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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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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
Following the release of their critically acclaimed album Death Wish Blues and to precede their October UK tour, Samantha Fish & Jesse Dayton have released a new single 'Lover On The Side.'
The duo's Uk Tour kicks off at The Fire Station in Sunderland on October 19th and finishes on October 30th with a sold-out show at London’s 100 Club (see poster below).
Additionally, Samantha and Jesse will be doing an HMV instore signing event in Birmingham on Saturday October 28th.
Special guests on all dates are Canadian roots rockers The Commoners.
The band’s previous singles, lifted from current album Find a Better Way - 'Fill My Cup,' 'Too Much,' and the title track, all received heavy airplay on Planet Rock.
Tickets for all UK tour dates (please note the intimate club gig at the 100 Club in London is now sold out) are available from: www.alttickets.com/samantha-fish-tickets, www.gigantic.com/samantha-fish-tickets, www.ticketmaster.co.uk, www.samanthafish.com/tour and www.jessedayton.com
Additionally, Samantha and Jesse will be doing an HMV instore signing event in Birmingham on Saturday October 28th.
Special guests on all dates are Canadian roots rockers The Commoners.
The band’s previous singles, lifted from current album Find a Better Way - 'Fill My Cup,' 'Too Much,' and the title track, all received heavy airplay on Planet Rock.
Tickets for all UK tour dates (please note the intimate club gig at the 100 Club in London is now sold out) are available from: www.alttickets.com/samantha-fish-tickets, www.gigantic.com/samantha-fish-tickets, www.ticketmaster.co.uk, www.samanthafish.com/tour and www.jessedayton.com
Samantha Fish, who released her last solo album Faster in 2021 (from which a few songs will feature in the set, as well as songs from her back catalogue) is very much a free spirit of roots blues.
"I'm never going be a traditional blues artist, because that's not who I am," she says. "But it's all the Blues for me; you've got to keep that kind of fire and spirit. I'm never going to do Muddy Waters better than Muddy Waters, so I try to be who I am, and in doing that, I find my best voice."
Old-school country and outlaw blues guitarist Jesse Dayton has long been a well-kept secret of the music world; he’s a road warrior that has toured alongside acts as diverse as George Strait, Rob Zombie, Social Distortion, the Supersuckers, and John Doe, and a sought after session player and six-string sideman for Waylon Jennings, Duff McKagan, Ryan Bingham, Glenn Danzig, and L.A. punk pioneers X.
He has also released a series of acclaimed solo albums and was inducted into the Austin Music Hall of Fame last year.
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"I'm never going be a traditional blues artist, because that's not who I am," she says. "But it's all the Blues for me; you've got to keep that kind of fire and spirit. I'm never going to do Muddy Waters better than Muddy Waters, so I try to be who I am, and in doing that, I find my best voice."
Old-school country and outlaw blues guitarist Jesse Dayton has long been a well-kept secret of the music world; he’s a road warrior that has toured alongside acts as diverse as George Strait, Rob Zombie, Social Distortion, the Supersuckers, and John Doe, and a sought after session player and six-string sideman for Waylon Jennings, Duff McKagan, Ryan Bingham, Glenn Danzig, and L.A. punk pioneers X.
He has also released a series of acclaimed solo albums and was inducted into the Austin Music Hall of Fame last year.
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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/
Jack J Hutchinson and his band Phil Wilson (drums) and Charlie Rachael Kay (bass) are currently touring the UK. Tickets for remaining gigs can be purchased at: http://www.jackjhutchinsonmusic.com
Jack J Hutchinson and his band Phil Wilson (drums) and Charlie Rachael Kay (bass) are currently touring the UK. Tickets for remaining gigs can be purchased at: http://www.jackjhutchinsonmusic.com
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Félix Rabin, the talented young sensation of the Swiss rock scene and much acclaimed live performer across Europe and the UK, has released a brand-new single entitled 'As She Comes.'
The song precedes his forthcoming November/ Winter tour of the UK (see dates below).
Of the upbeat and highly melodic new single, Félix says: "As She Comes is an ode to a friend, who found the right words at the right moments. This song is about those that will guide you when you need it the most; those who found us when we felt lost.
I wrote the song back in March 2022. The process felt very easy and natural, writing the song and lyrics over two days. We played the song a couple of times live then, months later, locked ourselves in the studio to record it, doing our best to keep that vibe we felt the first time we played it live."
The song precedes his forthcoming November/ Winter tour of the UK (see dates below).
Of the upbeat and highly melodic new single, Félix says: "As She Comes is an ode to a friend, who found the right words at the right moments. This song is about those that will guide you when you need it the most; those who found us when we felt lost.
I wrote the song back in March 2022. The process felt very easy and natural, writing the song and lyrics over two days. We played the song a couple of times live then, months later, locked ourselves in the studio to record it, doing our best to keep that vibe we felt the first time we played it live."
Photo by Chiara Ceccaioni
'As She Comes' is part of a new EP scheduled for release early next year.
More details of the EP should be available by December.
"I’m looking forward to performing these new songs live for my fans" continues Félix, "especially our British followers, who have been supporting me since the dawn of my musical career and have seen me grow, as much as a musician as a human being, over these last years."
Although French by birth and living in Switzerland, Félix has built a strong fanbase in the UK scene (he was, for example, winner of the 2020 Giants of Rock festival contest in Minehead), to the degree that he plays now more in the UK than in his native lands.
Félix Rabin (vocals, guitars) and his bandmates Francesco Gagna (second guitars), Vincenzo Capodivento (bass) and James Morgan (drums) are known for their rigorous experimentation and on-stage testing, which makes seeing them "an inspirational, even transcendent, experience" as All About The Rock reported on one of their shows.
UK Tour Dates
Tickets: https://www.felixrabin.com/live
16th Gifford Arms, Wolverhampton
17th Backstage @ Green Hotel, Kinross
18th The Tunnels, Aberdeen
19th Blues Rhythm & Rock Festival, Glasgow
23rd Yardbirds, Grimsby
24th Northern Guitar Shop, Leeds
25th Studio 5 Live, Keighley
26th The Greystones, Sheffield
27th The Temperance, Leamington Spa
29th The Tree House, Frome
30th Acapella Studio, Cardiff
1st Dec Spiritual Bar, London
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More details of the EP should be available by December.
"I’m looking forward to performing these new songs live for my fans" continues Félix, "especially our British followers, who have been supporting me since the dawn of my musical career and have seen me grow, as much as a musician as a human being, over these last years."
Although French by birth and living in Switzerland, Félix has built a strong fanbase in the UK scene (he was, for example, winner of the 2020 Giants of Rock festival contest in Minehead), to the degree that he plays now more in the UK than in his native lands.
Félix Rabin (vocals, guitars) and his bandmates Francesco Gagna (second guitars), Vincenzo Capodivento (bass) and James Morgan (drums) are known for their rigorous experimentation and on-stage testing, which makes seeing them "an inspirational, even transcendent, experience" as All About The Rock reported on one of their shows.
