Josh Gillespie
@joshgillespie.com
Singer/songwriter, lyrical provocateur with a hint of lime.
My latest album "Ghost Stories: Songs of Disorientation" is streaming now!
Indianapolis, IN
https://linktr.ee/joshgillespie
My latest album "Ghost Stories: Songs of Disorientation" is streaming now!
Indianapolis, IN
https://linktr.ee/joshgillespie
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Josh Gillespie
@joshgillespie.com
· Jul 4
www.joshgillespie.substack.com
I’m not very active on here, but I am writing more over on Substack. Less newsletter, more stories about music, faith, touring life, and everything in between. It’s called Between Verse and Chorus. Hope you’ll check it out: www.joshgillespie.substack.com
Day 22 — “Seasons”
Sleepless nights.
Endless waiting.
A prayer whispered into the dark “How long?”
This is the heart of Seasons.
#Seasons #IndieSongwriter #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic
Sleepless nights.
Endless waiting.
A prayer whispered into the dark “How long?”
This is the heart of Seasons.
#Seasons #IndieSongwriter #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic
November 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Day 22 — “Seasons”
Sleepless nights.
Endless waiting.
A prayer whispered into the dark “How long?”
This is the heart of Seasons.
#Seasons #IndieSongwriter #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic
Sleepless nights.
Endless waiting.
A prayer whispered into the dark “How long?”
This is the heart of Seasons.
#Seasons #IndieSongwriter #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic
Day 21 — “Remains of Time.”
A song about time—not the science of it, but the heart of it.
The pieces we keep become the memories that outlast everything else.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #SingerSongwriter #IndieSongwriter
A song about time—not the science of it, but the heart of it.
The pieces we keep become the memories that outlast everything else.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #SingerSongwriter #IndieSongwriter
November 24, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Day 21 — “Remains of Time.”
A song about time—not the science of it, but the heart of it.
The pieces we keep become the memories that outlast everything else.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #SingerSongwriter #IndieSongwriter
A song about time—not the science of it, but the heart of it.
The pieces we keep become the memories that outlast everything else.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #SingerSongwriter #IndieSongwriter
Day 20 — “Remains of Time.”
Time moves fast.
Kids make you stop long enough to notice.
This song is about how the moments we remember are what time is truly made of.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic #IndieSongwriter
Time moves fast.
Kids make you stop long enough to notice.
This song is about how the moments we remember are what time is truly made of.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic #IndieSongwriter
November 22, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Day 20 — “Remains of Time.”
Time moves fast.
Kids make you stop long enough to notice.
This song is about how the moments we remember are what time is truly made of.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic #IndieSongwriter
Time moves fast.
Kids make you stop long enough to notice.
This song is about how the moments we remember are what time is truly made of.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic #IndieSongwriter
Day 19 - “Remains of Time”
This song is about a conversation my cousin had with his 5yo daughter about what time is made of. Kids of a certain age have a way of asking the big questions.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #IndieRock #JoshGillespie
This song is about a conversation my cousin had with his 5yo daughter about what time is made of. Kids of a certain age have a way of asking the big questions.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #IndieRock #JoshGillespie
November 21, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Day 19 - “Remains of Time”
This song is about a conversation my cousin had with his 5yo daughter about what time is made of. Kids of a certain age have a way of asking the big questions.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #IndieRock #JoshGillespie
This song is about a conversation my cousin had with his 5yo daughter about what time is made of. Kids of a certain age have a way of asking the big questions.
#RemainsOfTime #DailyMusicChallenge #IndieRock #JoshGillespie
I wanted to take a moment and shout out the work done by Tim Beeler and my cousin/producer Jon Gillespie on Secondhand. I really enjoy what they each brought to this song.
#Secondhand #DailyMusicChallenge #IndieRock #JoshGillespie
#Secondhand #DailyMusicChallenge #IndieRock #JoshGillespie
November 20, 2025 at 8:34 PM
I wanted to take a moment and shout out the work done by Tim Beeler and my cousin/producer Jon Gillespie on Secondhand. I really enjoy what they each brought to this song.
#Secondhand #DailyMusicChallenge #IndieRock #JoshGillespie
#Secondhand #DailyMusicChallenge #IndieRock #JoshGillespie
I wrote a new Substack about how political deconstruction shaped the music I write today. Scripture, justice, doubt, protest — it’s all in there.
