Ari Joshua Seattle Psychedelic Guitarist

Live at The Pine Box. After show event for Trey Anastasio's solo guitar performance at The Paramount Theater 
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There’s something magical about musicians who know how to throw caution to the wind and just play—and that’s exactly the…

Jazz Weekly Reviews April 25, 2025

THREE HOT SINGLES…Ari Joshua: Blurry Face. Reversible Submersibl

Guitarist and songwriter Ari Joshua is delivering a trio of singles, all with different flavors that promise to create a buffet of upcoming albums. Dig in!

Jazziz Podcast with Ari Joshua

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/jazziz/episodes/ARI-JOSHUA--The-JAZZIZ-Podcast-e2bcunf

Indie GridApril 28, 20254.1

On his newest outing ‘Blurry Face’, Ari Joshua teams up with two of…

New Release & Interactive Campaign: “Blurry Face” Play-Alongs, Sheet Music, and Remix Opportunities

As part of a new initiative celebrating the launch of our label’s website — www.musicfactoryrecords.com — we’re excited to offer something special for musicians and producers alike.

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 RockBlues/JazzNew York SinglesReviews April 22, 2025 
https://musicfactoryrecords.com/blogs/blurry-face/nys-music-on-blurry-face

Music Factory Records proudly announces the release of “Blurry Face”, a captivating new trio track from Ari Joshua, featuring John Medeski (organ and clavinet) and Billy Martin (drums) of the legendary improvisational group Medeski Martin & Wood.

Tracked live in a single take at Applehead Studios, the performance captures lightning in a bottle—raw, unfiltered, and recorded with no second chances.

Guitarist Ari Joshua arrived with a fresh batch of material, ready to explore new textures alongside two of the most influential voices in modern jazz and groove music. The track is built on a loop conceived by Billy Martin, originally released in his Loops from the Underground collection. The resulting groove is thick and hypnotic, anchored by Martin’s signature blend of earthy pulse and polyrhythmic finesse.

Medeski’s clavinet bounces with joyful grit while his organ swells and shimmers with psychedelic warmth and soul. Joshua’s guitar tone is unapologetically phat—equal parts fuzz and finesse—pushing and pulling against the rhythm section with both reverence and individuality. The solos unfold organically, showcasing each artist’s unique voice and the deep musical understanding that comes from decades of fearless exploration.

“You never know when your dreams may come true. You plant a seed and it just may bring a great tree. If you do it right, the tree may bring sweet fruits—and more seeds for more trees.”

– Joshua

“Blurry Face” is the latest in a growing catalog of collaborations between Joshua, Medeski, Martin, and bassist Jason Fraticelli, with over a dozen compositions and improvisations already released through Music Factory Records. While plans are underway to release a full-length album in physical form, no official date has been set. A follow-up single, “Reversible Submersible”—a more produced studio cut featuring experimental edits and outboard gear embellishments—is scheduled to drop on May 23rd, 2025.

“’Blurry Face’ was born in the moment—no overdubs, just raw takes between legends John Medeski and Billy Martin. Built from a loop Billy created years ago, this session brought out a spontaneous conversation in sound. It’s about tapping into that sacred zone where intuition leads and genres melt away. For those who love MMW, like do! –  this one will feel familiar. Just a trio, with John on bass and organ, no bass guitar here. I had been talking to Medeski since I was about 19 years old about working together, I am grateful we made this happen – dream come true.”

– Joshua

Daniel Joffe is originally from Queens, NY. He is a junior at SUNY New Paltz, majoring in Media Studies with a minor in 
Computer Science. He has a passion for music, art, and news. His hobbies include embroidering, reading, writing, running, dancing, and eating good food.

“’Blurry Face’ was born in the moment—no overdubs, just raw takes between legends John Medeski and Billy Martin…

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Music Mingle
https://www.musicmingle.org/post/voodoo-chile-by-ari-joshua 

KIMU reviews
https://karlismyunkle.com/2025/03/16/ari-joshua-and-raar-trio-take-us-on-a-psychedelic-trip-with-evocative-intricate-and-mind-bending-cover-of-jimi-hendrixs-voodoo-chile/

Radio Armazem
https://radioarmazem.net/noticia/118747/indie-noise-nation

Music Earshot
https://www.musicearshot.com/2025/03/ari-joshua-s-voodoo-chile-a-psychedelic-revival-with-a-modern-edge.html 

Happy Vibes Playlist
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Main Character Vibes, Indie Pop Playlists
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Press Quotes on Voodoo Chile featuring Ray Paczkowski & Russ Lawton 

On the Performance & Interpretation from…

A Psychedelic Powerhouse Reimagines a Classic – Out March 14th on Music Factory Records

When three masters of improv and rock lock in, the results are electric. Guitarist Ari Joshua, drummer Russ Lawton, and keyboardist Ray Paczkowski—takes on Jimi Hendrix’s…

Here is one to look forward to. 
 

This lineup is something special. Asher Fulero and I share a deep love for similar sounds, and it's always a pleasure playing in his bands. Every time I’ve joined him in Portland, it’s…

Working with a Hero: Billy Martin

I’ve had the honor of working alongside one of my absolute heroes, Billy Martin, over the last few years. Why is he a hero? Well, if you know, you know. And if you don’t……

The All's Eye Shares  Winter Tour Plans in support of "The Simian" feat; Jason Hann of String Cheese Incident 

Feb 6 – Woods Valley, Westernville, NY
Feb 7 – Ophelia’s on Broadway, Albany, NY
Feb 12 – Buffalo Iron Works,…

AriSawkaDoria Releases Captivating Rendition of John Coltrane’s “Naima”

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AriSawkaDoria’s rendition of John Coltrane’s classic composition, “Naima”, takes listeners on a journey through sonic landscapes. Featuring the raw, uncut drumming of KJ Sawka (Pendulum, Destroid), the evocative guitar…

 🎶 New Remix Project Alert! 🎶
Scroll down for a preview link of one of the songs in progress and check back as we will drop samples all winter long. 

We’re excited to announce that Music Factory Records is rolling…

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All’s Eye Trio Unleashes "The Simian": A Sonic Journey Through Classic Vibes and Modern Grooves

[New England, USA] — The All’s Eye Trio proudly announces the release of their latest single, "The Simian", an exhilarating and…