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Josh Haden

Screamin' Jay's My Main Man

About Me

Josh Haden was born in 1968 into a very musical family; his father is jazz bassist Charlie Haden, and his sisters are Petra Haden (that dog., Foo Fighters, Decemberists, Sean Lennon), Rachel Haden (that dog., Rentals), and Tanya Haden (Silversun Pickups, Let's Go Sailing). Josh's band Spain has released three studio albums to wide critical acclaim and have toured all over the world. Josh's compositions have been included in many movie and television soundtracks and were recorded on Grammy-winning albums by Johnny Cash and Pat Metheny & Charlie Haden, respectively.Josh Haden's debut solo lp 'Devoted' was produced by Dan the Automator and features performances by former Spain guitarist/current Jack Johnson bassist Merlo Podlewski, keyboardist John Medeski, and turntablist Kid Koala. It was released in February, 2007.A brand new album by Spain is forthcoming in 2008, as is the debut album by Josh's solo project Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Haden Family Album, which features Josh's family with guest appearances by Béla Fleck, Vince Gill, Bruce Hornsby, Pat Metheny, Ricky Skaggs, and many others. ..http://www.joshhaden.com

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 4/6/2006
Band Website: joshhaden.com
Band Members: Tom Gladders (guitar), Josh Haden (vocals), Dave Jones (bass), Randy Kirk (keyboards, guitar), Matt Mayhall (drums)
Influences: Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Curtis Mayfield, Everly Brothers, Rhythm & Sound, Soulsavers, Tindersticks, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Shahram Nazeri .. width="425" height="350" ..Check out my podcast, Diamond Sounds!
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Record Label: Diamond Soul Recordings
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Charlie Haden still keeps it in the family

Charlie Haden still keeps it in the familyBy Ken Eisnerstraight.comLife is full of many odd circles and repetitions, but it's a rare person who starts performing in a family country band at only 22 mo...
Posted by Josh Haden on Fri, 20 Jun 2008 08:24:00 PST

Esbjörn

I got word today that Esbjörn Svensson died Saturday June 14 in a diving accident. Aside from being an incredible person and musician, composer, and arranger, leader of the Esbjörn Svensson Trio (est)...
Posted by Josh Haden on Mon, 16 Jun 2008 10:57:00 PST

Spain At The Echo Wed. 6-11-08

Spain will be playing new songs and some oldies but goodies too this Wednesday, June 11 at the Echo in Los Angeles, California. We have an unlimited $5.00 guest list for the show so if you'd like to b...
Posted by Josh Haden on Sat, 07 Jun 2008 10:15:00 PST

It’s So True

Rykodisc.com is offering a free download of the Spain song 'It's So True' (from the 'Blue Moods Of Spain' cd) as part of Rykodisc's 25th anniversary celebration.Registration is required, but you also ...
Posted by Josh Haden on Sun, 25 May 2008 10:32:00 PST

New Spain Song Up

Our first new song in over eight years has been posted on the Spain myspace page, available now for your listening and downloading pleasure. It's called 'I'm Still Free', let me know what you think!Jo...
Posted by Josh Haden on Sat, 24 May 2008 09:22:00 PST

Dead Sea Scrolls Tonight 4/14/08

April 14, 2008Dead Sea Scrolls (Josh Haden Solo Project)Abe Lincoln StoryMr. T's Bowl5621 1/2 N. Figueroa St.Highland Park, CA 90042 323-256-75619pm/21+/Free...
Posted by Josh Haden on Mon, 14 Apr 2008 09:39:00 PST

Dead Sea Scrolls Tonight

Dead Sea Scrolls will be opening for my favorite comedian Neil Hamburger tonight at Spaceland in Silver Lake. Hope to see you there!March 30, 2008Dead Sea Scrolls (Josh Haden Solo Project)Spaceland171...
Posted by Josh Haden on Sun, 30 Mar 2008 10:28:00 PST

New Spain/Josh Haden Merchandise

I’m working with cafepress.com to bring you new Spain/Josh Haden/Dead Sea Scrolls merchandise. Right now there’s a Spain logo t-shirt and a ’Devoted’ front cover t-shirt in lot...
Posted by Josh Haden on Sun, 23 Mar 2008 10:34:00 PST

By Special Request

By special request, 'Discontent' added to music player.
Posted by Josh Haden on Tue, 11 Mar 2008 09:47:00 PST

Final Dead Sea Scrolls Residency Tonight

Please join me tonight for the final night of the Dead Sea Scrolls February residency at the Nova Express Cafe in Hollywood. Admission is free, and there's great pizza too.FYI, I posted a live track f...
Posted by Josh Haden on Wed, 27 Feb 2008 09:25:00 PST