Live Reviews
“Joselyn led with her amazing voice, on this night, beginning with her ukulele and later on the congas. Don, as a calming base, held everything down on guitar — acoustic and electric and backup vocals. [Mai] Leisz's articulate bass and [Jim} McGrath’s smooth percussion amplified the deep sonic ambiance of the room.” - Melina Paris
“Not only did the audience love Joselyn & Don and their music, but they were such a joy for staff and techs to work with. In addition, they did a songwriting workshop which was very well attended and the participants gave very enthusiastic reviews. I highly recommend Joselyn & Don for inclusion in any series.” - Christian Wolf, Executive Director
— The Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation
"Seeds & Bones" Reviews
“A very engaging set of songs from two artists who dovetail so naturally together. Such interesting, inviting music, and so elegantly delivered.” - Paul McGee
“This is grown-up timeless folk music, deeply rooted in blues and the natural world...with its reckoning of the past while looking towards a positive future, this is thought-provoking music that will bring a light to any room.” - Ian Kennedy
“Western gothic duo Joselyn & Don give voice to Mother Nature on ‘Deep Down’ as a crisp Santana-like guitar entices the natural world to reclaim the concrete jungle.”
“Blessed with a one-of-a-kind voice that cuts through the atmosphere like a sharp blade, Joselyn holds your hand and takes you on an emotional roller coaster through these relatable tunes. Don is a guitar virtuoso, multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer. Over the course of these tracks, they tackle the personal and the current social climate, wedding it to an impactful structure that keeps the whole affair moving along.” - Alan Cackett
“Their lyrics share the mythical quality of The Band at their best and the sound is straight off Rock Of Ages.”
“Seeds & Bones is arranged impeccably. It has a resilient guitar that whispers through the voice & narration. Compelling, well-written & despite the “darkness” hopeful words.” - John Apice
“Joselyn & Don have brought the wide open spirit of Montana to the concrete canyons of LA with Seeds & Bones.” - Shawn Underwood
“It so lovely to know Joselyn and Don, and experience their sweet, gentle nature coupled with their extreme awareness and sensitivity through their music. What they may not reveal in conversation over a glass of wine is fully expressed and exposed in their work. Their unceasing dedication to their work, their desire to create art, and their ability to reveal so beautifully what is in their hearts is the intense draw on these tracks. I found myself lulled and emboldened by their beauty.” - Sonja Magdevski, Casa Dumetz Wines