UK Tour Dates
Tickets: https://www.felixrabin.com/live
16th Gifford Arms, Wolverhampton
17th Backstage @ Green Hotel, Kinross
18th The Tunnels, Aberdeen
19th Blues Rhythm & Rock Festival, Glasgow
23rd Yardbirds, Grimsby
24th Northern Guitar Shop, Leeds
25th Studio 5 Live, Keighley
26th The Greystones, Sheffield
27th The Temperance, Leamington Spa
29th The Tree House, Frome
30th Acapella Studio, Cardiff
1st Dec Spiritual Bar, London
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Rock and blues guitarist-singer-songwriter Philip Sayce has released his first new material in three years with the bombastic and blistering rock blues of 'Oh! That Bitches Brew.'
The new single is available on all streaming services here: https://fortybelow.ffm.to/ohthatbitchesbrew
The single, which precedes his November tour of the UK, 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, Philip Sayce says "The song came together quite quickly one evening. I was sitting on the couch and started playing what became the song’s main riff. I dug it and thought, ‘What am I going to say about this? Oh, I know, I remember that time someone gave me a drink at a party called 'The Bitches Brew', and it totally fucked me up.’ And that’s what the song became; it came together in about ten minutes!"
The new single is available on all streaming services here: https://fortybelow.ffm.to/ohthatbitchesbrew
The single, which precedes his November tour of the UK, 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, Philip Sayce says "The song came together quite quickly one evening. I was sitting on the couch and started playing what became the song’s main riff. I dug it and thought, ‘What am I going to say about this? Oh, I know, I remember that time someone gave me a drink at a party called 'The Bitches Brew', and it totally fucked me up.’ And that’s what the song became; it came together in about ten minutes!"
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.
Philip Sayce’s long-overdue return to the UK in November will feature Bryan Head (Roger Hodgson, Foreigner) and bassist Sam Bolle (Agent Orange, Donavon Frankenreiter).
Tickets can be purchased via www.philipsayce.com and www.thegigcartel.com
"I am beyond excited to return to the UK; it’s been a long time coming, and it is a privilege to return to the country where I was born to perform. I cannot wait to reconnect with the UK audiences, who are always so gracious, supportive, and welcoming. We are going to light it up with everything we’ve got!" - Philip Sayce
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.
Philip Sayce’s long-overdue return to the UK in November will feature Bryan Head (Roger Hodgson, Foreigner) and bassist Sam Bolle (Agent Orange, Donavon Frankenreiter).
Tickets can be purchased via www.philipsayce.com and www.thegigcartel.com
"I am beyond excited to return to the UK; it’s been a long time coming, and it is a privilege to return to the country where I was born to perform. I cannot wait to reconnect with the UK audiences, who are always so gracious, supportive, and welcoming. We are going to light it up with everything we’ve got!" - Philip Sayce
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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."
TJF’s Cradle You Again tour commenced on 20th September, with the schedule including several shows that were originally due to have taken place in the spring.
Remaining dates are:
26th September – CARDIFF, The Globe
27th September – NORWICH, Epic Studios
28th September – LONDON, Clapham Grand (with the Wolf Orchestra)
30th September – PORTSMOUTH, Wedgewood Rooms
1st October – NOTTINGHAM, Rescue Rooms
Ticket info can be found by clicking here
Commenting on what has been their first full UK tour in four years, Ritzy continues: "We have been so looking forward to reconnecting with our UK fans again after a long time away. Our live shows are so special to us and we are celebrating all our releases across this tour, including a special orchestral show at the beautiful Clapham Grand. The Cradle You Again tour is a collective ‘cwtch’ to all our fans and a thank you for supporting us across the years."
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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Remaining dates are:
26th September – CARDIFF, The Globe
27th September – NORWICH, Epic Studios
28th September – LONDON, Clapham Grand (with the Wolf Orchestra)
30th September – PORTSMOUTH, Wedgewood Rooms
1st October – NOTTINGHAM, Rescue Rooms
Ticket info can be found by clicking here
Commenting on what has been their first full UK tour in four years, Ritzy continues: "We have been so looking forward to reconnecting with our UK fans again after a long time away. Our live shows are so special to us and we are celebrating all our releases across this tour, including a special orchestral show at the beautiful Clapham Grand. The Cradle You Again tour is a collective ‘cwtch’ to all our fans and a thank you for supporting us across the years."
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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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.
Tombstone Dunnery – UK tour dates, October 2023
Thursday 5th: OSWESTRY, Hermon Arts
Friday 6th: CARLISLE Blues Festival
Saturday 7th: SETTLE, Victoria Hall
Sunday 8th: ASHTON-UNDER-LYME, The Witchwood
Monday 9th: YORK, The Crescent
Tuesday 10th: BLACKPOOL, Waterloo Rock Bar
Wednesday 11th: HULL, Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
Thursday 12th: STOKE, Eleven Music Venue
Friday 13th: St. BEES, CKDCF Fundraiser Dinner & Concert
Saturday 14th – CKDCF Fundraiser Weekend, Egremont, Cumbria
Tickets: https://francisdunnery.com/concerts/
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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.
Tombstone Dunnery – UK tour dates, October 2023
Thursday 5th: OSWESTRY, Hermon Arts
Friday 6th: CARLISLE Blues Festival
Saturday 7th: SETTLE, Victoria Hall
Sunday 8th: ASHTON-UNDER-LYME, The Witchwood
Monday 9th: YORK, The Crescent
Tuesday 10th: BLACKPOOL, Waterloo Rock Bar
Wednesday 11th: HULL, Wrecking Ball Arts Centre
Thursday 12th: STOKE, Eleven Music Venue
Friday 13th: St. BEES, CKDCF Fundraiser Dinner & Concert
Saturday 14th – CKDCF Fundraiser Weekend, Egremont, Cumbria
Tickets: https://francisdunnery.com/concerts/
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To dovetail with his lengthy European, UK & US tour, which kicked off in Valencia in Spain on the 19th September, blues rawk guitarist Jared James Nichols has released a live version of his latest single 'Easy Come, Easy Go.'
The song, lifted from JJN’s self-titled album released on Black Hill Records earlier in the year, features a video with integrated interview footage with guitar greats Joe Bonamassa and Zakk Wylde.
Both guitarists have become close friends with JJN and helped mentor him along his career path.
The song, lifted from JJN’s self-titled album released on Black Hill Records earlier in the year, features a video with integrated interview footage with guitar greats Joe Bonamassa and Zakk Wylde.
Both guitarists have become close friends with JJN and helped mentor him along his career path.
The Jared James Nichols album was recorded live to analogue tape at Nashville's famed Blackbird Studios by Eddie Spear (Slash, Rival Sons, Zach Bryan) late last year.
This live version was filmed and recorded during the same album sessions.
JJN’s current and lengthy international tour will run through to February 2024; the tour takes in Spain, France, the UK (dates listed below), Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany and The Netherlands before he returns home to the U.S where he will play 33 dates, east to west.