#Deconstruction #FaithAndPolitics #IndieSongwriter #ChristianMusic #HonestFaith
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/how-politi...
#Deconstruction #FaithAndPolitics #IndieSongwriter #ChristianMusic #HonestFaith
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/how-politi...
How Political Deconstruction Made Me a Songwriter
How Scripture, Justice, and Honest Questions Shaped My Voice
joshgillespie.substack.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
I wrote a new Substack about how political deconstruction shaped the music I write today. Scripture, justice, doubt, protest — it’s all in there.
#Deconstruction #FaithAndPolitics #IndieSongwriter #ChristianMusic #HonestFaith
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/how-politi...
#Deconstruction #FaithAndPolitics #IndieSongwriter #ChristianMusic #HonestFaith
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/how-politi...
Day 17 — “Secondhand.”
Trying to hold it all together, losing your grip, and still being pulled back to rest.
That’s what “Secondhand” is all about.
#Secondhand #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic #indieartist
Trying to hold it all together, losing your grip, and still being pulled back to rest.
That’s what “Secondhand” is all about.
#Secondhand #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic #indieartist
November 19, 2025 at 5:22 PM
Day 17 — “Secondhand.”
Trying to hold it all together, losing your grip, and still being pulled back to rest.
That’s what “Secondhand” is all about.
#Secondhand #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic #indieartist
Trying to hold it all together, losing your grip, and still being pulled back to rest.
That’s what “Secondhand” is all about.
#Secondhand #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespieMusic #indieartist
Day 16 - “Secondhand” is about how we replace God with so many other things, from politicians to careers, to friendships - we’re constantly looking for other things to save us…that we make Jesus a secondhand savior.
#Secondhand #IndieRock
#Secondhand #IndieRock
November 18, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Day 16 - “Secondhand” is about how we replace God with so many other things, from politicians to careers, to friendships - we’re constantly looking for other things to save us…that we make Jesus a secondhand savior.
#Secondhand #IndieRock
#Secondhand #IndieRock
Day 15 - “Slave to the Party”
Slave to the Party is my one song that gets a different feel and vibe when I play it solo acoustic. Should I release an acoustic version of the song?
Let me know what you think!
#SlaveToTheParty #IndieArtist #Indiemusic
Slave to the Party is my one song that gets a different feel and vibe when I play it solo acoustic. Should I release an acoustic version of the song?
Let me know what you think!
#SlaveToTheParty #IndieArtist #Indiemusic
November 17, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Day 15 - “Slave to the Party”
Slave to the Party is my one song that gets a different feel and vibe when I play it solo acoustic. Should I release an acoustic version of the song?
Let me know what you think!
#SlaveToTheParty #IndieArtist #Indiemusic
Slave to the Party is my one song that gets a different feel and vibe when I play it solo acoustic. Should I release an acoustic version of the song?
Let me know what you think!
#SlaveToTheParty #IndieArtist #Indiemusic
Day 14 — “Slave to the Party.”
Politics shouldn’t cost you your identity.
This song is a reminder that the party doesn’t own you.
#SlaveToTheParty #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespie
#IndieArtist #IndieRock
Politics shouldn’t cost you your identity.
This song is a reminder that the party doesn’t own you.
#SlaveToTheParty #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespie
#IndieArtist #IndieRock
November 17, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Day 14 — “Slave to the Party.”
Politics shouldn’t cost you your identity.
This song is a reminder that the party doesn’t own you.
#SlaveToTheParty #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespie
#IndieArtist #IndieRock
Politics shouldn’t cost you your identity.
This song is a reminder that the party doesn’t own you.
#SlaveToTheParty #DailyMusicChallenge #JoshGillespie
#IndieArtist #IndieRock
Day 13 → “Slave to the Party.”
The party promises belonging.
But at what cost?
This song is about waking up to the price—and choosing freedom instead.
#SlaveToTheParty #IndieRock
The party promises belonging.
But at what cost?
This song is about waking up to the price—and choosing freedom instead.
#SlaveToTheParty #IndieRock
November 15, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Day 13 → “Slave to the Party.”
The party promises belonging.
But at what cost?
This song is about waking up to the price—and choosing freedom instead.
