Biography
Josh J. Searles, the visionary behind Ghost Orchid, has spent a lifetime honing his craft across various genres and instruments. A virtuoso guitarist, composer, and DJ, Searles has performed globally in solo concerts, duos, and electronic live sets. His dynamic range spans performances across Canada, the US, the UK, and Spain, including collaborations with renowned Brazilian guitarist and percussionist Celso Machado.
As Ghost Orchid, Searles draws on decades of musical experience from his past projects Daega Sound and Tamarak, where he produced and remixed an impressive catalogue of original works released on international labels such as Muti Music, Interchill, and Deep Heads. His music has graced the stages of iconic festivals like Mutek, Shambhala, and Bass Coast. At the same time, multiple releases, including the Hatched EP, have reached the Top 10 charts on Beatport and Junodownload.
In addition to his prolific music career, Searles has contributed scores to films that have premiered at the Vancouver International Film Festival. His work has also been featured in award-winning shorts like Ana Valine's “A Love Poem,” which won Best Experimental Film at Videobardo in Buenos Aires. His original compositions have also appeared in video productions and short films, such as Helen Haig-Brown's Pel'sic (Home Coming).
Searles holds a Master's degree in classical guitar performance from the prestigious University of Alicante, where he studied under world-renowned guitarists, including Grammy-winning David Russell, Manuel Barrueco, and Meng Su. This classical foundation, combined with his deep immersion in electronic production, forms the bedrock of Ghost Orchid’s innovative sound.
Ghost Orchid’s debut album promises to push the boundaries of modern composition, combining classical guitar's timeless beauty with the transformative possibilities of electronic music. Fans and new listeners alike can look forward to a groundbreaking release later this year.
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