JOSH KING

Josh King is an alt-pop artist and multi-instrumentalist from Charlotte, North Carolina. His music blends soul, heart, and the kind of realness that makes even new listeners feel like they already know him. At six years old, he began his music journey with a harmonica, something that eventually led him across the world and onto American Idol Season 23, where he reached the Top 8 and won viewers over with his warm voice and natural charm.

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As a young musician, Josh was mentored by blues legend James Cotton, who taught him to lead with emotion in his music and to trust the audience. Those lessons still shape his performances today. Whether he is at the piano, on guitar, or playing harmonica, Josh brings an ease and a sincerity that make even new listeners feel like longtime fans.

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Josh has spent meaningful time living abroad and creating with musicians from different cultures. Those experiences widened his perspective and helped shape the deeper, more distinctive creative voice he brings to his music today. In Charlotte, he is known for his thousands of volunteer hours performing at hospitals and at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport piano, where travelers often stop, listen, and connect with him.

 

On Thanksgiving Day 2025, Josh released his original single ‘Gingerbread Man,’ a catchy, rhythm-driven track that quickly stood out for its modern energy and charm. His audience and performance schedule continue to grow across the Carolinas and beyond, with international performances planned for 2026. Fans respond to the sincerity and joy he brings to every show, and industry professionals have taken note of his work ethic, character, and crowd connection.

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Josh is now preparing new single releases as well as his debut album, which will showcase his storytelling, multi-instrumental talent, and the authentic sound he has been shaping since the beginning. Whether performing on stage, volunteering in his hometown, or creating music in the studio, Josh King brings heart, purpose, and a spark that stays with people long after the song ends. New fans discover him every day, and he is only getting started on his journey.