# Event Details - **Event Name**: Josh Rouse - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 09:30 pm (-08:00) - **Event Description**: Hailed by NPR as “one of contemporary music’s most engaging singer-songwriters,” Josh Rouse is on tour with his new albumAbout this Event21+ | Bar opens 6:30 pm. Happy hour 6:30 – 7 pm. Show starts 7:30 pm.Two-drink minimum per guest. Come early for happy hour specials!Hailed by NPR as “one of contemporary music’s most engaging singer-songwriters,” Josh Rouse first emerged with his stunning 1998 debut, Dressed Up Like Nebraska, which Billboard proclaimed a “dark horse gem.” In the years to come, he would continue to refine his warm, ruminative sound, releasing thirteen more critically acclaimed albums, performing everywhere from Glastonbury to Massey Hall, and taking home a prestigious Goya Award (the Spanish equivalent of an Oscar) for his song "Do You Really Want To Be In Love." Josh will be releasing his 15th album, Museums and Women, in the fall of 2026.Performing live at Almost Famous Wine Lounge, an award-winning tasting room and world-class music venue located in the heart of Livermore's urban wine, spirits and brewery district.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4sN-wQbtA4https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kadddq4HPcEABOUT JOSH ROUSEKnown for his introspective folk-pop and worldly perspective, Josh Rouse has built a reputation as a critically acclaimed and perennially reliable singer/songwriter.Born in Nebraska, Josh Rouse moved to various cities throughout his childhood and subsequent musical career, driven at first by his father's military career and later by his desire to take inspiration from different environments. He paid tribute to his birthplace on his 1998 debut, Dressed Up Like Nebraska, and later explored the influence of his adopted home state, Tennessee, with 2005's Nashville. Josh later settled in Spain, where his music cycled through various influences from the light Spanish touch of 2010's El Turista to the synth-driven pop of 2018's Love in the Modern Age. He returned to a stripped-down rootsy brand of indie rock for 2022's Going Places.As a child, he spent time in California, Utah, Wyoming, Nebraska, South Dakota, Georgia, and Arizona. Music was one of the few constants in a life filled with new towns, new schools, and new friends, and he took comfort in bands like The Smiths and The Cure. After receiving several guitar lessons from his uncle, Josh began writing songs as an 18-year-old and molded himself into a skilled composer, eventually scoring a contract with Rykodisc subsidiary Slow River . His debut album, Dressed Up Like Nebraska, was released in 1998 to widespread critical acclaim. He pulled up stakes shortly thereafter and resettled in Nashville, where he was befriended by Kurt Wagner, frontman of the chamber country group Lambchop. The two began writing together and issued a collaborative EP, Chester, in the fall of 1999.Josh’s second solo record, Home, appeared the following spring and was followed by Under Cold Blue Stars in 2002. He then launched a partnership with producer Brad Jones and the resulting album, 1972, was both an homage to the soft rock sounds of Rouse’s youth and a deepening of his sound. Before the release of his next album, however, Josh's marriage ended, and he moved from Nashville to Spain. Released in 2005, Nashville served as a farewell to both the city and his marriage; it was also his most fully realized record to date, featuring Brad Jones' lush production and Josh's poignant, nostalgic lyrics.Once in Spain, Josh settled in the small seaside town of Puerto de Santa Maria and began writing songs shaped by his new surroundings. Brad Jones eventually flew into town, and the two captured a relaxed and intimate vibe on 2006's Subtitulo. After the release of two EPs (Bedroom Classics, Vol. 2 and She's Spanish, I'm American, the latter of which was recorded with Josh's future wife, artist Paz Suay), he chose to handle his own production for 2007's Country Mouse, City House, and relocated to Valencia's Mediterranean coast.Josh's eighth studio album, El Turista, was released in 2010, a full five years after his relocation to Spain. Living abroad for half-a-decade had left an indelible mark on the songwriter, who sang several of the album's tracks in Spanish. Ironically, the bulk of El Turista was recorded in Nashville with Brad Jones, a move that only strengthened the globe-trotting appeal of Josh's songwriting.For the 2011 release, Josh Rouse & the Long Vacations, the singer/songwriter drew from the AM radio sounds he grew up with, as well as present-day influences from his adopted home of Spain. His next album, 2013's The Happiness Waltz, jettisoned all the Spanish influences and returned to the sound of his early-2000s albums. After tumbling into depression and questioning many of his life choices, Josh went into therapy, and his experiences informed his 2015 release The Embers of Time, which he described with tongue in cheek as "my surreal ex-pat therapy record."Taking a different tack altogether, his next release bore the influences of thoughtful '80s pop acts like The Style Council, The Blue Nile, and Prefab Sprout. Lusher and lighter in touch than Embers, 2018's Love in the Modern Age favored warm synths over acoustic guitar and bore a distinctive New Romantic flavor. 2019 saw the release of Josh's first holiday album, a collection of original Yuletide songs titled The Holiday Sounds of Josh Rouse. During the global pandemic in 2020, he began work on a new album, recording himself at home. He intended to create a set of stripped-down, low-key rock songs to play at a local club run by some of his Spanish bandmates. Released in July 2022, Going Places had a pleasantly loose, organic vibe consisting largely of his electric guitar and a punchy rhythm section.Josh will be releasing his 15th album, Museums and Women, in the fall of 2026. ~ Andrew Leahey, RoviVENUE POLICIESAll shows are 21+, unless otherwise stated. Set times and ticket prices are subject to change.This is a cashless venue. We accept all major credit and debit cards.There is a two drink minimum per guest. Our menu has 15 wines in diverse styles and sophisticated non-alcoholic options. No outside beverages are allowed.Outside food is welcome. Food trucks are available most nights around Vasco Row, steps away from our venue. Check www.vascorow.com and www.altamontbeerworks.com for the schedule.Dancing is encouraged at Almost Famous, and usually takes place in front of the stage. Therefore, we cannot guarantee a completely unobstructed view to those sitting at bistro tables.Please visit www.almostfamous.wine for our other venue policies. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/livermore/josh-rouse/100001994313843391 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, performances, live-music, holiday, food-drinks, art, wine-tasting - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - door_time: 2026-11-19T02:30:00Z - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Almost Famous Wine Lounge - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 23.18, max: 33.85, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Livermore - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Almost Famous Wine Lounge - **lat**: 37.6760742 - **long**: -121.7193931 - **full address**: Almost Famous Wine Lounge, 2271 S. Vasco, Livermore, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Josh Rouse - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/14d3e0ee29b6da56417d96e5921e833bfd8287d2c2358d0c1740a932c648cce5-rimg-w1200-h900-dce8e8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1784713845 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Josh Rouse being held? - **A:** Josh Rouse takes place on Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 18 Nov, 2026 at 09:30 pm at Almost Famous Wine Lounge, 2271 S. Vasco, Livermore, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for Josh Rouse? - **A:** Josh Rouse is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing Josh Rouse? - **A:** Josh Rouse is organized by Almost Famous Wine Company. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Almost Famous Wine Company's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Almost Famous Wine Company a rating of 4.33/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Almost Famous Wine Company has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Josh Rouse is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Livermore, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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