Joe Gagan is a consummate artist. Raised in the music and art explosion of the 1960’s, he explored color and sound at a young age. His study of guitar and voice began at age 13, influenced by the Beatles, Cream, and Chuck Berry. Playing in a band with his brothers provided inspiration and income. At the same time, Joe was developing a strong identity as a visual artist. By age 22, he had owned a jewelry business, had played in numerous rock, jazz, and funk bands, and was entering architectural school. Eventually heading a home building corporation, he established himself as an innovative designer and communicator. Joe had retired from playing music professionally in the mid 1980’s, but continued to play casually. That retirement ended in 1993 when a burglar stole his guitars. While buying new instruments, his interest in performing publicly was rekindled and he quickly rose to active status in the Albuquerque club scene. Joe now thanks that burglar for indirectly giving him one of the greatest gifts he has ever received. He says he is permanently out of retirement. Joe lives in Albuquerque, is married and has two sons from a previous marriage. He acknowledges his current band, the Gagan Bros Band, as the most fulfilling creative endeavor he has ever participated in.

Custom Doubleneck

Designed by Joe Gagan, built by Skip Helms

On recordings we also play '71 Pbass fender Lefty, a Jazz bass copy made
from custom parts, and a lefty Music Man Stingray 4

70's Ampeg SVT

Sessionette JD10 preamp