Joe Waters
This is Joe H2O
Joe Waters is a multitalented musician out of Dayton Ohio who plays Blues, Funk, Folk, and Americana music. Joe is a singer and a songwriter. He writes original music and he also pays homage to original blues artist by singing old blues standards and deep cuts.
His love for playing music started when he was 5 years old after his parents bought him a harmonica from the Cracker Barrel gift shop. Joe dedicated himself to learning not only the harmonica but the guitar, drums, jaw-harp and vocals as well.
This talented and skilled young man has poured his heart and soul into his music for the past 20+ years, and he has received well-deserved acknowledgment for his hard work and dedication. He has taken first place in two major Blues Music Contests:
Joe Waters won 1st place in the 2024 International Blues Challenge held in Memphis Tennessee.
He also won 1st place in the 2022 Telluride Blues Challange held in Telluride Colorado.
When you hear Joe perform, it’s no surprise that he has earned both of those first place titles. His love and passion for music flows from him when he performs.
He is currently creating music for his next album, which will be his second album as an Independent Artist.
His previous album “In The Hot Seat” was recorded by his friend and fellow musician, Anthony ‘Saxtone’ Arrington.
Joe’s father, Jack Waters, has been a musician for 35+ years and Joe expresses his gratitude for his father starting him in his music career. As a duo, Jack and Joe have performed together for 20 years with 4 albums recorded, they have placed 1st in three local Ohio blues contest, and they were semi-finalist in the International Blues Contest.
Joe is continually deepening his connection to music and allowing music to flow through him. He knows music has the power to heal the heart and unite the people, and he hopes to keep creating songs that do just that.
Upcoming Events
Thu, Sep 12Levitt Pavilion DaytonSep 12, 2024, 7:00 PMLevitt Pavilion Dayton, 134 S Main St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA
Multiple DatesSun, Sep 08Big Blues BenderSep 08, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMBig Blues Bender, 3000 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USASep 08, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PMBig Blues Bender, 3000 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USAJoe joins some of the greats at the Big Blues Bender in Las Vegas Nevada! Joe earned his spot at this festival as part of his prize for winning 1st place at the 2024 International Blues Challenge. Four days and nights of music, Joe will perform for three of em. This will be one for the books!
Sat, Aug 314747 Pearl StAug 31, 2024, 7:00 PM4747 Pearl St, 4747 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80301, USAAug 31, 2024, 7:00 PM4747 Pearl St, 4747 Pearl St, Boulder, CO 80301, USAJoe met Mad Dog Duo when they competed in the 2024 International Blues Challenge together. They shared the stage the first part of the contest at The King’s Palace Café on Beale Street in Memphis Tennessee. The Blues Music Scene is more of a community than competition, connecting all musicians.
Fri, Aug 30Avogadro's NumberAug 30, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PMAvogadro's Number, 605 S Mason St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USAAug 30, 2024, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PMAvogadro's Number, 605 S Mason St, Fort Collins, CO 80524, USAJoe met Mad Dog Duo when they competed in the 2024 International Blues Challenge together. They shared the stage the first part of the contest at The King’s Palace Café on Beale Street in Memphis Tennessee. The Blues Music Scene is more of a community than competition, connecting all musicians.
Thu, Aug 29The Well at Bradford JunctionAug 29, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMThe Well at Bradford Junction, 27051 Barkley Rd, Conifer, CO 80433, USAAug 29, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMThe Well at Bradford Junction, 27051 Barkley Rd, Conifer, CO 80433, USAThis is one of Joe’s old stompin grounds from when he lived in Colorado. During 2020 he was able to play outdoors here with their spacious outdoor area surrounded by shade trees. Whenever Joe comes through this area of CO, he returns to The Well where he is received by familiar friendly faces.
Wed, Aug 28Vilar Performing Arts Center Beaver CreeAug 28, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMVilar Performing Arts Center Beaver Cree, 68 Avondale Ln, Beaver Creek, CO 81620, USAAug 28, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMVilar Performing Arts Center Beaver Cree, 68 Avondale Ln, Beaver Creek, CO 81620, USAJoe Waters has had the pleasure of opening for George Thorogood & The Destroyers while they are on their “50 Years of Rock - ‘Bad’ All Over The World” Tour. This is an international tour and Joe has been able to join them for 3 shows out of the USA, in Canada - our northern neighbors!
Sun, Aug 251906 Deadwood Mountain DrAug 25, 2024, 7:00 PM – Aug 26, 2024, 8:00 PM1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr, 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr, Deadwood, SD 57732, USAAug 25, 2024, 7:00 PM – Aug 26, 2024, 8:00 PM1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr, 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr, Deadwood, SD 57732, USAJoe Waters has had the pleasure of opening for George Thorogood & The Destroyers while they are on their “50 Years of Rock - ‘Bad’ All Over The World” Tour. This is an international tour and Joe has been able to join them for 3 shows out of the USA, in Canada - our northern neighbors!
Multiple DatesSat, Aug 24Durango Train DepotAug 24, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PMDurango Train Depot, 479 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301, USAAug 24, 2024, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PMDurango Train Depot, 479 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301, USA3 nights in a row on the one and only Durango Blues Train!!! This 3 hour train ride features musicians on 6 train cars where the guests can walk to and form checking out each musicians unique vibe! This is truly an experience like no other. If you’ve never been, put it on your list!!!
Multiple DatesWed, Aug 21Commodore BallroomAug 21, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:30 PMCommodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K3, CanadaAug 21, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:30 PMCommodore Ballroom, 868 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1K3, CanadaJoe Waters opens the show for George Thorogood & The Destroyers, for not 1 - but 2 nights at The Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver Canada! This will be Joe’s second and third shows Internationally out of the United States!!!
Wed, Jun 26Trail Town Brewing Yellow SpringsJun 26, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM EDTTrail Town Brewing Yellow Springs, 101 Corry St, Yellow Springs, OH 45387, USA
Sat, Jun 15SpringfieldJun 15, 2024, 7:00 PMSpringfield, 19 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, OH 45502, USAJun 15, 2024, 7:00 PMSpringfield, 19 S Fountain Ave, Springfield, OH 45502, USAYou have to see these two team up! Jhett Black was the International Blues Challenge second place Winner in the solo/duo category in 2022 and Joe Waters took first in the solo/duo category in 2024. Together they will grace the stage at The State Theater in Springfield Ohio. TICKETS ON SALE NOW !
Wed, May 29Trail Town Brewing Yellow SpringsMay 29, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM EDTTrail Town Brewing Yellow Springs, 101 Corry St, Yellow Springs, OH 45387, USA
Sat, May 25ColumbusMay 25, 2024, 10:00 PMColumbus, 143 E Main St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
Fri, May 17EnglewoodMay 17, 2024, 9:30 PMEnglewood, 3445 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USAMay 17, 2024, 9:30 PMEnglewood, 3445 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113, USABrewAbility is a a brewery and pizzeria that focuses on providing an experience and environment that is friendly to people with disabilities. They have mad adaptations so that all people can feel welcome and thrive here, both as guests and as staff.
Thu, May 16ConiferMay 16, 2024, 5:00 PMConifer, 27051 Barkley Rd, Conifer, CO 80433, USA
Wed, May 15Grand JunctionMay 15, 2024, 7:30 PMGrand Junction, 645 Main St, Grand Junction, CO 81501, USA- Tue, May 14DenverMay 14, 2024, 7:30 PMDenver, 1635 Glenarm Pl, Denver, CO 80202, USA
- Sun, May 12WichitaMay 12, 2024, 7:30 PMWichita, 11120 W Kellogg Dr, Wichita, KS 67209, USA