Joseph Wooten

Three-time Grammy nominated artist Joseph Wooten is a songwriter, composer, singer, studio musician, author, motivational speaker, and philanthropist. He has been the keyboardist for The Steve Miller Band since 1993, fronts his own band, The Hands of Soul, and is part of the multi-talented family known as The Wooten Brothers – Victor Wooten, Roy Wooten (Futureman), Regi Wooten, and the late Rudy Wooten.He is the founder of a non-profit organisation I Matter! You Matter!, and his book, It All Matters, was published in 2017.

Wooten grew up in a musical family and formed a band, The Wooten Brothers, with his siblings at a young age. They played nightclubs and went on to share the stage with many famous artists, including Curtis Mayfield, The Temptations, and The SOS Band. In the 1980s they caught the ear of R&B artist/producer Kashif, and were signed by Arista Records. Joseph then became band leader, musical director, and keyboardist for Kashif, and during that time he also sang background vocals for Whitney Houston, and co-wrote the Grammy nominated song Call Me Tonight.

In 1993 Joseph became the keyboard player/vocalist for the legendary Steve Miller Band. He is also the keyboardist to his brother, Victor, fronts his own band, Joseph Wooten & The Hands of Soul, and is a member of Freedom Sings, an elite group of musicians organised by the First Amendment Center in Washington D.C. In addition to releasing several of his own albums and singles, Joseph continues to compose, produce, and record vocals and keyboards for many fellow artists.

Away from music, Joseph talks to students of all ages about character development, self-esteem, self-respect, and personal growth, and has conducted a TEDx Talk. With his wife, Stephanie, he founded the non-profit organisation I Matter! You Matter!, which sets out to create positive change for young people of all ages, as well as providing aid and support to the homeless and Veterans.

Wooten regularly connects with his legions of followers and fans through Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, posting pictures and videos of his life around music. He is also available for that personalised shout-out via the Cameo platform, has a dedicated YouTube channel, Joseph Wooten, and an official website, josephwooten.com.