JOE RICHTER
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New Single - April 2nd, 2026
In the Middle
"In The Middle" started as a bit of a test—an experiment in working with engineer/producer Nick Scalise. When we first met last year, we decided to get into the studio together and see if we really clicked. Nick comes from a pop background, so I was especially excited to hear how his perspective might shape my sound.
When the full band came together in the studio, the connection was instant. That kind of magic you hope for when artists truly lock in? It was real. We found our momentum right away, and everything just started to flow.
I was also incredibly excited to have Ryan Rossebo on guitar for this track. Working with Ryan has been a long-time dream of mine. He was a close friend of our late friend Keith Pulvermacher, and someone deeply connected to everyone in my band. Keith played guitar on my first record, Revival, so having Ryan be part of this felt especially meaningful. Based in Nashville, Ryan is an amazing songwriter, session guitarist, engineer, and producer—and his work truly shines on this song.
I’m also grateful for my brothers in music: John Calarco (drums, backing vocals), Dave Adler (keys), and John Wheeler (bass). This song wouldn’t exist without them and their incredible musical instincts. Each of them played a huge role in bringing it to life.
To all of you—thank you. Your support, your energy, and your love for my music mean everything. I truly couldn’t do this without you.
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UPCOMING SHOWS
“Joe exemplifies what a one man band is …witty, great following and nails every song!”
- Matt Anderson, owner of Matty’s Bar and Grille
Original Music
FULL ALBUMS
GRACE
Joe Richter - 2013
REVIVAL
Joe Richter - 2018
“Joe’s got a strong and unique voice and sings like he means what he says. Having worked a bit on his new recording, it’s clear to me that he does.”
- Willy Porter
LISTEN ON:
I love the good, the bad, and the worst we've had, I'm the tears and the smiles of a happy man. I can't get over you, I'll never get over you.
I love the good, the bad, and the worst we've had, I'm the tears and the smiles of a happy man. I can't get over you, I'll never get over you.
MEET JOE
When Joe Richter hits the stage with his band, he looks like a friendly, totally Regular Joe. But he makes it instantly clear that he’s a pro at the keyboards, a soulful singer creating positive vibes and a writer of songs with shimmering melodies and refrains.
Richter’s own material focuses primarily on that timeless topic of love. He and his band’s arrangements travel a straight-ahead pop/rock road with frequent detours through the singer-songwriter space. His sweet spot is the sounds of the 1970s and early 1980s from the likes of Van Morrison, Stevie Nicks (yes he hits the notes) and John Waite.
In addition to recording and performing solo, Joe also performs and records with a full band.
INSPIRATIONS
Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, Marc Cohn, Van Morrison, Phil Collins, Michael McDonald, Jackson Browne, Dave Matthews, John Mayer, and Elvis.
INSTRUMENTS
VENUES
I got happy tears down my face running, I got everything a man's ever wanted, I got love.
I got happy tears down my face running, I got everything a man's ever wanted, I got love.
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“I’ve done a lot of live music over the past 10 years and Joe has always been one of my favorites, an extremely talented individual with a high energy fun show”
- Dan Zierath, owner Jackson’s Blue Ribbon Pub
