Joel Barnes, known as Joe L, a Kentucky native, is a songwriter and worship leader at The Shepherdâs Tent in Covington, Georgia. He not only has a passion for song writing, but also burns to teach and equip others with the tools needed to create and release their sound of authenticity. In April of 2020, Joe L, along side Maverick City released the song, âPromisesâ that reignited hope and reminded many of the faithfulness of God. He co-wrote the song with Carrington Gaines, Keila Alvarado Merin, Lemuel Marin, Dante Bowe, and Aaron Moses, and it was nominated for âGospel Worship Recorded Song of the Yearâ in the 2020 GMA Dove Awards. Other songs Joe L has co-written include âIn Spite of Meâ by Tasha Cobbs Leonard, âNot Holding Backâ by JJ Hairston, and âRuinsâ with Maverick City.
Joe L believes that every dreamer should find home and family. âEveryone has a seat at the table and deserves a nice pair of sneakers.â