Tour Dates / tickets at: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/2423269
Related, Seymour Duncan recently released the signature JJN P90 Silencer guitar pickup.
"This new pickup is essential to my tone,” says Jared. “It was custom voiced specifically to my tone that runs the gamut from barking dirty crunch to sparkling clean without the hum. Simply put, the Seymour Duncan Jared James Nichols P90 Silencer™ is my dream pickup.”
JJN will be making select in-store appearances to celebrate the release of the JJN P90 Silencer along the world tour routing. You can watch JJN talking about the SD JJN P90 Silencer pickup here.
Jared James Nichols - Uk Tour Dates October 2023
Oct. 10 - Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
Oct. 11 - Wolverhampton, KK's Steelmill
Oct. 12 - London, The Dome
Oct. 13 - Manchester, Rebellion
Oct. 14 - Bradford, Nightrain
Oct. 15 - Glasgow, The Cathouse
Oct. 16 - Bristol, The Fleece
Oct. 17 - Milton Keynes, Crauford Arms
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This live version was filmed and recorded during the same album sessions.
JJN’s current and lengthy international tour will run through to February 2024; the tour takes in Spain, France, the UK (dates listed below), Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany and The Netherlands before he returns home to the U.S where he will play 33 dates, east to west.
Tour Dates / tickets at: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/2423269
Related, Seymour Duncan recently released the signature JJN P90 Silencer guitar pickup.
"This new pickup is essential to my tone,” says Jared. “It was custom voiced specifically to my tone that runs the gamut from barking dirty crunch to sparkling clean without the hum. Simply put, the Seymour Duncan Jared James Nichols P90 Silencer™ is my dream pickup.”
JJN will be making select in-store appearances to celebrate the release of the JJN P90 Silencer along the world tour routing. You can watch JJN talking about the SD JJN P90 Silencer pickup here.
Jared James Nichols - Uk Tour Dates October 2023
Oct. 10 - Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
Oct. 11 - Wolverhampton, KK's Steelmill
Oct. 12 - London, The Dome
Oct. 13 - Manchester, Rebellion
Oct. 14 - Bradford, Nightrain
Oct. 15 - Glasgow, The Cathouse
Oct. 16 - Bristol, The Fleece
Oct. 17 - Milton Keynes, Crauford Arms
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To dovetail with his first ever UK show later this month at the O2 Academy Islington, London, Sicilian guitar virtuoso Matteo Mancuso has released a brand new official video for the song 'Silk Road.'
The track is lifted from Mancuso’s outstanding instrumental debut album The Journey, which was released in July via The Players Club/Mascot Label Group.
The album also features the previous singles 'Samba Pary' and 'Drop D.'
Of the release of 'Silk Road,' Mancuso says, "I’m so happy to share the third official video of a track from my debut album. This song is dedicated to my hometown Palermo and its Arab-Norman roots. Hope you enjoy!"
The track is lifted from Mancuso’s outstanding instrumental debut album The Journey, which was released in July via The Players Club/Mascot Label Group.
The album also features the previous singles 'Samba Pary' and 'Drop D.'
Of the release of 'Silk Road,' Mancuso says, "I’m so happy to share the third official video of a track from my debut album. This song is dedicated to my hometown Palermo and its Arab-Norman roots. Hope you enjoy!"
Matteo Mancuso will perform at the O2 Academy Islington in London on Wednesday, 27th September.
There are tickets still available, which can be purchased by clicking here.
Originally a YouTube sensation, Matteo Mancuso caught the attention of stellar players such as Steve Vai, Al Di Meola, Dweezil Zappa and Tosin Abasi.
His debut album The Journey was recorded at Fico d'India Studios, Casteldaccia, Sicily, by his father, Vincenzo Mancuso – himself a gifted player (he also played on the record and co-wrote two songs).
The album also features Stefano India (bass) and Giuseppe Bruno (drums), with contributions from Riccardo Oliva (bass), Gianluca Pellerito (drums) and Giuseppe Vasapolli (piano/ organ).
Matteo Mancuso has performed with Tommy Emmanuel in Palermo, shared the stage with Al Di Meola at the closing night of the Eddie Lang Jazz Festival and played the Lugano Jazz Festival in Switzerland, guesting with prog-rockers PFM; he also delivered an incredible performance at the New Ross Guitar Festival in Ireland.
But 2023 is where 'The Journey' truly begins for this precocious and highly regarded talent.
"It's a new level; the tone, the touch, the notes!" - Steve Vai
"His improvisational ability is light years ahead. It was like when Jacko Pastorius came on the scene… how did he get so good and so fast?" - Al Di Meola.
"He's a virtuoso beyond virtuosos." - Tosin Abasi
"I have not seen anyone reinvent like this since Stanley Jordan" - Joe Bonamassa.
"The Journey is a legitimate contender for not just debut album of the year, but album of the year, period."
- FabricationsHQ
Purchase (CD or Vinyl) or stream The Journey here: https://lnk.to/matteomancuso
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There are tickets still available, which can be purchased by clicking here.
Originally a YouTube sensation, Matteo Mancuso caught the attention of stellar players such as Steve Vai, Al Di Meola, Dweezil Zappa and Tosin Abasi.
His debut album The Journey was recorded at Fico d'India Studios, Casteldaccia, Sicily, by his father, Vincenzo Mancuso – himself a gifted player (he also played on the record and co-wrote two songs).
The album also features Stefano India (bass) and Giuseppe Bruno (drums), with contributions from Riccardo Oliva (bass), Gianluca Pellerito (drums) and Giuseppe Vasapolli (piano/ organ).
Matteo Mancuso has performed with Tommy Emmanuel in Palermo, shared the stage with Al Di Meola at the closing night of the Eddie Lang Jazz Festival and played the Lugano Jazz Festival in Switzerland, guesting with prog-rockers PFM; he also delivered an incredible performance at the New Ross Guitar Festival in Ireland.
But 2023 is where 'The Journey' truly begins for this precocious and highly regarded talent.
"It's a new level; the tone, the touch, the notes!" - Steve Vai
"His improvisational ability is light years ahead. It was like when Jacko Pastorius came on the scene… how did he get so good and so fast?" - Al Di Meola.
"He's a virtuoso beyond virtuosos." - Tosin Abasi
"I have not seen anyone reinvent like this since Stanley Jordan" - Joe Bonamassa.
"The Journey is a legitimate contender for not just debut album of the year, but album of the year, period."
- FabricationsHQ
Purchase (CD or Vinyl) or stream The Journey here: https://lnk.to/matteomancuso
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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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Canadian roots-rockers The Commoners have just released a brand new single entitled 'Devil Teasin’ Me.'
It can be streamed from all streaming platforms: https://lnk.fuga.com/thecommoners_devilteasinme
'Devil Teasin’ Me,' where self-reckoning lyricism meets southern fuelled rock 'n' soul, is also the first single to be lifted from the Commoners highly anticipated third studio album, Restless, which will be released worldwide by Gypsy Soul Records in the spring of 2024.
