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Home to the musical articles, reviews and promotional features by
Ross Muir
Freelance Music Writer, Music Promotion & PR
"Putting the Words to the Music"
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Contributing writer & reviewer: Nelson McFarlane
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Welcome to FabricationsHQ
Home to the musical articles, reviews and promotional features by
Ross Muir
Freelance Music Writer, Music Promotion & PR
"Putting the Words to the Music"
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Contributing writer & reviewer: Nelson McFarlane
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Muirsical Thoughts, Muirsical News
Contemporary hard rockers This House We Built have released their modern twist on the classic track You're The Voice, featuring Danny Vaughn of Tyketto
Of the cover, the band’s lead vocalist & guitarist says “I always loved this track growing up, and performing it live at acoustic shows was a hit. With producer Dave Boothroyd's input, we put our own mark on the song, and adding Danny Vaughn's vocals took it to the next level."
The release of the track coincides with This House We Built’s support on Tyketto’s Winter Tour dates of the UK (see dates furtehr below).
The band also supported Danny Vaughn acoustically last year on Vaughn’s solo acoustic tour.
Of the cover, the band’s lead vocalist & guitarist says “I always loved this track growing up, and performing it live at acoustic shows was a hit. With producer Dave Boothroyd's input, we put our own mark on the song, and adding Danny Vaughn's vocals took it to the next level."
The release of the track coincides with This House We Built’s support on Tyketto’s Winter Tour dates of the UK (see dates furtehr below).
The band also supported Danny Vaughn acoustically last year on Vaughn’s solo acoustic tour.
"I consider This House We Built to be the UK's best new rock band to come along in a very long time.
I love how they have respectfully recrafted the sound of You're The Voice to suit their more modern edge while at the same time, staying true to the power and message of the original – it's also the perfect time to revisit the message of this song." - Dany Vaughn
The band lineup for the recording includes Scott Wardell (vocals & lead guitar), Andy Jackson (guitar & vocals), Wayne Downes-White (bass & vocals), Lee Oz Ward (drums & vocals), and Danny Vaughn (vocals).
The current lineup of This House We Built features Wardell, Jackson, Wayne Downes-White and Chris Mayes (drums & vocals).
This House We Built - end of year tour dates
November 28th – Nightrain, Bradford (supporting Tyketto)
November 30th - Queens Hal, Nuneaton (supporting Tyketto)
December 1st - Planet Rockstock, Trecco Bay, South Wales
December 2nd – Yardbirds, Grimsby (supporting Tyketto)
December 3rd - The Waterloo, Blackpool (supporting Tyketto)
December 21st - Trillians Rock Bar, Newcastle
'You're The Voice' is available now on all digital platforms.
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I love how they have respectfully recrafted the sound of You're The Voice to suit their more modern edge while at the same time, staying true to the power and message of the original – it's also the perfect time to revisit the message of this song." - Dany Vaughn
The band lineup for the recording includes Scott Wardell (vocals & lead guitar), Andy Jackson (guitar & vocals), Wayne Downes-White (bass & vocals), Lee Oz Ward (drums & vocals), and Danny Vaughn (vocals).
The current lineup of This House We Built features Wardell, Jackson, Wayne Downes-White and Chris Mayes (drums & vocals).
This House We Built - end of year tour dates
November 28th – Nightrain, Bradford (supporting Tyketto)
November 30th - Queens Hal, Nuneaton (supporting Tyketto)
December 1st - Planet Rockstock, Trecco Bay, South Wales
December 2nd – Yardbirds, Grimsby (supporting Tyketto)
December 3rd - The Waterloo, Blackpool (supporting Tyketto)
December 21st - Trillians Rock Bar, Newcastle
'You're The Voice' is available now on all digital platforms.
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Smokey voiced, award-winning songstress Elles Bailey has released a brand new single entitled 'Lean On My Love.'
The song, like previous single 'Mumma and Me,' will feature on Bailey’s forthcoming EP The Night Owl and the Lark, scheduled for release on 23rd February 2024.
The song, a soulful, gospel-tinged slice of prime Elles Bailey, showcasing the smoky richness of her vocals, accompanied by a tight-knit studio band (the groove-infused talents of Redtenbacher’s Funkestra) and enhanced by backing vocals from Kim Keyes.
The official video for the song was filmed in 2020, during social distancing, whilst Elles was pregnant.
The song, like previous single 'Mumma and Me,' will feature on Bailey’s forthcoming EP The Night Owl and the Lark, scheduled for release on 23rd February 2024.
The song, a soulful, gospel-tinged slice of prime Elles Bailey, showcasing the smoky richness of her vocals, accompanied by a tight-knit studio band (the groove-infused talents of Redtenbacher’s Funkestra) and enhanced by backing vocals from Kim Keyes.
The official video for the song was filmed in 2020, during social distancing, whilst Elles was pregnant.
Photo by Laura Schneider
Regarding the origins of the new single, Elles explains:
"During 'lockdown season one' as I like to call it, a writer from America (Mike Morgan) reached out to me and said he had a bunch of lyrics he’d written with his co-writers and would I like to put some music to them.
"I was intrigued; I had never worked as a writer in this way before, but as I had a lot of time on my hands I asked him to send them over to me and I was really drawn to the lyrics of 'Lean on my Love'.
So, for the first time ever, I sat down and composed the music and melody, inspired by reading the lyrics, which I only edited a little bit.
"It’s the one and only time I’ve ever worked like this and it was a really interesting experience. To this day I have not met any of the lyrical writers, however Mike and I talk a lot via email!"
Elles' studio band for the single includes Stefan Redtenbacher on bass, Tony Remy on guitar, Ross Stanley on Hammond & piano, Mike Sturgis on drums and Kim Keyes on backing vocals.
'Lean On My Love' is out now on all digital platforms:
https://earache.lnk.to/Leanonmylove
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"During 'lockdown season one' as I like to call it, a writer from America (Mike Morgan) reached out to me and said he had a bunch of lyrics he’d written with his co-writers and would I like to put some music to them.
"I was intrigued; I had never worked as a writer in this way before, but as I had a lot of time on my hands I asked him to send them over to me and I was really drawn to the lyrics of 'Lean on my Love'.
So, for the first time ever, I sat down and composed the music and melody, inspired by reading the lyrics, which I only edited a little bit.
"It’s the one and only time I’ve ever worked like this and it was a really interesting experience. To this day I have not met any of the lyrical writers, however Mike and I talk a lot via email!"
Elles' studio band for the single includes Stefan Redtenbacher on bass, Tony Remy on guitar, Ross Stanley on Hammond & piano, Mike Sturgis on drums and Kim Keyes on backing vocals.
'Lean On My Love' is out now on all digital platforms:
https://earache.lnk.to/Leanonmylove
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Award-winning South African blues-rock guitarist Dan Patlansky has released a brand new single entitled 'Who I Am.'
The song, a lyrically introspective, groove-driven mid-tempo rock-blues about "rediscovering who I am as an artist and human being", is the lead-off single from Patlansky’s forthcoming new studio album, Movin’ On, which will be released on 1st March 2024.
Following its release, Dan Patlansky will return to UK shores in April to support the album with an eight date headline tour (see dates further below).
Stream 'Who I Am' here: https://danpatlansky.lnk.to/WhoIAm
Pre-Save on streaming Movin’ On here: https://danpatlansky.lnk.to/MovinOn
The song, a lyrically introspective, groove-driven mid-tempo rock-blues about "rediscovering who I am as an artist and human being", is the lead-off single from Patlansky’s forthcoming new studio album, Movin’ On, which will be released on 1st March 2024.
Following its release, Dan Patlansky will return to UK shores in April to support the album with an eight date headline tour (see dates further below).
Stream 'Who I Am' here: https://danpatlansky.lnk.to/WhoIAm
Pre-Save on streaming Movin’ On here: https://danpatlansky.lnk.to/MovinOn
Movin’ On follows Shelter Of Bones, which was voted #2 Best Blues Rock Album of 2022 by Blues Rock Review USA.
While Shelter Of Bones was his most all-encompassing release to that point, Movin’ On is, as Patlansky states, his "most honest and raw offering to date."
It’s also a departure from his prior work in terms of the creative process and approach - consciously choosing not to rely primarily on his own solo writing but to collaborate as a writing trio with his bandmates Andy Maritz (drums, vocals) and Greg Van Kerkhof (bass, vocal), who Patlansky describes as exceptional songwriters.
The album was produced by Dan Patlansky and Andy Maritz and recorded at Maritz’s studio in Johannesburg, South Africa; Patlansky chose Maritz as co-producer because he understood and shared his vision for the new record and was willing to record the new material according to his desired perspective.
"Movin’ On is all about going back to my roots musically; playing and writing music that I love the most. The older I get, the more important it is for me to play what I truly believe in."
The album also focusses on delivering a sound that’s as authentic as a live performance, with as little polish and editing as possible.
"My new record is a true representation of myself as an artist, and more importantly - the way I want to be known as an artist," continues Patlansky. "Rediscovering myself, remembering what makes me tick musically, and leaving the past far behind are all themes throughout the album. I wanted to make music that I love without worrying about commercial ideals.
I am extremely excited for everyone to hear the new album! I am exceptionally proud of the songs, production and everyone that performed on the record! Fans can look forward to an honest, powerful and filthy (the good kind) record with great songs packaged in an old-school production!"
While Shelter Of Bones was his most all-encompassing release to that point, Movin’ On is, as Patlansky states, his "most honest and raw offering to date."
It’s also a departure from his prior work in terms of the creative process and approach - consciously choosing not to rely primarily on his own solo writing but to collaborate as a writing trio with his bandmates Andy Maritz (drums, vocals) and Greg Van Kerkhof (bass, vocal), who Patlansky describes as exceptional songwriters.
The album was produced by Dan Patlansky and Andy Maritz and recorded at Maritz’s studio in Johannesburg, South Africa; Patlansky chose Maritz as co-producer because he understood and shared his vision for the new record and was willing to record the new material according to his desired perspective.
"Movin’ On is all about going back to my roots musically; playing and writing music that I love the most. The older I get, the more important it is for me to play what I truly believe in."
The album also focusses on delivering a sound that’s as authentic as a live performance, with as little polish and editing as possible.
"My new record is a true representation of myself as an artist, and more importantly - the way I want to be known as an artist," continues Patlansky. "Rediscovering myself, remembering what makes me tick musically, and leaving the past far behind are all themes throughout the album. I wanted to make music that I love without worrying about commercial ideals.
I am extremely excited for everyone to hear the new album! I am exceptionally proud of the songs, production and everyone that performed on the record! Fans can look forward to an honest, powerful and filthy (the good kind) record with great songs packaged in an old-school production!"
Movin’ On will be available on Digipack CD, 180g Vinyl, Download and Streaming.
(Details for CD and Vinyl pre-orders will be released in due course).
Dan Patlansky - UK Headline Tour April 2024
(Tickets on sale now at links below and www.danpatlansky.com )
Friday 5th April - The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3MYuIb7
Saturday 6th April - The Cluny, Newcastle
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3Rb8XHD
Sunday 7th April - Oran Mór, Glasgow
Bookings: https://bit.ly/47wRGyw
Wednesday 10th April - The Globe, Cardiff
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3uxohFO
Thursday 11th April - The Robin, Wolverhampton
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3Gde7N2
Friday 12th April - The Arch, Brighton
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3sNZKeV
Saturday 13th April - Nells, London
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3SURF2L
Tuesday 16th April - The 1865, Southampton
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3QUIa0X
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(Details for CD and Vinyl pre-orders will be released in due course).
Dan Patlansky - UK Headline Tour April 2024
(Tickets on sale now at links below and www.danpatlansky.com )
Friday 5th April - The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3MYuIb7
Saturday 6th April - The Cluny, Newcastle
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3Rb8XHD
Sunday 7th April - Oran Mór, Glasgow
Bookings: https://bit.ly/47wRGyw
Wednesday 10th April - The Globe, Cardiff
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3uxohFO
Thursday 11th April - The Robin, Wolverhampton
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3Gde7N2
Friday 12th April - The Arch, Brighton
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3sNZKeV
Saturday 13th April - Nells, London
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3SURF2L
Tuesday 16th April - The 1865, Southampton
Bookings: https://bit.ly/3QUIa0X
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Conquest Music has announced a special treat for fans of the late and great Bernie Marsden ahead of the official release of his highly anticipated, posthumously released final album, Working Man.
The second single to be lifted from the new album, 'Bad Reputation,' will be released on all digital platforms on Friday 24th November.
The single, which can be pre-saved to Spotify or Apple Music here, features a classic "Bernie Blues" riff, confirming he was at the peak of his powers to the very end.
The treat added to the release is that the 3-track digital single doesn’t just offer a sneak peek of what’s to come on Working Man.
The other two tracks, a delightful Americana folk/ acoustic arrangement of Whitesnake classic ''Til The Day I Die' and a lovely blues-soulful instrumental entitled 'Foolish Day,' are lifted from the limited edition bonus disc that will accompany the first pressing of the album.
The second single to be lifted from the new album, 'Bad Reputation,' will be released on all digital platforms on Friday 24th November.
The single, which can be pre-saved to Spotify or Apple Music here, features a classic "Bernie Blues" riff, confirming he was at the peak of his powers to the very end.
The treat added to the release is that the 3-track digital single doesn’t just offer a sneak peek of what’s to come on Working Man.
The other two tracks, a delightful Americana folk/ acoustic arrangement of Whitesnake classic ''Til The Day I Die' and a lovely blues-soulful instrumental entitled 'Foolish Day,' are lifted from the limited edition bonus disc that will accompany the first pressing of the album.
Working Man, Bernie Marsden's final album, has, due to unavoidable production and supply issues, been pushed back to a release date of December 8th; Conquest Music hope that being able to access three more tracks from the album & bonus disc is some slight compensation for the delay.
Fans can secure their copy of Working Man, and enjoy additional perks, by pre-ordering the album, which comes with special Bernie Marsden collector's cards on both the Vinyl & CD formats.
As an added bonus, pre-orders also enter fans into a draw for a chance to win one of five signed lithographic prints. Order now at https://berniemarsden.tmstor.es/
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Fans can secure their copy of Working Man, and enjoy additional perks, by pre-ordering the album, which comes with special Bernie Marsden collector's cards on both the Vinyl & CD formats.
As an added bonus, pre-orders also enter fans into a draw for a chance to win one of five signed lithographic prints. Order now at https://berniemarsden.tmstor.es/
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New British rock band Silveroller, featuring guitarist Aaron Keylock, will release a brand new single on December 1st.
Entitled 'Come On Come In' and issued on Golden Robot Records, the heartfelt heavy soul-blues number follows on from previous single, the high energy rock and roll of 'Hold.'
Pre-save the new single here.
Of the new single, front man Jonnie Hodson says:
"Come On, Come In is a song about the survival of despair. The moments we have to reach deep within ourselves to keep going through hard times, when nothing around us seems to make sense.
Everyone has had moments when, just when you think it can't get any worse, out if nowhere, it suddenly does. I don't think we are always 'stronger' for those times either. Sometimes it takes time and effort to dust yourself down, pick yourself up and face it all again. Come On, Come In is the acknowledgement of hard times and a celebration of the survival - come on, come in, out of the rain."
Entitled 'Come On Come In' and issued on Golden Robot Records, the heartfelt heavy soul-blues number follows on from previous single, the high energy rock and roll of 'Hold.'
Pre-save the new single here.
Of the new single, front man Jonnie Hodson says:
"Come On, Come In is a song about the survival of despair. The moments we have to reach deep within ourselves to keep going through hard times, when nothing around us seems to make sense.
Everyone has had moments when, just when you think it can't get any worse, out if nowhere, it suddenly does. I don't think we are always 'stronger' for those times either. Sometimes it takes time and effort to dust yourself down, pick yourself up and face it all again. Come On, Come In is the acknowledgement of hard times and a celebration of the survival - come on, come in, out of the rain."
Silveroller deliver hi-energy rock 'n' roll played with heart and soul, played tight but loose, with the kind of swagger you just don't hear anymore. Their songs act as a rallying call for those that believe that the most important thing in life is the freedom to be free, with subtle undertones of protest songs from days gone by.
Of the burgeoning new band and future plans, Jonnie Hodson continues:
"We'll be forever grateful to the people at Golden Robot Records for putting faith in us and letting us follow our instincts and belief in ourselves. Now it's on us to deliver the dream, a rock n roll band that lives by its music, because the songs are everything.
We can't wait to get the record out and let everybody know who we are and what we stand for - if you're a fan of rock bands covered in denim, patchouli and sweat, come and join the travelling rock 'n' roll circus!”
Silveroller are:
Jonnie Hodson (vocals); Aaron Keylock (guitars); Joe Major (drums); Ross Munro (organ); Jake James Cornes (bass)
Upcoming show:
7th December, The Grace, Islington (supporting Xander & The Peace Pirates)
https://www.ticketweb.uk/event/xander-the-peace-pirates-the-grace-tickets/13436578
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Of the burgeoning new band and future plans, Jonnie Hodson continues:
"We'll be forever grateful to the people at Golden Robot Records for putting faith in us and letting us follow our instincts and belief in ourselves. Now it's on us to deliver the dream, a rock n roll band that lives by its music, because the songs are everything.
We can't wait to get the record out and let everybody know who we are and what we stand for - if you're a fan of rock bands covered in denim, patchouli and sweat, come and join the travelling rock 'n' roll circus!”
Silveroller are:
Jonnie Hodson (vocals); Aaron Keylock (guitars); Joe Major (drums); Ross Munro (organ); Jake James Cornes (bass)
Upcoming show:
7th December, The Grace, Islington (supporting Xander & The Peace Pirates)
https://www.ticketweb.uk/event/xander-the-peace-pirates-the-grace-tickets/13436578
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Luminary multi-styled guitarist Steve Hackett will release his new studio album The Circus And The Nightwhale on 16th February 2024, via InsideOut Music.
A rite-of-passage concept album with a young character called Travla at the centre, The Circus And The Nightwhale boasts ballads, blues, blistering progressive rock and healthy measures of theatre and fantasia.
It also carries an autobiographical angle, as the heralded musician says of his 30th solo release: "I love this album. It says the things I’ve been wanting to say for a very long time. It’s a lovely journey that starts dirty, scratchy and smoky and becomes heavenly and divine. How can you resist it?"
The Circus And The Nightwhale is Steve Hackett’s first new music in over two years.
It follows 2021’s beautiful acoustic/ classically sculpted album Under A Mediterranean Sky, which rose to #2 in the UK Classical chart, and, in September of that year, Surrender Of Silence, which hit the UK Top 40.
