SAMANTHA FISH: The Arts Club, Liverpool – Friday 30th May. Live review
Support: Troy Redfern, main image by Tomas Adam This was a night of firsts for me — I had never seen either Samantha Fish or Troy Redfern perform live before. Safe to say, both artists delivered in style. Opening the show was slide-guitar powerhouse Troy Redfern, joined only by his drummer. Performing as a duo […]
Samantha Fish Announces Special Guests for Upcoming UK Tour Dates
Critically acclaimed American guitarist and vocalist Samantha Fish has confirmed the special guests for her highly anticipated UK dates this spring. Joining her at the Arts Club Liverpool (May 30), The Brook in Southampton (May 31), and O2 Academy Oxford (June 1) will be none other than British slide guitar maverick Troy Redfern. Meanwhile, blues-rockers […]
Robin Trower – Shepherds Bush Empire, London
21/05/25 Robin strummed into the Shepherds Bush hood to deliver his inimitable Trower power to his hardcore fanbase who faithfully flocked to this venue by its ancient green. A crystal clear sound mix enabled this power trio to dynamically showcase a set list of old favourites and contemporary compositions. If Hendrix and Cream combined in […]
Orianthi Announces Bold New Album ‘Some Kind of Feeling’ and Drops Searing Single ‘Attention’
Australian-born, globally celebrated guitarist and singer-songwriter Orianthi is gearing up to release her brand-new studio album Some Kind of Feeling via Woodward Avenue Records. The album will be available digitally on June 27, on CD from August 15, and on vinyl from September 19, and is now available to pre-order at orcd.co/OrianthiSKOF. The record features […]
Jerron Paxton Brings Tradition to Life on Stage and Record
US blues and roots sensation Jerron Paxton is nearing the end of a successful UK tour, having already won over audiences up and down the country. A recent appearance on Later… with Jools Holland introduced him to an even wider audience, where his captivating performance drew widespread acclaim. Blues Matters has followed Paxton’s journey closely […]
Connor Selby Announces September UK Tour
Tour Follows New Single “Someone” and MOJO Acclaimed Album Following the release of his deeply moving new single Someone, acclaimed UK singer-songwriter Connor Selby has announced a run of headline tour dates for September 2025. The tour will see him perform across the UK, beginning on 17 September at The Witham in Barnard Castle and […]
Chicago Dominates the Blues Music Awards 2025
This year’s Blues Music Awards (BMAs) saw a powerful showing from Chicago’s blues elite, with several hometown heroes taking home top honours. Held in Memphis, the prestigious ceremony brought together blues artists from across the globe — but it was Chicago that truly stole the spotlight. Ronnie Baker Brooks led the night with a remarkable […]
Mark Morton Releases New Music Video for “Dust” Featuring Cody Jinks and Grace Bowers
Mark Morton, renowned guitarist and songwriter for the five-time Grammy-nominated, gold-selling metal band Lamb of God, has unveiled the official music video for “Dust”, one of the standout tracks from his second solo album Without The Pain. The video, which offers fans a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the studio, highlights the powerful collaboration between Morton, […]
Bywater Call Release First Live Single “Sunshine” Ahead of UK Headline Tour
Canadian roots, rock, and soul powerhouse Bywater Call are excited to kick off 2025 with their brand-new single “Sunshine (Live)”, released Friday, May 9. This track marks the band’s first official live release and offers fans an early taste of their upcoming live album set to arrive later this year. The single is available now […]
DOM MARTIN – LIVE AT THE PHILHARMONIC MUSIC ROOMS, LIVERPOOL – 2nd MAY
WORDS: Stephen Harrison PIX: Julie Harrison Over the past couple of years, I’ve been fortunate enough to witness the incredible Dom Martin live on several occasions. And honestly, each time I see him perform, he seems to reach new heights. So, saying I was looking forward to this gig at The Philharmonic Music Rooms would […]
