Based in Snohomish, WA, Joe Lovato brings timeless classics to life with a fresh, soulful touch. With an acoustic guitar, rich vocals, and the creative use of a loop station, Joe delivers a dynamic performance that blends decades and genres into one seamless experience. His setlist ranges from nostalgic favorites to unique interpretations, creating the perfect atmosphere for weddings, private parties, corporate events, and live music venues.
Whether you’re looking for background ambiance or an engaging main act, Joe’s passion and artistry invite audiences to not just listen, but to feel every note.
2 reviews
David E.
September 25, 2025I have hired, and played with, Joe Lovato numerous times. He is very talented and always professional. On-time, on pitch, and very friendly. Crowd favorite and local to Washington.
Hired as: Acoustic Band, Singing Guitarist
Anthony A.
September 20, 2025i’ve worked with Joe over many years and hired him on 3 occasions in California this past year. He is very skilled, dynamic and talented guitarist and singer. always a pleasant to work with he was able to bring out the best and most of my work. I’d highly recommend working with him.
Hired as: Singing Guitarist
Price range: Starts at $150
Languages: English, Spanish
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Joe can adapt his performance to fit your event’s vibe. He can provide smooth, unobtrusive background music to set the mood, or step forward as an engaging performer who connects with the crowd. Expect lighthearted conversation between songs, playful humor, and interactive moments where Joe drops cue lines or invites the audience into call-and-response hooks and sing-alongs. With a wide repertoire spanning from the ’70s to today, there’s something for everyone—and Joe is happy to tailor the musical theme to your requests.
Joe Lovato is a 37-year-old acoustic guitarist and singer-songwriter known for his unique voice and fresh spin on familiar songs. Covering everything from 70s classics to today’s pop hits, Joe reimagines well-loved tracks and often blends them into creative medleys that keep audiences engaged. His heartfelt performances are perfect for weddings, private parties, corporate gatherings, and live music venues looking for a mix of nostalgia and originality.
I bring my own sound/amplification that can be modulated for small and medium venues. If there is a larger venue, we will need to assess any additional/special requirements. I have colored stage lights as well for added ambiance. I can also plug my instrument and mic into the house speakers if present/desired.
Pompeii
Want you Back
Hit Me Baby One More Time
Ordinary Love
This Love
Mr. Brightside
Flowers
Flake/Whiskey In The Jar
Ace Of Spades
First Day Of My Life
Stay
Just The Two Of Us
Money Money Money
Follow You Into The Dark
Sweater Weather
When I Come Around
Brown Eyed Girl
All My Loving
Dreaming With A Broken Heart
Save Tonight Medley
Wake Me Up Medley
7 Years Old
Don't Dream It's Over
After Dark
Best Part
Hand In My Pocket
Hey There Delilah
La Isla Bonita
Stolen Dance
Say My Name
Good Directions
Fields Of Gold
The Way
Wild Horses
Rather Be
Wonderful Tonight
Love Yourself
Rocket Man
Drinking Problem
Under The Bridge
Stand By Me
Drive
I Want It That Way
Love We Had
Fate That Finds You
Yesterday
In My Life
Poker Face
Mama I'm Coming Home
One Headlight
Can't Take My Eyes Off of You
Here Comes The Rain Again
Valerie
Way too many! -but some notable mentions:
The Beatles, John Mayer, Incubus, Iration, Led Zeppelin, Alanis Morissette, Green Day, Jack Johnson, Adele, James Taylor, Nirvana, Elton John, Annie Lennox, Third Eye Blind, Brittany Spears, AFI, Whitney Houston, Alice in Chains, Fall Out Boy, Michael Jackson, Sheryl Crow, The Darkness, Seal, Goldfinger, The Eagles, Outkast, Justin Timberlake, Sting, Ratt, Iron Maiden, Fleetwood Mac, Journey, Hall & Oates, Queen, Sublime, The Killers, Frankie Valli, Foo Fighters, Death Cab for Cutie, Peter Gabriel, HIM, Maná, The Scorpions, Ray LaMontagne, Dick Dale, Avenged Sevenfold, The Rolling Stones, Jewel, Black Sabbath, Phil Collins, Dance With the Dead, Lady Gaga, Nicotine Dolls, T-Pain, Killswitch Engage, Waylon Jennings, Reel Big Fish, System of a Down, Katatonia, Guns n Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sade, The Expendables, Weezer, Chris Cornell.
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Singing Guitarist
