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Single: Noonday Drive At 12 AM
Digital Release Date: March 17, 2025
Genre: Indie Rock, Retro Rock, Blues Rock
ISRC Code: uscgj2506878
Run Time: 3:32
ARTIST BIO
Joel Strauss is a solo Indie artist from Fredericton, NB, blending Indie Rock, Americana, and Retro Rock into a distinctive style. Influenced by Oasis, The Tallest Man On Earth, Smashing Pumpkins, Radiohead, and The Black Keys, his music combines raw emotion, soaring melodies, and bold, textured instrumentation. Described as having 'a voice that could stand out in crowds of thousands' (The East Mag), he pairs his musical vision with striking visuals, creating his own album artwork as an accomplished Watercolour Painter. His artistic versatility was recently recognized when he won the FROSTival Art Battle in Fredericton (2025).
ABOUT THE SINGLE:
Noonday Drive At 12 AM is a powerful mid-tempo track that fuses bluesy riffs with a soaring chorus. Inspired by themes of setbacks and perseverance, the song’s gritty, soulful delivery is sure to captivate listeners. Fans of The Black Keys' blues-infused rock and Oasis' anthemic melodies will find something to love in this track.
PRESS QUOTES:
“A voice that could stand out in crowds of thousands.... - The East Mag
“One of the best registers to come out the Great White North.” - Indie Rock Cafe, Best New Indie Music
“The perfect storm, if you will, of talent, courage and musicianship. ...Music that touches the heart, body, and mind." - Soundlooks
FOR RADIO & PLAYLIST CONSIDERATION:
Recommended for fans of The Black Keys, Oasis, Arctic Monkeys, The War on Drugs
Clean Lyrics
Available in WAV & MP3 formats
LINER NOTES (CREDITS):
Songwriter, Performer, Producer, Mixing Engineer: Joel Strauss
Mastering Engineer: Zack Ingles
Artwork: Joel Strauss
CONTACT / SOCIAL MEDIA
joelstraussmedia@gmail.com
506.230.1603
Instagram: @joelstraussmusic @joelstraussart
Facebook: @joelstraussmusic @joelstraussart
PREVIOUS RELEASES & HIGHLIGHTS:
Vaudeville Theatre EP - 2018 Release
Cross The Desert EP - 2020 Release
Upcoming Album Noonday Drive At 12 AM drops on June 4th, 2025
Winner of FROSTival Art Battle in Fredericton 2025