JOSH WILLIAMSON BAND: A Working Man's Breakfast

Josh Williamson Band

A Working Man's Breakfast

© 2002 Joshua Patrick Williamson (656613976227)

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Guitar-driven rock originals in the tradition of Rock's best power trio's.

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Also known as "JWB" - the Josh Williamson Band is a rock power-trio with a huge sound and a reputation for great live performances. Rooted in the blues but with funk and metal flavorings, JWB delivers its riff-laced rock set with the hard precision of an orchestra, the explosive energy of a punk rock band, and the deeper soul of a delta bluesman. With a nod to the past, theirs is a sound that propels forward, with a feeling everyone understands but have never heard expressed this way.

Ever since Josh Williamson sneaked into a blues jam to play guitar at age 15 (and was kicked out after two songs for being obviously too young) people have been shaking heads and dropping jaws at his smooth, attacking style. At the age of 16, he won a nation-wide contest sponsored by Fender Guitars, and performed with Kenny Wayne Shepherd live at the House of Blues in Los Angeles. At the age of 17, with his first band - the Josh Williamson Blues Band - he opened for Joe Louis Walker in front of 5,000 people in San Jose, California.

But Josh Williamson is more than a guitar, and the Josh Williamson Band is more than a guitar player. Since coming to Seattle in 2001 at 18, Josh has worked hard to find his music and his band, and in the Pacific Northwest has found both.

Literally a man of the music world, bass player Patrick McDanel brings energy, professionalism, and a musical virtuosity that can only be called world class. Patrick has played internationally, and in every music hotbed in the United States. It's hard for anyone else to stand out when Patrick is on the stage.

The newest member of the Josh Williamson Band, Matt Bos, is the perfect complement to the chemistry between Josh and Patrick. Having played drums since he was seven, Matt grew up associated with the music business, and had the opportunities to jam with the likes of Dick Dale in his own living room. Like Josh and Patrick, he has lived all over the United States, and brings a diverse taste in music that works well to round out the JWB sound.

Influenced by the greats and inspired by the classics, the JWB sound stands strong and unique on its 2002 debut CD, "A Working Man's Breakfast", which showcases the band's versatility and artistry with eleven rock originals garnering brisk sales, local radio play, and a wellspring word-of-mouth following.


"Definitely one of the up and coming rock bands... a full-fledged rock and roller."
- HotBands.com

"Reminiscent of Stevie Ray Vaughan, Hendrix, or Robin Trower... a rock-blues powerhouse with scorching guitar work."
- IndieShout.com

"Josh Williamson...one of the nations best new guitarists."
- San Jose Mercury News

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  • And another one....
    author: John Hunter

    I found this one when I heard about the bands other CD "No Shelter". This one (actually an earlier one) is really good, although a little different. You can see the growth from one to the next but they hold together too. This the first one might be more bluesy, and raw, and has a lot of great riffs. Like the second one, a country rock feel. Both of these albums have great instrumentals at the end of them (songs #11), with the one from the first album standing out just a bit. The backup girl singer rocks in both, and sounds like the same voice in the second album.

  • This has become my favortie CD...

    Broken Fences, Sins I Can't Erase, Comin' Home have much to listen to... and Arizona makes me dream. I need a new clock radio, so I can wake up dreaming.

  • Awsome new band
    author: BW

    You will love this fresh new band. JWB offers up a great sound. If you enjoy blues/rock and just great music you will appreciate A Working Man's Breakfast. Can't wait for the next cd.

  • JWB will literally move you
    author: Shawn Holland

    From beginning to end, A Working Man's Breakfast will move you. It's fresh, dynamic and just feels right. And there is no better cruising song than Arizona!

  • JWB's sound is infectious... can't get enough.
    author: Erin Sartain

    JWB's music surpasses what you'd expect to hear from any new bands. The sound brings me back to what great blues/rock should feel like. It's a good listen no matter where you are, what your doing, or what you typically like.

  • author: Princess

    A Working Man's Breakfast is both energizing and powerful. I guarantee you'll find yourself rock'n out to songs such as, Broken Fences and Chasin' Alice. In contrast, you'll want to close your eyes and imagine yourself in someplace mystical and serene listening to the musical composition, Arizona. Beautiful!

  • author: A Seattle music lover

    Awesome stuff! Williamson demonstrates his talents in this CD, by composing with a wide variety of musical styles, ranging from rock, blues, funk, with essence of jazz and country. His music has been aired on local television news and has received world attention on radio airplay, as far away as Germany! You gotta hear it for yourself!

  • Great classic rock sound/incredible guitar work
    author: Dale Taylor

    Listening to the songs takes me back about 30 years to the classic rock days. Incredible guitar work. If I had to pick a favorite it would be Broken Fences. Looking forward to the next release.

  • A New Sound with a Classic Feel
    author: D'Ron Thorp

    This sound is unique and refreshing. A great mixture of classic sounds with an upbeat tempo!

  • A New Sound with a Classic Feel
    author: D'Ron Thorp

    This sound is unique and refreshing. A great mixture of classic sounds with an upbeat tempo!

  • Just Fabulous!
    author: Kyle D. Sheets

    Excellent work. Been a fan of JW for awhile - it never gets old - love the old blues sound combined with modern twist - always gets me in a good mood. If I had to choose favorites: Look Away, Comin Home, Arizona

  • Excellent blues/rock fusion!
    author: Jennifer Benson

    This CD starts rocking and doesnt let go! The blues infusion highlights the talent that is Josh Williamson. This is one of my favorite CD's - the guitar work coupled with insightful and entertaining lyrics make it a must for the rock/blues enthusiast.

  • Finally! Some real music from a new artist!
    author: Al Brewster

    This is one of the best CDs I've picked up in the last couple years. There's not a bad song on the entire album! From total rock 'n roll to inspiring instrumental tunes, A Working Man's Breakfast has it all. But of course you have to check out track #5 - everybody needs a little PAIN! Can't wait to hear more from these guys...

  • The future of blues guitar
    author: Mark Burleson

    Im impressed by the JWB's ability to incorporate a wide range of styles and influences into the blues format. I especially enjoyed the progressive style guitar and bass run in Chasin Alice, the relaxed ambiance of Arizona, and the latin influenced rythym in Zhi Phunque.

  • Unique. An old soul in a young man's body.
    author: John E. Balou

    A surpise find. This music has soul and spirit like rock and roll of yesterday, but feels fresh and young. The guitar playing shines. You know you will hear more from those fingers in the future. The songs with a little funk really do it for me - Pain, Stand, and How Many People, but Brokin' Fences and Chasin' Alice are the modern interpretation of blues. I programmed Arizona into my clock radio, and wake up to it every AM. When's next?

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