Chicago, IL | Pop-Rock

Josh Spinner is a 21-year-old Chicago based indie artist whose music blends pop rock and Americana with guitar driven storytelling. Even at this early stage in his career, his growth has been rapid, and his music already shows a depth and maturity beyond his years. Influenced by artists like Pinegrove and John Mayer, Josh writes songs that feel personal and lived in, balancing melody and honesty. He is especially known for his guitar playing, using jazz chords and tasteful leads that add color and feel to his songs without taking them over.

Beyond the music, Josh has built a reputation as a relentless worker. He is deeply involved in every part of his career, putting in long hours to write songs, rehearse, and do the work it takes to bring people to his shows. He pushes through setbacks and handles the unglamorous parts himself, which has helped him grow a real, local following. After shows, he often stays late to meet people one on one, making sure he has thanked everyone in the room who came out to support the night. On stage, it feels like you are in conversation with Josh. His interesting, funny wit and natural presence make everyone in the crowd feel like part of something, like friends sharing an experience together. There is a stickiness to his music and presence that goes beyond being a local act. People do not just come once. They come back, bring friends, and stay connected. That same pull has the potential to carry far past Chicago, growing from something built room by room into something that can travel anywhere.

Growing up in the northern suburbs of Chicago, Josh was raised on the music of The Eagles and Jackson Browne, bands that shaped his sense of songwriting and narrative. He began building momentum while studying at the University of Illinois in Champaign Urbana, where he played house shows and became a regular performer at the Canopy Club. After returning to Chicago, he became a familiar name in the local scene, performing at Schubas Tavern, Subterranean, and Lincoln Hall, as well as the Winnetka Music Festival. His live work has also taken him to Los Angeles, including performances at the Whisky A Go Go.

At just 21, Josh Spinner is already showing the kind of rapid growth and ambition that marks the next generation of breakout artists. His combination of skill, work ethic, and natural connection with audiences positions him not just as a rising local talent, but as a young artist with the promise to leave a lasting mark on the broader music scene.