More recently, his 2023 live album, Foxtrot At Fifty + Hackett Highlights: Live in Brighton, reached #2 in the Rock & Metal Chart.
A rite-of-passage concept album with a young character called Travla at the centre, The Circus And The Nightwhale boasts ballads, blues, blistering progressive rock and healthy measures of theatre and fantasia.
It also carries an autobiographical angle, as the heralded musician says of his 30th solo release: "I love this album. It says the things I’ve been wanting to say for a very long time. It’s a lovely journey that starts dirty, scratchy and smoky and becomes heavenly and divine. How can you resist it?"
The Circus And The Nightwhale is Steve Hackett’s first new music in over two years.
It follows 2021’s beautiful acoustic/ classically sculpted album Under A Mediterranean Sky, which rose to #2 in the UK Classical chart, and, in September of that year, Surrender Of Silence, which hit the UK Top 40.
More recently, his 2023 live album, Foxtrot At Fifty + Hackett Highlights: Live in Brighton, reached #2 in the Rock & Metal Chart.
Recorded between tours in 2022 and 2023 at Siren studio in the UK with guest parts beamed in from Sweden, Austria, the US, Azerbaijan and Denmark, The Circus And The Nightwhale line-up includes familiar band member names such as Roger King (keys, programming, orchestral arrangements), Rob Townsend (sax), Jonas Reingold (bass), Nad Sylvan (vocals), Craig Blundell (drums) and Amanda Lehmann (vocals).
Nick D’Virgilio and Hugo Degenhardt return as guests on the drum stool, engineer extraordinaire Benedict Fenner appears on keyboards and Malik Mansurov and Steve’s brother John Hackett are present once more on tar and flute, respectively.
The album will be available to pre-order from the 1st December 2023 on several different formats, including a Limited CD+Blu-ray mediabook (including 5.1 Surround Sound & 24bit high resolution stereo mixes), Standard CD, Gatefold 180g Vinyl LP and Digital Album.
Steve Hackett is currently on tour in North America continuing his Foxtrot At Fifty + Hackett Highlights run.
Next year he will again tour extensively, including a brand-new UK tour in October under the name Genesis Greats, Lamb Highlights & Solo.
For the full list of dates, head to: http://hackettsongs.com/tour.html
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Nick D’Virgilio and Hugo Degenhardt return as guests on the drum stool, engineer extraordinaire Benedict Fenner appears on keyboards and Malik Mansurov and Steve’s brother John Hackett are present once more on tar and flute, respectively.
The album will be available to pre-order from the 1st December 2023 on several different formats, including a Limited CD+Blu-ray mediabook (including 5.1 Surround Sound & 24bit high resolution stereo mixes), Standard CD, Gatefold 180g Vinyl LP and Digital Album.
Steve Hackett is currently on tour in North America continuing his Foxtrot At Fifty + Hackett Highlights run.
Next year he will again tour extensively, including a brand-new UK tour in October under the name Genesis Greats, Lamb Highlights & Solo.
For the full list of dates, head to: http://hackettsongs.com/tour.html
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British blues rock singer-guitarist Joanne Shaw Taylor has dovetailed her recent announcement of a ten date UK tour in February 2024 (see dates further below) with the release of a new single entitled 'Wild Love.'
The track, released on Joe Bonamassa's Journeyman Records, is the third single (following on from 'Sweet ‘Lil Lies' and 'Black Magic') to be lifted from JST's forthcoming 2024 studio album.
It's available now on all streaming platforms via:
https://bit.ly/StreamWildLove
'Wild Love' is also something of a departure for JST, a sultry, crossover AOR rhythm and blues number that retains her distinct, husky vocality and signature guitar licks.
"It’s rather different to anything I’ve done before" confirms JST. "I love this track; I wanted it to be dark and sexy; and, I think, with the boys’ help (reflecting on the collaborative creative process with her guitar tech Elliot and guitar player Joey) we came up with something really cool that the band in the studio really made come to life."
The track, released on Joe Bonamassa's Journeyman Records, is the third single (following on from 'Sweet ‘Lil Lies' and 'Black Magic') to be lifted from JST's forthcoming 2024 studio album.
It's available now on all streaming platforms via:
https://bit.ly/StreamWildLove
'Wild Love' is also something of a departure for JST, a sultry, crossover AOR rhythm and blues number that retains her distinct, husky vocality and signature guitar licks.
"It’s rather different to anything I’ve done before" confirms JST. "I love this track; I wanted it to be dark and sexy; and, I think, with the boys’ help (reflecting on the collaborative creative process with her guitar tech Elliot and guitar player Joey) we came up with something really cool that the band in the studio really made come to life."
On her February 2024 February tour JST will be performing songs from her recent critically acclaimed albums Nobody’s Fool, and The Blues Album, which topped Billboard Magazine’s Official Blues Album Chart.
She will also perform the recent singles, as well as digging deep into her back catalogue, hand-picking songs from albums such as Reckless Heart, Wild, The Dirty Truth, Almost Always Never, Diamonds in the Dirt and White Sugar.
Joanne Shaw Taylor – UK dates February 2024
Manchester, Royal Northern College Of Music - Saturday 17th February
Glasgow, Queen Margaret Union - Sunday 18th February
Leeds, City Varieties Music Hall - Monday 19th February
Sunderland, The Fire Station - Wednesday 21st February
London, Indigo at The 02 - Thursday 22nd February
Wolverhampton, Wulfrun Hall - Friday 23rd February
Norwich, The Waterfront - Sunday 25th February
Bexhill, De La Warr Pavilion - Monday 26th February
Bury St. Edmunds, Apex - Wednesday 28th February
Southend, Palace Theatre - Thursday 29th February
Tickets for the tour are on sale now via: Gigantic.com, Planetrocktickets.co.uk and joanneshawtaylor.com
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She will also perform the recent singles, as well as digging deep into her back catalogue, hand-picking songs from albums such as Reckless Heart, Wild, The Dirty Truth, Almost Always Never, Diamonds in the Dirt and White Sugar.
Joanne Shaw Taylor – UK dates February 2024
Manchester, Royal Northern College Of Music - Saturday 17th February
Glasgow, Queen Margaret Union - Sunday 18th February
Leeds, City Varieties Music Hall - Monday 19th February
Sunderland, The Fire Station - Wednesday 21st February
London, Indigo at The 02 - Thursday 22nd February
Wolverhampton, Wulfrun Hall - Friday 23rd February
Norwich, The Waterfront - Sunday 25th February
Bexhill, De La Warr Pavilion - Monday 26th February
Bury St. Edmunds, Apex - Wednesday 28th February
Southend, Palace Theatre - Thursday 29th February
Tickets for the tour are on sale now via: Gigantic.com, Planetrocktickets.co.uk and joanneshawtaylor.com
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Raucous rocker Jared James Nichols has released his cover of 'Man In The Box' by Alice in Chains as a single. You can stream the single here.
"Man in the Box is one of my favourite songs ever; I remember this being one of the first songs I really connected to as a child." says Jared. "Between the bluesy vocals and slinky guitar riff, all the way down to the sludgy overtones, it’s timeless and pure perfection. I started jamming this one at my shows because it is so much fun to play, and the audience response was instant. It was originally recorded just for fun at Sweetwater Studios, but it turned out so well we knew we had to share it with the world!"
"Man in the Box is one of my favourite songs ever; I remember this being one of the first songs I really connected to as a child." says Jared. "Between the bluesy vocals and slinky guitar riff, all the way down to the sludgy overtones, it’s timeless and pure perfection. I started jamming this one at my shows because it is so much fun to play, and the audience response was instant. It was originally recorded just for fun at Sweetwater Studios, but it turned out so well we knew we had to share it with the world!"
Additionally, JJN has been confirmed as Special Guest on the Mr Big European tour in the spring of 2024, which includes a trip to the UK for four dates in England (see further below).
Tickets are available from BANDSINTOWN and MYTICKET.CO.UK
The tour also allows JJN to showcase and his Signature Epiphone Les Paul guitar 'Blues Power.'
He will be making special appearances at multiple guitar retail stores along the tour route to be announced soon at www.jaredjamesnichols.com
"One of the foremost Gibson-toting guitar titans of his age." – Guitar World
"A larger-than-life guitar player." – Music Radar
"One of the most exciting guitarists in the modern blues rock scene." – Blues Rock Review
Tickets are available from BANDSINTOWN and MYTICKET.CO.UK
The tour also allows JJN to showcase and his Signature Epiphone Les Paul guitar 'Blues Power.'
He will be making special appearances at multiple guitar retail stores along the tour route to be announced soon at www.jaredjamesnichols.com
"One of the foremost Gibson-toting guitar titans of his age." – Guitar World
"A larger-than-life guitar player." – Music Radar
"One of the most exciting guitarists in the modern blues rock scene." – Blues Rock Review
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Robby Krieger and The Soul Savages will release their self-titled debut studio album via The Players Club/ Mascot Label Group on January 19th, 2024.
The album is preceded by lead reveal number A Day in L.A.
The pre-order is now live here: https://lnk.to/RobbyKrieger.
The album is preceded by lead reveal number A Day in L.A.
The pre-order is now live here: https://lnk.to/RobbyKrieger.
Robby Krieger knows that when you assemble the right bunch of musicians, and trust in the creative process, magic happens. As a founding member of The Doors the guitarist intuitively understands the beauty of free-flowing collaboration and telepathic group interplay.
This is evident on the forthcoming studio debut Robby Krieger And The Soul Savages, recorded old school style with a bunch of friends jamming and recording in a relaxed studio setting.
Tracked at Robby’s own Love Street Studios in Glendale, California, it finds the legendary Doors man stretching out over cinematic groove music inspired by classic soul, 1960s jazz, blues, rock, psychedelic rock, and beyond.
Joining Robby Krieger on this all-instrumental odyssey of psych-rock soul are three top-shelf composers, instrumentalists, and bandmates.
Bassist/ songwriter Kevin "Brandino" Brandon co-wrote and recorded with Robby Krieger on the guitarist's Singularity album. He has won over half a dozen Grammy awards, three Emmy awards, and has a resume that includes credits with James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, and Beyonce.
Keyboardist/ songwriter Ed Roth is a Grammy nominee known for his work in jazz, rock, and pop; he has worked with Ringo Starr, Brothers Johnson, Coolio, Shuggie Otis, and Annie Lennox.
Drummer/ songwriter Franklin Vanderbilt brings the Savage to the band’s Soul with his fatback groove and jazzy nimbleness. His credits include drumming for Chaka Khan, recording with Stanley Clarke, and touring worldwide with Lenny Kravitz, among others.
Robby Krieger is a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and listed by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time. He wrote or co-wrote many of The Doors most enduring compositions, including 'Light My Fire,' 'Love Me Two Times,' 'Touch Me,' and 'Love Her Madly.'
Since the 1970s, Krieger has emerged as a successful jazz-fusion guitarist with a well-received catalogue of solo albums, including the Grammy-nominated Singularity.
Recently, he released the revealing memoir, Set the Night on Fire: Living, Dying, and Playing Guitar With the Doors.
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This is evident on the forthcoming studio debut Robby Krieger And The Soul Savages, recorded old school style with a bunch of friends jamming and recording in a relaxed studio setting.
Tracked at Robby’s own Love Street Studios in Glendale, California, it finds the legendary Doors man stretching out over cinematic groove music inspired by classic soul, 1960s jazz, blues, rock, psychedelic rock, and beyond.
Joining Robby Krieger on this all-instrumental odyssey of psych-rock soul are three top-shelf composers, instrumentalists, and bandmates.
Bassist/ songwriter Kevin "Brandino" Brandon co-wrote and recorded with Robby Krieger on the guitarist's Singularity album. He has won over half a dozen Grammy awards, three Emmy awards, and has a resume that includes credits with James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Michael Jackson, and Beyonce.
Keyboardist/ songwriter Ed Roth is a Grammy nominee known for his work in jazz, rock, and pop; he has worked with Ringo Starr, Brothers Johnson, Coolio, Shuggie Otis, and Annie Lennox.
Drummer/ songwriter Franklin Vanderbilt brings the Savage to the band’s Soul with his fatback groove and jazzy nimbleness. His credits include drumming for Chaka Khan, recording with Stanley Clarke, and touring worldwide with Lenny Kravitz, among others.
Robby Krieger is a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and listed by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the 100 greatest guitarists of all time. He wrote or co-wrote many of The Doors most enduring compositions, including 'Light My Fire,' 'Love Me Two Times,' 'Touch Me,' and 'Love Her Madly.'
Since the 1970s, Krieger has emerged as a successful jazz-fusion guitarist with a well-received catalogue of solo albums, including the Grammy-nominated Singularity.
Recently, he released the revealing memoir, Set the Night on Fire: Living, Dying, and Playing Guitar With the Doors.
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Young Australian rocker Cassidy Paris has issued a second single from her forthcoming debut album New Sensation, set for release on 8th December via Frontiers.
'Walking On Fire,' a grittier-guitar take of the original 2018 heavy pop version, follows on from previous single ‘Danger.' The singles pre-empt and set up Paris' November UK tour dates (see further below).
'Walking On Fire,' a grittier-guitar take of the original 2018 heavy pop version, follows on from previous single ‘Danger.' The singles pre-empt and set up Paris' November UK tour dates (see further below).
Raised on classic rock and inspired by fellow female artists such as Lzzy Hale, Joan Jett, Pink, Pat Benatar and Avril Lavigne, the fiercely determined Cassidy Paris is on a mission to inspire a new generation of fans not only to listen to rock ‘n’ roll, but also to pick up a guitar instead of a phone.
Aged just 20, Cassidy Paris has already released two EPs and performed numerous shows in her home territory, including dates with H.E.A.T and John Corabi.
She is now primed to launch herself internationally with New Sensation and will play nine UK shows (with compatriots Wicked Smile and others) as well as two festivals ahead of its release:
17th November – LLANDUDNO, Motorsport Lounge
18the November – BRADFORD, Tapestry Arts
19th November – STOKE, Eleven
22nd November – CARDIFF, Fuel Rock Club
23rd November – SWINDON, The Underground
25th November – TROON, Winterstorm Festival
27th November – EDINBURGH, Bannermans
28th November – NEWCASTLE, Trillians
29th November – GRIMSBY, Yardbirds
02ns December - TRECCO BAY, Planet Rockstock
03rd December – LONDON, Cart & Horses
Cassidy Paris met Canadian musician Paul Laine (ex-Danger Danger, The Defiants) when she was just 11. Laine took her under his wing in a unique mentoring role, helping to develop her artistic and songwriting ability, as well as collaborating on, and producing, her music.
2018 saw the release of 'Stand,' a heartfelt track about standing up for yourself as a young woman.
Cassidy Paris has maintained this stance, promoting anti-bullying at performances in schools around the Melbourne area, while also an active campaigner for the worldwide organisation Metalheads Against Bullying.
Meanwhile, her musical talent has been recognised by Fender, who have made her an endorsee of Fender Squier Guitars. She is also on the roster of Silverback Touring Agency.
New Sensation, released 8th December. Pre save/ add: https://orcd.co/cassidyparis
Track listing:
Danger; RnR Hearts; Here I Am; Walking On Fire; On The Bright Side; Song For The Broken-Hearted; Searching For a Hero; Like I Never Loved You; Stand; Addicted; Midnight Desire
Musicians:
Cassidy Paris (vocals); Steve Janevski & Dave Graham (guitars); Alessandro Del Vecchio (bass, keys, guitars, backing vocals); Mirko De Maio (drums); Paul Laine (backing vocals)
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Aged just 20, Cassidy Paris has already released two EPs and performed numerous shows in her home territory, including dates with H.E.A.T and John Corabi.
She is now primed to launch herself internationally with New Sensation and will play nine UK shows (with compatriots Wicked Smile and others) as well as two festivals ahead of its release:
17th November – LLANDUDNO, Motorsport Lounge
18the November – BRADFORD, Tapestry Arts
19th November – STOKE, Eleven
22nd November – CARDIFF, Fuel Rock Club
23rd November – SWINDON, The Underground
25th November – TROON, Winterstorm Festival
27th November – EDINBURGH, Bannermans
28th November – NEWCASTLE, Trillians
29th November – GRIMSBY, Yardbirds
02ns December - TRECCO BAY, Planet Rockstock
03rd December – LONDON, Cart & Horses
Cassidy Paris met Canadian musician Paul Laine (ex-Danger Danger, The Defiants) when she was just 11. Laine took her under his wing in a unique mentoring role, helping to develop her artistic and songwriting ability, as well as collaborating on, and producing, her music.
2018 saw the release of 'Stand,' a heartfelt track about standing up for yourself as a young woman.
Cassidy Paris has maintained this stance, promoting anti-bullying at performances in schools around the Melbourne area, while also an active campaigner for the worldwide organisation Metalheads Against Bullying.
Meanwhile, her musical talent has been recognised by Fender, who have made her an endorsee of Fender Squier Guitars. She is also on the roster of Silverback Touring Agency.
New Sensation, released 8th December. Pre save/ add: https://orcd.co/cassidyparis
Track listing:
Danger; RnR Hearts; Here I Am; Walking On Fire; On The Bright Side; Song For The Broken-Hearted; Searching For a Hero; Like I Never Loved You; Stand; Addicted; Midnight Desire
Musicians:
Cassidy Paris (vocals); Steve Janevski & Dave Graham (guitars); Alessandro Del Vecchio (bass, keys, guitars, backing vocals); Mirko De Maio (drums); Paul Laine (backing vocals)
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In a blend of rock and soul, Warren Haynes has just released the first single from The Benefit Concert Volume 20, Fleetwood Mac's 'Gold Dust Woman.'
Performed alongside My Morning Jacket's Jim James and the enchanting Grace Potter, the track sets the stage for the live album, recorded at the 30th Annual Christmas Jam on December 7th and 8th, 2018 in Asheville, North Carolina.
'Gold Dust Woman' also captures the essence of the historic event – celebrating the joy of live music, legendary songs, and the power of collaboration.
Performed alongside My Morning Jacket's Jim James and the enchanting Grace Potter, the track sets the stage for the live album, recorded at the 30th Annual Christmas Jam on December 7th and 8th, 2018 in Asheville, North Carolina.
'Gold Dust Woman' also captures the essence of the historic event – celebrating the joy of live music, legendary songs, and the power of collaboration.
