Story & Lesson Highlights with Joshua Mosley

We’re looking forward to introducing you to Joshua Mosley. Check out our conversation below.

Joshua, it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: What is a normal day like for you right now?
Most mornings start with prayer. That’s my reset. It’s how I get centered, grateful, and locked in before the world starts spinning. From there, I hit the gym. That combo of prayer and movement really anchors my day. It helps me clear my head, get focused, and step into the day with purpose and energy.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Joshua Mosley, a composer and producer working in film, television, and video games. My recent projects include Tyler Perry’s SISTAS for BET, the Emmy-nominated Netflix series My Dad The Bounty Hunter, and The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners for Skydance Interactive.

I come from a musical family, so storytelling through music has always been part of who I am. Whether I’m scoring for picture or producing songs with my brothers as part of our creative team, EL3VATORS, my goal is always to create something that connects emotionally and moves people.

Right now, I’m scoring a new series after just finishing a two-part movie called Friends and Lovers with director D’Angelo Proctor. I’m also continuing to grow my catalog and explore new collaborations that bridge cinematic scoring and contemporary music.

Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Before the world tried to define anything for me, I was a kid sitting at the piano in a house filled with music. I was the kid who got lost in melodies and motifs, sitting through end credits of movies just to hear the score. Someone who saw movies not just as entertainment but as entire worlds I wanted to step into.

I did not think about careers or expectations back then. I just followed what felt natural, chasing sounds that moved me and stories that stirred something in my spirit. Music wasn’t about achievement back then; it was about connection – to God, to people, to emotion.

That version of me is still at the center of everything I create today. The industry may have added structure and responsibility, but the heart of it is the same. I am still that kid who believed music was its own language.

What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me things that success never could. It slowed me down, taught me patience and humility, and showed me how to keep going even when nothing seems to be moving. It revealed who I am when the lights are off and the room gets quiet. And like a seed, I realized real growth often starts in dark, uncomfortable places.

Those seasons sharpened my faith and reminded me that progress usually happens long before the results show up. They made me more grateful, more intentional, and more aware of the people and moments that really matter.

Success can be loud, but suffering has a way of speaking truth. It taught me resilience, empathy, and how to stay rooted in purpose instead of chasing validation. Pain has a way of pulling out the most honest parts of you. And those lessons have shaped my music even more than the wins have.

Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
My closest friends would probably say that what matters most to me is my faith and my family. Those are the foundations of everything I do. They know how important it is to me to live with integrity, to protect my character, and to treat people with kindness and respect.

They’ve seen how intentional I am about growing a strong marriage, pouring into my children, and showing up for my loved ones. And they also know I’m not perfect. I don’t always hit the mark in these areas, but this is what I strive for every single day.

At the end of the day, relationships and who you are at your core matter far more to me than anything else, and I try to live that out the best I can.

Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I’m spending time in prayer and with God. That’s where I quiet everything down and feel centered again.

I also find a lot of peace when I’m with my family. We don’t have to be doing anything special. It could be going on walks with my kids, having movie nights, being at family gatherings, or going on a dates with my wife. Just being with them settles me.

And there’s a different kind of peace I feel when I sit at the piano and play simply for the joy of it, with no deadlines or expectations. That’s also one of my favorite places to breathe.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.joshuamosleymusic.com
• Instagram: @joshuamosleymusic
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarmosley/

Image Credits
Sakha Arianto