Joel Chadd is a Bend, Oregon based folk Americana songwriter whose live show blends intimate, story-driven songs with a dynamic full-band feel.

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Short Bio

Joel Chadd is a Bend, Oregon–based folk Americana artist known for a live show that balances listening-room intimacy with a dynamic full-band arc. Rooted in strong songwriting and thoughtful arrangements, his performances invite audiences to lean in while still delivering momentum and emotional lift.

He has shared the stage with artists such as Jeffrey Martin, Brothers Comatose and other regional and national acts, and was a finalist in the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriter Showcase — a nod to his craft and connection to the folk community.

Joel performs both solo and with a full band, making him a strong fit for curated listening rooms, headlining sets, and co-bills where songs and stories are at the center of the night.

Highlights

• Finalist — Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriter Showcase

• Shared stages with Goose, Jeffrey Martin, Shook Twins, Brothers Comatose, The Deslondes, May Erlewine and others

• Performed at Rocky Mountain Folks Festival

• Performer at Cascade Equinox Festival

Press

“Joel has one of the richest voices we’ve ever heard… his vocal performance is on another level.”

Cheers To The Vikings (Full Article)

“It’s a powerful piece of folk Americana rock and deserves to be shouted from the mountains.”

Adobe & Teardrops (Full Article)

“Ghost of You is a collection of 10 gorgeous folk-rock songs, built around deeply personal lyrics.”

1859 Oregon’s Magazine (Full Article)