The Benefit Concert Volume 20, due December 8th via Evil Teen Records/ Mascot Label Group, is an anthology of unforgettable moments; a sonic journey through the night's most memorable performances, encapsulating the spirit of giving, community, and music.
In addition to Haynes, James and Potter, other featured artists on the forthcoming set include Dave Grohl, Eric Church, Joe Bonamassa, Gov’t Mule, Mike Gordon, Marco Benevento, Jamey Johnson, Edwin McCain, Kevn Kinney, Tyler Ramsey, Scott Murawski, and Ron Holloway, along with Machan Taylor, Mini Carlsson, Mike Barnes, and Ray Sisk sitting in with Gov’t Mule.
The Benefit Concert Volume 20 will be available physically on four different double vinyl volumes (different colours: purple, orange, blue, red), 2-CD + DVD set, 3-CD + 2 Blu-ray set, and Digital format.
Pre-order via https://lnk.to/warrenhaynes
For bundles including double vinyl colour options from the Mascot Label Group Shop, click here.
In December 1988, Warren Haynes launched what would become a cherished tradition in his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina.
Despite its name, the "Christmas Jam" was less about festive tunes and more about gathering local musicians to celebrate the holidays and give back to the community.
35 years later, the event has become a nationally recognized spectacle, raising thus far over $2.8 million for Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity and the construction of over 50 homes in the region.
The performances from this set, culled from the 2018 event, was a 30th Anniversary milestone for "The Jam."
Its importance was further amplified by the fact that next year the event took an official break, followed by the unforeseen cancellation in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
"The Jam" returned in 2022 and continues this year with what will be another memorable event on December 9th.
Warren Haynes is a cornerstone of the American music landscape, lauded as one of the most formidable guitarists and vocalists of our time.
His prolific career includes his tenure with the Allman Brothers Band and The Dead and as a founding member of Gov’t Mule.
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In addition to Haynes, James and Potter, other featured artists on the forthcoming set include Dave Grohl, Eric Church, Joe Bonamassa, Gov’t Mule, Mike Gordon, Marco Benevento, Jamey Johnson, Edwin McCain, Kevn Kinney, Tyler Ramsey, Scott Murawski, and Ron Holloway, along with Machan Taylor, Mini Carlsson, Mike Barnes, and Ray Sisk sitting in with Gov’t Mule.
The Benefit Concert Volume 20 will be available physically on four different double vinyl volumes (different colours: purple, orange, blue, red), 2-CD + DVD set, 3-CD + 2 Blu-ray set, and Digital format.
Pre-order via https://lnk.to/warrenhaynes
For bundles including double vinyl colour options from the Mascot Label Group Shop, click here.
In December 1988, Warren Haynes launched what would become a cherished tradition in his hometown of Asheville, North Carolina.
Despite its name, the "Christmas Jam" was less about festive tunes and more about gathering local musicians to celebrate the holidays and give back to the community.
35 years later, the event has become a nationally recognized spectacle, raising thus far over $2.8 million for Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity and the construction of over 50 homes in the region.
The performances from this set, culled from the 2018 event, was a 30th Anniversary milestone for "The Jam."
Its importance was further amplified by the fact that next year the event took an official break, followed by the unforeseen cancellation in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
"The Jam" returned in 2022 and continues this year with what will be another memorable event on December 9th.
Warren Haynes is a cornerstone of the American music landscape, lauded as one of the most formidable guitarists and vocalists of our time.
His prolific career includes his tenure with the Allman Brothers Band and The Dead and as a founding member of Gov’t Mule.
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UK award-winning vocalist and guitarist Tom Killner, who straddles the line between genres by incorporating soulfully infused blues, southern rock, country and Americana, is currently undertaking a Kickstarter campaign for his fourth studio album.
"It has been a long time coming but we assure you it'll all have been worth the wait!" says the free-spirited Killner, with his infectious smile.
"All in, the album will include 10 tracks, some of which we’re currently playing in our live sets and are going down great. We’re really excited to bring this out for all to hear in 2024."
The Kickstarter campaign includes exclusive perks for backers, including CD & vinyl versions of the album, clothing merch, bundles that can be tailored to bespoke packages, and exclusive content including acoustic versions of the new tracks, studio footage and band insights.
"Fancy us playing in your lounge or garden?" adds Tom in connection to the perks. "We have two very special opportunities to see us up close and personal with either a private acoustic show or full live band. We love hanging out chatting with folk at shows so this will be really cool!"
The Kickstarter campaign is still in a relatively early stage with six weeks remaining to hit target, but the final touches of the album are already underway with vocal recording, mixing and mastering handled by the in-demand Wayne Proctor (King King, Aynsley Lister, Ben Poole, Oli Brown) at House Of Tone Studios.
Check out, and help support, the Kickstarter campaign here.
"It has been a long time coming but we assure you it'll all have been worth the wait!" says the free-spirited Killner, with his infectious smile.
"All in, the album will include 10 tracks, some of which we’re currently playing in our live sets and are going down great. We’re really excited to bring this out for all to hear in 2024."
The Kickstarter campaign includes exclusive perks for backers, including CD & vinyl versions of the album, clothing merch, bundles that can be tailored to bespoke packages, and exclusive content including acoustic versions of the new tracks, studio footage and band insights.
"Fancy us playing in your lounge or garden?" adds Tom in connection to the perks. "We have two very special opportunities to see us up close and personal with either a private acoustic show or full live band. We love hanging out chatting with folk at shows so this will be really cool!"
The Kickstarter campaign is still in a relatively early stage with six weeks remaining to hit target, but the final touches of the album are already underway with vocal recording, mixing and mastering handled by the in-demand Wayne Proctor (King King, Aynsley Lister, Ben Poole, Oli Brown) at House Of Tone Studios.
Check out, and help support, the Kickstarter campaign here.
Winning over audiences across the UK & Europe with their dynamic show, Tom Killner and his band – Wes Brook (keys, Hammond), Callum Houghton (bass) and Rich Hunter (drums) – take you on a rollercoaster of hooky riffs and heartfelt songs.
Killner's latest independent releases – previous studio album Get Back Up (2018), Church House Sessions EP (2020), and the acoustic based, country-folk charm of single 'Home' (2022), garnered stellar reviews and international airplay alike, including BBC Radio.
Aside from the new album release, 2024 is set to be Tom Killner’s busiest year to date, with confirmed appearances at the Rockmantic, Call of the Wild, Rockwich, HRH Blues, and SOS festivals, and others yet to be announced.
The band will also be hitting the road in a double header with southern rockers American band Hush Money in May, playing five classic club venues across England and Scotland.
Killner's latest independent releases – previous studio album Get Back Up (2018), Church House Sessions EP (2020), and the acoustic based, country-folk charm of single 'Home' (2022), garnered stellar reviews and international airplay alike, including BBC Radio.
Aside from the new album release, 2024 is set to be Tom Killner’s busiest year to date, with confirmed appearances at the Rockmantic, Call of the Wild, Rockwich, HRH Blues, and SOS festivals, and others yet to be announced.
The band will also be hitting the road in a double header with southern rockers American band Hush Money in May, playing five classic club venues across England and Scotland.
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The Answer have released a brand new single entitled 'Wild Heart.'
Purchase/ stream here: https://ada.lnk.to/Wild-Heart
The accompanying video, directed by JJ Eringa, delves into a number of retro 70’s clips from the daredevil biker era when wild hearted stuntmen risked limb and life to go faster, higher and longer; as such it channels the essence and vibe of the groove-driven and conteporary rock 'n' roll track.
Purchase/ stream here: https://ada.lnk.to/Wild-Heart
The accompanying video, directed by JJ Eringa, delves into a number of retro 70’s clips from the daredevil biker era when wild hearted stuntmen risked limb and life to go faster, higher and longer; as such it channels the essence and vibe of the groove-driven and conteporary rock 'n' roll track.
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Legendary rock musician and songwriter Dave Mason has unveiled a new version of the timeless Traffic hit, 'Dear Mr. Fantasy;' faithful to the original, but reimagined as a dual guitars and vocals collaboration with modern blues rock icon Joe Bonamassa.
The single is available on all streaming platforms: https://ffm.to/dearmrfantasy2023
'Dear Mr. Fantasy' remains a cornerstone in Dave Mason's live sets, a testament to its timelessness and his personal connection to the song.
"Fantasy has been a favourite song of mine since its release in 1967," says Mason. "I’ve played it live for years in a number of different arrangements. As I’ve often said, there are no old songs, just good songs, and Dear Mr. Fantasy, in my mind, is one of the finest examples around."
As regards the new version, Mason continues: "To have the opportunity to incorporate one of the modern-day great guitar players is as exciting to me as playing with Jimi Hendrix. I knew Joe would play it like nobody else; he has a uniquely keen sense of precise timing, unobstructed by a bluesy groove that’s perfect for this song. Dear Mr. Fantasy is both classic and current, an exceptionally difficult balance to do but Joe pulled it off powerfully with grace and genius."
The single is available on all streaming platforms: https://ffm.to/dearmrfantasy2023
'Dear Mr. Fantasy' remains a cornerstone in Dave Mason's live sets, a testament to its timelessness and his personal connection to the song.
"Fantasy has been a favourite song of mine since its release in 1967," says Mason. "I’ve played it live for years in a number of different arrangements. As I’ve often said, there are no old songs, just good songs, and Dear Mr. Fantasy, in my mind, is one of the finest examples around."
As regards the new version, Mason continues: "To have the opportunity to incorporate one of the modern-day great guitar players is as exciting to me as playing with Jimi Hendrix. I knew Joe would play it like nobody else; he has a uniquely keen sense of precise timing, unobstructed by a bluesy groove that’s perfect for this song. Dear Mr. Fantasy is both classic and current, an exceptionally difficult balance to do but Joe pulled it off powerfully with grace and genius."
Fans and critics alike hail Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason as one of the most talented songwriters and guitarists in the world, which is why he is still performing over 100 shows a year to sold-out crowds.
Known for his soulful voice and guitar playing, Dave Mason founded two bands by the age of fifteen, The Deep Feeling, and The Hellions. At eighteen he teamed up with Steve Winwood, Jim Capaldi, and Chris Wood to form the legendary band Traffic.
At nineteen Mason penned the song 'Feelin’ Alright?' The bluesy rock anthem, first recorded by Traffic and subsequently covered by dozens of other artists including Joe Cocker, cemented both Dave Mason and Traffic’s legacy; both had a profound influence over rock music that continues today.
www.davemasonmusic.com
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Known for his soulful voice and guitar playing, Dave Mason founded two bands by the age of fifteen, The Deep Feeling, and The Hellions. At eighteen he teamed up with Steve Winwood, Jim Capaldi, and Chris Wood to form the legendary band Traffic.
At nineteen Mason penned the song 'Feelin’ Alright?' The bluesy rock anthem, first recorded by Traffic and subsequently covered by dozens of other artists including Joe Cocker, cemented both Dave Mason and Traffic’s legacy; both had a profound influence over rock music that continues today.
www.davemasonmusic.com
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Fast rising Derbyshire heavy blues rock 'n’ rollers These Wicked Rivers have released a new single entitled 'Force of Nature,' lifted from the upcoming album of the same name.
Fans can stream the new single from any platform here
Pre-order Force of Nature (out 1st March 2024) here
The track continues the tradition laid down by previous single (and Planet Rock playlist favourite) 'Black Gold' – uplifting, impacting, unashamed blues rock with a bellowing sing-a-long chorus.
Vocalist/ guitarist John Hartwell says of the new single:
"To me, this song is almost like a pep talk to myself, or to whoever’s listening, saying ‘You can do this’.
It’s about not living in the past, regretting things that you can’t change, but moving on, moving forward and taking on the world because you are a force of nature!"
Fans can stream the new single from any platform here
Pre-order Force of Nature (out 1st March 2024) here
The track continues the tradition laid down by previous single (and Planet Rock playlist favourite) 'Black Gold' – uplifting, impacting, unashamed blues rock with a bellowing sing-a-long chorus.
Vocalist/ guitarist John Hartwell says of the new single:
"To me, this song is almost like a pep talk to myself, or to whoever’s listening, saying ‘You can do this’.
It’s about not living in the past, regretting things that you can’t change, but moving on, moving forward and taking on the world because you are a force of nature!"
Preaching a simple gospel of "peace, love and lampshades" (a reference to the band’s intimate stage set up), These Wicked Rivers have toured the length and breadth of the UK with Hayseed Dixie, Those Damn Crows, Phil Campbell & The Bastard Sons and Kira Mac, building a devoted fanbase and gaining converts in every town and city along the way.
Now signed to the freshly minted Fat Earth Records label, the band are planning to release their new album, the follow-up to 2020’s Eden, in March next year.
Before that, a Planet Rock sponsored tour in December beckons, with special guests The Karma Effect (see dates below).
These Wicked Rivers Tour Dates
w/ Special Guests The Karma Effect
December 1 - Southampton The Loft
December 2 - Planet Rockstock *SOLD OUT*
December 6 - Norwich Waterfront Studio *LOW TICKETS*
December 7 - Birmingham Asylum
December 8 - Sheffield Corporation
December 9 - Glasgow Audio
December 13 - London O2 Academy2 Islington
December 14 - Chester Live Rooms
December 15 - Newcastle Anarchy Brewery
December 16 - Derby Hairy Dog *SOLD OUT*
December 17 - Bristol Thekla
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Now signed to the freshly minted Fat Earth Records label, the band are planning to release their new album, the follow-up to 2020’s Eden, in March next year.
Before that, a Planet Rock sponsored tour in December beckons, with special guests The Karma Effect (see dates below).
These Wicked Rivers Tour Dates
w/ Special Guests The Karma Effect
December 1 - Southampton The Loft
December 2 - Planet Rockstock *SOLD OUT*
December 6 - Norwich Waterfront Studio *LOW TICKETS*
December 7 - Birmingham Asylum
December 8 - Sheffield Corporation
December 9 - Glasgow Audio
December 13 - London O2 Academy2 Islington
December 14 - Chester Live Rooms
December 15 - Newcastle Anarchy Brewery
December 16 - Derby Hairy Dog *SOLD OUT*
December 17 - Bristol Thekla
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Talented French born singer-guitarist Félix Rabin has released an upbeat and melodic new single entitled 'As She Comes' (part of a new EP scheduled for release early next year).
In 2020 Rabin released the excellent 6 track mini-album 'Pogboy,' which showcased the breadth of styles incorporated within his highly distinct sound; he also won the Best (new) Act award at Giants of Rock Festival that year, which led to an invite to play the festival’s main stage in 2021.
In 2020 Rabin released the excellent 6 track mini-album 'Pogboy,' which showcased the breadth of styles incorporated within his highly distinct sound; he also won the Best (new) Act award at Giants of Rock Festival that year, which led to an invite to play the festival’s main stage in 2021.
"If you want someone who is ploughing his own progressively tinged blues, rock, pop and soul furrow, Félix Rabin and his tight, tidy and rhythmically flexible band are your guys." - FabricationsHQ
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Rock and blues guitarist-singer-songwriter Philip Sayce recently released his first new material in three years with the bombastic and blistering rock blues of 'Oh! That Bitches Brew.'
He has now followed up with new single Lady Love Devine, which is available on all streaming services:
https://fortybelow.ffm.to/philipsayce-ladylovedivine
The single will also feature on his new album The Wolves Are Coming, released February 23rd, 2024.
The album is available to pre-order here: https://fortybelow.ffm.to/sayce-thewolvesarecoming
Of the new single, which explores lighter contrast against the darker tones of the new album, Philip Sayce says: "It's a funky, upbeat song about that feeling you get when you instantly fall in love with someone forever. Finding the courage to talk to this person and win their love."
He has now followed up with new single Lady Love Devine, which is available on all streaming services:
https://fortybelow.ffm.to/philipsayce-ladylovedivine
The single will also feature on his new album The Wolves Are Coming, released February 23rd, 2024.
The album is available to pre-order here: https://fortybelow.ffm.to/sayce-thewolvesarecoming
Of the new single, which explores lighter contrast against the darker tones of the new album, Philip Sayce says: "It's a funky, upbeat song about that feeling you get when you instantly fall in love with someone forever. Finding the courage to talk to this person and win their love."
The Wolves Are Coming is more powerful and brash than anything Philip Sayce has written or recorded to date. "These songs and stories came into focus during my darkest times," says Sayce. 'The Wolves Are Coming' represents a bridge – a connection between despair and hope – that invites broken spirits to be transformed and healed."
The Wolves Are Coming follows Philip Sayce's seventh full-length release, 2020’s Spirit Rising, which has over 13 million streams to date (a remarkable feat for any independent blues rock artist, let alone one who couldn’t tour because of the global pandemic).
On the new album, 'Oh! That Bitches Brew' and tracks like 'Backstabber' hit like hurricanes, while 'Lady Love Divine' carries an uplifting, foot-stomping, funk groove with hooks in all the right places.
Other songs, such as the ballad 'It’s Over Now' and the instrumental 'Intuition' round out Philip Sayce’s signature fuzz tones with more delicate yet dynamic performances.
The Wolves Are Coming follows Philip Sayce's seventh full-length release, 2020’s Spirit Rising, which has over 13 million streams to date (a remarkable feat for any independent blues rock artist, let alone one who couldn’t tour because of the global pandemic).
On the new album, 'Oh! That Bitches Brew' and tracks like 'Backstabber' hit like hurricanes, while 'Lady Love Divine' carries an uplifting, foot-stomping, funk groove with hooks in all the right places.
Other songs, such as the ballad 'It’s Over Now' and the instrumental 'Intuition' round out Philip Sayce’s signature fuzz tones with more delicate yet dynamic performances.
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Alternative Americana artist Amigo the Devil (aka Danny Kiranos) has released a brand new single entitled 'Cannibal Within.' You can stream the single at: https://atd.ffm.to/cannibalwithin
The song, now accompanied by a Lyric Video (below), is lifted from his forthcoming and third studio album, Yours Until The War Is Over, set for release in February 2024.
The banjo-driven 'Cannibal Within' is a song of honesty without pity and a lyrically profound insight into the depths of the human experience; albeit one with ATD’s renowned darkly humorous wordplay in plain sight.
Experimental percussion (the repetitive dropping of a pick, tinkling of a bottle, the clacking of toy teeth) immerse the listener within an internal dialogue of self-doubt and insecurity.
"There’s a tiny little cannibal inside us all and it feeds on our insecurities," says Kiranos, continuing: "The more it feeds on doubt, jealousy and self-devaluation, the bigger it grows until it becomes bigger than we ourselves are. And then we’re left with nothing. We lose the war."