#SlaveToTheParty #IndieRock
The party promises belonging.
But at what cost?
This song is about waking up to the price—and choosing freedom instead.
#SlaveToTheParty #IndieRock
Day 12 → “Another Story.”
The truth doesn’t always crack. Sometimes it tilts.
And that’s where this song lives.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock
The truth doesn’t always crack. Sometimes it tilts.
And that’s where this song lives.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock
November 14, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Day 12 → “Another Story.”
The truth doesn’t always crack. Sometimes it tilts.
And that’s where this song lives.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock
The truth doesn’t always crack. Sometimes it tilts.
And that’s where this song lives.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock
Day 11 — “Another Story.”
A song about how lies, big or small, can bend the truth until you forget what’s real.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A song about how lies, big or small, can bend the truth until you forget what’s real.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock #IndieArtist
November 13, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Day 11 — “Another Story.”
A song about how lies, big or small, can bend the truth until you forget what’s real.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A song about how lies, big or small, can bend the truth until you forget what’s real.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock #IndieArtist
Day 10 — “Another Story.”
A song about subtle manipulation and the slow drip of doubt that rewrites your world.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A song about subtle manipulation and the slow drip of doubt that rewrites your world.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock #IndieArtist
November 12, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Day 10 — “Another Story.”
A song about subtle manipulation and the slow drip of doubt that rewrites your world.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A song about subtle manipulation and the slow drip of doubt that rewrites your world.
#AnotherStory #IndieRock #IndieArtist
I grew up loving 90s alt-rock & the mid-90s CCM scene - but the one label I have never embraced is “Christian artist.”
In my latest piece, I unpack why faith shapes my music…but marketing labels never could
#IndieMusic #Songwriter #ChristianMusic #CCM
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/why-christ...
In my latest piece, I unpack why faith shapes my music…but marketing labels never could
#IndieMusic #Songwriter #ChristianMusic #CCM
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/why-christ...
Why “Christian Artist” Labels Never Fit (And Why I Never Tried)
How 90s CCM, grunge, and a refusal to fit the mold shaped the way I make faith-informed music today
joshgillespie.substack.com
November 11, 2025 at 7:26 PM
I grew up loving 90s alt-rock & the mid-90s CCM scene - but the one label I have never embraced is “Christian artist.”
In my latest piece, I unpack why faith shapes my music…but marketing labels never could
#IndieMusic #Songwriter #ChristianMusic #CCM
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/why-christ...
In my latest piece, I unpack why faith shapes my music…but marketing labels never could
#IndieMusic #Songwriter #ChristianMusic #CCM
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/why-christ...
Day 9 — “Souvenirs of War.”
A song about the cost of fighting to protect an image instead of the truth.
#SouvenirsOfWar #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A song about the cost of fighting to protect an image instead of the truth.
#SouvenirsOfWar #IndieRock #IndieArtist
November 11, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Day 9 — “Souvenirs of War.”
A song about the cost of fighting to protect an image instead of the truth.
#SouvenirsOfWar #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A song about the cost of fighting to protect an image instead of the truth.
#SouvenirsOfWar #IndieRock #IndieArtist
Day 7 — today’s track is “Souvenirs of War.”
A song about pride, power, and the scars we collect pretending we’re winning.
#SouvenirsOfWar #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A song about pride, power, and the scars we collect pretending we’re winning.
#SouvenirsOfWar #IndieRock #IndieArtist
November 9, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Day 7 — today’s track is “Souvenirs of War.”
A song about pride, power, and the scars we collect pretending we’re winning.
#SouvenirsOfWar #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A song about pride, power, and the scars we collect pretending we’re winning.
#SouvenirsOfWar #IndieRock #IndieArtist
Day 6 — today’s track is “Wake Up Dead Man.”
A reminder that even in the dust and storms, renewal is still possible.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A reminder that even in the dust and storms, renewal is still possible.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #IndieArtist
November 8, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Day 6 — today’s track is “Wake Up Dead Man.”
A reminder that even in the dust and storms, renewal is still possible.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #IndieArtist
A reminder that even in the dust and storms, renewal is still possible.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #IndieArtist
Day 5 — still highlighting “Wake Up Dead Man.”
