Joe Given's style is a mix of alternative rock, R&B, and pop . and whatever seems to flow in the moment, when creating the songs.

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Joe Given

Joe is a 16 year old, singer, songwriter, and performer, from Surrey, BC. He's won numerous awards, and is passionate about the world of music, performing, and songwriting. He is currently recording more of his originals.



Joe's style is a mix of alternative rock, pop, and R&B, with flavors of other genres, old and new. His live performances, range from 5 minutes, to 3 hours long, and often include cover songs and originals. His musical influences include: the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Jack Johnson, Bob Marley, Led Zeppelin, and many others.

Joeâs goal in life is to work with music in ways that help make a positive difference, and contribute to peace in the world.

Please visit Joeâs website to see a list of his upcoming performances etc. (joegiven.com)





Songwriting and Album / CD contributions and Awards:

1. âThe Little Thingsâ ©, is on The âMake a Case Against Racismâ compilation CD, which was presented by the BC Ministry of Attorney General and Minister responsible for Multiculturalism, and administered by Music BC.

2. âEvery Dayâ ©, is on the The Robbie Tucker Compilation Album for Parkinson's Awareness; Presented by âMusicians Against Parkinsonâsâ. (âEvery Dayâ ©, was also awarded as one of the 2 winners, 2008).

3. âA Bigger Circleâ ©, will be one of the songs, on the âDream On !â website, with music in alignment with the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.âs ideals of peace and justice, freedom, love and peaceful empowerment.

4. âHomeâ ©, was placed on the âHonorable Mentionsâ list, in the International, ISSA Song Contest, 2008

5. "Home" ©, was one of the songs chosen to be included on the 2009 Music BC Compilation CD.



Performances: Joe has performed at over 190 events/venues over the past few years, including:

Spirit of the Sea Festival in White Rock BC, 06, 07 and 08

Vintage Affair 07 and 08, and West Coast Women's Show 06-07

Various events through the City of Surrey 07 and 08

Langley Canada Day Celebrations main stage 05, 06 and 08

Merritt Mountain Music Festival 06 and 07

Miss B.C. World Pageants 06 and 07

National Anthems at many official ceremonies

Many events through the Arts Council of Surrey 06, 07 and 08

Numerous festivals, concerts, community events, charitable fundraisers, private events and more.





Performance Awards:

Awarded a Scholarship at "For the Luv of It, Youth", 2009, from Chin Injeti of The Hastings Set.

1st Place: Clayton Idol â (High school, gr. 8-12) - Dec 07

1st Place: Buskers Competition (solo acts, all ages) - Cloverdale Blueberry Festival - Aug 07

Awarded the Fran Dowie Vaudevillian Bursary: from âThe Vaudevilliansâ - Jan 07

1st Place: Buskers Competition (14 and under) - Cloverdale Blueberry Festival - Aug 06

1st Place: City Jam, Youth Talent Search, under 14, - May 06

1st Place: Best Performer * Singer (all ages) - Pizzazz International Model and Talent Search â Sept 05

1st Place: Overall Best Performer (kids/teens) - Pizzazz International Model and Talent Search - Sept 05





Comments and Reviews:

âTeenage musician garnering accolades.â

â... heâs possessed of a clear, unforced singing voice,

a smooth and mature performance style and plenty of charismatic presence.â

âCloverdaleâs Joe Given is making waves with his mature style and gift for song.â

Alex Browne, arts reporter, Peace Arch News. March 9, 2008



âThereâs a whole lotta soul in Cloverdale teen Joe Givenâ

Tom Zillich, staff reporter, The Now Newspaper. Aug 17, 2007