Cinematic soundscapes. Electronic textures. Pure energy.

Josiah Barlow

Born without a full left hand, Josiah developed a style that blends piano with spacious electronic textures. Named 2005 Keyboardist of the Year by the International Online Music Awards.

"Josiah Barlow’s music is what I consider to be a cordial invitation into his realm of compositional excellence. His graceful agility maps out a trail of adventure into the unknown and leads the way to a cure for the soul’s many ailments. He can always manage to amaze me with every new and magnificent piece of his expressional statements of feeling."

— Elley Wilson, IOM Magazine, June 10, 2006

The One and a Half Handed Keyboardist

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About Josiah

It all started with an old Thomas organ at age 7 and I never stopped. I make ambient piano, downtempo, and cinematic electronic music, built on improvisation and live energy. In 2005 I was named Keyboardist of the Year. My tracks have shown up on internet and college radio, indie films, and meditation projects.

Influences include Vangelis, Enigma, Yanni, Jon Schmidt, David Arkenstone, and VNV Nation. I play a Korg Triton 88 and focus on feel over perfection. Home base: Salt Lake City.

Lately I’m using digital production and AI tools to sketch ideas faster and shape sounds in new ways. The tools help. The intent stays human.