Joseph Adamik (born 1972 in Chicago, IL) is a musician and composer best known for his involvement with the bands Califone and Iron & Wine.
Adamik joined Califone after the debut album Roomsound in 2000, playing many instruments on Quicksand/Cradlesnakes and went on to be a foundational member until 2013.
[1] Masserella and Adamik created a unique melodic approach with traditional drums and found objects such as chunks of metal.
Joe has performed at the Hungry Brain,[3] Beat Kitchen,[4] Old Town School of Folk Music,[5] and Constellation.
[6] Adamik has also performed from a young age with many jazz artists, most notably as a member of pianist Bob Dogan's trio and quintet.