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 […]
ROBERT JON & THE WRECK live at Epic Studios – review
Live in NorwichWord: STEVE YOURGLIVCH PIX: Laurence Harvey There was an air of expectancy as the band strode onstage and then a surge of energy as the boys delivered the double whammy of Hold On and Dragging Me Down without pause. You already sensed Robert Jon and his band were in the mood. Jake Abernathie […]
SAMANTHA FISH ANNOUNCES VENUE UPGRADE AND SPECIAL GUESTS FOR UPCOMING UK TOUR
Due to overwhelming demand, Samantha Fish has upgraded her previously scheduled performance at O2 Academy 2 Oxford to the larger O2 Academy 1. The concert, taking place on Saturday 1 June 2025, is part of her eagerly awaited European tour and marks another milestone in her growing UK fanbase. With her concert at The Brook […]
Alastair Greene Returns to Europe with Headline UK Dates and Southern Hard Blues Tour
Ruf Records recording artist Alastair Greene is bringing his acclaimed blend of blues-rock and Southern grit to the UK and Europe this spring, with a run of headline UK dates followed by a full-throttle co-headline tour alongside French guitar sensation Laura Cox. Greene will visit the UK, Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands, showcasing his fiery […]
Joe Bonamassa Announces New Album “Breakthrough” Out July 18th
Blues-rock virtuoso Joe Bonamassa is ready to turn the page once again with the announcement of Breakthrough, his most adventurous and genre-blending studio album to date, set for release on July 18th via his own J&R Adventures. At the heart of the announcement is the release of the album’s powerful title track“Breakthrough” – a soulful, […]
Joe Bonamassa live review – Glasgow 2025
SEC Armadillo – Glasgow21/04/2025Words: Colin Campbell | Pictures: Ian Potter Joe Bonamassa’s performance at Glasgow’s SEC Armadillo on 21 April 2025 was a masterclass in blues-rock, but also much more, reaffirming his status as one of the genre’s most electrifying performers. This was the opening night of his current UK tour, and what a way […]
Larry McCray Announces New Album Heartbreak City and Drops Soulful Lead Single
Celebrated bluesman brings fire and soul to his boldest record yet Blues powerhouse Larry McCray is set to release his much-anticipated new album Heartbreak City on June 13, 2025 via KTBA Records, the label founded by Joe Bonamassa. To mark the announcement, McCray has unveiled the album’s lead single, “Bye Bye Blues”, a finger-snapping, soul-drenched […]
