Joe & Sheila share a common heritage of Irish & Native American traditions that comes from the Appalachian region of Kentucky and West Virginia, now based in Ann Arbor/Detroit Michigan.They have used their experiences and their visions in the writing of their profound recordings. A perfect blend of Universal and Timeless Americana, Folk, & World music with powerful lyrics and beautiful voices.
With that in mind, we introduce you to
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke.
The 2020 International Tour was cancelled, but the duo is performing regularly online. This year has given them the time and opportunity to concentrate on writing and recording the demos for the new album.
Their debut CD release Everybody Has A Purpose was released in late 2015.
With songs like the highly charged Soldiers In The Army Of Mercy & Peace, which immediately received the 2015 Global Music Award for Folk Song Of The Year, and the universally uplifting title track, this record became an important addition to the folk music canon.
It has been described as sounding more like a career spanning greatest hits album, than a debut CD.
'Soldiers In The Army O Mercy & Peace has been chosen and is receiving airplay and great response in the Holy Land at the borders of conflict between Israel, Palestine, & Lebanon.
Joe & Sheila received back to back Detroit Music Awards for
World Music Songwriters Of The Year in 2013 & 2014.
While onstage at Detroit's annual World Music Festival 2015 Concert Of Colors they were presented with a Michigan Governor's Award for Artistic Excellence and their efforts for Social Justice, Peace, & Cultural Diversity by their State Representative.
On June 1, 2017 Joe Kidd was inducted into the Michigan Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame.
December 2018 brought them World Songwriters Award - Best Duo.
On April 10, 2019 Joe & Sheila received a Congressional Certificate of Recognition from the U S House of Representatives while onstage at Dearborn Center of the Performing Arts.
Fall of 2019 brought Best Acoustic Song from Clouzine International Music Magazine.
The recognition continues. On August 15 2020 Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke received an International Singer-Songwriter Association award for Vocal Duo Of The Year.
Joe & Sheila have appeared in Mexico (Hyatt Ziva Resort Hotel), Ontario Canada, and across the USA from Brooklyn NY (17 Frost Theater), to Nashville TN (Tootsies World Famous Orchid Lounge), to Hollywood CA (Genghis Cohen Theater), they appeared in Joshua Tree Ca (J T Saloon), Serpent Mound Ohio, The Ark (legendary folk venue) in Ann Arbor Michigan, Woodstock New York, Gettysburg PA, Atlanta GA, Branson MO, Austin TX, to name a few concert appearances this season.
Michigan/Midwest region shows are too many to mention. A short list of recent appearances is documented in the TOUR section of our official website.
In October 2019 Joe and Sheila completed their first European Tour.
They visited 8 countries in 3 weeks (England, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, & France).
In September 2017, at the Michigan State Fair, Sheila Burke launched Just Want To Be Myself, the first installment of her acclaimed children's book series.
In May 2020, Joe Kidd published his first book of verse and illustration titled The Invisible Waterhole, available exclusively on Amazon.
The record is enjoying international airplay in UK, Israel, South Africa, Mexico, Australia, Germany and more, as well as countless radio and internet stations across America.
The CD is also receiving unanimous critical praise (as evidenced on the official website).
It is available on ITunes, Amazon, AmazonUK, and all great outlets.
The last track on the CD, 'Waiting For That Flower To Bloom' is also featured on the new benefit compilation album titled 'Songs For Standing Rock Vol 5'.
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recent TV appearance - PBS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oaym161yH2g
recent album review - Nov 25 2018
https://geoffwilburmusic.com/2018/11/25/joe-kidd-sheila-burke-everybody-has-a-purpose/
concert photos with descriptionshttp://www.joekiddandsheilaburke.com/photo_gallery/
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke @ International Singer Songwriter Association Awards Ceremony
Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs (Atlanta) Georgia 30328
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke join a proven lineup of independent musicians from all genres of to recognize achievement and excellence in the music industry, Joe and Sheila are finalists in 2 categories this year. Sheila: Female Songwriter of the Year. Joe & Sheila: Vocal Duo of the Year. They received an award in 2020 and they previously appeared live in 2019. They will be performing live at the ceremony after party in 2022.
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke @ Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival
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Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke join a parade of professional hit songwriters located in the majestic Smokey Mountains for a weekend of great music.
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke return for 3rd year in a row to this legendary day long multi stage folk music marathon featuring some of the most talented Midwest songwriters of our time.
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke @ Bridges Church Music Festival
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke bring their music to this stage for the first time. Joined by a talented lineup of artists with a powerful message.
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke 2nd Annual Lighthouse Concert
The Lighthouse Center Inc, 740 E. Shore Drive, Whitmore Lake Michigan
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke Return by invitation for 2nd time to this spiritual and socially conscious sanctuary for a 90 minute concert of original songs.
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First Thoughts
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke welcome you to our new home on the web.
This is the place where the new CD 'Everybody Has A Purpose' will be presented to the world.
We have given every effort and all of our energy to make this record both powerful and beautiful.
We are happy and excited that it has received a Global Music Award even before it was released, and that it has gotten great reviews from both fans and critics.
We are honored to have YOU here with us now.
- peace to you -
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke
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CONCERT APPEARANCES
Corktown Sounds Detroit
Michigan Avenue Corktown Detroit, Michigan Avenue, Corktown Detroit Michigan
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke 2 hour concert outdoors with other select artists along the famous Corktown Corridor of Michigan Avenue
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke @ Fantasylvania Music Festival
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Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke appear at the premier of this new festival featuring a lineup of stellar artists from the Chicago/Detroit corridor and beyond
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke @ International Singer Songwriter Association Awards Ceremony
Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center, 1 Galambos Way, Sandy Springs (Atlanta) Georgia 30328
Joe Kidd & Sheila Burke join a proven lineup of independent musicians from all genres of to recognize achievement and excellence in the music industry, Joe and Sheila are finalists in 2 categories this year. Sheila: Female Songwriter of the Year. Joe & Sheila: Vocal Duo of the Year. They received an award in 2020 and they previously appeared live in 2019. They will be performing live at the ceremony after party in 2022.
