body of work
written works
AN EDICT OF WORMS (coming soon)
Josh is currently writing An Edict Of Worms, the sequel to his sophomore novel Nevada.
THE JOKE THAT WE PLAY ON THE WORLD a memoir (2011)
The story of faith and madness that is the band Showbread. Made up of rants, insight, journal entries, unused lyrics, pictures and things so bizarre they can hardly be believed.
NEVADA a novel (2009)
When strange animals long thought to be extinct surface in the Mojave Desert, the world assumes a common fascination. One shocking discovery leads to another as the animals prove to be intelligent, charismatic creatures with sinister motives. A husband and wife recently parted by adultery, an enterprising sociopath and a thirty-year-old mentally handicapped man all become pivotal to the animals’ cryptic timetable. Each strangely connected character begins to realize they are caught up in a frightening force spiraling toward a bizarre state of authoritarianism. This frenetic story is a fast and immersive read told through letters, journal entries and news transcripts
THE SPINAL CORD PERCEPTION a novel (2006)
Porter’s 2006 debut is the candid yet hallucinatory story of a small town substitute teacher who is haunted by a small black monster from childhood through his downward spiral of an adult life. Equal parts black comedy, scathing satire, bleak horror and love story.
“THE BLACK MEAT” an ongoing comic book series from The Porter Brothers
To learn about the latest issues and buy The Black Meat CLICK HERE.
REMISSION an ongoing comic book series from The Porter Brothers
To learn about the latest issues and buy Remission CLICK HERE.
THE INSECT a children’s story (2008)
One insect goes through the greatest of lengths to show the love of his life exactly how loved she is.
OUT OF PRINT
music
DIES: “SCALENE”
The second solo record from Josh Dies is a poppy, new-wave sounding record with an ugly industrial stain.
BUY HERE or on Amazon mp3 and Itunes.
DIES: “AESTHETICS OF VIOLENCE”
The noisy, industrial, solo debut written, recorded and performed entirely by Josh Dies.
buy on Amazon mp3 and Itunes.
DIES: “Talons” EP
The second release from DIES features 3 new songs, 2 reimaginings of Showbread songs and a Sullivan cover.
OUT OF PRINT
SHOWBREAD: WHO CAN KNOW IT?
or buy on Showbread’s Web Store, AmazonMP3, Itunes
SHOWBREAD: THE FEAR OF GOD
IN STORES EVERYWHERE
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SHOWBREAD: ANOREXIA (part one of a two-part story)
IN STORES EVERYWHERE
or buy on Showbread’s Web Store, Amazon, Itunes, AmazonMP3
SHOWBREAD: NERVOSA (part two of a two-part story)
IN STORES EVERYWHERE
or buy on Showbread’s Web Store, Amazon, Itunes, AmazonMP3
SHOWBREAD: AGE OF REPTILES
IN STORES EVERYWHERE
or buy on Showbread’s Web Store, Amazon, Itunes, AmazonMP3
SHOWBREAD: NO SIR, NIHILISM IS NOT PRACTICAL
IN STORES EVERYWHERE
or buy on Showbread’s Web Store, Amazon, Itunes, AmazonMP3
visual
SHOWBREAD: NOTHING MATTERS ANYMORE
Documentary of Showbread’s 2009 “Nothing Matters Anymore” tour directed by The Porter Brothers.
HOW SHOWBREAD RUINED MY LIFE
Extensive documentary documenting the first six years of Showbread’s touring career, directed by The Porter Brothers.
read both novels and own both dies albums, as well as all showbread post 1999 . love it all, thank you josh dies for everything and thank god for your talent.
raw rock kills
michael b.
Josh you’re my hero, everything you do is a work of art. I hope you keep on being an artist that not only inspires me but others aswell. Thanks.
Hey Josh is the spinal cord perception ever going to be released for sale again? I’ve been watching the site about every day waiting on an update on that book.
hey! you rock and I love all ur music! Its so tight that ur an awesome Christian! Keep it up!
Raw Rock Kills!
Read Nevada and it blew my mind. The format was really different and set it apart. I have been loaning this and Spinal Cord to every friend that can read! looking forward to anything you’ll be putting out in the future!
i really love the spinal cord. and just ordes nevada. but many people have asked me where they can get the spinal cord. when will there be more to buy online? im also waiting for talons to be sold on cd online. instead of the download ep. it would be awesome to hear back. me and my fiance both will be praying for you guys.
Hey, just wanted to let you know that Josh is literally the most influential human being in my life, besides Christ of course, but that’s a totally different story. Since the first time I heard Mattathias Replaces Judas I have become an immensely stronger Christian. As time has gone by Showbread and Josh have helped me mold my life into a truer and purer Christian life. I recently read Nevada and was blown away. I will most definately be re-reading it shortly, even though I amidst full time work and 18 units in college. I consider it foundational for my faith! Thanks Josh for all the great things you do and that fact that you do not own the praise but pass it on to God!
Nevada reminded me of “The Final Battle” by C.S. Lewis……only more morbid(: . Huge fan of you work Josh.
Awesome. Loving it all!!
hey mr. porter.. i’m a big fan
you really rock.. We are both CHRISTian and i do admire you as a lead of a very cool band.. wish you’d visit Philippines too..
It was suggested I read The Spinal Cord Perception, and really really want to… but with it being out of print, how can I grab a copy? I know they are only sold here and on tour… and I really really need one!!! Help!
Love love love always.
Erica
I continue to be inspired by everything you do. You show such truth that needs to be exposed that its just…idk stunning. I’m an artist as well and i know that God has given us this gift for one to show God’s truth to society, through good and bad. Praying for you and the band. I love you guys.
Will you have any more copies of “How Showbread Ruined My Life”? I would really love to get a copy. Thank you.
Do you have any extra copies of How SHowbread Ruined My life Laying around? I would be more than willing to pay more than what its worth to help support the free tour.
Josh you are an artistic genious you have greatly inspired me in my works of poetry and i find inspiration in all of your works please dont give up on what you do