Album Notes

As a MUSICIAN, Joe Wood has traveled the world for decades... playing music his own way, while captivating audiences who stay true to his brand of music.

Written, Arranged and Produced by Joe Wood...BLUES OUT OF LONG BEACH, CA presents an entirely blues project ...a compilation of songs he has been stewing for several years. This record will be sure to satisfy even the purest of blues critics.

Joe Wood remains true to his craft while evolving as a student of the Chicago and Delta blues. As evidenced on each song...BLUES OUT OF LONG BEACH, CA offers yet another homage to the legendary BB King, Muddy Waters, Johnny Winter and John Lee Hooker...many of whom he has had the honor to share a stage.

Born and raised in Long Beach, California, singer/songwriter JOE WOOD has built a reputation for following his own vision and changing the pulse of the early OC scene of the 80's with his own brand of blues-forced punk rock. With a discography as long as his right arm Joe Wood has contributed soundtracks to motion pictures, songs and performances to the surf and skate industry, written lyrics with the notables and released more than 10 albums (one noted on Billboards Top Album "new release"). All of his albums have received much recognition and airplay.

To remain close to his children (Lexi Lu and Dylan) Joe Wood resides in Southern California. family, music and art.