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L.J. Polmateer outside the Moses Lake Taproom, where he performed on Friday. Polmateer said that, while he knows he isn't likely to get rich because of music, he loves performing and entertaining the people of the Basin.

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Spreading love
March 15, 2023 1:30 a.m.

Spreading love

Local musician looks to ensure his passion for music is contagious

MOSES LAKE — For L.J. Polmateer, music is a labor of love. “I love playing music. I love taking care of my family, and what got me into music was the message of love,” Polmateer said. “I like trying to spread that message of love.” A guitarist, Polmateer has been playing his reggae-flavored music in and around Moses Lake both as a solo artist and as part of One Solution with percussionist Cotey Fondren for about 12 years now, keeping busy as he raises his family and works full-time during the days on RVs...