joël dilley
bassist/composer
 
press

“Dilley's bass playing is broad-toned, dexterous and harmonically advanced in a style slightly reminiscent of Miroslav Vitous but laced with an unmistakable touch of Texas soul.”–John Swenson, United Press International
 

A first-call master of acoustic and electric instruments,….his main love is jazz, a genre in which he excels as a player and composer…. His compositions showcase the talents and range of the band while leaving space for occasional brilliant bass solos."
—Jim Beal Jr., San Antonio Express-News
 

“Superb composing and arranging skills."–Mike Hood, The Current
 

“Ace bass man...versatile and accomplished...formidable talent...”–Jim Beal Jr., San Antonio Express-News
 

“Displays mind-boggling talent... Dilley’s accomplished style goes far beyond the range of my imagination.”–Shawn Barnell, Texas Chronicle
 

“The bass work is amazing. A must listen for all bassheads.”Michael Muńiz, The Recording Frank
 

Click here to read Brooke Palmer's review of Joël's collaboration with poet Li-Young Lee.
 

Click here to read Gilbert Garcia's article about Joël in The Current.
 

Click here to read Jim Beal Jr.'s article about Joël in The San Antonio Express-News.