On the single the band – Chris Medhurst (lead vocals, guitar), Ross Hayes Citrullo (lead guitar), Ben Spiller (bass), Adam Cannon (drums), Miles Evans-Branagh (keys) – are joined by backing singers Chantal Williams & Nicky Lawrence.
"Devil Teasin’ Me embodies the spirit of rock, blues, soul, and roots," says Chris Medhurst.
"We wanted to capture the sheer excitement of roots rock. This is the music that we listen to!"
It can be streamed from all streaming platforms: https://lnk.fuga.com/thecommoners_devilteasinme
'Devil Teasin’ Me,' where self-reckoning lyricism meets southern fuelled rock 'n' soul, is also the first single to be lifted from the Commoners highly anticipated third studio album, Restless, which will be released worldwide by Gypsy Soul Records in the spring of 2024.
On the single the band – Chris Medhurst (lead vocals, guitar), Ross Hayes Citrullo (lead guitar), Ben Spiller (bass), Adam Cannon (drums), Miles Evans-Branagh (keys) – are joined by backing singers Chantal Williams & Nicky Lawrence.
"Devil Teasin’ Me embodies the spirit of rock, blues, soul, and roots," says Chris Medhurst.
"We wanted to capture the sheer excitement of roots rock. This is the music that we listen to!"
With two UK and European tours already under their belt, the Commoners are well on their way to becoming one of the best roots rock and roll bands on either side of the pond.
You can catch the band on tour in the UK through 19th to 30th October when they support Samantha Fish & Jesse Dayton; they follow their support slot up with a headline gig at the Bourne Music Club, Wednesday 1st November (see dates below).
Blending rock and roll, southern blues and roots music, The Commoners deliver the aforementioned with high-energy riffs, soulful vocals and rich harmonies.
The result is high-class, Southern-style rock experience, as heard to fine effect on latest album, Find A Better Way (Gypsy Soul Records, 2022).
The Commoners – October/ November UK Dates (supporting Samantha Fish & Jesse Dayton)
(Tickets available from thecommoners.ca )
Sunderland, The Fire Station - Thursday 19 October
Glasgow, Barrowlands - Friday 20 October
Manchester, Ritz - Saturday 21 October
Bristol, SWX - Sunday 22 October
York, Barbican - Tuesday 24 October
Cambridge, Junction - Wednesday 25 October
Bournemouth, O2 Academy - Thursday 26 October
Bexhill, De La Warr Pavilion - Friday 27 October
Birmingham, O2 Institute - Saturday 28 October
London, 100 Club (Sold Out) - Monday 30 October
Headline Show:
Sittingbourne, The Bourne Music Club - Wednesday 1 November
Tickets available from: https://thecommoners.ca/tour-dates-2023/
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You can catch the band on tour in the UK through 19th to 30th October when they support Samantha Fish & Jesse Dayton; they follow their support slot up with a headline gig at the Bourne Music Club, Wednesday 1st November (see dates below).
Blending rock and roll, southern blues and roots music, The Commoners deliver the aforementioned with high-energy riffs, soulful vocals and rich harmonies.
The result is high-class, Southern-style rock experience, as heard to fine effect on latest album, Find A Better Way (Gypsy Soul Records, 2022).
The Commoners – October/ November UK Dates (supporting Samantha Fish & Jesse Dayton)
(Tickets available from thecommoners.ca )
Sunderland, The Fire Station - Thursday 19 October
Glasgow, Barrowlands - Friday 20 October
Manchester, Ritz - Saturday 21 October
Bristol, SWX - Sunday 22 October
York, Barbican - Tuesday 24 October
Cambridge, Junction - Wednesday 25 October
Bournemouth, O2 Academy - Thursday 26 October
Bexhill, De La Warr Pavilion - Friday 27 October
Birmingham, O2 Institute - Saturday 28 October
London, 100 Club (Sold Out) - Monday 30 October
Headline Show:
Sittingbourne, The Bourne Music Club - Wednesday 1 November
Tickets available from: https://thecommoners.ca/tour-dates-2023/
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Rock band Brave Rival, following two years of critical acclaim for their excellent live performances and 2022 debut album Life’s Machine, are Kickstarting the next chapter in their musical story…
As was successfully undertaken for the debut album, the talented and Blues Award nominated quintet recently launched a Kickstarter campaign to help fund their highly anticipated second album.
Such was the support from the dedicated fanbase (affectionately known as Bavarians) the target was reached in record time; however the band have decided to let the pledge campaign run through to its original target date of Friday November 10th, thus allowing for additional funding awards to be received and the potential of an even higher quality product.
The Kickstarter campaign also offers fans the opportunity to access exclusive content, including interactive rewards like an exclusive quiz night with the band, the opportunity to lend your vocals to one of the album's tracks, the chance to have the band perform in your own home, secure a signed copy of their second album, and receive unique Brave Rival merchandise.
Pledging includes early access to the new signed album, a Kickstarter-exclusive T-shirt, and the chance to be among the first to own the new live album Live at the Half Moon.
Support the Kickstarter campaign by clicking here.
As was successfully undertaken for the debut album, the talented and Blues Award nominated quintet recently launched a Kickstarter campaign to help fund their highly anticipated second album.
Such was the support from the dedicated fanbase (affectionately known as Bavarians) the target was reached in record time; however the band have decided to let the pledge campaign run through to its original target date of Friday November 10th, thus allowing for additional funding awards to be received and the potential of an even higher quality product.
The Kickstarter campaign also offers fans the opportunity to access exclusive content, including interactive rewards like an exclusive quiz night with the band, the opportunity to lend your vocals to one of the album's tracks, the chance to have the band perform in your own home, secure a signed copy of their second album, and receive unique Brave Rival merchandise.
Pledging includes early access to the new signed album, a Kickstarter-exclusive T-shirt, and the chance to be among the first to own the new live album Live at the Half Moon.
Support the Kickstarter campaign by clicking here.
Photo by Two Finger Media
Since the release of Life's Machine, Brave Rival, who describe their sound as "a blend of classic rock with the depth of blues and the spirit of soul," have received praise from the likes of Joe Bonamassa ("one of my favourite discoveries this year"), while Classic Rock Magazine's Dave Ling announced "watch their ascension continue!" FabricationsHQ gave Life’s Machine the nod as the 2022 Debut Album Of The Year
During their extensive travels across the country, Brave Rival has connected deeply with their passionate fans, who have shared their personal battles with mental health.
These stories have inspired the band's upcoming album, infusing it with newfound energy and authenticity that mirrors their similarly energetic live shows.
Producer Tarrant Shepherd will also be on board when recording begins in January.
