Was on the Danny Bonaduce television show as a child.
Is of Polish and German Descent.
One of Joe's uncles, Joe Kelley was lead guitarist for Shadows Of Knight, known for their hit, "G-L-O-R-I-A".
Was hired by Ron Keel (of Steeler) as lead guitarist after being introduced by Mike Varney of Shrapnel Records, upon the release of "Blues For Drinkin' No. 9". Things never panned out due to Joe's family schedule.