The song, now accompanied by a Lyric Video (below), is lifted from his forthcoming and third studio album, Yours Until The War Is Over, set for release in February 2024.
The banjo-driven 'Cannibal Within' is a song of honesty without pity and a lyrically profound insight into the depths of the human experience; albeit one with ATD’s renowned darkly humorous wordplay in plain sight.
Experimental percussion (the repetitive dropping of a pick, tinkling of a bottle, the clacking of toy teeth) immerse the listener within an internal dialogue of self-doubt and insecurity.
"There’s a tiny little cannibal inside us all and it feeds on our insecurities," says Kiranos, continuing: "The more it feeds on doubt, jealousy and self-devaluation, the bigger it grows until it becomes bigger than we ourselves are. And then we’re left with nothing. We lose the war."
'Cannibal Within' is a perfect choice of track to link ATD’s recent past with his immediate future and Yours Until The War Is Over, a collection of 13 songs weaving together themes of relatable self-destruction and trauma bonding with arresting authenticity (these are songs of fascinating insight, that also happen to crack jokes at the most unexpected moments – a Danny Kiranos trait).
Littered with obscure literary references (Kiranos is an avid reader) the album serves as his most singular work to date.
The album title is a reference to the love affair between Ernest Hemingway and his nurse Agnes von Kurowsky in the closing months of World War I, a (trauma) bond that developed after the future novelist was severely wounded in Italy just after becoming a Red Cross volunteer at the age of 18.
She would sometimes write "Yours until the war is over" at the end of her letters to him, a sign-off that proved prophetic, her ultimate rejection devastating and scarring him.
The release of 'Cannibal Within' follows a successful summer 2023 European tour to promote Born Against, ATD’s darkly romantic and hauntingly melodic 2021 album that earned critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic. A European tour to promote the new album is planned for 2024.
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Littered with obscure literary references (Kiranos is an avid reader) the album serves as his most singular work to date.
The album title is a reference to the love affair between Ernest Hemingway and his nurse Agnes von Kurowsky in the closing months of World War I, a (trauma) bond that developed after the future novelist was severely wounded in Italy just after becoming a Red Cross volunteer at the age of 18.
She would sometimes write "Yours until the war is over" at the end of her letters to him, a sign-off that proved prophetic, her ultimate rejection devastating and scarring him.
The release of 'Cannibal Within' follows a successful summer 2023 European tour to promote Born Against, ATD’s darkly romantic and hauntingly melodic 2021 album that earned critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic. A European tour to promote the new album is planned for 2024.
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The UK's own Southern Rockers, Sons Of Liberty, will release a new single entitled 'Turn This Tide' on 2nd November.
It follows on from previous single, the riff-rocking 'Time To Fly,' the band's first new music for two full years.
Pre-order/ pre-save at: https://ditto.fm/turn-this-tide
Both songs will feature on the band's much anticipated third album, The Detail Is In The Devil, which will be self-released on 23rd February 2024.
In support of the album, the band will play 10 live dates across England in March 2024 (see dates on poster below), including one support slot to Reef; support on all headline dates will come from The Mike Ross Band.
Tickets for the shows are available via: www.sonsoflibertyband.com/shows
Of the new single, the band comment "We rarely venture into this kind of territory, but we were absolutely compelled to write this heartfelt song. The message is a simple and powerful one, that there’s still time to change course, to make things right for the future, to leave a legacy worth leaving... before it really is too late."
It follows on from previous single, the riff-rocking 'Time To Fly,' the band's first new music for two full years.
Pre-order/ pre-save at: https://ditto.fm/turn-this-tide
Both songs will feature on the band's much anticipated third album, The Detail Is In The Devil, which will be self-released on 23rd February 2024.
In support of the album, the band will play 10 live dates across England in March 2024 (see dates on poster below), including one support slot to Reef; support on all headline dates will come from The Mike Ross Band.
Tickets for the shows are available via: www.sonsoflibertyband.com/shows
Of the new single, the band comment "We rarely venture into this kind of territory, but we were absolutely compelled to write this heartfelt song. The message is a simple and powerful one, that there’s still time to change course, to make things right for the future, to leave a legacy worth leaving... before it really is too late."
Produced & mixed by Josiah J Manning (Kris Barras Band), forthcoming album The Detail Is In The Devil builds on the band’s reputation for incendiary live performances and delivery of vintage rock and roll.
Nor is the album a more-of-the-same release following on from well-received previous album Aces & Eights, as the band confirm:
"Proud as we are of Aces & Eights, we set out not to make this a Mk2 version. We wanted all the new songs to be ‘big’ songs… it’s very much still us, but we’ve been seriously working out!
We have such a strong creative team around us now too, and we brought all of this talent together to craft The Detail Is In The Devil."
With new front man Russ Grimmett – welcomed with open arms by fans on the live circuit – the band also have a freshness and drive that will hopefully see them lifted to the next level.
Sons of Liberty are Russ Grimmett (vocals), Fred Hale & Andy Muse (guitars), Mark Thomas (bass) and Steve Byrne (drums).
Nor is the album a more-of-the-same release following on from well-received previous album Aces & Eights, as the band confirm:
"Proud as we are of Aces & Eights, we set out not to make this a Mk2 version. We wanted all the new songs to be ‘big’ songs… it’s very much still us, but we’ve been seriously working out!
We have such a strong creative team around us now too, and we brought all of this talent together to craft The Detail Is In The Devil."
With new front man Russ Grimmett – welcomed with open arms by fans on the live circuit – the band also have a freshness and drive that will hopefully see them lifted to the next level.
Sons of Liberty are Russ Grimmett (vocals), Fred Hale & Andy Muse (guitars), Mark Thomas (bass) and Steve Byrne (drums).
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Luke Morley, still bathing in the success of his critically acclaimed solo album Songs From The Blue Room, has just released the song 'Errol Flynn' as a single.
A song Luke Morley had lying in demo state for some time, Errol Flynn is a laid back western waltz to the end of the golden days and growing older, using the legendary Hollywood actor of its title as a metaphor for the universal male journey, as Morley elaborates:
"Errol Flynn is all about the male condition, how we deal with the ageing process, our vanity and how the opposite sex looks at us as we get older. I think it’s a little bit about my late father, and slightly about me as well, I guess.
It’s one of the first songs I wrote for Songs From The Blue Room and it opened my mind to the possibility of making an album that was different to the kind of music I’m usually associated with – I also wanted it to feel like a country song with a hint of dark humour thrown in."
From Backstreet Symphonies to Americana Country influences.
Turns out Luke Morley does both equally well.
A song Luke Morley had lying in demo state for some time, Errol Flynn is a laid back western waltz to the end of the golden days and growing older, using the legendary Hollywood actor of its title as a metaphor for the universal male journey, as Morley elaborates:
"Errol Flynn is all about the male condition, how we deal with the ageing process, our vanity and how the opposite sex looks at us as we get older. I think it’s a little bit about my late father, and slightly about me as well, I guess.
It’s one of the first songs I wrote for Songs From The Blue Room and it opened my mind to the possibility of making an album that was different to the kind of music I’m usually associated with – I also wanted it to feel like a country song with a hint of dark humour thrown in."
From Backstreet Symphonies to Americana Country influences.
Turns out Luke Morley does both equally well.
Luke Morley UK Tour Dates:
Jan 25th - Wolverhampton, KK's Steel Mill
Jan 26th - Glasgow, The Cathouse
Jan 27th - Newcastle, Riverside
Jan 29th - Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
Jan 30th - Cardiff, The Globe
Jan 31st - London, Islington Academy
Tickets: https://www.gigantic.com/luke-morley-tickets
The Digital 45 single, which includes a special acoustic live version of the song, is out now on all digital platforms: https://slinky.to/ErrolFlynn
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Jan 25th - Wolverhampton, KK's Steel Mill
Jan 26th - Glasgow, The Cathouse
Jan 27th - Newcastle, Riverside
Jan 29th - Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
Jan 30th - Cardiff, The Globe
Jan 31st - London, Islington Academy
Tickets: https://www.gigantic.com/luke-morley-tickets
The Digital 45 single, which includes a special acoustic live version of the song, is out now on all digital platforms: https://slinky.to/ErrolFlynn
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Spirit of Unicorn Music, with the full involvement of the Emerson family, are launching a mammoth 20CD box set entitled Keith Emerson - Variations, covering the entire career of the great man, who sadly passed in 2016.
The set can be ordered at https://burningshed.com/store/elp/keith-emerson_variations_boxset and
https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/keith-emerson-variations-20cd-box-set/
To celebrate the collection and pay tribute to the legacy of Keith Emerson, the classic ELP number 'Lucky Man' has been rerecorded by Keith’s son Aaron Emerson and a host of rock luminaries under the moniker Aaron Emerson & Friends.
Put together, partially remotely, during lockdown, the rerecording features Aaron Emerson on the outro playing his father’s Modular Moog Synthesizer (that graced the original version of 'Lucky Man').
The song features the talents of Marc Bonilla (electric guitars), Geoff Downes (keys), Nathan James (vocals), Matt Fuller (acoustic guitars), Zac St.John (drums), Chuck Wright (bass guitar) and Rick Sailon (mandolin).
The set can be ordered at https://burningshed.com/store/elp/keith-emerson_variations_boxset and
https://www.cherryred.co.uk/product/keith-emerson-variations-20cd-box-set/
To celebrate the collection and pay tribute to the legacy of Keith Emerson, the classic ELP number 'Lucky Man' has been rerecorded by Keith’s son Aaron Emerson and a host of rock luminaries under the moniker Aaron Emerson & Friends.
Put together, partially remotely, during lockdown, the rerecording features Aaron Emerson on the outro playing his father’s Modular Moog Synthesizer (that graced the original version of 'Lucky Man').
The song features the talents of Marc Bonilla (electric guitars), Geoff Downes (keys), Nathan James (vocals), Matt Fuller (acoustic guitars), Zac St.John (drums), Chuck Wright (bass guitar) and Rick Sailon (mandolin).
Keith Emerson - Variations has been curated with the blessing of the Emerson family.
Presented in a special 10 x 10 inch box, the 20 CDs are accompanied by sleeve notes written by Jerry Ewing, Editor of PROG Magazine.
Ewing casts a magnifying glass over the immense Emerson catalogue and speaks with many of his collaborators to deliver a fascinating history of the man behind the keyboards.
Also included is a 48-page book containing many never-before-seen photos taken directly from the Emerson family archive.
Beginning with his early years in The Nice and Emerson Lake & Palmer, the collection moves on to his solo albums, soundtracks and collaborations before ending on a set live performances that present his keyboard skills to full effect (including a previously unreleased performance from BB Kings in NYC).
All 20 CDs have been mastered by renowned engineer Andy Pearce.
"It is with great excitement that we can share all of dad’s great work, expanding throughout his long career.
I hope it gives you as much joy as it has done for all of us." Aaron Emerson.
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Presented in a special 10 x 10 inch box, the 20 CDs are accompanied by sleeve notes written by Jerry Ewing, Editor of PROG Magazine.
Ewing casts a magnifying glass over the immense Emerson catalogue and speaks with many of his collaborators to deliver a fascinating history of the man behind the keyboards.
Also included is a 48-page book containing many never-before-seen photos taken directly from the Emerson family archive.
Beginning with his early years in The Nice and Emerson Lake & Palmer, the collection moves on to his solo albums, soundtracks and collaborations before ending on a set live performances that present his keyboard skills to full effect (including a previously unreleased performance from BB Kings in NYC).
All 20 CDs have been mastered by renowned engineer Andy Pearce.
"It is with great excitement that we can share all of dad’s great work, expanding throughout his long career.
I hope it gives you as much joy as it has done for all of us." Aaron Emerson.
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British blues-rawkin’ slide guitarist singer-songwriter Troy Redfern has released a new song entitled 'Getaway.' The Stonesy styled, heavy blues stomper is available on all streaming platforms here.
'Getaway,' produced by Dave Marks, mixed by Jo Webb and featuring Troy Redfern (guitar, vocals), Paul Stewart (drums) and Dave Marks (bass), is "about cutting yourself some slack," comments Redfern.
"It’s about transforming your life, even if there are difficult decisions to be made. As they say, from the mud grows the lotus."
'Getaway' will also feature on Redfern’s forthcoming 2024 studio album, Invocation.
The album will be launched with an extensive Kickstarter Campaign on Monday October 30th, with coloured vinyl, hand-drawn artworks and an array of exclusive bundles forming part of the pledge offers.
Further information about the countdown to the Kickstarter campaign is available at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/troyredfern/troy-redfern-invocation-album
'Getaway,' produced by Dave Marks, mixed by Jo Webb and featuring Troy Redfern (guitar, vocals), Paul Stewart (drums) and Dave Marks (bass), is "about cutting yourself some slack," comments Redfern.
"It’s about transforming your life, even if there are difficult decisions to be made. As they say, from the mud grows the lotus."
'Getaway' will also feature on Redfern’s forthcoming 2024 studio album, Invocation.
The album will be launched with an extensive Kickstarter Campaign on Monday October 30th, with coloured vinyl, hand-drawn artworks and an array of exclusive bundles forming part of the pledge offers.
Further information about the countdown to the Kickstarter campaign is available at: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/troyredfern/troy-redfern-invocation-album
The new single follows Troy Redfern’s summer festival appearances at Steelhouse, Maid in Stone and Poland’s Rawa Blues Festival, where the video for 'Getaway' was filmed; it also dovetails with his Special Guest slot on Philip Sayce’s November UK Tour (see News Item below).
The support to Philip Sayce will be followed by a mainstage performance at Planet Rockstock in Wales in December.
Invocation, the follow-up to 2022 studio album The Wings of Salvation, hints at being one of Troy Redfern's strongest, if not best, outing, as Redfern confirms:
"On the forthcoming album, I wanted to write and record songs that were bigger and ballsier than what has come before. The new songs embrace more of the rockier elements of my writing and playing, but I’ve also given myself the creative freedom to explore and feel out other styles, or aspects of my writing, that have not been heard on any of my other albums.
On Invocation, I think I have finally perfected my own contemporary signature sound."
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The support to Philip Sayce will be followed by a mainstage performance at Planet Rockstock in Wales in December.
Invocation, the follow-up to 2022 studio album The Wings of Salvation, hints at being one of Troy Redfern's strongest, if not best, outing, as Redfern confirms:
"On the forthcoming album, I wanted to write and record songs that were bigger and ballsier than what has come before. The new songs embrace more of the rockier elements of my writing and playing, but I’ve also given myself the creative freedom to explore and feel out other styles, or aspects of my writing, that have not been heard on any of my other albums.
On Invocation, I think I have finally perfected my own contemporary signature sound."
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Flamenco glam-punksters the Gypsy Pistoleros recently released their new album Duende A Go Go Loco! via Earache. Purchase here: https://webstore.earache.com/A-Z/g/gypsy-pistoleros
The album, recorded, mixed & produced by Dave Draper (The Wildhearts, Nickelback, Kerbdog, Terrorvision, The Professionals), brings together all facets of this unique sounding band, blending fiery flamenco passion with gritty, gutter-glam punk, big hooks, attitude, and sleaze.
The album also features recent singles 'The Ballad Of Tommy Shelby,' 'What's It Like To Be a Girl?, their glam-punk take of Dexys Midnight Runners hit 'Come On Eileen' andf latest single, 'Like Tears in The Rain.'
The new single is a dark pop-punk homage to one of the greatest scenes in Sci-Fi/ movie history, from the original Blade Runner, where dying replicant Roy Batty, played by Rutger Hauer, delivers what has become known as the "Tears in the Rain" monologue.
The album, recorded, mixed & produced by Dave Draper (The Wildhearts, Nickelback, Kerbdog, Terrorvision, The Professionals), brings together all facets of this unique sounding band, blending fiery flamenco passion with gritty, gutter-glam punk, big hooks, attitude, and sleaze.
The album also features recent singles 'The Ballad Of Tommy Shelby,' 'What's It Like To Be a Girl?, their glam-punk take of Dexys Midnight Runners hit 'Come On Eileen' andf latest single, 'Like Tears in The Rain.'
The new single is a dark pop-punk homage to one of the greatest scenes in Sci-Fi/ movie history, from the original Blade Runner, where dying replicant Roy Batty, played by Rutger Hauer, delivers what has become known as the "Tears in the Rain" monologue.
The Gypsy Pistoleros played five straight Rocklahoma festivals in Oklahoma from 2007-2011; they are a band that tours extensively, playing with the likes of L.A. Guns, Faster Pussycat, UFO, Motorhead, Ratt, Twisted Sister, Poison, Skid Row, Dokken and ZZ Top, to name but ten of dozens.
"The Gypsy Pistoleros are a thrill-a-minute collection of melodic eye-patch swagger that smells of exotic spices and forbidden concubines, and sound like Hanoi Rocks - if Hanoi Rocks were sultans and snake charmers" - Classic Rock Magazine
"This, actually, is as good as sleaze ever got in the last decade. Gypsy Pistoleros was, and still are, a breath of fresh air. You will never hear another band like this, the greatest flamenco punk glam band ever.
- Maximum Volume Music
The Gypsy Pistoleros are:
Gypsy Lee Pistolero (Vocals); Shane Pistolero Sparkz (Guitars); Kerry Pistolero White (Bass); Crag Pistolero Shape (Drums)
http://www.gypsypistoleros.com/
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"The Gypsy Pistoleros are a thrill-a-minute collection of melodic eye-patch swagger that smells of exotic spices and forbidden concubines, and sound like Hanoi Rocks - if Hanoi Rocks were sultans and snake charmers" - Classic Rock Magazine
"This, actually, is as good as sleaze ever got in the last decade. Gypsy Pistoleros was, and still are, a breath of fresh air. You will never hear another band like this, the greatest flamenco punk glam band ever.
- Maximum Volume Music
The Gypsy Pistoleros are:
Gypsy Lee Pistolero (Vocals); Shane Pistolero Sparkz (Guitars); Kerry Pistolero White (Bass); Crag Pistolero Shape (Drums)
http://www.gypsypistoleros.com/
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British contemporary rock band Kira Mac have announced a 12-date Spring 2024 UK Tour (see poster below).
Planet Rock launched a 48-Hour Ticket Pre-sale on Monday 23rd October:
https://planetrock.seetickets.com/tour/kira-mac
Tickets go on general sale from 10am on Wednesday 25th October 25th via the planet rock link, thegigcartel.com and www.kiramac.com
Kira Mac, one of the UK's hottest rock up and comers, reinvent the classic rock genre with a modern and contemporary twist.