Brave Rival are:
Chloe Josephine and Lindsey Bonnick (lead vocalists); Ed Clarke (guitars); Billy Dedman (bass); Donna Peters (drums)
Brave Rival - autumn & winter live dates
( Info & tickets: https://braverival.com/ )
Saturday 23rd September - NWOCR LIVE FEST 2, Wolverhampton
Sunday 24th September - Guildford - The Boileroom
Wednesday 4th October - York - The Fulford Arms
Thursday 5th October - Barnoldswick - Music & Arts Centre
Friday 6th October - Carlisle - Blues Rock Festival
Thursday 12th October - Worthing - The Factory Live
Friday 13th October - Frome - The Tree House
Saturday 14th October - Beer - Blues Festival
Friday 20th October - Aldershot - West End Centre
Saturday 21st October - Eastwell - Village Hall
Sunday 22nd October - Staines - Thameside Brewery
Thursday 26th October - Hull - The New Adelphi Club
Friday 27th October - Birmingham - Joe Joe Jims
Saturday 28th October - Southport - Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
Saturday 4th November - Newbury - Arlington Arts
Thursday 9th November - Grimsby - Yardbirds Rock Club
Friday 10th November - Whitby - Whitby Rocks Festival
Saturday 11th November - Doncaster - The Leopard
Friday 17th November - Sheffield - The Greystones
Saturday 18th November - Keighley - Studio 5
Sunday 19th November - The Glasgow Blues Rhythm & Rock Festival, Oran Mor
Wednesday 22nd November - Oxford - The Bullingdon
Saturday 2nd November - Looe - Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
Wednesday 6th December - Hastings - Blackbox
Thursday 7th December - London - Dingwalls
Thursday 21st December - Portsmouth - The Wedgewood Rooms
Friday 22nd December - Brighton - Komedia Studio
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During their extensive travels across the country, Brave Rival has connected deeply with their passionate fans, who have shared their personal battles with mental health.
These stories have inspired the band's upcoming album, infusing it with newfound energy and authenticity that mirrors their similarly energetic live shows.
Producer Tarrant Shepherd will also be on board when recording begins in January.
Brave Rival are:
Chloe Josephine and Lindsey Bonnick (lead vocalists); Ed Clarke (guitars); Billy Dedman (bass); Donna Peters (drums)
Brave Rival - autumn & winter live dates
( Info & tickets: https://braverival.com/ )
Saturday 23rd September - NWOCR LIVE FEST 2, Wolverhampton
Sunday 24th September - Guildford - The Boileroom
Wednesday 4th October - York - The Fulford Arms
Thursday 5th October - Barnoldswick - Music & Arts Centre
Friday 6th October - Carlisle - Blues Rock Festival
Thursday 12th October - Worthing - The Factory Live
Friday 13th October - Frome - The Tree House
Saturday 14th October - Beer - Blues Festival
Friday 20th October - Aldershot - West End Centre
Saturday 21st October - Eastwell - Village Hall
Sunday 22nd October - Staines - Thameside Brewery
Thursday 26th October - Hull - The New Adelphi Club
Friday 27th October - Birmingham - Joe Joe Jims
Saturday 28th October - Southport - Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
Saturday 4th November - Newbury - Arlington Arts
Thursday 9th November - Grimsby - Yardbirds Rock Club
Friday 10th November - Whitby - Whitby Rocks Festival
Saturday 11th November - Doncaster - The Leopard
Friday 17th November - Sheffield - The Greystones
Saturday 18th November - Keighley - Studio 5
Sunday 19th November - The Glasgow Blues Rhythm & Rock Festival, Oran Mor
Wednesday 22nd November - Oxford - The Bullingdon
Saturday 2nd November - Looe - Blues, Rhythm & Rock Festival
Wednesday 6th December - Hastings - Blackbox
Thursday 7th December - London - Dingwalls
Thursday 21st December - Portsmouth - The Wedgewood Rooms
Friday 22nd December - Brighton - Komedia Studio
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Robert Jon & The Wreck, the roots rock & roll collective from Southern California, have just released a brand new, rockin' single entitled 'Stone Cold Killer.'
Produced by Kevin Shirley at The Village Studios in Los Angeles, the single is out now on all digital platforms via Joe Bonamassa's Journeyman Records.
Stream the single via https://ktbarecords.com/streaming/robertjon/stonecold/
The accompanying music video is a departure from their previous visuals, as it marks the band's first foray into animation. Directed and animated by Marco Pavone, the video depicts the band members as fun caricatures with a love (literally) kills storyline that gives the song's lyric a whole new perspective...
Produced by Kevin Shirley at The Village Studios in Los Angeles, the single is out now on all digital platforms via Joe Bonamassa's Journeyman Records.
Stream the single via https://ktbarecords.com/streaming/robertjon/stonecold/
The accompanying music video is a departure from their previous visuals, as it marks the band's first foray into animation. Directed and animated by Marco Pavone, the video depicts the band members as fun caricatures with a love (literally) kills storyline that gives the song's lyric a whole new perspective...
Photo by Adam Kennedy
Acting as a teaser to their forthcoming album slated for release next year, 'Stone Cold Killer' showcases 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).
Robert Jon & The Wreck are touring extensively in 2023, on both sides of the pond.
Following concluding UK dates, the band will embark on a European tour (dates listed below) before heading back to the U.S. in November.
They will start their Stateside leg of dates by supporting The Mavericks for four shows, followed by their own headline tour that continues into December.
For more details and ticket information, visit https://robertjonandthewreck.com/pages/tour
Robert Jon & The Wreck
European Tour Dates September/ October
9/22/23 - Cambridge, UK - Junction
9/23/23 - Southampton, UK - The Brook
9/24/23 - Folkestone, UK - Quarterhouse
9/27/23 - Le Thor, FR - Le Sonograf
9/28/23 - Talcy (Blois), FR - Le Quai'Son
9/29/23 - Penmarch, FR - Cap Caval
9/30/23 - Herent, BE - GC De Wildeman
10/1/23 - Winterbach, DE - Strandbar 51
10/2/23 - Salzburg, AT - Rockhouse
10/3/23 - Rimsting, DE - Feuerwehr
10/4/23 - Frankfurt, DE - Nachtleben
10/5/23 - Seon, CH - Konservi Seon
10/6/23 - Basel, CH - Atlantis
10/7/23 - Torgau, DE - Kulturbastion Torgau
10/8/23 - Fulda, DE - Kulturzentrum
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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).
Robert Jon & The Wreck are touring extensively in 2023, on both sides of the pond.
Following concluding UK dates, the band will embark on a European tour (dates listed below) before heading back to the U.S. in November.
They will start their Stateside leg of dates by supporting The Mavericks for four shows, followed by their own headline tour that continues into December.
For more details and ticket information, visit https://robertjonandthewreck.com/pages/tour
Robert Jon & The Wreck
European Tour Dates September/ October
9/22/23 - Cambridge, UK - Junction
9/23/23 - Southampton, UK - The Brook
9/24/23 - Folkestone, UK - Quarterhouse
9/27/23 - Le Thor, FR - Le Sonograf
9/28/23 - Talcy (Blois), FR - Le Quai'Son
9/29/23 - Penmarch, FR - Cap Caval
9/30/23 - Herent, BE - GC De Wildeman
10/1/23 - Winterbach, DE - Strandbar 51
10/2/23 - Salzburg, AT - Rockhouse
10/3/23 - Rimsting, DE - Feuerwehr
10/4/23 - Frankfurt, DE - Nachtleben
10/5/23 - Seon, CH - Konservi Seon
10/6/23 - Basel, CH - Atlantis
10/7/23 - Torgau, DE - Kulturbastion Torgau
10/8/23 - Fulda, DE - Kulturzentrum
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Luminary blues/ rock guitarist Robin Trower will release a brand new album on the 27th October, featuring a special guest vocalist.
