My name is Joe. I produce music for a living and have toured the country playing drums, piano, guitar, and singing. My skills as a multi-instrumentalist, producer and engineer have earned me a solid reputation and client base in the Northwest. I'm in the process of getting established in Oakland, CA after moving from my home in Washington.

While living in Washington, I ran a recording studio for about 5 years and worked on over 50 LPs, EPs, and demos. My work has been featured on Fox Television, Starbucks® stores nationwide, as well as numerous film/documentary soundtracks.

Here are some nice things people have said about me:

"He's such a brilliant musician, aside from being a great producer."
- The Side Project, 95.3 KYRS Radio Interview

"The technical quality of the recording is nothing short of magnificent and showcases Varela's work behind the mixing board."
- The Spokesman Review

"...he is considered one of the finest engineers in the area and is one of the most sought-after Pro Tools wizards we have."
- Lilac City Nightlife

"...One of the most beautifully recorded albums to come out of Spokane in a while."
- Out There

"Joe Varela is money. ...I'm not talking about being a 'star' as in lights, camera, action, but rather real, human, radiance – the kind that shines no matter if it's day or night and shares it with anyone who comes within range."
- Spokane 7

"You still bring things out of me musically that I didn't know I had. ...My respect for you as a musician and a producer is pretty set in stone."
- Matthew Lindley (Portland-based singer/songwriter)