http://www.indy.com/posts/6218 en-us wanderlust I don't even know the words to use for Josh. Fabulous. Amazing. Inspirational..Quickly becoming my favorite artist (going to edge out Martin Sexton??). As to the Christian lyrics...There is freedom in being who you are. It's not about the numbers JG! Besides, I LOVE how he sings about life with honesty and truth. He doesn't just sing the regular tripe we so often hear. He is honest, real, and a cool edgy! Thanks for the awesome music and all the inspiration Josh! Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:57:22 -0400 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_27755 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_27755 markrweaver There is no music that even comes close to Josh Garrels music. I worship God through his music. It is the soundtrack to my life and my faith. It is beautiful. I praise God for putting his music in Josh Garrels! Mon, 28 Apr 2008 11:44:38 -0400 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_21432 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_21432 Victory33 I never saw this article on Josh...glad it came back around. He's a great guy, with a good voice and lyrics. I've known him since my Muncie days, but didn't know he had Indy.com fame and clout. Congrats on the article Josh! Wed, 16 Apr 2008 13:38:37 -0400 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_20679 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_20679 doesntmatter That is an incredibly misguided statement. Rephrasing his beliefs as universals or curbing his references to God is exactly what he does not want to do. In this article he makes it clear that he is not doing this for money. He wants to reach people and touch them with his music and his profound lyrics. He simply does not want the world's ideals impressed upon his music and won't water down his lyrics for the sake of status. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 12:56:20 -0400 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_20675 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_20675 disbeyossarian Josh limits his audience by choosing to sing about his Christian beliefs. Without a doubt, Josh's closest comparison would be Jack Johnson, one of the most widely known active musicians today. Arguably, Josh has more to offer than Jack, in that his vocal stylings are more versitile as is his music. Whereas Jack relies on the same simple structure on each new effort, Josh proves to be more imaginitive with Over Oceans. An album that combines Josh's signature drum beats, exotic samples, and of coarse his singing/rapping capabilites, as well as new additions of live musicians of many different instruments. The only flaw are the many references to God. Much of what Josh has to say about his religous beliefs could be rephrased as universals, therefore not limiting his audience to Christian followers. Personally, I just want Josh the recognition he deserves. His talent is too great to be kept within the confines of the Indianapolis Christian community. Thu, 27 Mar 2008 10:58:55 -0400 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18723 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18723 Matt.Gonzales Not just a truly unique, exceptional talent, but an excellent human being. I'm glad we finally got our act together and did a feature on him. Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:57:55 -0400 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18611 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18611 Marley I was so glad to see this article about Josh. He performed at my university several years ago, and I absolutely loved his voice. I'm happy that his talent is being recognized. Wed, 26 Mar 2008 10:09:17 -0400 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18597 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18597 TJ_Reynolds Josh Garrels is the Truth, y'all! Pure talent. Tue, 25 Mar 2008 07:47:33 -0400 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18468 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18468 Ben Neff Make sure to check out the video. Josh has a unique and versatile voice. I dig it. Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:14:57 -0400 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18137 http://www.indy.com/posts/6218#comment_18137