The smouldering Joyful Sky features powerhouse blues rock vocalist Sari Schorr; the New York singer, currently working on her own new album, has just come off a successful tour as Special Guest support to Kiefer Sutherland.
Always receptive to singers who can elevate his emotive guitar touch, the 78-year-old Godfather Of Tone heard a quality in the acclaimed singer’s powerful voice that made him want to tear down and rebuild his songcraft around her.
"I've worked with some great vocalists over the years but Sari is dynamite, just an absolute knockout," reflects Trower.
"This album really pushed me; it made me write in different keys and arrange for her voice. I went more down the R&B route this time, because I knew she'd be great with that flavour. But the blues still underpins everything I do – and there's definitely elements from my 70s stuff in this new album..."
A second single from the forthcoming album, the Bond meets smoky blues of 'I'll Be Moving On,' has now been released as a single.
"This is my favourite track on the album," says Trower. "It’s soulful, has a vibe about it, and shows Sari at her very best."
"This song is quite special because it beautifully encapsulates the synergy between Robin and me," adds Schorr.
The smouldering Joyful Sky features powerhouse blues rock vocalist Sari Schorr; the New York singer, currently working on her own new album, has just come off a successful tour as Special Guest support to Kiefer Sutherland.
Always receptive to singers who can elevate his emotive guitar touch, the 78-year-old Godfather Of Tone heard a quality in the acclaimed singer’s powerful voice that made him want to tear down and rebuild his songcraft around her.
"I've worked with some great vocalists over the years but Sari is dynamite, just an absolute knockout," reflects Trower.
"This album really pushed me; it made me write in different keys and arrange for her voice. I went more down the R&B route this time, because I knew she'd be great with that flavour. But the blues still underpins everything I do – and there's definitely elements from my 70s stuff in this new album..."
A second single from the forthcoming album, the Bond meets smoky blues of 'I'll Be Moving On,' has now been released as a single.
"This is my favourite track on the album," says Trower. "It’s soulful, has a vibe about it, and shows Sari at her very best."
"This song is quite special because it beautifully encapsulates the synergy between Robin and me," adds Schorr.
For six decades Robin Trower’s career has been an act of quiet rebellion.
Rewind the reels of the British guitarist’s backstory and you’ll find an artist who has always rolled the dice rather than take the path of least resistance. In the early 70s, Trower announced his fearless streak by leaving the security of Procol Harum for a gold-selling solo career whose ever-present fusion-blues Bridge Of Sighs album filled the stadiums of North America.
The 21st century has seen Trower deliver a plethora of acclaimed blues based albums including Roots And Branches, Time And Emotion and last year’s No More Worlds To Conquer.
Pre-order/ pre-save Joyful Sky, including Vinyl Edition, here: https://lnk.to/robintrower
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Rewind the reels of the British guitarist’s backstory and you’ll find an artist who has always rolled the dice rather than take the path of least resistance. In the early 70s, Trower announced his fearless streak by leaving the security of Procol Harum for a gold-selling solo career whose ever-present fusion-blues Bridge Of Sighs album filled the stadiums of North America.
The 21st century has seen Trower deliver a plethora of acclaimed blues based albums including Roots And Branches, Time And Emotion and last year’s No More Worlds To Conquer.
Pre-order/ pre-save Joyful Sky, including Vinyl Edition, here: https://lnk.to/robintrower
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Renowned for ushering American roots into the contemporary era, 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 taster single, 'Best Of Times,' is a powerful and punchy, horns augmented number that showcases the very essence of the album, amalgamating urban undertones with poignant socio-political observations, as the lyric to Best Of Times very much reinforces.
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 taster single, 'Best Of Times,' is a powerful and punchy, horns augmented number that showcases the very essence of the album, amalgamating urban undertones with poignant socio-political observations, as the lyric to Best Of Times very much reinforces.
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 is 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 is 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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Following a London residency at The Bedford, Balham, and The Camden Club, award-winning singer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalist Tony Moore has announced his one-man, multi-media AWAKE show will be presented in Guildford, Surrey, in October.
The live show will be performed on Sunday 29th October in the intimate surroundings of The Electric Theatre.
Tickets are on sale now and available at: https://electric.theatre/shows/tony-moore-awake/
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.
The live show will be performed on Sunday 29th October in the intimate surroundings of The Electric Theatre.
Tickets are on sale now and available at: https://electric.theatre/shows/tony-moore-awake/
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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A year on from previous studio album Nobody’s Fool, #1 Billboard Blues guitarist Joanne Shaw Taylor has released a new single entitled 'Sweet 'Lil Lies.'
Stream the single here: https://ktbarecords.com/streaming/jst/sweetlil/
Produced by Kevin Shirley at the renowned RCA Studio A in Nashville, the song features a blended collaboration of top-notch musicians including Rob McNelly (Carrie Underwood, Buddy Guy) on guitar, Doug Lancio (John Hiatt, Bob Dylan) on rhythm guitar, Alison Prestwood (Blake Shelton, Olivia Newton-John, George Benson) on bass, Jimmy Wallace (Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Gavin DeGraw) on keys, and Anton Fig (David Letterman, Joe Bonamassa) on drums & percussion.
Released by Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records, the single, with a lyric about that self-realisation of knowing when it's time to walk away, recalls Buckingham & Nicks era Fleetwood Mac at their crossover pop-blues rock best.
"Sweet 'Lil Lies was the first song I wrote just for this new album," comments JST.
"I’d been messing around with the lead piano part and built the rest of the song around that melody. As soon as I had that main melody, 'I got sweet little lies, all the time' stuck in my head on a loop.
It probably took me less than an hour to finish it; some songs work like that."
Stream the single here: https://ktbarecords.com/streaming/jst/sweetlil/
Produced by Kevin Shirley at the renowned RCA Studio A in Nashville, the song features a blended collaboration of top-notch musicians including Rob McNelly (Carrie Underwood, Buddy Guy) on guitar, Doug Lancio (John Hiatt, Bob Dylan) on rhythm guitar, Alison Prestwood (Blake Shelton, Olivia Newton-John, George Benson) on bass, Jimmy Wallace (Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Gavin DeGraw) on keys, and Anton Fig (David Letterman, Joe Bonamassa) on drums & percussion.
Released by Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records, the single, with a lyric about that self-realisation of knowing when it's time to walk away, recalls Buckingham & Nicks era Fleetwood Mac at their crossover pop-blues rock best.
"Sweet 'Lil Lies was the first song I wrote just for this new album," comments JST.
