Justin Friello is no stranger to the spotlight. Since 2005, he’s been performing professionally as a solo artist and as the lead in various bands in New York’s Capital Region and beyond. Live performance has always been his focus, though his collection of studio releases includes numerous EPs, LPs, singles, and even 10 holiday albums.

He’s played major upstate venues and festivals like Proctors Theatre, The Linda, Tulip Fest, WMHT, and Summernight. He’s opened for bands like Gin Blossoms, Village People, and Girl Talk. In 2016, Justin released his hybrid EP/Short Film, Jack & Jill, to a packed house, backed by a 8-piece ensemble. His most recent release is a live EP, recorded at the famous Caffè Lena in Saratoga Springs, NY. Listen on all streaming services.

Justin’s songwriting is “punchy, driving, rhythmically intricate and layered”, full of “honest language”, and “overflowing with diverse creative ideas”. Throughout his career, what has never changed is a commitment to expertly crafted, emotionally intense lyrics and intricate guitar playing.