| In high school, he was in a band called the Q Tips alongside Mark McGrath. A year out of college, he formed a record label and signed McGrath's new group Shrinky Dinx, which l |
| Was nicknamed McG by his family so he wouldn't be confused with his uncle or grandfather, both named Joe. |
| Shared a house with the members of Sugar Ray, produced their debut album and shot their first music video. |
| Has directed more than 50 music videos for a variety of artists, including Barenaked Ladies, Cypress Hill, Everclear, Wyclef Jean, Korn, the Offspring and Smashmouth. |