BM Blues News

With a discography of 10 studio albums and more than a decade of being revered as a global blues icon, DAN PATLANSKY has solidified his status as one of the most exceptional blues-based storytellers of his generation, earning legendary recognition worldwide. In 2024,...

On Friday, February 9, 2024, Alligator Records will release Naked Truth, the first-ever solo acoustic album from world-renowned Atlanta-based guitarist, vocalist and songwriter Tinsley Ellis. The new album is steeped in the folk blues traditions of Muddy Waters, Skip...

An 80th Birthday Concert For Bert Jansch.The Royal Festival Hall, 4/11/23Words: Paul Davies    Pictures: Anete LapsaThe blend of grandees and burgeoning folk talent mixed in perfect harmony to pay homage to one of this shore’s greatest folk troubadours, on what would...

Troy Redfern, a one-man army armed with a  guitar and an array of slide-based tracks, set the stage on fire at Oran Mor, Glasgow. Redfern's signature look, complete with rambler hat and loose vest, added to the allure as he skillfully manoeuvred through a set that...

It’s always such a joy to go to this Festival it just gets better with age. This year was no exception. The organisation is slick, with a stage crew that defies belief how quickly the work in tandem.Words & Pictures: Colin Campbell    This a feature of all members...

Kenny Wayne Shepherd has officially unveiled his highly anticipated studio album, 'Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol. 1,' marking a significant moment in his musical journey. The five-time Grammy-nominated guitarist's latest release is now available for purchase and streaming...

Selwyn Birchwood's album "Exorcist," the latest release from Alligator Records, has been honored with the Quarterly German Record Critics' Award. As per the Critics' association, "The Quarterly Critic’s Choice recognizes the best and most captivating new releases of...

British blues-rock virtuoso Joanne Shaw Taylor adds a sultry twist to her repertoire with the release of "Wild Love," the latest single from her eagerly anticipated album, due out next year. Brimming with bluesy undertones and an infectious energy, the track showcases...

British Blues rock guitar prodigy Joanne Shaw Taylor is pleased to announce ten UK concerts in February 2024. Planet Rock will start a 48-hour ticket pre-sale at 10am GMT on Wednesday 15 November via Planetrock.com. Tickets will then go on general sale at 10am on...

British slide guitarist and singer songwriter, Troy Redfern is pleased to announce the release of his new single Getaway.  It’s the second single taken from his forthcoming 2024 studio album Invocation. Getaway is released on Wednesday 25th October and is available on...