Joe Holmes is an American Hard Rock and Heavy Metal musician, best known for his work as a touring guitarist for David Lee Roth and Ozzy Osbourne. He began playing guitar at the age of 9, and would later become a student of guitar legend Randy Rhoads.

In December of 2024 Holmes released "Cross Eyed Stare", the first single from his self-titled album. The record, written by Holmes and collaborator Brent Hoffort, showcases his musical bond with Robert Trujillo (Metallica) and Mike Bordin (Faith No More) from the Ozzy Osbourne band, with vocalist Robert Locke rounding out the group. Both of Holmes' solo records were co-produced with Rich Mouser, and were recorded and engineered by Mouser at the Mouse House in Altadena, CA.