Their music carries the power of old-school rock, but fused with contemporary flair and a generous dose of rock 'n’ roll attitude, heard to fine effect on last year's attention grabbing debut album, Chaos Is Calling, which included a handful of impacting singles including 'Mississippi Swinging.'
(Read FabricationsHQ's feature review of the album here).
Planet Rock launched a 48-Hour Ticket Pre-sale on Monday 23rd October:
https://planetrock.seetickets.com/tour/kira-mac
Tickets go on general sale from 10am on Wednesday 25th October 25th via the planet rock link, thegigcartel.com and www.kiramac.com
Kira Mac, one of the UK's hottest rock up and comers, reinvent the classic rock genre with a modern and contemporary twist.
Their music carries the power of old-school rock, but fused with contemporary flair and a generous dose of rock 'n’ roll attitude, heard to fine effect on last year's attention grabbing debut album, Chaos Is Calling, which included a handful of impacting singles including 'Mississippi Swinging.'
(Read FabricationsHQ's feature review of the album here).
Hailing from various corners of the UK, this diverse collective of musicians serendipitously crossed paths in the heart of Manchester in 2018.
United by a shared passion for crafting authentic music inspired by working-class struggles,
Kira Mac's influences span the rich tapestry of rock and other musical genres, including hard blues.
Fronted by Rhiannon Hill’s powerhouse vocals and Joe Worrall's guitar skills, the band delivers a fresh take on rock 'n roll songwriting, with a distinctive sound.
Check them out next Spring and hear for yourselves.
United by a shared passion for crafting authentic music inspired by working-class struggles,
Kira Mac's influences span the rich tapestry of rock and other musical genres, including hard blues.
Fronted by Rhiannon Hill’s powerhouse vocals and Joe Worrall's guitar skills, the band delivers a fresh take on rock 'n roll songwriting, with a distinctive sound.
Check them out next Spring and hear for yourselves.
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Psychedelic Montreal four-piece rock and roll band The Damn Truth have released a brand new single entitled 'I Just Gotta Let You Know.'
The single is available to pre-save at https://music.spectramusique.com/ijglyk
"This is the first song from the sessions for our forthcoming studio album that we are recording with producer Bob Rock at Bryan Adam’s recording studio The Warehouse in Vancouver," says lead singer Lee-La Baum, who continues: "I don’t know exactly what comes over me, but when I’m in the vocal booth singing into Frank Sinatra’s mic, knowing that Bob is in the other room, basically hanging on my every breath, I am able to let go and try all sorts of things that weren’t ever in my mind before. It’s really freaking fun!"
Of the song, guitarist Tom Sherman says "The whole thing started with a riff and I knew immediately that I had something cool here; I showed the riff to Lee-la and she came up with the melody and lyrics for the verses right there on the spot!"
The single is available to pre-save at https://music.spectramusique.com/ijglyk
"This is the first song from the sessions for our forthcoming studio album that we are recording with producer Bob Rock at Bryan Adam’s recording studio The Warehouse in Vancouver," says lead singer Lee-La Baum, who continues: "I don’t know exactly what comes over me, but when I’m in the vocal booth singing into Frank Sinatra’s mic, knowing that Bob is in the other room, basically hanging on my every breath, I am able to let go and try all sorts of things that weren’t ever in my mind before. It’s really freaking fun!"
Of the song, guitarist Tom Sherman says "The whole thing started with a riff and I knew immediately that I had something cool here; I showed the riff to Lee-la and she came up with the melody and lyrics for the verses right there on the spot!"
In 2021, The Damn Truth released the critically acclaimed album Now or Nowhere, produced by Bob Rock.
The band have since been championed by the music press with extensive magazine coverage in Rolling Stone France, Classic Rock, Blues Matters, Guitarist, Powerplay, Guitar Techniques, Record Collector, Fireworks, Blues in Britain, Hard Rock Hell, MNPR, and R’N’R Magazine.
The Damn Truth have toured Europe and North America and opened tours for Z.Z. Top, The Sheepdogs, Styx, King King and Rival Sons; they were also featured on Joe Bonamassa’s 2021 Keeping The Blues Alive Stream-A-Thon, sold out the legendary Whisky a Go-Go in Los Angeles and the Corona Theatre in their hometown of Montreal.
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The band have since been championed by the music press with extensive magazine coverage in Rolling Stone France, Classic Rock, Blues Matters, Guitarist, Powerplay, Guitar Techniques, Record Collector, Fireworks, Blues in Britain, Hard Rock Hell, MNPR, and R’N’R Magazine.
The Damn Truth have toured Europe and North America and opened tours for Z.Z. Top, The Sheepdogs, Styx, King King and Rival Sons; they were also featured on Joe Bonamassa’s 2021 Keeping The Blues Alive Stream-A-Thon, sold out the legendary Whisky a Go-Go in Los Angeles and the Corona Theatre in their hometown of Montreal.
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Robert Jon & The Wreck, the roots rock & roll collective from Southern California, have just released a brand new single entitled 'Hold On.'
Like previous single, the raucous and rollin 'Stone Cold Killer,' the new single was produced by Kevin Shirley at The Village Studios in Los Angeles.
"Hold On is a track that wrestles with the question of every touring musician of how long can you hold on to this crazy lifestyle of being on the road, away from loved ones and family," comments the 'Wreck's front man Robert Jon Burrison. "The song started out as a soundcheck riff, with promise. It turned into a riff-based rock classic, with soaring vocals and ripping guitar lines!"
Like previous single, the raucous and rollin 'Stone Cold Killer,' the new single was produced by Kevin Shirley at The Village Studios in Los Angeles.
"Hold On is a track that wrestles with the question of every touring musician of how long can you hold on to this crazy lifestyle of being on the road, away from loved ones and family," comments the 'Wreck's front man Robert Jon Burrison. "The song started out as a soundcheck riff, with promise. It turned into a riff-based rock classic, with soaring vocals and ripping guitar lines!"
Photo by Adam Kennedy
Acting as teasers to their forthcoming album slated for release next year, 'Stone Cold Killer' and 'Hold On' showcase the band’s unique blend of southern styled rock, blues, and country that has garnered Robert Jon & The Wreck widespread acclaim.
Since forming in 2011, Robert Jon & The Wreck – Robert Jon Burrison (lead vocals, guitar), Andrew Espantman (drums, backing vocals), Henry James Schneekluth (lead guitar, backing vocals), Warren Murrel (bass) and recently joining as an official member, Jake Abernathie (keys) – have consistently grown, both in musical prowess and fanbase.
In addition to the release of their latest studio album Ride Into The Light, this year also saw RJTW release their first-ever concert film, Live At The Ancienne Belgique - the live CD/DVD set captures the Wreck amid their longest-ever tour (67 performances in 75 days across 9 countries).
'Hold On' is out now on all digital platforms via Joe Bonamassa's Journeyman Records.
Stream the single at: https://ktbarecords.com/streaming/robertjon/holdon/
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Since forming in 2011, Robert Jon & The Wreck – Robert Jon Burrison (lead vocals, guitar), Andrew Espantman (drums, backing vocals), Henry James Schneekluth (lead guitar, backing vocals), Warren Murrel (bass) and recently joining as an official member, Jake Abernathie (keys) – have consistently grown, both in musical prowess and fanbase.
In addition to the release of their latest studio album Ride Into The Light, this year also saw RJTW release their first-ever concert film, Live At The Ancienne Belgique - the live CD/DVD set captures the Wreck amid their longest-ever tour (67 performances in 75 days across 9 countries).
'Hold On' is out now on all digital platforms via Joe Bonamassa's Journeyman Records.
Stream the single at: https://ktbarecords.com/streaming/robertjon/holdon/
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Five time Grammy nominated guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd has announced his latest studio album, Dirt On My Diamonds Volume 1.
Set for release on November 17th via Provogue Records/Mascot Label Group, the new album, birthed from the legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, chronicles Kenny Wayne Shepherd's journey of musical evolution, touching on stories of loss, redemption, and memorable melodies, all crafted by an elite team of songwriters.
As Shepherd himself describes it, "Every record I make is a moment in time. And this is a really special moment."
The album's latest single, the crossover blues-pop of 'You Can’t Love Me', is a sonic embodiment of Shepherd's modern vision for blues, with contemplative lyricism that delves into the nuances of self-worth and love.
Set for release on November 17th via Provogue Records/Mascot Label Group, the new album, birthed from the legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, chronicles Kenny Wayne Shepherd's journey of musical evolution, touching on stories of loss, redemption, and memorable melodies, all crafted by an elite team of songwriters.
As Shepherd himself describes it, "Every record I make is a moment in time. And this is a really special moment."
The album's latest single, the crossover blues-pop of 'You Can’t Love Me', is a sonic embodiment of Shepherd's modern vision for blues, with contemplative lyricism that delves into the nuances of self-worth and love.
Kenny Wayne Shepherd’s musical life has never followed the script.
Steeped in classic blues and rock 'n' roll from an early age by his dad (a respected Louisiana radio personality and promoter) KWS soon reached for his first Fender Stratocaster and found he didn’t require lessons to make it cry and wail. Long before he was offered a record deal, he had clocked up countless miles on a merciless touring schedule of clubs he was still too young to drink in.
That old-school apprenticeship sharpened both his chops and songcraft; following on from 1995 debut Ledbetter Heights, KWS changed his world forever with 1997’s Trouble Is…
That breakthrough second album sold over one million copies in an era when post-grunge held sway. It was vindication, he nods.
With eighth album Lay It On Down (2017), KWS began what has become an enduring partnership with producer Marshall Altman.
"After Lay It On Down and The Traveler this is my third consecutive album working with Marshall, and the evolution almost feels like chapters in a book. To me, this album sounds incredibly fresh, modern and current" Says Shepherd.
Dirt On My Diamonds Volume 1 features seven originals that lift listeners above their circumstances at a time when life often feels bleak and bone-raw. "I didn’t want this record to be dark or dreary," considers Shepherd. "There’s not a lot of incredibly heart-wrenching or difficult subject matter… my goal is to make music that makes people feel good, regardless of what it’s about."
KWS also dipped into his mental jukebox for a rabble-rousing cover of Elton John’s 'Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting.'
"I always keep a catalogue in the back of my mind of songs I think my band could bring our thing to. The timing worked out well because Elton was doing his farewell tour and I love his guitar player, Davey Johnstone, who is also a friend."
Dirt On My Diamonds Volume 1, released 17th November.
Pre-order: https://lnk.to/KennyWayneShepherd
Track listing:
1. Dirt On My Diamonds; 2. Sweet & Low; 3. Best Of Times; 4. You Can't Love Me; 5. Man On A Mission; 6. Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting; 7. Bad Intentions; 8. Ease On My Mind
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Steeped in classic blues and rock 'n' roll from an early age by his dad (a respected Louisiana radio personality and promoter) KWS soon reached for his first Fender Stratocaster and found he didn’t require lessons to make it cry and wail. Long before he was offered a record deal, he had clocked up countless miles on a merciless touring schedule of clubs he was still too young to drink in.
That old-school apprenticeship sharpened both his chops and songcraft; following on from 1995 debut Ledbetter Heights, KWS changed his world forever with 1997’s Trouble Is…
That breakthrough second album sold over one million copies in an era when post-grunge held sway. It was vindication, he nods.
With eighth album Lay It On Down (2017), KWS began what has become an enduring partnership with producer Marshall Altman.
"After Lay It On Down and The Traveler this is my third consecutive album working with Marshall, and the evolution almost feels like chapters in a book. To me, this album sounds incredibly fresh, modern and current" Says Shepherd.
Dirt On My Diamonds Volume 1 features seven originals that lift listeners above their circumstances at a time when life often feels bleak and bone-raw. "I didn’t want this record to be dark or dreary," considers Shepherd. "There’s not a lot of incredibly heart-wrenching or difficult subject matter… my goal is to make music that makes people feel good, regardless of what it’s about."
KWS also dipped into his mental jukebox for a rabble-rousing cover of Elton John’s 'Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting.'
"I always keep a catalogue in the back of my mind of songs I think my band could bring our thing to. The timing worked out well because Elton was doing his farewell tour and I love his guitar player, Davey Johnstone, who is also a friend."
Dirt On My Diamonds Volume 1, released 17th November.
Pre-order: https://lnk.to/KennyWayneShepherd
Track listing:
1. Dirt On My Diamonds; 2. Sweet & Low; 3. Best Of Times; 4. You Can't Love Me; 5. Man On A Mission; 6. Saturday Night's Alright For Fighting; 7. Bad Intentions; 8. Ease On My Mind
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Robben Ford is one of the most tasteful blues guitarists of all-time with a resume of collaborations reading like a veritable "who’s who" of musical greats (it is for that very reason he can call upon some of the finest musicians out there to create a band that serves the music so well).
Similarly, as a live performer, he is revered, pouring heart and soul into every note that travels from stage to audience.
On upcoming release Night In The City, such performances are underlined and presented like never before.
Recorded at City Winery, Nashville in 2021, the performance was Robben Ford’s first live show following the Covid lockdown, which added to the excitement and expectation from both band and crowd.
You can get a taster of Night In The City with the previously unreleased track 'Anto'Nate'n'Tate.'
Similarly, as a live performer, he is revered, pouring heart and soul into every note that travels from stage to audience.
On upcoming release Night In The City, such performances are underlined and presented like never before.
Recorded at City Winery, Nashville in 2021, the performance was Robben Ford’s first live show following the Covid lockdown, which added to the excitement and expectation from both band and crowd.
You can get a taster of Night In The City with the previously unreleased track 'Anto'Nate'n'Tate.'
"It had been so long since playing a significant, live show that expectations were very much heightened," comments Robben Ford. "There was an edge that kept us all on our toes and the audience was hungry for a good time. They were very supportive, which was great, because we needed that, but the fact I had such a great band is what made the evening for me. All the guys are top players, and that helps a band leader relax.
And if a live recording really represents the best of you, that’s a real, and even rare success."
Night in the City will be released on December 1st on earMUSIC as CD-digipak, 180g black vinyl in gatefold sleeve and all digital platforms.
Pre-order: https://robbenford.lnk.to/NightInTheCityPR
Band line-up:
Robben Ford (guitar & vocals); Nate Smith (drums); Anton Nesbit (bass); Jeff Coffin (saxophone & bass clarinet); Jovan Quallo (saxophone)
Tracklisting (CD):
Go; Blues For Lonnie Johnson; Cotton Candy; Balafon; Anto'Nate'n'Tate; Just Another Country Road; Pure/ White Rock Beer… 8cents; At The Apollo
Tracklisting (LP):
Side A: Go; Balafon; Pure/ White Rock Beer
Side B: Cotton Candy; Blues For Lonnie Johnson; Anto'Nate'n'Tate; Just Another Country Road
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And if a live recording really represents the best of you, that’s a real, and even rare success."
Night in the City will be released on December 1st on earMUSIC as CD-digipak, 180g black vinyl in gatefold sleeve and all digital platforms.
Pre-order: https://robbenford.lnk.to/NightInTheCityPR
Band line-up:
Robben Ford (guitar & vocals); Nate Smith (drums); Anton Nesbit (bass); Jeff Coffin (saxophone & bass clarinet); Jovan Quallo (saxophone)
Tracklisting (CD):
Go; Blues For Lonnie Johnson; Cotton Candy; Balafon; Anto'Nate'n'Tate; Just Another Country Road; Pure/ White Rock Beer… 8cents; At The Apollo
Tracklisting (LP):
Side A: Go; Balafon; Pure/ White Rock Beer
Side B: Cotton Candy; Blues For Lonnie Johnson; Anto'Nate'n'Tate; Just Another Country Road
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On 24th November the first in a series of box sets commemorating the life and music of John Wetton will be released.
An Extraordinary Life contains 8 newly remastered CDs, featuring the six solo albums John Wetton released between 1980 and 2011, with each album now including special bonus tracks.
Two further discs feature a collection of rare, live and unreleased material from the vaults, compiled by John`s archivist, Rick Nelson. Pre-order by clicking here
Housed in a 12 by 12 box, the set also includes a 64-page book with an introduction by legendary artist Roger Dean and comprehensive sleeve notes by Nick Shilton, author of John Wetton’s biography, An Extraordinary Life, which was published earlier this year.
With a career spanning more than four decades, John Wetton`s rich baritone voice and accomplished bass playing has adorned many recordings.
Wetton was a member of several influential and much-loved bands including Family, King Crimson, Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash, Roxy Music, UK, Asia and Icon.
He also appeared on a host of albums as a guest artist or session player, including for Bryan Ferry, Steve Hackett, Brian Eno, Renaissance and Galahad.
In addition, and as encompassed within this box set, he had an extensive and accomplished solo career.
John Wetton sadly passed in 2017.
An Extraordinary Life
DISC 1: Caught in The Crossfire (1980)
DISC 2: Battle Lines (1994)
DISC 3: Arkangel (1997)
DISC 4: Welcome to Heaven (2000)
DISC 5: Rock of Faith (2003)
DISC 6: Raised in Captivity (2011)
DISC 7: New Live and Unreleased Tracks
DISC 8: New Live and Unreleased Tracks
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An Extraordinary Life contains 8 newly remastered CDs, featuring the six solo albums John Wetton released between 1980 and 2011, with each album now including special bonus tracks.
Two further discs feature a collection of rare, live and unreleased material from the vaults, compiled by John`s archivist, Rick Nelson. Pre-order by clicking here
Housed in a 12 by 12 box, the set also includes a 64-page book with an introduction by legendary artist Roger Dean and comprehensive sleeve notes by Nick Shilton, author of John Wetton’s biography, An Extraordinary Life, which was published earlier this year.
With a career spanning more than four decades, John Wetton`s rich baritone voice and accomplished bass playing has adorned many recordings.
Wetton was a member of several influential and much-loved bands including Family, King Crimson, Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash, Roxy Music, UK, Asia and Icon.
He also appeared on a host of albums as a guest artist or session player, including for Bryan Ferry, Steve Hackett, Brian Eno, Renaissance and Galahad.
In addition, and as encompassed within this box set, he had an extensive and accomplished solo career.
John Wetton sadly passed in 2017.
An Extraordinary Life
DISC 1: Caught in The Crossfire (1980)
DISC 2: Battle Lines (1994)
DISC 3: Arkangel (1997)
DISC 4: Welcome to Heaven (2000)
DISC 5: Rock of Faith (2003)
DISC 6: Raised in Captivity (2011)
DISC 7: New Live and Unreleased Tracks
DISC 8: New Live and Unreleased Tracks
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Blue Öyster Cult, who celebrated their 50th Anniversary with three very special sold-out shows at Sony Hall in NYC in September, will commemorate the first of those performances with 50th Anniversary Live – First Night, set for release on Frontiers Records on December 8th.
