Josh & The Dirty Rags

Why we picked it

Josh & the Dirty Rags is a Dark Folk band that embraces a nomadic lifestyle, performing in dynamic lineups of 3 to 6 musicians. Their music blends captivating folk with vibrant, festive energy, telling deep stories inspired by pirates and adventures. With Josh’s banjo and a theatrical voice that recalls the likes of Tom Waits or Amigo The Devil, the band’s storytelling pulls the listener in from the very first note. Since forming in 2022, the Montreal-based group has traveled across North America, playing over 300 shows throughout Canada and the United States (at festivals such as Festif!, Festivoix, Moonrunners, and Punk Rock Rodeo) and sharing the stage with artists like Mononc Serge, Pete Bernhard, Yes Ma’am, Clyde McGee, Bosko Baker, and more. Each performance is a one-of-a-kind, immersive experience that is as electrifying as it is unforgettable. Come on! Step into the world of Josh & the Dirty Rags and let yourself be swept way. --/-- <p