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Josh Zuckerman is a singer, songwriter and musician.
Biography
Early life
Zuckerman was rasied in St. Louis, Missouri, a music town in its own right, Josh developed a love for music. At age 8 he was introduced to the violin which he studied for the next five years. About this time, Josh's interest in music drifted to rock 'n' roll. After unsatisfied gigs in several cover bands, Josh decided o write his own music. Inspired by the sounds of the east coast, Josh relocted to New Jersey where he continued his melodies and lyrics. This promising singer, songwriter, musician expands his musical horizons with each original song he composes and records. Josh's lyrics are said to be truthful, surrounding life's challenges and quest for spiritual growth. His musical conviction and well articulated melodies are spirited and intriguing. Although he condisers himself a musican, Josh remains mainly focused on strong songwriter and vocal harmonies. His love for music is not confined to just recording CD's. Josh also loves the stage and proves this by his charismatic stage presenc that leaves his audience a lasting impression, enticing people to come back for more.1996–2005
For two years Josh traveled with the international group "Up With People", performing in many sold-out shows including over 40,000 people at the 1996 World Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia supporting Peabo Bryson as well as he 1998 World Expo in Lisbon, Portugal, and the 2005 World Expo in Nagoya, Japan. He has traveled to over 15 differnet countries including the United States, Bermuda, Germany, France, Belgium, Sweden, Norway as well as Thailand. His well known album "A Totally New Sensation" ranked #1 on the Outvoice music charts as well as Radio Crystal Blue. His music is also set to appear on Kathy Griffin's new reality series "My Life On The D-List" premiering August 2006 on BRAVO. During this point in his career, Josh became the focus of much positive media attention. He was the headline act at Asbury Park's Gay Pride parade, and performed before a huge audience, the largest ever to attend the event.
2006–present
Josh's sophomore cd entitled 'Out From Under' represents all that humans go through. It's a collection of toughts and emothions put into 13 original songs. Songs regarding life, love and the pain we go through being in a relationship as well as out of one. The growth that Josh has experienced is seen in his own life as well as in his music. Come experience the human journey we all go through, making it less lonesome as you take a musical journey into your own life. Josh's concerts are usually extremely well attended.Josh is well known for his motto:
Be who you are ........ It's all about love....so come and experience a totally new sensation with singer/songwriter/musician.....Josh Zuckerman
He was the headline act at the Jersey Gay Pride parade in 2005, which is held yearly in Asbury Park, New Jersey.
In 2005 he joined forces with The Secret Syde's former guitarist Steve DeVito. His newest album, which features Steve DeVito on guitar, shall see a release in July 2006. The album's first single, "Out From Under" reached the number 1 spot on Sirius' OutQ radio on June 17 2006, June 24 2006 and July 1 2006.
Discography
Albums
| Year | Album | Chart positions | Worldwide Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | A Totally New Sensation | US: #1, UK: Unknown, AUS: Unknown, Canada: Unknown | Unknown |
| 2006 | Untitled | US: Unknown, UK: Unknown, AUS: Unknown, Canada: Unknown , German: Unknown | Unknown |
Awards and nominations
OMA Award 2002
- Outstanding Songwriter of the Year for Totally New Sensation, A – Nominated.
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