Some days you need a reminder that the bones can rise and the story isn’t over.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #IndieArtist
Some days you need a reminder that the bones can rise and the story isn’t over.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #IndieArtist
November 7, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Day 5 — still highlighting “Wake Up Dead Man.”
Some days you need a reminder that the bones can rise and the story isn’t over.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #IndieArtist
Some days you need a reminder that the bones can rise and the story isn’t over.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #IndieArtist
Day 4 — today’s track is “Wake Up Dead Man.”
A song about rising from the valleys that tried to bury you.
From dry bones to new life — this one still hits deep.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #NewMusic #IndieArtist
A song about rising from the valleys that tried to bury you.
From dry bones to new life — this one still hits deep.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #NewMusic #IndieArtist
November 6, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Day 4 — today’s track is “Wake Up Dead Man.”
A song about rising from the valleys that tried to bury you.
From dry bones to new life — this one still hits deep.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #NewMusic #IndieArtist
A song about rising from the valleys that tried to bury you.
From dry bones to new life — this one still hits deep.
#WakeUpDeadMan #IndieRock #NewMusic #IndieArtist
Day 3 of highlighting songs from my catalog — and this track still hits just as hard.
If you’re into indie rock, storytelling lyrics, and real musicianship, dive into the catalog with me.
#IndieRock #IndieArtist #SingerSongwriter #SupportIndieMusic
If you’re into indie rock, storytelling lyrics, and real musicianship, dive into the catalog with me.
#IndieRock #IndieArtist #SingerSongwriter #SupportIndieMusic
November 5, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Day 3 of highlighting songs from my catalog — and this track still hits just as hard.
If you’re into indie rock, storytelling lyrics, and real musicianship, dive into the catalog with me.
#IndieRock #IndieArtist #SingerSongwriter #SupportIndieMusic
If you’re into indie rock, storytelling lyrics, and real musicianship, dive into the catalog with me.
#IndieRock #IndieArtist #SingerSongwriter #SupportIndieMusic
Day 2 of the challenge to post every day about my music to find my audience. Are you in it? Want to be? Let’s connect.
November 4, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Day 2 of the challenge to post every day about my music to find my audience. Are you in it? Want to be? Let’s connect.
I just published a new Substack on how a simple songwriting challenge (FAWM) pushed me into writing about mercy, confession, and Christian Nationalism — and how it became the seed of a new album, Book of Joshua.
Would love to hear your thoughts.
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/the-songs-...
Would love to hear your thoughts.
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/the-songs-...
The Songs That Started Speaking Back
Why a simple songwriting challenge turned into a larger project about mercy, confession, and the American church
joshgillespie.substack.com
November 4, 2025 at 4:12 PM
I just published a new Substack on how a simple songwriting challenge (FAWM) pushed me into writing about mercy, confession, and Christian Nationalism — and how it became the seed of a new album, Book of Joshua.
Would love to hear your thoughts.
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/the-songs-...
Would love to hear your thoughts.
joshgillespie.substack.com/p/the-songs-...
Are you out there? Let’s connect. This is the first song I ever released called “Maybe It’s Time”.
November 3, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Are you out there? Let’s connect. This is the first song I ever released called “Maybe It’s Time”.
There’s still magic in listening to a full album.
Not on shuffle. Not one song at a time.
But as a full experience.
In my latest Substack, I write about growing up on CDs, rediscovering vinyl, and why the album format still holds power today.
Read it here → open.substack.com/pub/joshgill...
Not on shuffle. Not one song at a time.
But as a full experience.
In my latest Substack, I write about growing up on CDs, rediscovering vinyl, and why the album format still holds power today.
Read it here → open.substack.com/pub/joshgill...
Why the Experience of Albums Still Matter
A reflection on albums as journeys, not just collections of songs
open.substack.com
October 21, 2025 at 3:16 PM
There’s still magic in listening to a full album.
Not on shuffle. Not one song at a time.
But as a full experience.
In my latest Substack, I write about growing up on CDs, rediscovering vinyl, and why the album format still holds power today.
Read it here → open.substack.com/pub/joshgill...
Not on shuffle. Not one song at a time.
But as a full experience.
In my latest Substack, I write about growing up on CDs, rediscovering vinyl, and why the album format still holds power today.
Read it here → open.substack.com/pub/joshgill...