West Texas singer-songwriter Russell Joe Thompson brings his unique blend of honky-tonk and 90s grunge to Downshift Brewing Company - Riverside on November 24, 2024.
With roots tracing back to Lake Arrowhead, Russell Joe grew up with a guitar in one hand and a fishing pole in the other, first picking up songwriting at just thirteen. From his teenage alternative rock days to a fifteen-year career that’s taken him from Texas to New York, Russell Joe’s music is a journey of storytelling, moody melodies, and poetic expression.
A finalist in The Blue Light Live Singer-Songwriter Competition (2019, 2021) and a mainstay at the Lubbock Live Festival, Russell Joe released his debut album Between Teeth in 2023, delivering raw emotion and unforgettable rock melodies.
Fans of original music and 90s covers won’t want to miss his live show in Ruidoso!