Chris Quinn 2021 Acoustic Masterclass
Over the past two decades acoustic guitarist and songwriter Chris Quinn has made a great name for himself in the world of folk, blues, jazz and acoustic music. His performances have been described by fellow musicians as “a masterclass in the acoustic guitar”, his songs have been critically acclaimed in publications such as Acoustic Magazine […]
Gary Moore releases new album: How Blue Can You Get
Provogue will be releasing a new album, featuring previously unreleased material, from the iconic blues-rock master Gary Moore. How Blue Can You Get will be released on 30 April. This month marks ten years since the tragic passing of the iconic Northern Irish musician and singer-songwriter. He left behind, not only an incredibly formidable back […]
New music video from Layla Zoe – Nowhere Left to Go
It has been a while since Canada’s “darling of the blues” released a new music video, but coupled with the release of the title track from her new album “Nowhere left to go”, the self-produced new video (directed by Christiaan Kanis) was worth the wait in 2020. Filmed in Eindhoven, in the Netherlands, and dedicated […]
BLUES MASTER CHRIS CAIN TO RELEASE “RAISIN’ CAIN”, ON APRIL 9
World-renowned blues guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Chris Cain will release his Alligator Records debut album, Raisin’ Cain, on Friday, April 9, 2021. The album features 12 originals, each showcasing Cain’s fiery musicianship and deft, memorable songwriting skills. According to Cain, who recently received two Blues Music Award nominations (for Contemporary Blues Male Artist Of The […]
Free online blues event announced by Blues Matters
Blues Matters is delighted to be hosting a special evening of blues music this February. On Friday 26th February 2021 you can tune into the Blues Matters Facebook page for a free 2 hour session of music from the bands and artists that should have been playing live for you at the Skegness festival […]
Andrew Riverstone releases his fourth album
ARIELLE PREMIERES MUSIC VIDEO FOR NEW SINGLE – PEACE OF MIND
Photo by Caitlin Brady Today, American guitarist and singer songwriter “Arielle” has premiered the music video for her new single “Peace Of Mind.” The video is available to watch on YouTube and Arielle’s social platforms. The single is taken from Arielle’s new album ‘Analog Girl In A Digital World’ released Friday 7th May 2021. Spotify […]
Redfish to release live EP: ‘Songs from the Fire Station’
Words: Colin Campbell Pictures: Supplied On Valentine’s Day, 14th February, UK-based rhythm and blues band Redfish release ‘Songs from the Fire Station’. This is a new four track E.P. comprising four fan favourites. It was recorded live and without overdubs at the Old Fire Station where, pre-pandemic they had a popular monthly residency at […]
Jed Potts & The Hillman Hunters new single release: Swashbucklin’
Brazilian blues band Bebop Blues debuts their new record, “Stray Cat”
Last year the quartet launched a daring album that walks the fine line between modern blues music, jazz and funk. When asked about the album, guitarist and songwriter Fernando Poiana says that “the record is full of stories of people who try to bend the circumstances only to discover that they can’t do it so […]