Pre order at: https://orcd.co/boc50thfirstnight
The Frontiers label will also be releasing each subsequent night’s performance as a special individual package.
For this historic half-century career milestone, each show featured the band playing, in its entirety, one of their first three albums (Blue Oyster Cult, Tyranny And Mutation, Secret Treaties); the album sets were followed by a selection of deeper cuts and classics from their other albums.
Co-founding member Albert Bouchard was also a special guest on all three nights.
Pre order at: https://orcd.co/boc50thfirstnight
The Frontiers label will also be releasing each subsequent night’s performance as a special individual package.
For this historic half-century career milestone, each show featured the band playing, in its entirety, one of their first three albums (Blue Oyster Cult, Tyranny And Mutation, Secret Treaties); the album sets were followed by a selection of deeper cuts and classics from their other albums.
Co-founding member Albert Bouchard was also a special guest on all three nights.
Upon the release of BÖC’s self-titled debut album in 1972, the band was praised for its catchy-yet-heavy music and lyrics that could be provocative, terrifying, funny or ambiguous, often all in the same song.
(Indeed the Long Island, NY based band is revered within the hard rock and heavy metal scene for its pioneering work).
For the five decades following, the band has thrilled fans of intelligent hard rock with powerful albums loaded with classic songs - they also occupy a unique place in rock history as one of very few hard rock/heavy metal bands to earn both genuine mainstream critical acclaim and commercial success.
BÖC’s original core duo of vocalist/ lead guitarist Donald "Buck Dharma" Roeser and vocalist/ rhythm guitarist Eric Bloom are complemented by the longtime BÖC trio of Richie Castellano (guitar, keyboards), Danny Miranda (bass) and Jules Radino (drums).
The band, who have always maintained a relentless touring schedule, released a long awaited new studio album, The Symbol Remain, in 2020, to rave reviews.
Blue Oyster Cult – 50th Anniversary Live – First Night
Track listing:
Disc 1: Transmaniacon MC; I’m On the Lamb But I Ain’t No Sheep; Then Came the Last Days of May; Stairway to the Stars; Before the Kiss, a Redcap; Screams; She’s as Beautiful as a Foot; Cities on Flame With Rock and Roll; Workshop of the Telescopes; Redeemed
Disc 2: Dr. Music; Burnin’ For You; Train True (Lenny’s Song); Tainted Blood; Harvest Moon; Dancin’ in the Ruins; The Vigil; Career of Evil; Box in My Head; Godzilla; (Don’t Fear) The Reaper; In Thee; That Was Me; Hot Rails to Hell
Same track listing on DVD/ Blu-Ray
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(Indeed the Long Island, NY based band is revered within the hard rock and heavy metal scene for its pioneering work).
For the five decades following, the band has thrilled fans of intelligent hard rock with powerful albums loaded with classic songs - they also occupy a unique place in rock history as one of very few hard rock/heavy metal bands to earn both genuine mainstream critical acclaim and commercial success.
BÖC’s original core duo of vocalist/ lead guitarist Donald "Buck Dharma" Roeser and vocalist/ rhythm guitarist Eric Bloom are complemented by the longtime BÖC trio of Richie Castellano (guitar, keyboards), Danny Miranda (bass) and Jules Radino (drums).
The band, who have always maintained a relentless touring schedule, released a long awaited new studio album, The Symbol Remain, in 2020, to rave reviews.
Blue Oyster Cult – 50th Anniversary Live – First Night
Track listing:
Disc 1: Transmaniacon MC; I’m On the Lamb But I Ain’t No Sheep; Then Came the Last Days of May; Stairway to the Stars; Before the Kiss, a Redcap; Screams; She’s as Beautiful as a Foot; Cities on Flame With Rock and Roll; Workshop of the Telescopes; Redeemed
Disc 2: Dr. Music; Burnin’ For You; Train True (Lenny’s Song); Tainted Blood; Harvest Moon; Dancin’ in the Ruins; The Vigil; Career of Evil; Box in My Head; Godzilla; (Don’t Fear) The Reaper; In Thee; That Was Me; Hot Rails to Hell
Same track listing on DVD/ Blu-Ray
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Following hot on the rawkin’ heels of 'Constellations,' British blues-rock riffmeister Jack J Hutchinson has released a new song entitld 'Days are Gone;' the single is the second impressive taster from his upcoming new album Battles, which will be released February 9th 2024 via Earache Digital Distribution.
'Days are Gone' follows in 'Constellations' riff-driven wake, delivering a three-and-a-half minute nugget of catchy, contemporary rock.
The track, co-written with producer Josiah Manning, started with a riff Jack wrote in Los Angeles last year after hanging out at the famed Whiskey a Go Go. Steeped in the Sunset Strip vibe, Hutchinson headed back to his hotel room to set about writing his own larger-than-life riff, overlaying it with one of his most melodic choruses to date.
"The song is about resilience in the face of adversity," Jack explains, "We’ve all got people in our lives that want tear us down and see us fail, but the key is never giving up. We all make mistakes, but it’s about learning from them, moving on and embracing tomorrow."
'Days are Gone' follows in 'Constellations' riff-driven wake, delivering a three-and-a-half minute nugget of catchy, contemporary rock.
The track, co-written with producer Josiah Manning, started with a riff Jack wrote in Los Angeles last year after hanging out at the famed Whiskey a Go Go. Steeped in the Sunset Strip vibe, Hutchinson headed back to his hotel room to set about writing his own larger-than-life riff, overlaying it with one of his most melodic choruses to date.
"The song is about resilience in the face of adversity," Jack explains, "We’ve all got people in our lives that want tear us down and see us fail, but the key is never giving up. We all make mistakes, but it’s about learning from them, moving on and embracing tomorrow."
Pre-order the forthcoming new album Battles at: https://eyesoremerch.com/bands/j/jack-j-hutchinson/
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Welsh alternative rock trio The Joy Formidable have issued the third of a trio of singles that was first initiated in early August.
In marked contrast to the commercial appeal of predecessors 'Cut Your Face' and 'The Hat,' 'Share My Heat' is over 15 minutes long and winds its way through numerous musical twists and turns in relentless, but exhilarating, fashion.
You can stream the single via https://onerpm.link/sharemyheat
The accompanying video also perfectly fits the lyrical profile, as the band’s vocalist and guitarist Ritzy Bryan explains: "It’s a song about true connection and love. Deep, selfless love between humans is a beautiful part of our existence, but I’m also singing about our inherent love of nature, the living world, and our kinship to everything: plants, animals, mountains and water.
Can we repair our relationship with the earth and bring more reciprocity, compassion and companionship to a world that already gives us so much."
In marked contrast to the commercial appeal of predecessors 'Cut Your Face' and 'The Hat,' 'Share My Heat' is over 15 minutes long and winds its way through numerous musical twists and turns in relentless, but exhilarating, fashion.
You can stream the single via https://onerpm.link/sharemyheat
The accompanying video also perfectly fits the lyrical profile, as the band’s vocalist and guitarist Ritzy Bryan explains: "It’s a song about true connection and love. Deep, selfless love between humans is a beautiful part of our existence, but I’m also singing about our inherent love of nature, the living world, and our kinship to everything: plants, animals, mountains and water.
Can we repair our relationship with the earth and bring more reciprocity, compassion and companionship to a world that already gives us so much."
Comprised of lead vocalist/ guitarist Ritzy Bryan, bassist/ vocalist Rhydian Dafydd and drummer Matt Thomas, The Joy Formidable are originally from North Wales and currently split their time between there and Utah, "in the middle of nowhere" (the closest thing they could find in the USA to their home turf).
They released their most recent album, Into The Blue, in 2021, touring it extensively in North America.
(TJF photo by Joe Singh @snaprockandpop)
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They released their most recent album, Into The Blue, in 2021, touring it extensively in North America.
(TJF photo by Joe Singh @snaprockandpop)
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Photo by Roberto Villano
British melodic rockers FM have announced their Old Habits Die Hard 40th Anniversary UK Tour for next year.
The tour will take in 15 dates throughout April, May and June of 2024.
Planet Rock’s 48-hour ticket pre-sale went on-line September 26th via planetrock.com
Tickets go on general sale at 9am on Thursday September 28th via thegigcartel.com and www.fmofficial.com
Concert going fans can also become VIP ticket holders.
VIP’ers will access the venue early* to meet the band via a meet & greet prior to the show and receive a signed souvenir poster and limited edition tour laminate.
There are a limited number of VIP tickets allocated to each show, so booking early is recommended.
(* Customer to arrive at the venue 1hour 15mins before advertised door times).
On the celebratory Anniversary tour FM will be performing songs from their thirteen studio albums, including their critically acclaimed 1984 debut album Indiscreet, plus songs from their forthcoming fourteenth studio album Old Habits Die Hard, to be released next year.
"From our meeting in a Notting Hill pub in 1984 to our ‘one off’ comeback gig at Firefest 2007, it's great to now arrive at our 40th Anniversary shows," says FM drummer Pete Jupp. "Who'd have thought we'd reach such a milestone!"
FM are:
Steve Overland (vocals, guitar); Merv Goldsworthy (bass guitar); Pete Jupp (drums); Jem Davis (keyboards); Jim Kirkpatrick (guitars)
The tour will take in 15 dates throughout April, May and June of 2024.
Planet Rock’s 48-hour ticket pre-sale went on-line September 26th via planetrock.com
Tickets go on general sale at 9am on Thursday September 28th via thegigcartel.com and www.fmofficial.com
Concert going fans can also become VIP ticket holders.
VIP’ers will access the venue early* to meet the band via a meet & greet prior to the show and receive a signed souvenir poster and limited edition tour laminate.
There are a limited number of VIP tickets allocated to each show, so booking early is recommended.
(* Customer to arrive at the venue 1hour 15mins before advertised door times).
On the celebratory Anniversary tour FM will be performing songs from their thirteen studio albums, including their critically acclaimed 1984 debut album Indiscreet, plus songs from their forthcoming fourteenth studio album Old Habits Die Hard, to be released next year.
"From our meeting in a Notting Hill pub in 1984 to our ‘one off’ comeback gig at Firefest 2007, it's great to now arrive at our 40th Anniversary shows," says FM drummer Pete Jupp. "Who'd have thought we'd reach such a milestone!"
FM are:
Steve Overland (vocals, guitar); Merv Goldsworthy (bass guitar); Pete Jupp (drums); Jem Davis (keyboards); Jim Kirkpatrick (guitars)
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"I just want to play straight forward blues and adapt to the existing picture frame. That’s what I like, that’s what moves me so that’s what I’m gonna do."
That comment, from singer-songwriter-guitarist Francis Dunnery, known more for his long established and diversified solo career and the exceptional melodic pop/rock/prog-craft of the original It Bites, came from Dunnery when he debuted his all-original new Tombstone Dunnery blues band with a number of live shows in November 2022.
Now, with a just released Tombstone Dunnery album, the band return to the UK circuit for a run of October dates (full list of dates further below) to showcase the brand of Dunnery blues.
And it’s a genre Dunnery is no stranger to…
Brought up in a household filled with his older brothers’ blues records, FD’s guitar skills later brought him to the attention of the legendary Robert Plant, with whom he played guitar for three years.
"I basically got my blues education from Robert" comments Francis Dunnery. "He knows everything about the blues. He told me about Robert Johnson, Howlin’ Wolf, Muddy Waters, Lightnin’ Hopkins, BB King and all the other legends of the genre."
But it wasn’t until 2021 that Dunnery finally got the itch to record his own blues record.
"I was listening to Robert Johnson at home and the spirit of the man hit me like a ton of bricks… I finally woke up to the blues. I wrote about twenty blues songs in three days; they were pouring out of me, but I can’t honestly lay claim to any of them because they are so influenced by what has gone before.
You can’t really change the blues, you can only add your own emotion to the templates that already exist.
And I don’t want to play new blues, a spin on the blues, or even add anything new to the genre. I just want to carve my name on that old wall."
That comment, from singer-songwriter-guitarist Francis Dunnery, known more for his long established and diversified solo career and the exceptional melodic pop/rock/prog-craft of the original It Bites, came from Dunnery when he debuted his all-original new Tombstone Dunnery blues band with a number of live shows in November 2022.
Now, with a just released Tombstone Dunnery album, the band return to the UK circuit for a run of October dates (full list of dates further below) to showcase the brand of Dunnery blues.
And it’s a genre Dunnery is no stranger to…
Brought up in a household filled with his older brothers’ blues records, FD’s guitar skills later brought him to the attention of the legendary Robert Plant, with whom he played guitar for three years.
"I basically got my blues education from Robert" comments Francis Dunnery. "He knows everything about the blues. He told me about Robert Johnson, Howlin’ Wolf, Muddy Waters, Lightnin’ Hopkins, BB King and all the other legends of the genre."
But it wasn’t until 2021 that Dunnery finally got the itch to record his own blues record.
"I was listening to Robert Johnson at home and the spirit of the man hit me like a ton of bricks… I finally woke up to the blues. I wrote about twenty blues songs in three days; they were pouring out of me, but I can’t honestly lay claim to any of them because they are so influenced by what has gone before.
You can’t really change the blues, you can only add your own emotion to the templates that already exist.
And I don’t want to play new blues, a spin on the blues, or even add anything new to the genre. I just want to carve my name on that old wall."
The Blues of Tombstone Dunnery, Vol.1 is, quite simply, "Blues, blues and more blues. Great blues songs, great blues musicians and superb blues guitar" says the man himself.
The album, featuring Francis Dunnery (guitars, vocals), Paul Brown (bass), Phil Beaumont (drums), Quint Starkie (rhythm guitar), Nigel Hopkins (keys), Neil Yates (brass & woodwind) and Deanne Blazey (backing vocals), can be purchased by clicking here.
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The album, featuring Francis Dunnery (guitars, vocals), Paul Brown (bass), Phil Beaumont (drums), Quint Starkie (rhythm guitar), Nigel Hopkins (keys), Neil Yates (brass & woodwind) and Deanne Blazey (backing vocals), can be purchased by clicking here.
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On the back of his impacting alt-rock-blues Resurrection EP, and recent single 'Lonsome Road,' Nu-Blues singer-songwriter-guitarist Ben Hemming has followed up with another new song, 'Dark Waters.'
The song, like 'Lonseome Road,' is lifted from Hemming's forthcoming new album Darkness Before Dawn, set for release next year.
Stream the song here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/benhemming/dark-waters
The song, like 'Lonseome Road,' is lifted from Hemming's forthcoming new album Darkness Before Dawn, set for release next year.
Stream the song here: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/benhemming/dark-waters
The songs on the 5 track Resurrection EP were, as the title suggests, a musical rebirth for Ben Hemming, with a lyrical slant that looked at a re-evaluation of one’s self in a modern, and seemingly lost world.
'Lonesome Road' and 'Dark Waters' point to a continuation of that rebirth, through brooding, muscly blues and honest or contemplative lyricism.
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'Lonesome Road' and 'Dark Waters' point to a continuation of that rebirth, through brooding, muscly blues and honest or contemplative lyricism.
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Award-winning singer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalist Tony Moore recently completed a London residency at The Bedford, Balham and The Camden Club (as well as a performance in Guildford) performing his one-man, multi-media AWAKE show.
Discussing the message and concept behind the immersive AWAKE live experience, Tony Moore explains:
"AWAKE is a concept album. In an age where people are releasing solo tracks, I’ve gone against the grain and gone right back to my roots, to 60s and 70s concept music and progressive rock.
AWAKE is something I am absolutely passionate about and it seems to be translating to other people.
The tagline is, in a nutshell ‘a journey to discover truth, meaning and love in a world that’s gone crazy'."
Guildford is just the start of the “AWAKE To Go journey” as Tony puts it, with more shows scheduled to be announced in the coming months.
Discussing the message and concept behind the immersive AWAKE live experience, Tony Moore explains:
"AWAKE is a concept album. In an age where people are releasing solo tracks, I’ve gone against the grain and gone right back to my roots, to 60s and 70s concept music and progressive rock.
AWAKE is something I am absolutely passionate about and it seems to be translating to other people.
The tagline is, in a nutshell ‘a journey to discover truth, meaning and love in a world that’s gone crazy'."
Guildford is just the start of the “AWAKE To Go journey” as Tony puts it, with more shows scheduled to be announced in the coming months.
Tony Moore is a British singer, songwriter, radio presenter and music promoter who has had a truly eclectic career in the music business.
He started musical life as the (one and only) keyboard player in an original line up of Iron Maiden before going on to form a band called Tanz Der Youth with Brian James (ex-Damned) and achieving critical acclaim as part of the New Wave of British music at the end of the 70’s.
In the mid 80’s Tony’s band Radio Java had a Christmas hit in Holland with 'Fool,' which was recorded at Abbey Road and lifted from the band’s Some Of The Parts album.
In 1986 he joined Cutting Crew as keyboard player; the band went on to have worldwide success with the song '(I Just) Died In Your Arms.'
Through the 90’s he was co-writer, producer and musical director for Argentinian artist Marie Claire D’Ubaldo, who had enormous success throughout Europe with 'The Rhythm Is Magic.'
On February 1st 2021, Tony Moore uploaded a live demo performance of a new, nine-minute song he had just finished called 'AWAKE.'
Thousands of views, alongside a growing list of enthusiastic and complimentary comments in just a few days, sowed the seeds for the AWAKE concept and subsequent one-man performances.
Music fans will also be able to see Tony Moore when he plays as Special Guest to British Lion (who feature Iron Maiden’s Steve Harris) when they return to the UK road to play 16 dates through January 2024.
Gig dates/ tickets here: https://britishlionuk.com/tour/
For more information on Tony Moore and AWAKE visit:
www.awakemusic.info/wp/
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He started musical life as the (one and only) keyboard player in an original line up of Iron Maiden before going on to form a band called Tanz Der Youth with Brian James (ex-Damned) and achieving critical acclaim as part of the New Wave of British music at the end of the 70’s.
In the mid 80’s Tony’s band Radio Java had a Christmas hit in Holland with 'Fool,' which was recorded at Abbey Road and lifted from the band’s Some Of The Parts album.
In 1986 he joined Cutting Crew as keyboard player; the band went on to have worldwide success with the song '(I Just) Died In Your Arms.'
