Josh is a true natural to the spotlight. Having years of experience in front of the microphone, he has gained rave reviews and fans across the Midwest.
Josh has been performing, in front of crowds, since the age of 3. His influences span from rock bands such as Aerosmith & Van Halen to the top country bands of today. He is an extremely gifted performer, writer & published poet. He placed as a 2003 finalist in the Nashville Country Show & Talent Contest held in Nashville at The Gibson Bluegrass Showcase. Josh has also been seen performing at such hot spots in Nashville as The Trap, Tootsies Orchid Lounge, and The Broken Spoke Saloon as well as the legendary Falmouth Opry House in Falmouth, KY.
Josh and Liquid Fire are sure to captivate audiences with their unique country/rock blend of high energy attitude & talent.
Josh Reed (Lead Vocals)
Joe Riley (Guitars / Vocals)
Joe is an all around professional guitarist, who defines the word "Virtuoso"! He has conquered the skill and techniques that weave him flawlessly through the elements of musical genius. Compared to such guitarists as Satriani and Rhoads, Joe has captivated audiences and fellow musicians with his precise, yet unorthodox playing style.
Joe is a seasoned musician, with a long list of credits. He has won an astonishing 9 awards for his guitar playing, including a #1 National title, and several Regional #1 titles! Making television appearances (ESPN, ESPN2, & Speedvision television network) and recording jingles for several radio and television commercials (Budweiser & MTV). He has worked with several Regional and National acts. Joe has recorded several full length albums, and been hired as a session musician for many more LP's. He has been a guitar instructor to well over 300 students. Joe has also been seen in several different magazines.
Joe and Liquid Fire create musical landscapes that will capture your attention and puzzle your imagination, leaving you wanting more!
Joe is a seasoned musician, with a long list of credits. He has won an astonishing 9 awards for his guitar playing, including a #1 National title, and several Regional #1 titles! Making television appearances (ESPN, ESPN2, & Speedvision television network) and recording jingles for several radio and television commercials (Budweiser & MTV). He has worked with several Regional and National acts. Joe has recorded several full length albums, and been hired as a session musician for many more LP's. He has been a guitar instructor to well over 300 students. Joe has also been seen in several different magazines.
Joe and Liquid Fire create musical landscapes that will capture your attention and puzzle your imagination, leaving you wanting more!
Jeff Lewis (Bass Guitar / Vocals)
Jeff is a seasoned professional bassist, with over 20 years in the music industry. His ability to lay solid grooves, while exploring unlimited technique, makes him one of the most solid bassists on the scene today.
Jeff has a list of performance credits from such bands as The Limit, Liquor Box & Middleman. He has also worked alongside well known singer / songwriter / actor Gregory Patrick Agnew.
Jeff has experience in all types of music, from classical to heavy metal. He has decided to return to his roots of country / rock with Liquid Fire.
Jeff has a list of performance credits from such bands as The Limit, Liquor Box & Middleman. He has also worked alongside well known singer / songwriter / actor Gregory Patrick Agnew.
Jeff has experience in all types of music, from classical to heavy metal. He has decided to return to his roots of country / rock with Liquid Fire.
Michael Scott Howard (Drums)
Michael grew up listening to the likes of KISS, Judas Priest and other inspiring "rock" bands of the '80's. At an early age he relized he wanted to become a full time musician. By age 12, Michael was studying percussion under the late Wille Allen. Moving along through Michael's music career, he joined (local Middletown, OH band) FTW. He played with FTW for 10 years, performing countless shows and co-writing 1 full length (Independent released) CD.
After leaving FTW, Michael worked with several different "country" bands including 2 Horse Town and The Tucker Brothers. He then moved to South Carolina to perform and record with the band Heathen Justice (produced by former Savatage frontman-Jon Oliva). While in South Carolina, he also studied with drummer Bobby Rondinelli (ex- Rainbow, Warlock & Black Sabbath).
In late 1998 Michael returned to Ohio to join National touring act "Mr. Crowley". (The Nations #1 Tribute to Ozzy Ozzbourne and also where his & Joe's musical friendship began). After touring and performing countless shows across the U.S. with Crowley, including shows with Quiet Riot and (ex-Judas Priest frontmann Ripper Owens), Michael and Joe left Crowley to join the band Nailed.
Nailed performed several shows and gained huge reviews in the Ohio area, before disbanding in 2002 (due to musical indifferences). Now Michael and Joe have joined once again, to create landscape of melodic music mastery, with their own "country / rock" band Liquid Fire.
After leaving FTW, Michael worked with several different "country" bands including 2 Horse Town and The Tucker Brothers. He then moved to South Carolina to perform and record with the band Heathen Justice (produced by former Savatage frontman-Jon Oliva). While in South Carolina, he also studied with drummer Bobby Rondinelli (ex- Rainbow, Warlock & Black Sabbath).
In late 1998 Michael returned to Ohio to join National touring act "Mr. Crowley". (The Nations #1 Tribute to Ozzy Ozzbourne and also where his & Joe's musical friendship began). After touring and performing countless shows across the U.S. with Crowley, including shows with Quiet Riot and (ex-Judas Priest frontmann Ripper Owens), Michael and Joe left Crowley to join the band Nailed.
Nailed performed several shows and gained huge reviews in the Ohio area, before disbanding in 2002 (due to musical indifferences). Now Michael and Joe have joined once again, to create landscape of melodic music mastery, with their own "country / rock" band Liquid Fire.
