ioele

Joel DeJong, known musically as ioele, is a Seattle-based artist, composer, and creator of transformative sonic experiences. His work spans synths, EDM, pop, rock, and beyond, blending genres into powerful soundscapes that move both heart and body.

Music has been both a refuge and a source of renewal for Joel. Emerging through the challenges of the pandemic, he refined his craft and deepened his creative voice, weaving personal experience into resonant, emotional compositions.

His projects range from intimate reflections like Bells to collaborative works such as Hope Out Loud, which grew out of a school’s rebirth, and Skyhook, a soaring piece created with his son, Orion. These works embody Joel’s belief in music as both a personal expression and a shared journey.

At the core of Joel’s artistry is connection—between generations, within community, and across diverse sound traditions. As both an artist and a father, he sees music as a legacy that carries wisdom, joy, and resilience forward.

Through ioele, Joel continues to craft a sonic world that is expansive, heartfelt, and alive with possibility.