"I’d been messing around with the lead piano part and built the rest of the song around that melody. As soon as I had that main melody, 'I got sweet little lies, all the time' stuck in my head on a loop.
It probably took me less than an hour to finish it; some songs work like that."
Discovered by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics when she was 16 years old and subsequently invited to tour the world, Joanne Shaw Taylor's has since risen to be one of the most noted singer-guitarists on the blues rock circuit on both sides of the pond.
Having delivered stand-out albums such as Reckless Heart (2019), The Blues Album (2021) and Nobody's Fool (2022), Joanne Shaw Taylor shows no signs of slowing down - she's currently working on her next studio album and on 25th September embarks on a 33 date fall tour of the US.
"Taylor has navigated the journey from rough diamond to global star... in a male-dominated guitar world, she truly holds her own." – ERB Magazine
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Having delivered stand-out albums such as Reckless Heart (2019), The Blues Album (2021) and Nobody's Fool (2022), Joanne Shaw Taylor shows no signs of slowing down - she's currently working on her next studio album and on 25th September embarks on a 33 date fall tour of the US.
"Taylor has navigated the journey from rough diamond to global star... in a male-dominated guitar world, she truly holds her own." – ERB Magazine
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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 teh 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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Vibrant Nashville roots rockers Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown are releasing a very special record.
Firstly, LIVE From ’79 will only be released on Vinyl.
Secondly, when TBSD say live, they surely do mean it – the record was cut, mixed & mastered directly to a vinyl lacquer in front of a live studio audience; no stopping, editing or polishing.
Pre-orders for the album, which will be released on 29th September on Rattle Shake Records, are open now at:
https://eyesoremerch.com/bands/t/tyler-bryant-the-shakedown/
"We’ve always prided ourselves on being a live band," says Tyler Bryant. "We dig when rock and roll is raw, when flaws are embraced, and humanity is amplified.
When Universal Audio asked us if we’d consider recording an album direct to disk at Welcome To 1979, it was a no-brainer – we started Rattle Shake Records (the band’s independent label provides a direct line of communication with their fans) so we could create and share moments like this with you."
Additionally, the band has partnered with Veeps to stream the complete recording session; the line-up for the show features the core band of Tyler Bryant (guitar/vocals), Caleb Crosby (drums) and Graham Whitford (guitar) joined by and Ryan Fitzgerald (bass).
"We’re excited for TBSD supporters around the world to be able to come together and experience what we consider to be a perfectly reckless snapshot of us doing exactly what we love to do!" continues Bryant.
The official release show will air at 7pm CST on 29th September 2023 / BST 1am Saturday 30th Sept; it will be available to re-play for 48 hours after the stream.
The band will also be hanging and celebrating their third Rattle Shake Records release with fans in the live chat. Click here for the Veeps/ preview link.
Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown latest studio album is Shake the Roots.
Released last September, the album, featuring Bryant, Crosby and Whitford, includes the single 'Ain't None Watered Down'
Firstly, LIVE From ’79 will only be released on Vinyl.
Secondly, when TBSD say live, they surely do mean it – the record was cut, mixed & mastered directly to a vinyl lacquer in front of a live studio audience; no stopping, editing or polishing.
Pre-orders for the album, which will be released on 29th September on Rattle Shake Records, are open now at:
https://eyesoremerch.com/bands/t/tyler-bryant-the-shakedown/
"We’ve always prided ourselves on being a live band," says Tyler Bryant. "We dig when rock and roll is raw, when flaws are embraced, and humanity is amplified.
When Universal Audio asked us if we’d consider recording an album direct to disk at Welcome To 1979, it was a no-brainer – we started Rattle Shake Records (the band’s independent label provides a direct line of communication with their fans) so we could create and share moments like this with you."
Additionally, the band has partnered with Veeps to stream the complete recording session; the line-up for the show features the core band of Tyler Bryant (guitar/vocals), Caleb Crosby (drums) and Graham Whitford (guitar) joined by and Ryan Fitzgerald (bass).
"We’re excited for TBSD supporters around the world to be able to come together and experience what we consider to be a perfectly reckless snapshot of us doing exactly what we love to do!" continues Bryant.
The official release show will air at 7pm CST on 29th September 2023 / BST 1am Saturday 30th Sept; it will be available to re-play for 48 hours after the stream.
The band will also be hanging and celebrating their third Rattle Shake Records release with fans in the live chat. Click here for the Veeps/ preview link.
Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown latest studio album is Shake the Roots.
Released last September, the album, featuring Bryant, Crosby and Whitford, includes the single 'Ain't None Watered Down'
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With this year being 40 years since Swedish melodic rock icons Europe released their self-titled debut album, the band are set to celebrate the landmark with a full Autumn European & UK tour.
Additionally, last year, with millions of album sales already under their belt and a #1 hit in 1986 across 25 countries with 'The Final Countdown,' the band received an award from YouTube for the first Swedish band ever to receive a billion views for any one song.
The Time Capsule tour, which starts on 30th September, will take in 18 shows across Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Norway, Sweden, France, The Netherlands and the UK, including two nights at the prestigious London Palladium. See UK tour dates below.
Additionally, last year, with millions of album sales already under their belt and a #1 hit in 1986 across 25 countries with 'The Final Countdown,' the band received an award from YouTube for the first Swedish band ever to receive a billion views for any one song.
The Time Capsule tour, which starts on 30th September, will take in 18 shows across Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Norway, Sweden, France, The Netherlands and the UK, including two nights at the prestigious London Palladium. See UK tour dates below.
The Time Capsule shows will consist of career retrospective 'evening with' sets that feature all the hits, deeper cuts and fan favourites, from all eleven studio albums.
Of the upcoming tour, Europe front man Joey Tempest says "Thanks to you guys out there we are honoured to still be here today, making records and touring the world.
40 years ago, we had that dream, and here we are eleven albums later. We look forward to seeing you all in September and October for this very special tour!"
Europe are:
Joey Tempest – Lead Vocals; John Norum – Guitars; John Leven – Bass; Mic Michaeli – Keyboards; Ian Haugland – Drums
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Of the upcoming tour, Europe front man Joey Tempest says "Thanks to you guys out there we are honoured to still be here today, making records and touring the world.
40 years ago, we had that dream, and here we are eleven albums later. We look forward to seeing you all in September and October for this very special tour!"
Europe are:
Joey Tempest – Lead Vocals; John Norum – Guitars; John Leven – Bass; Mic Michaeli – Keyboards; Ian Haugland – Drums
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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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LALU, the progressively shaped brainchild of French composer/ keyboardist/ producer Vivien Lalu, and featuring singer Damien Wilson, will release their fourth album The Fish Who Wanted To Be King on 29th October via Frontiers.
Pre-save/ Add here: https://orcd.co/thefish
A Lyric Video for the highly rhythmic, dynamic and up-tempo eleven miute title track has now been released.
Pre-save/ Add here: https://orcd.co/thefish
A Lyric Video for the highly rhythmic, dynamic and up-tempo eleven miute title track has now been released.
