Biography:

Joe Dex started playing guitar at age 10 and ever since grown as
a multi instrument singer songwriter diverse style musician.
Dex has expanded to Bass, Keyboards, Percussion and Harmonica as well as
Sound and Lighting Production.
He has been on the Chicago music scene for over 35 years,
plus 4 years on the Southern Illinois University/Carbondale circuit.

His experience includes all original projects to traditional rock cover bands,
from solo acoustic/one man band to a full theatrical production of the rock opera Tommy.
His original composition GOINGWITHIN can be heard as the opening theme song to
THE MICHAEL GOGGER radio show.

BANDS

ROADRUNNER-Classic Rock, New Wave, Ska
THE CORE- Classic Rock and Original
CARIOCIA- Original Power Pop
JUSTICE-Original Alternative Rock
HOT ROD NIXONS- Originals on Firebrick Records
HAPPYJACK- A Tribute to The Who
TOMMY- Theatrical Production
WHO’S NEXT- The Who, Pink Floyd, Classic Rock
THE HIWATT COWBOYS- Classic Rock, Psychedelic Rock, Originals
ZIPPERFOOT- American Classic Rock
ACOUSTIC SOLO/ONE MAN BAND- Classic Rock, Originals
ACOUSTIC DUETS-Truly an amazing long list of Chicagoland artists

Dex's playing is very accomplished, rock solid, extremely dynamic and totally captivating.
His very eclectic songwriting takes flavors from rock, blues, jazz, psychedelic & folk and more.
His main objective is to truly move the listener's heart and soul in a profound way.
The aim is to create a timeless musical experience and perspective which is easy to relate to
and to light up the listener's emotions.

Take a listen and YOU decide!