Through the 90’s he was co-writer, producer and musical director for Argentinian artist Marie Claire D’Ubaldo, who had enormous success throughout Europe with 'The Rhythm Is Magic.'
On February 1st 2021, Tony Moore uploaded a live demo performance of a new, nine-minute song he had just finished called 'AWAKE.'
Thousands of views, alongside a growing list of enthusiastic and complimentary comments in just a few days, sowed the seeds for the AWAKE concept and subsequent one-man performances.
Music fans will also be able to see Tony Moore when he plays as Special Guest to British Lion (who feature Iron Maiden’s Steve Harris) when they return to the UK road to play 16 dates through January 2024.
Gig dates/ tickets here: https://britishlionuk.com/tour/
For more information on Tony Moore and AWAKE visit:
www.awakemusic.info/wp/
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Rising Los Angeles Indie/ alt-pop rockers Bittersweethearts have released a brand new single entitled 'Empty.'
The shimmering pop-rocker features a lyric about becoming free of a toxic relationship, as enchanting front woman Zoe Infante states:
"I was in a failing relationship that was so draining. People in life can have that effect on you and it's hard to see it until you reach a breaking point. This song is about finally realizing that person was not good for me. I’m sure a lot of people can relate to that."
The band, who are completed by Alyssa Robertson (guitars), Zach Andrews (bass) and Daniel Jun (drums) share the same belief.
"Modern-day society holds an unrealistic view of women. A woman has to be a certain way when the guy isn’t pulling their weight, not being a good partner, while still having to believe everything is great with a smile on her face. Being with someone doesn’t work like that; sooner or later something gives and you have to get out. That’s the moment you can transform a situation for the better – the reward of being free of toxicity."
The accompanying video, which evokes imagery of the hit 90’s film Thelma and Louise in a 1950’s setting with a pop art gloss, was produced by Vicente Cordero of Industrial Films (Nita Strauss, The Winery Dogs).
The shimmering pop-rocker features a lyric about becoming free of a toxic relationship, as enchanting front woman Zoe Infante states:
"I was in a failing relationship that was so draining. People in life can have that effect on you and it's hard to see it until you reach a breaking point. This song is about finally realizing that person was not good for me. I’m sure a lot of people can relate to that."
The band, who are completed by Alyssa Robertson (guitars), Zach Andrews (bass) and Daniel Jun (drums) share the same belief.
"Modern-day society holds an unrealistic view of women. A woman has to be a certain way when the guy isn’t pulling their weight, not being a good partner, while still having to believe everything is great with a smile on her face. Being with someone doesn’t work like that; sooner or later something gives and you have to get out. That’s the moment you can transform a situation for the better – the reward of being free of toxicity."
The accompanying video, which evokes imagery of the hit 90’s film Thelma and Louise in a 1950’s setting with a pop art gloss, was produced by Vicente Cordero of Industrial Films (Nita Strauss, The Winery Dogs).
Download/ stream the single here: https://li.sten.to/bshempty
"The Bittersweethearts embody Tarantino-esque rock vibes, an air of Blondie mixing a cocktail with Mazzy Star in a back alley behind CBGB’s in Manhattan's East Village, and Shirley Manson."
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"The Bittersweethearts embody Tarantino-esque rock vibes, an air of Blondie mixing a cocktail with Mazzy Star in a back alley behind CBGB’s in Manhattan's East Village, and Shirley Manson."
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Fresh from supporting Ted Nugent across the USA, southern styled outlaw country band Hillbilly Vegas have announced their very first UK tour.
The band will, firstly, be on the UK roads in January 2024 as special guests to Luke Morley on his six date tour promoting his recent solo album Songs From The Blue Room;
Following the Luke Morley gigs, Hillbilly Vegas will play the Winter's End festival at Trecco Bay, Wales, on February 4th. The band will then follow on with five headline shows across England (see gig list below).
To celebrate the announcement of the UK dates, Hillbilly Vegas have launched a lyric video for 'Hell To Pay,' which has already stormed into the Billboard Rock Top 10 in the USA.
The 'rockaboogie' number is lifted from the band's critically acclaimed 2022 album The Great Southern Hustle.
The band will, firstly, be on the UK roads in January 2024 as special guests to Luke Morley on his six date tour promoting his recent solo album Songs From The Blue Room;
Following the Luke Morley gigs, Hillbilly Vegas will play the Winter's End festival at Trecco Bay, Wales, on February 4th. The band will then follow on with five headline shows across England (see gig list below).
To celebrate the announcement of the UK dates, Hillbilly Vegas have launched a lyric video for 'Hell To Pay,' which has already stormed into the Billboard Rock Top 10 in the USA.
The 'rockaboogie' number is lifted from the band's critically acclaimed 2022 album The Great Southern Hustle.
"We are thrilled to have the opportunity to bring our live show to the UK", says the Hillbilly’s Steve Harris.
"Firstly, to be asked to support the great Luke Morley – that's a dream gig! We are huge fans of Thunder… we can’t tell you how exciting it is for us to support Luke on his first solo dates. It’s a great album and he’s such a great songwriter and player.
Secondly, being a part of the Planet Rock Winter's End – another dream gig! Then our own headline dates... that's just a lot of checks off the old bucket list for a bunch of guys from Oklahoma!"
Tickets are on sale now from the venues or via Hillbilly-Vegas.com
Additionally, buyers of advance tickets for the band’s headline shows will receive a free, exclusive tour edition CD of highlights from their now legendary London Troubadour debut.
"Should Hillbilly Vegas ever be playing near you, grab a moonshine still and get your Southern Hustle on."
- FabricationsHQ
"Firstly, to be asked to support the great Luke Morley – that's a dream gig! We are huge fans of Thunder… we can’t tell you how exciting it is for us to support Luke on his first solo dates. It’s a great album and he’s such a great songwriter and player.
Secondly, being a part of the Planet Rock Winter's End – another dream gig! Then our own headline dates... that's just a lot of checks off the old bucket list for a bunch of guys from Oklahoma!"
Tickets are on sale now from the venues or via Hillbilly-Vegas.com
Additionally, buyers of advance tickets for the band’s headline shows will receive a free, exclusive tour edition CD of highlights from their now legendary London Troubadour debut.
"Should Hillbilly Vegas ever be playing near you, grab a moonshine still and get your Southern Hustle on."
- FabricationsHQ
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In the wake of their full-length debut album Can I Get a Witness amassing over 5M streams, The Georgia Thunderbolts have returned with a brand new single entitled 'Gonna Shine.'
The song, which you can stream here, will feature on their upcoming studio album, scheduled for release next year.
The song, which you can stream here, will feature on their upcoming studio album, scheduled for release next year.
Hailing from Rome, Georgia, at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, The Georgia Thunderbolts have blazed a trail for a new generation of classic southern rock enthusiasts. Their sound, rooted in soulful southern swagger, blues, and rock, is influenced by their eclectic inspirations, which span from southern gospel and Hank Williams to the likes of Ozzy Osbourne, Lynyrd Skynyrd and great Georgia singers such as James Brown and Otis Redding.
Over the past few years, The Georgia Thunderbolts have carried their spirit of rock 'n' roll across numerous stages, performing alongside rock luminaries such as Deep Purple, Black Stone Cherry, The Marshall Tucker Band, The Outlaws, Ace Frehley and The Cadillac Three, to name but six.
The Georgia Thunderbolts are:
TJ Lyle (vocals, harmonica, keys); Riley Couzzourt & Logan Tolbert (guitars); Zach Everett (bass, harmony vocals, keys); Bristol Perry (drums).
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Over the past few years, The Georgia Thunderbolts have carried their spirit of rock 'n' roll across numerous stages, performing alongside rock luminaries such as Deep Purple, Black Stone Cherry, The Marshall Tucker Band, The Outlaws, Ace Frehley and The Cadillac Three, to name but six.
The Georgia Thunderbolts are:
TJ Lyle (vocals, harmonica, keys); Riley Couzzourt & Logan Tolbert (guitars); Zach Everett (bass, harmony vocals, keys); Bristol Perry (drums).
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Following fruitful recording sessions at Rogue Studios in Wembley with producer/ engineer Alessio Garavello, southern tinged "heavygrass" rockers The Outlaw Orchestra have returned to the fray with 'Bag Of Bones.'
The song is the first in a run of new tracks/ singles that will feature on their highly anticipated third studio album.
Many Outlaw Orchestra songs are based on the wonderful anecdotes and stories of singer/ guitarist "Rocker" Dave (Roux), and 'Bag of Bones,' a rootsy pickin’ rock-blues that allows the story-with-a-heart lyric to take centre stage, is no different, as the frontman explains…
"It was New Year’s Eve, about 4pm – me and my dog, Ted, were out walking and passed the local butchers.
In full muddy and soaking attire, we walked in and I loudly asked 'Hey guys, got anything left? Any old Scraps? Something... anything?'
There was a rather more ‘well to do’ couple in the shop, who gave us the once-over; the lady approached tentatively, looking me up and down, opened her purse and said, 'You poor thing, it must be so hard for you at this time of year'.
Needless to say, I fell about laughing, as did her husband, and the butchers, who knew me well!
The butchers sorted Ted out with a bag of marrowbones and off-cuts, but as we were leaving in rushed another customer...
'Oh, you’re shutting! Am I too late? My wife has just got out of hospital having suffered with Covid and, finally getting her appetite back, all she wants is a decent hearty stew'.
I paused at the shop door and said 'Hey buddy, you can take this bag of bones, make your wife an amazing dinner, and have a Happy New Year!'"
The song is the first in a run of new tracks/ singles that will feature on their highly anticipated third studio album.
Many Outlaw Orchestra songs are based on the wonderful anecdotes and stories of singer/ guitarist "Rocker" Dave (Roux), and 'Bag of Bones,' a rootsy pickin’ rock-blues that allows the story-with-a-heart lyric to take centre stage, is no different, as the frontman explains…
"It was New Year’s Eve, about 4pm – me and my dog, Ted, were out walking and passed the local butchers.
In full muddy and soaking attire, we walked in and I loudly asked 'Hey guys, got anything left? Any old Scraps? Something... anything?'
There was a rather more ‘well to do’ couple in the shop, who gave us the once-over; the lady approached tentatively, looking me up and down, opened her purse and said, 'You poor thing, it must be so hard for you at this time of year'.
Needless to say, I fell about laughing, as did her husband, and the butchers, who knew me well!
The butchers sorted Ted out with a bag of marrowbones and off-cuts, but as we were leaving in rushed another customer...
'Oh, you’re shutting! Am I too late? My wife has just got out of hospital having suffered with Covid and, finally getting her appetite back, all she wants is a decent hearty stew'.
I paused at the shop door and said 'Hey buddy, you can take this bag of bones, make your wife an amazing dinner, and have a Happy New Year!'"
The Outlaw Orchestra are the combined talents of charismatic frontman "Rocker" Dave (Roux) on lead vocals, guitars and, through a split-rig set up live, bass; "Banjo" Pete (Briley), who also adds lap & pedal steel, guitar, mandolin and backing vocals to the orchestrated Outlaw sound and Ryan "Thunder" Smith who, as his nickname underlines, brings power (and percussive elements) to his drumming.
The Outlaw Orchestra, over the last twelve months, have performed at the likes of Call of the Wild, Maid of Stone, HRH, Festival on the Hills and many more.
They have also been on the road supporting Phil Campbell ATBS, Skid Row, Robert Jon & The Wreck, Florence Black, Girlschool, and Kira Mac, to name but six.
"The Outlaw Orchestra are masters of their art. Whether it’s slightly quirky lyrics that tell a bizarre story or simply entertaining ways of present their music, there is no one quite like them."
- Metal Planet Music
"The Cajun flavoured Outlaw Orchestra - finger lickin’ good band, finger lickin’ good albums."
- FabricationsHQ
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The Outlaw Orchestra, over the last twelve months, have performed at the likes of Call of the Wild, Maid of Stone, HRH, Festival on the Hills and many more.
They have also been on the road supporting Phil Campbell ATBS, Skid Row, Robert Jon & The Wreck, Florence Black, Girlschool, and Kira Mac, to name but six.
"The Outlaw Orchestra are masters of their art. Whether it’s slightly quirky lyrics that tell a bizarre story or simply entertaining ways of present their music, there is no one quite like them."
- Metal Planet Music
"The Cajun flavoured Outlaw Orchestra - finger lickin’ good band, finger lickin’ good albums."
- FabricationsHQ
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Pete Briley of The Outlaw Orchestra, who have just released their own new single (see above) has released a new single entitled 'Elvis.'
The song, a summery day guitar-jangle sing-a-long, has a California sunshine vibe about it, as borne out by the accompanying video shot in various parts of California, including the San Francisco Bay Area.
The song, a summery day guitar-jangle sing-a-long, has a California sunshine vibe about it, as borne out by the accompanying video shot in various parts of California, including the San Francisco Bay Area.
As regards the song’s creation, title and lyric, Pete Briley explains:
"My debut album was pretty much finished, and then the main riff for Elvis came to me. I stuck a little video of me playing it online and it shot to 10k views very quickly, with lots of comments from people asking me to do a tutorial on how to play the riff.
With it connecting so well online, I knew I had to get the song finished and include it on the album.
The lyrics all flowed from a line I heard in a movie - 'I got to feel like Elvis for a moment' and it really struck me how that line kind of sums up our generation.
We’ve all felt like Elvis for a moment, but for most of us it’s tough out there; so, 'If you can’t be smart, be lucky, and if you can’t be lucky come join me on the road, where you get to feel like Elvis for a moment.'
I think music brings us all together, and my hope is that this song reflects that."
'Elvis' follows on from previous singles, the Americana-folk styled 'Right Place, Wrong Time' and the more southern slanted and bluesy 'Rhonda.'
As one third of The Outlaw Orchestra, Pete Briley is no stranger to the music scene.
Showcasing his broad musical repertoire, this is an experienced musician who loves to write and record, across a broad spectrum of genres; as such his forthcoming debut album should have widespread appeal.
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"My debut album was pretty much finished, and then the main riff for Elvis came to me. I stuck a little video of me playing it online and it shot to 10k views very quickly, with lots of comments from people asking me to do a tutorial on how to play the riff.
With it connecting so well online, I knew I had to get the song finished and include it on the album.
The lyrics all flowed from a line I heard in a movie - 'I got to feel like Elvis for a moment' and it really struck me how that line kind of sums up our generation.
We’ve all felt like Elvis for a moment, but for most of us it’s tough out there; so, 'If you can’t be smart, be lucky, and if you can’t be lucky come join me on the road, where you get to feel like Elvis for a moment.'
I think music brings us all together, and my hope is that this song reflects that."
'Elvis' follows on from previous singles, the Americana-folk styled 'Right Place, Wrong Time' and the more southern slanted and bluesy 'Rhonda.'
As one third of The Outlaw Orchestra, Pete Briley is no stranger to the music scene.
Showcasing his broad musical repertoire, this is an experienced musician who loves to write and record, across a broad spectrum of genres; as such his forthcoming debut album should have widespread appeal.
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Legendary singer-songwriter Justin Hayward, The Voice of the Moody Blues, has announced The Harmony Tour for the spring of 2024.
Tickets for the 12 shows through March are on sale now, and available from ticketline.co.uk, ticketmaster.co.uk and the venues direct. See poster below for dates and venues.
Of the tour, Justin Hayward says, "It’s always a privilege and joy to be invited to play the UK. I'm rediscovering songs I have written and sung over the years - some that I only lived with for a few days while they were being recorded! Now, I have a chance to experience the feelings that they gave me then, every night on stage, as well as including in our set the favourites that have been milestones on my musical journey.
On the tour I'm joined by the ‘guitar genius’ that is Mike Dawes, along with Julie Ragins and Karmen Gould, two of the brightest talents in music."
Tickets for the 12 shows through March are on sale now, and available from ticketline.co.uk, ticketmaster.co.uk and the venues direct. See poster below for dates and venues.
Of the tour, Justin Hayward says, "It’s always a privilege and joy to be invited to play the UK. I'm rediscovering songs I have written and sung over the years - some that I only lived with for a few days while they were being recorded! Now, I have a chance to experience the feelings that they gave me then, every night on stage, as well as including in our set the favourites that have been milestones on my musical journey.
On the tour I'm joined by the ‘guitar genius’ that is Mike Dawes, along with Julie Ragins and Karmen Gould, two of the brightest talents in music."
Justin Hayward OBE has enjoyed a career which has lasted close to sixty years.
Already established as a songwriter in his teenage, first bands years, he joined the Moody Blues in 1966. Hitting his stride immediately with 'Fly Me High,' he followed it with the iconic 'Nights in White Satin' and 'Tuesday Afternoon,' from the seminal album Days Of Future Past.
The Moody Blues went on to sell 70 million albums worldwide, including 18 platinum and gold LPs; they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.
Hayward has also crafted and released several excellent singer-songwriter solo albums including Songwriter, Night Flight, Moving Mountains, Classic Blue (with long-time friend Mike Batt) and The View From the Hill.
He hit the Top Ten globally in 1978 with 'Forever Autumn,' created for Jeff Wayne’s War of the Worlds album and took to the stage to star in its spectacular live production.
In later years his Spirits Of The Western Sky album (2013) was followed by the DVD Spirits… Live, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Video chart.
A compilation of solo work and live performances entitled All The Way followed in 2016.
In 2020, during lockdown, Hayward took to YouTube for the Tuesday Afternoon Video Series where he performed and discussed many of his key tracks (leading to the digital album Tuesday Afternoons: The Audio Files).
2020 also saw the recording & release of the songs 'One Summer Day' & 'My Juliette' (2020) and, in 2022, 'Living For Love.'
The Harmony Tour represents a rare chance for Justin Hayward fans to connect with one of music’s keenest talents and to hear the music he loves presented with a personal touch.
For more info on Justin Hayward, head to www.justinhayward.com
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Already established as a songwriter in his teenage, first bands years, he joined the Moody Blues in 1966. Hitting his stride immediately with 'Fly Me High,' he followed it with the iconic 'Nights in White Satin' and 'Tuesday Afternoon,' from the seminal album Days Of Future Past.
The Moody Blues went on to sell 70 million albums worldwide, including 18 platinum and gold LPs; they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.
Hayward has also crafted and released several excellent singer-songwriter solo albums including Songwriter, Night Flight, Moving Mountains, Classic Blue (with long-time friend Mike Batt) and The View From the Hill.
He hit the Top Ten globally in 1978 with 'Forever Autumn,' created for Jeff Wayne’s War of the Worlds album and took to the stage to star in its spectacular live production.
