Toronzo Cannon Unleashes Blues Brilliance with New Album, “Shut Up And Play!”
Chicago’s own Toronzo Cannon is set to drop his highly anticipated album, “Shut Up And Play!”, via Alligator Records on June 7, 2024. This third Alligator release from Cannon will be available on CD, yellow vinyl LP, and across all digital platforms. Renowned for his raw, truth-telling compositions and dynamic guitar prowess, Cannon stands at […]
Blues Rock Maestro Joe Bonamassa Announces Intimate Anvil Show
Fresh from two electrifying Royal Albert Hall gigs, Joe Bonamassa is set to ignite The Anvil in Basingstoke with a one-night-only spectacle on Saturday, June 15, 2024. This exclusive indoor concert is a rare treat following Joe’s headline slot at The Black Deer Festival the day before. Ticket Info: Planet Rock kicks off a 24-hour […]
Black Country Communion Unveils “Red Sun” Ahead of Album ‘V’
In an exciting development for rock and blues enthusiasts, Black Country Communion, the powerhouse supergroup comprising Glenn Hughes, Joe Bonamassa, Jason Bonham, and Derek Sherinian, has dropped “Red Sun,” the second single from their forthcoming fifth studio album, ‘V,’ set for release on June 14th. The track is available for streaming on all major platforms, […]
Freddie King to launch 3 albums
BGO Records announces the reissue of three landmark albums by blues guitar icon Freddie King, originally released on Shelter Records in the early 1970s. The albums “Getting Ready…,” “Texas Cannonball,” and “Woman Across The River” are set for a special reissue, digitally remastered and presented in a slipcased format with new liner notes. Produced by […]
oanne Shaw Taylor Ignites With Blues-Rocker “Devil In Me”
Blues-rock virtuoso Joanne Shaw Taylor is set to unveil “Devil In Me,” the electrifying latest single from her highly anticipated album, Heavy Soul, releasing on June 7th via Journeyman Records. Produced by the legendary Kevin Shirley, this track dives deep into the shadows of soul and blues, spotlighting Taylor’s gritty storytelling and mesmerizing guitar prowess. […]
THE COMMONERS release NEW SINGLE – “SEE YOU AGAIN”
Canadian roots and rock band The Commoners are set to release their latest single, “See You Again,” on Friday, April 12th. This heartfelt track is the fourth single from their upcoming album, Restless, due out on July 5th from Gypsy Soul Records (pre-orders available at www.thecommoners.ca/store). “See You Again” is now streaming on major platforms, […]
Joe Bonamassa – Royal Albert Hall, London – APR 2024
His slightly greying hairline is a minor detail that, nevertheless, details this revered journeyman’s continuing longevity as a world-class elite exponent of blues music. As a dedicated bluesman at heart, Joe Bonamassa’s fretboard(s) bled beautiful blue hued guitar notes throughout a masterful two-hour set. Words: Paul Davies Pictures: Supplied The rack of vintage guitars […]
GUITARIST MCKINLEY JAMES TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM ‘WORKING CLASS BLUES’
Cedric Burnside Unveils ‘Hill Country Love’ Album and Tour: Explore the Heart of Blues
Introducing ‘Hill Country Love,’ the eagerly awaited new album from Cedric Burnside, GRAMMY Award-winning artist signed to Provogue Records/Mascot Label Group. This album is more than a milestone in Burnside’s career; it’s a deeply personal journey into the heart of Hill Country Blues, weaving his family’s legacy with the raw essence of Northern Mississippi’s soulful […]
DOM MARTIN/DEMI MARRINER – Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh
On the inaugural night of his solo tour, Dom Martin graced the stage of the ornate Voodoo Rooms in Edinburgh, offering a soul-stirring solo performance that transcended mere entertainment to become a captivating journey through the realms of blues, folk, and heartfelt storytelling. Words: Colin Campbell Pictures: Scott Anderson This was a listening experience […]
