Joe Morris

Joe Morris is an influential American guitarist, composer, and improviser known for his adventurous approach to jazz and free improvisation. Active since the late 1970s, Morris has carved a distinctive niche in the avant-garde scene with his intricate playing style, eschewing effects and distortion in favor of pure tone and complex phrasing. His work spans a wide range of formats, from solo guitar outings to larger ensemble pieces, consistently pushing boundaries and exploring new sonic territories.

Morris has collaborated with a Who’s Who of the experimental and free jazz world, including William Parker, Matthew Shipp, and Gerald Cleaver, and he’s known for championing creative expression through both performance and teaching. His recent releases—like The Art of the Improv Trio series and collaborations such as Jamie Saft Plays Joe Morris—highlight his commitment to spontaneous composition and collective improvisation. Whether performing or mentoring young musicians, Morris remains a vital figure in contemporary improvised music.

Related Artists Spotify Logo
John Zorn
Anthony Braxton
William Parker
Wadada Leo Smith
Evan Parker
Peter Brötzmann
Latest Release
undefined album image
EVERY DAY → ALL THE WAY
Ep - 5 Tracks - Released April 11, 2025
Collage of Genre Images

RecentMusic users are tracking Joe Morris and over 306,500 other artists to know when they release the new music.

Join them and feed your new music addiction, and add the artists you love!

Get Started