Today we’d like to introduce you to Josh Reding.
Hi Josh, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
Hi, My name is Joshua Dean Reding and this is my story…
Well, lets see…I started singing at a very young age, probably 3 or 4 years old. That progressed as I grew older, with aid from Choir and Theatre classes throughout grade school. I picked up the guitar at 10 years old after attending a Blink 182 concert and seeing the crowds reaction to the trio having such a genuinely good time on stage!
Fast forward to high school when I founded my first original band, Radiobox. We went on the perform at notable clubs around the Houston area such as: Scout Bar, Fitzgeralds, Java Jazz, Fuel Cafe, etc, as well as a live performance on 90.1FM KPFT Radio. I majored in vocal performance at San Antonio College where I really honed my skills and techniques as a vocalist, allowing me to perform the grueling 3 – 4 hr sets (35-45 songs) for our current Austin shows.
Emo Hero was founded in early 2022 with the intention of bringing the excitement and thrill of performing on stage with a live band while incorporating karaoke! We would (and still do for select shows) invite audience members on stage to sing with us in a live band setting! We currently have a monthly residency in Austin, Tx at Maggie Mae’s on 6th Street and have performed all over North and South Austin, as well as San Antonio residencies (Hard Rock Cafe), even as far south as Eagle Pass (Kickapoo Lucky Eagle Casino and Cooters Pub).
When I am not performing on stage, I am a Live Sound Engineer for numerous venues around the central Texas area. I also am a touring engineer where I have mixed notable venues/festivals (Red Rocks, Rocklahoma) with the New Braunfels based metalcore band Waves In April.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
From having to replace the entire Emo Hero lineup within a week to fufill a 3hr residency at the Hard Rock Cafe in San Antonio to grinding monthly to ensure I have enough shows to meet my needs, it has not been an easy road.
Honestly though, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I am doing what I love and although its had its ups and downs, this road is rewarding beyond words. My love of music has taken me to places I’d only dreamed of, and for that I’m truly grateful!
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I am a Live Sound Engineer based in Central Texas. I help setup/route/patch and mix national and world acts in notable venues such as The Aztec Theatre, The Rock Box, Vibes Event Center, Ragnars, Cheatham St, among others. I am also a touring engineer and have mixed in notable amphitheatres and festivals such as Red Rocks, Rocklahoma.
Who else deserves credit in your story?
Ive got to give credit to the current team at Emo Hero: Max, Alex, and Raz, y’all are like family to me and keep my head on an even keel, haha…love you guys!
Also to the past members of EH: Alex, Aaron, Chris, Mando, Zach, and James.
Shout out to my buddy Rob for getting me into mixing on a digital console and setting this all in motion!
Also thanks to my friend Mark for showing me how to dial in the mix and referring me into The Aztec Theatre, further propelling my knowledge and allowing me to work with artists on a world class level thru Live Nation Productions.
…and I couldn’t leave out my mom, Kathy. She’s been my number one supporter from day one and even though we have our disagreements, lol, I wouldn’t be here today without her. Love ya mom! <3
Contact Info:
- Website: emoheroband@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emoheroband
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emoherolive
Image Credits
Paul M. Sanchez
