Portland’s Jerry Joseph is a prolific and fearless artist whose songwriting, commanding voice, and electrifying performances have made him a respected figure in the global music scene. Over a four-decade career, Jerry has toured the world as a solo artist and with renowned bands like The Jackmormons, supergroup Stockholm Syndrome, and cult-favorite Little Women. His music has reached audiences in far-flung locales such as Lebanon, Israel, Kurdish Iraq, India, and Cambodia, embodying his commitment to using music as a force for connection and change. An Oregon Music Hall of Fame inductee, Jerry’s extensive catalog and relentless touring have cemented his reputation as a true original.

In 2020, Jerry released The Beautiful Madness, produced by Patterson Hood and featuring Drive-By Truckers as his backing band. The critically acclaimed album was hailed as “an album for the times” (Uncut Magazine) and named among the year’s best by Paste and Glide. Patterson Hood described Jerry as “one of the greatest live performers I have ever seen and long one of my favorite songwriters.”

Amid the pandemic, Jerry launched Happy Book, a 64-week livestream series that blended intimate performances with storytelling, captivating thousands of fans weekly. This innovation evolved into OIL, a livestream series that launched in 2024. With OIL, Jerry strives to create an unparalleled space for raw, intimate performances, in-depth conversations, and collaborations with special guests. This ongoing series not only brings his music to fans worldwide but also offers an unfiltered look into his artistry and humanity, further deepening his connection with his audience.

In 2023, Jerry released Baby, You’re The Man Who Would Be King, an album recorded in New York City and produced by Eric “Roscoe” Ambel. It fulfilled Jerry’s dream of creating a quintessential New York record and was praised for its dynamic songwriting and evocative energy. The following year, Jerry & The Jackmormons celebrated the remastered reissue of their iconic live album Mouthful of Copper with a tour that reignited the electrifying spirit of the original performances.

Jerry’s first-ever UK Residency Tour in 2024, a series of intimate and sold-out shows, further solidified his reputation as an international force in live music. The year culminated in a triumphant five-night New Year’s Eve run in Portland, featuring an impressive lineup of collaborators and reaffirming Jerry’s ability to create unforgettable musical experiences.

As he looks ahead to 2025, Jerry continues to build on his legacy with relentless touring across the US, UK, and beyond. Whether performing solo, with The Jackmormons, or through the evolving OIL platform, Jerry Joseph remains a singular voice in music, delivering powerful, heartfelt songs that resonate deeply with audiences worldwide.

 

“An album for the times…”
Americana Album of the Month, August 2020 – Uncut

“This should be a contender for Album of the Year…a one-of-a-kind devastating album that needs your
immediate attention.”
– Glide Magazine

“The Beautiful Madness is both prophetic and apocalyptic, quickly becoming a revelation for all who have ears to hear.”
– No Depression

“The album is spectacular.”
– Americana Highways

“The Beautiful Madness is a record that demands to be heard. …nothing short of a masterpiece. This is a
candidate for Album of the Year. Period.”
– Folk Radio UK

“Dead Confederate” Music Picks of the Week
– Rolling Stone Country

“as an unflinching look at the world in which we live and an attempt to bring the light of truth to the bear on its darker corners, this is madness to which you really should surrender”
– Folking.com

“It’s a record that arrives at just the right time, backed by just the right band…. …Jerry Joseph has created an album that deserves to be added to any year-end best-of conversation.”
-Routes & Branches