In later years his Spirits Of The Western Sky album (2013) was followed by the DVD Spirits… Live, which reached No. 1 on the Billboard Video chart.
A compilation of solo work and live performances entitled All The Way followed in 2016.
In 2020, during lockdown, Hayward took to YouTube for the Tuesday Afternoon Video Series where he performed and discussed many of his key tracks (leading to the digital album Tuesday Afternoons: The Audio Files).
2020 also saw the recording & release of the songs 'One Summer Day' & 'My Juliette' (2020) and, in 2022, 'Living For Love.'
The Harmony Tour represents a rare chance for Justin Hayward fans to connect with one of music’s keenest talents and to hear the music he loves presented with a personal touch.
For more info on Justin Hayward, head to www.justinhayward.com
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Liverpudlian alternative groove rockers Attic Theory are gearing up for their most exciting and eventful chapter yet with the release of new single 'Papier-Mâché,' featuring Candlebox's Kevin Martin on guest vocals.
The single, accompanied by an animated music video by Studface Productions and influenced by the classic movie One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, comes with the announcement that the band’s highly anticipated debut album What We Fear The Most will be released in January 2024.
The single, accompanied by an animated music video by Studface Productions and influenced by the classic movie One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, comes with the announcement that the band’s highly anticipated debut album What We Fear The Most will be released in January 2024.
Of the meaning behind the new single, Attic Theory vocalist Lewis Wright says:
"The lyrics are about hiding your true self underneath a thin layered metaphorical mask because you have been convinced, by someone you used to be close to, that you are not behaving how they believe you should and the only remedy is for you to be strongly medicated and to suppress the feelings they don’t agree with. The message I wanted to convey is about being able to gain the strength to remove the mask and not let the past or anyone else define you.
"The animated music video is set in an old rundown insane asylum. This is the archaic perception of mental health and we wanted the video to symbolise that society has thankfully escaped those outdated ways of thinking and the band are rescued by an unlikely hero; Atticus T. Mouse."
Additionally, collaborating with Kevin Martin of multi-platinum selling rock band Candlebox is a tick off the bucket list for Wright: "This has been a phenomenal opportunity, which we are especially grateful for.
What a huge honour to have our friend Kevin Martin singing on Papier-Mâché. I’ve admired his musicianship for years and I am a massive fan of Candlebox so this is definitely a fanboy moment for me!"
Since their inception just a few years ago, Attic Theory have been turning heads.
They were awarded Best New Band by Planet Rock Radio for The Rocks Awards 2020 and their previous EP The Sign of an Active Mind was voted NWOCR (New Wave Of Classic Rock) EP of the Year.
Seen touring with Tantric, Elvana and Dead Man's Whiskey, Attic Theory has also played a number of UK headline shows, played acclaimed festivals such as Planet Rockstock, Wildfire, SavFest and Firevolt (Formerly Firestorm MCR) and supported Terrorvision, Candlebox, Saving Abel, Tragedy, Black Spiders and Kris Barras.
Attic Theory’s debut album What We Fear The Most, which features the singles 'Papier-Mâché', 'Narrow Lines' and 'Tattooed Heart,' will be released on the 26th of January 2024.
It’s available to pre-order now, with related merch, at: https://attictheory.store/collections/all
Attic Theory are:
Lewis Wright - Lead Vocals; Peter Donnelly – Guitar; Tim Cunningham - Guitar and backing vocals; Matt Lawler – Guitar; Kenny McArthur – Bass; Norm Walker – Drums
Official Website: https://www.attictheory.co.uk
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"The lyrics are about hiding your true self underneath a thin layered metaphorical mask because you have been convinced, by someone you used to be close to, that you are not behaving how they believe you should and the only remedy is for you to be strongly medicated and to suppress the feelings they don’t agree with. The message I wanted to convey is about being able to gain the strength to remove the mask and not let the past or anyone else define you.
"The animated music video is set in an old rundown insane asylum. This is the archaic perception of mental health and we wanted the video to symbolise that society has thankfully escaped those outdated ways of thinking and the band are rescued by an unlikely hero; Atticus T. Mouse."
Additionally, collaborating with Kevin Martin of multi-platinum selling rock band Candlebox is a tick off the bucket list for Wright: "This has been a phenomenal opportunity, which we are especially grateful for.
What a huge honour to have our friend Kevin Martin singing on Papier-Mâché. I’ve admired his musicianship for years and I am a massive fan of Candlebox so this is definitely a fanboy moment for me!"
Since their inception just a few years ago, Attic Theory have been turning heads.
They were awarded Best New Band by Planet Rock Radio for The Rocks Awards 2020 and their previous EP The Sign of an Active Mind was voted NWOCR (New Wave Of Classic Rock) EP of the Year.
Seen touring with Tantric, Elvana and Dead Man's Whiskey, Attic Theory has also played a number of UK headline shows, played acclaimed festivals such as Planet Rockstock, Wildfire, SavFest and Firevolt (Formerly Firestorm MCR) and supported Terrorvision, Candlebox, Saving Abel, Tragedy, Black Spiders and Kris Barras.
Attic Theory’s debut album What We Fear The Most, which features the singles 'Papier-Mâché', 'Narrow Lines' and 'Tattooed Heart,' will be released on the 26th of January 2024.
It’s available to pre-order now, with related merch, at: https://attictheory.store/collections/all
Attic Theory are:
Lewis Wright - Lead Vocals; Peter Donnelly – Guitar; Tim Cunningham - Guitar and backing vocals; Matt Lawler – Guitar; Kenny McArthur – Bass; Norm Walker – Drums
Official Website: https://www.attictheory.co.uk
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To celebrate the 40th anniversary of his recorded music career, Howard Jones has just released a unique collection entitled Celebrate It Together : The Very Best Of Howard Jones 1983-2023 on October 6th via Cherry Red Records.
The first anthology that looks at Jones’ entire catalogue, the 4CD set covers the timeline from the original version of 'New Song' all the way to a 2023 'Elephant Talk Remix' that recasts 'New Song' within a modern electronica context.
For Celebrate It Together, which includes songs from his classic Warner-era catalogue as well as work from his independent Dtox label, Howard Jones has personally chosen to group the songs into four categories: Popular Hits, Electro, Chill and Curiosities.
The results are a set of collective yet independent albums & songs that go beyond the typical chronological approach to create themes that mix and match different pieces from different eras, with the overall listening experience at the forefront of the choices.
The deluxe 4CD clamshell box set version contains 64 remastered tracks, including hit singles, remixes, key album tracks, live versions, alternative recordings, 4 previously unreleased tracks and a further 6 tracks previously unreleased on CD.
The set also comes with a 12 page fully illustrated booklet including a brand new sleeve note where Howard Jones, in conversation with Anil Prasad, reflects upon the 40 years of his recorded music career.
Celebrate It Together is also available on 2LP Translucent Mint Green colour vinyl and as a 2CD Edition.
The first anthology that looks at Jones’ entire catalogue, the 4CD set covers the timeline from the original version of 'New Song' all the way to a 2023 'Elephant Talk Remix' that recasts 'New Song' within a modern electronica context.
For Celebrate It Together, which includes songs from his classic Warner-era catalogue as well as work from his independent Dtox label, Howard Jones has personally chosen to group the songs into four categories: Popular Hits, Electro, Chill and Curiosities.
The results are a set of collective yet independent albums & songs that go beyond the typical chronological approach to create themes that mix and match different pieces from different eras, with the overall listening experience at the forefront of the choices.
The deluxe 4CD clamshell box set version contains 64 remastered tracks, including hit singles, remixes, key album tracks, live versions, alternative recordings, 4 previously unreleased tracks and a further 6 tracks previously unreleased on CD.
The set also comes with a 12 page fully illustrated booklet including a brand new sleeve note where Howard Jones, in conversation with Anil Prasad, reflects upon the 40 years of his recorded music career.
Celebrate It Together is also available on 2LP Translucent Mint Green colour vinyl and as a 2CD Edition.
Celebrate It Together : The Very Best Of Howard Jones 1983-2023 4CD Box Set tracklisting:
CD1: Popular Hits
1. Things Can Only Get Better
2. Like To Get To Know You well
3. Life In One Day
4. Look Mama 5. All I Want
6. Everlasting Love 7. New Song
8. What Is Love? [Single Version]
9. Pearl In The Shell 10. Bounce Right Back
11. You Know I Love You… Don’t You?
12. Always Asking Questions 13. Lift Me Up
14. Tomorrow is Now 15. The Prisoner
16. Just Look At You Now
17. Celebrate It Together (Lifelike Radio Edit)
CD2: Electro
1. Celebrate It Together (Lifelike Extended Club Mix) 2. The One To Love You (Howard Jones & BT – Lifelike UK Radio Remix) 3. The Human Touch 4. Eagle Will Fly Again 5. Stay with Me (Album Version) 6. Revolution Of The Heart (Album Version) 7. Powerhouse 8. Specialty 9. Who You Really Want To Be 10. New Song (2023 Elephant Talk Remix) 11. You’re The Buddha 12. The Prisoner 2011 13. Look Mama (Megamamamix) 14. Conditioning (Peaceful Tour Live) 15. Things Can Only Get Better (Cedric Gervais ft Howard Jones) (Radio Edit)
CD3: Chill
1. No One is to blame (Single Mix) 2. If You Love 3. City Song 4. Not One Of The Lonely Tonight 5. Hide And Seek (Single Version) 6. Sleep My Angel 7. Soon You’ll Go 8. Someone You Need 9. One Last Try 10. Formed By The Stars 11. Don’t Always Look At The Rain 12. Will You Still Be There? 13. Tears To Tell 14. Blue 15. Back In Your Life Again 16. At The Speed Of Love (Howard Jones & BT)
CD4: Curiosities
1. Overture 2 2. Angels And Lovers (Single Mix) 3. Road to Cairo 4. Lazarus (Live at Siyan) 5. Hide and Seek (Perform Version) 6. Things Can Only Get Better (Simlish version) 7. Cookin’ In The Kitchen 8. I.G.Y. (International Geophysical Year (Single Mix) 9. When Lovers Confess 10. Stay With Me (We’re In This Together)(Alternative Recording) 11. I Don’t Hate You 12. Collective Heartbeat (Havana Version) 13. Let The People Have Their Say (Original Version) 14. You Know I Love You… Don’t You? (Video Mix) 15. Pearl In The Shell (Live in Hamburg) 16. New Song (Peaceful Tour Live)
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CD1: Popular Hits
1. Things Can Only Get Better
2. Like To Get To Know You well
3. Life In One Day
4. Look Mama 5. All I Want
6. Everlasting Love 7. New Song
8. What Is Love? [Single Version]
9. Pearl In The Shell 10. Bounce Right Back
11. You Know I Love You… Don’t You?
12. Always Asking Questions 13. Lift Me Up
14. Tomorrow is Now 15. The Prisoner
16. Just Look At You Now
17. Celebrate It Together (Lifelike Radio Edit)
CD2: Electro
1. Celebrate It Together (Lifelike Extended Club Mix) 2. The One To Love You (Howard Jones & BT – Lifelike UK Radio Remix) 3. The Human Touch 4. Eagle Will Fly Again 5. Stay with Me (Album Version) 6. Revolution Of The Heart (Album Version) 7. Powerhouse 8. Specialty 9. Who You Really Want To Be 10. New Song (2023 Elephant Talk Remix) 11. You’re The Buddha 12. The Prisoner 2011 13. Look Mama (Megamamamix) 14. Conditioning (Peaceful Tour Live) 15. Things Can Only Get Better (Cedric Gervais ft Howard Jones) (Radio Edit)
CD3: Chill
1. No One is to blame (Single Mix) 2. If You Love 3. City Song 4. Not One Of The Lonely Tonight 5. Hide And Seek (Single Version) 6. Sleep My Angel 7. Soon You’ll Go 8. Someone You Need 9. One Last Try 10. Formed By The Stars 11. Don’t Always Look At The Rain 12. Will You Still Be There? 13. Tears To Tell 14. Blue 15. Back In Your Life Again 16. At The Speed Of Love (Howard Jones & BT)
CD4: Curiosities
1. Overture 2 2. Angels And Lovers (Single Mix) 3. Road to Cairo 4. Lazarus (Live at Siyan) 5. Hide and Seek (Perform Version) 6. Things Can Only Get Better (Simlish version) 7. Cookin’ In The Kitchen 8. I.G.Y. (International Geophysical Year (Single Mix) 9. When Lovers Confess 10. Stay With Me (We’re In This Together)(Alternative Recording) 11. I Don’t Hate You 12. Collective Heartbeat (Havana Version) 13. Let The People Have Their Say (Original Version) 14. You Know I Love You… Don’t You? (Video Mix) 15. Pearl In The Shell (Live in Hamburg) 16. New Song (Peaceful Tour Live)
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Good to hear that vintage-contemporary rock quartet the Ramblin’ Preachers, who take influences from Southern rooted rock, blues rock, Americana and a more modern rock sound, are heading toward the release of their debut album, entitled Sins & Virtues.www.ramblinpreachers.com/
Indeed, there’s been a keenness to hear what an album’s worth of material will sound like form Ross Connor (vocals, rhythm guitar), James Ives (lead guitar), Craig Howe (bass) and Richard Baker (drums) ever since debut single 'Mind Your own Business' was released back at the top of 2020 (and unfortunately straight into the face of the pandemic and ensuing lockdowns), followed by last year’s brace of the funkier and contemporary 'Better Than Me' and tastefully delivered ballad, 'Jester.'
As the band’s web-press states, following the above mentioned releases: "The band aim to continue this development and momentum with Sins & Virtues. If you think you have heard Ramblin’ Preachers at their best, you are very much mistaken. With the artistic minds of Wayne Proctor & Oli Brown now intertwined within the production, the band are out to prove a point and they will be heard..."
FabricationsHQ doesn’t doubt it.
Indeed, there’s been a keenness to hear what an album’s worth of material will sound like form Ross Connor (vocals, rhythm guitar), James Ives (lead guitar), Craig Howe (bass) and Richard Baker (drums) ever since debut single 'Mind Your own Business' was released back at the top of 2020 (and unfortunately straight into the face of the pandemic and ensuing lockdowns), followed by last year’s brace of the funkier and contemporary 'Better Than Me' and tastefully delivered ballad, 'Jester.'
As the band’s web-press states, following the above mentioned releases: "The band aim to continue this development and momentum with Sins & Virtues. If you think you have heard Ramblin’ Preachers at their best, you are very much mistaken. With the artistic minds of Wayne Proctor & Oli Brown now intertwined within the production, the band are out to prove a point and they will be heard..."
FabricationsHQ doesn’t doubt it.
Website: https://www.ramblinpreachers.com/
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Welsh singer-songwriter-guitarist Bedwyr Morgan (and front man of Welsh melodic rock band MOjO) recently released a new bi-lingual single entitled 'And Then I Saw Your Smile' / 'Yna Daeth Dy Wên.'
The infectious melodic Celtic rock song with a touch of Americana follows in the song-steps of previous release, Bedwyr Morgan's ‘cover’ of 'Heading Home to Belfast.'
(Written by Keith Donald & Graham Henderson of Irish Celtic rock band Moving Hearts, the song is actually previously unreleased; it was quite the honour therefore for Morgan to be asked if he would be interested in recording a version of the track).
'And Then I Saw You Smile,' available in both English and Welsh language versions (check out the Welsh language version here), features Bedwyr Morgan (vocals, guitars), Rhys Jones (bass, slide guitar), Simon Barton (drums, percussion, backing vocals) and Bennett Holland (keyboards).
The song was recorded by Rhys Jones, and produced by Jones & Bedwyr Morgan, at Stiwdio Tyn Rhos Studios in Anglesey.
The infectious melodic Celtic rock song with a touch of Americana follows in the song-steps of previous release, Bedwyr Morgan's ‘cover’ of 'Heading Home to Belfast.'
(Written by Keith Donald & Graham Henderson of Irish Celtic rock band Moving Hearts, the song is actually previously unreleased; it was quite the honour therefore for Morgan to be asked if he would be interested in recording a version of the track).
'And Then I Saw You Smile,' available in both English and Welsh language versions (check out the Welsh language version here), features Bedwyr Morgan (vocals, guitars), Rhys Jones (bass, slide guitar), Simon Barton (drums, percussion, backing vocals) and Bennett Holland (keyboards).
The song was recorded by Rhys Jones, and produced by Jones & Bedwyr Morgan, at Stiwdio Tyn Rhos Studios in Anglesey.
In 2021 Bedwyr Morgan released his debut solo album Drychwn Ymlaen (Looking Ahead).
The album follows the dual language format of Bedwyr Morgan’s 2016 EP, where each song is featured twice, first in Welsh and then again in English.
"Bedwyr Morgan, dual language singer and dual threat musician – Celtic charm and melodically engaging."
- FabricationsHQ
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The album follows the dual language format of Bedwyr Morgan’s 2016 EP, where each song is featured twice, first in Welsh and then again in English.
"Bedwyr Morgan, dual language singer and dual threat musician – Celtic charm and melodically engaging."
- FabricationsHQ
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Floridian singer, songwriter & musician Barry Myers, whose previous albums and material have ranged from Dan Fogelberg, the Beatles and Pink Floyd influences to new age music meeting old-school pop craft creativity, has released a new single entitled 'Prima Donna.'
The new song, with its 70s funk groove, carries a hint of David Bowie in his soul-funky Young Americans era and, as Barry Myers states, "a sprinkle of Steely Dan!"
'Prima Donna' is available now on all digital and streaming services including ITunes, Spotify and Amazon.
The new song, with its 70s funk groove, carries a hint of David Bowie in his soul-funky Young Americans era and, as Barry Myers states, "a sprinkle of Steely Dan!"
'Prima Donna' is available now on all digital and streaming services including ITunes, Spotify and Amazon.
Barry Myers latest solo album is the conceptual Tapestry Of Life (2021); it was preceded by the 7-track mini-album Angel (2020).
Other album releases include 2014’s semi-conceptual Starseeds And Dreamcatchers (influenced by the 'Starseed Theory' and Mayan Calendar prophecies) and debut release 7th Avenue in 2010.
Both albums feature Florida based Canadian guitar great Pat Travers.
Website: https://barrymyersmusic.com/
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Other album releases include 2014’s semi-conceptual Starseeds And Dreamcatchers (influenced by the 'Starseed Theory' and Mayan Calendar prophecies) and debut release 7th Avenue in 2010.
Both albums feature Florida based Canadian guitar great Pat Travers.
Website: https://barrymyersmusic.com/
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