"I never make the same song twice, let alone the same album," states Vivien Lalu. "For this new record, I wanted to approach things differently, adopting a process to more closely mirror the dynamics of a band.
I began recording my ideas on synths and piano, which I then shared with my regular collaborator, Joop Wolters, who crafted the guitar and bass parts. We then gave the other group members the freedom to express their creativity, which fostered a sense of unity and cohesiveness.
It was an opportunity for everyone to shine and bring their unique talents to the forefront."
"The album concept draws inspiration from the spirit of the original pioneers of Dada, who vehemently opposed war and ridiculed the power structure of the time," explains Damien Wilson.
"It challenges conventional notions and delves into the realms of hierarchy, accountability and adaptability and continues the narrative from previous LALU album Paint The Sky."
LALU will also be accompanying Damian Wilson on his One Knight Only European tour in late October/early November, which takes in a number of shows in Germany and the Benelux.
A celebration of his three decade career as a frontman, the live set will revisit songs from Wilson's time with LALU as well as acts such as Ayreon, Landmarq and Threshold.
Further details are available here:
http://www.damian-wilson.net/dates.php
The Fish Who Wanted To Be King – Track listing:
1 Forever Digital; 2 The Fish Who Wanted To Be King; 3 Deoxyribonucleic Acid; 4 Is That a London Number; 5 Amnesia 1916; 6 A Reversal of Fortune; 7 The Wondering Kind
LALU
Vivien Lalu - composer, keyboards, producer; Damian Wilson - vocals; Joop Wolters - guitars, bass
Jelly Cardarelli - drums; Matt Daniel - keyboards, Hammond organ, piano
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I began recording my ideas on synths and piano, which I then shared with my regular collaborator, Joop Wolters, who crafted the guitar and bass parts. We then gave the other group members the freedom to express their creativity, which fostered a sense of unity and cohesiveness.
It was an opportunity for everyone to shine and bring their unique talents to the forefront."
"The album concept draws inspiration from the spirit of the original pioneers of Dada, who vehemently opposed war and ridiculed the power structure of the time," explains Damien Wilson.
"It challenges conventional notions and delves into the realms of hierarchy, accountability and adaptability and continues the narrative from previous LALU album Paint The Sky."
LALU will also be accompanying Damian Wilson on his One Knight Only European tour in late October/early November, which takes in a number of shows in Germany and the Benelux.
A celebration of his three decade career as a frontman, the live set will revisit songs from Wilson's time with LALU as well as acts such as Ayreon, Landmarq and Threshold.
Further details are available here:
http://www.damian-wilson.net/dates.php
The Fish Who Wanted To Be King – Track listing:
1 Forever Digital; 2 The Fish Who Wanted To Be King; 3 Deoxyribonucleic Acid; 4 Is That a London Number; 5 Amnesia 1916; 6 A Reversal of Fortune; 7 The Wondering Kind
LALU
Vivien Lalu - composer, keyboards, producer; Damian Wilson - vocals; Joop Wolters - guitars, bass
Jelly Cardarelli - drums; Matt Daniel - keyboards, Hammond organ, piano
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Internationally acclaimed Finnish guitarist-singer-songwriter Erja Lyytinen will release a new live album entitled Diamonds On The Road – Live 2023 via Tuohi Records on 6th October.
The album is available to pre-order (Double CD, Vinyl or Digital) at the following link:
https://erjalyytinen.com/diamonds-on-the-road-preorder
The title track/ third single to be lifted from the forthcoming album is out now.
You can stream or download the single by clicking here.
The moody rock-blues 'Diamonds On The Road' tells the story of a woman left alone in a shabby home with a baby, while her man has snuck out to be with his rich lover; she plans revenge and rushes out into the rising storm...
"There’s a slide solo in the outro, where I´m using lots of delay, whammy and distortion to create this gloomy feel,” says Erja about the song. "I wanted to have a 'Strat' sound on this solo, so I’m playing with my Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster in open G tuning."
The album is available to pre-order (Double CD, Vinyl or Digital) at the following link:
https://erjalyytinen.com/diamonds-on-the-road-preorder
The title track/ third single to be lifted from the forthcoming album is out now.
You can stream or download the single by clicking here.
The moody rock-blues 'Diamonds On The Road' tells the story of a woman left alone in a shabby home with a baby, while her man has snuck out to be with his rich lover; she plans revenge and rushes out into the rising storm...
"There’s a slide solo in the outro, where I´m using lots of delay, whammy and distortion to create this gloomy feel,” says Erja about the song. "I wanted to have a 'Strat' sound on this solo, so I’m playing with my Fender Custom Shop Stratocaster in open G tuning."
With the pandemic now in the rear-view mirror Erja Lyytinen and her band have been touring relentlessly, spawning the new and highly impressive live album.
"Diamonds On The Road was recorded towards the end of our Spring tour in March 2023" [at Rytmikorjaamo, Seinäjoki, in the Western part of Finland] says Erja Lyytinen.
"We played ten shows in a row, of which eight were sold out. The band had a good flow going, and the songs were rolling nicely - when playing live, you’ve got one moment to get it right, and then the moment is gone. There is no correcting stuff later.
It is very raw and exciting to play and sing at the same time. The adrenaline runs through your body, and everything around you affects your performance.
On the night of the recording, people were enjoying the live performance, cheering to the solos, dancing, and having a good time together next to each other."
The songs featured on Diamonds On The Road showcase the old, the new, the borrowed and, yes, the blues.
"For the set list we had a mixture of my favourite old songs, a selection of the songs from my latest studio album, Waiting for The Daylight and the cover of Crosstown Traffic," continues Erja.
The new album also includes a feature not found in the artist's previous live releases: "I wrote a song based on artwork by famous Finnish artist Pekka Halonen´s painting Väinämöinen Tuonelassa. The piece tells the story of the Finnish epic saga, Kalevala, where a shaman called Väinämöinen goes to the Underworld. The song is slightly folk metal and sung in Finnish.
It is a cool addition to the set list, as well as my first live recording to have a song sung in Finnish." explains Erja.
"Diamonds On The Road was recorded towards the end of our Spring tour in March 2023" [at Rytmikorjaamo, Seinäjoki, in the Western part of Finland] says Erja Lyytinen.
"We played ten shows in a row, of which eight were sold out. The band had a good flow going, and the songs were rolling nicely - when playing live, you’ve got one moment to get it right, and then the moment is gone. There is no correcting stuff later.
It is very raw and exciting to play and sing at the same time. The adrenaline runs through your body, and everything around you affects your performance.
On the night of the recording, people were enjoying the live performance, cheering to the solos, dancing, and having a good time together next to each other."
The songs featured on Diamonds On The Road showcase the old, the new, the borrowed and, yes, the blues.
"For the set list we had a mixture of my favourite old songs, a selection of the songs from my latest studio album, Waiting for The Daylight and the cover of Crosstown Traffic," continues Erja.
The new album also includes a feature not found in the artist's previous live releases: "I wrote a song based on artwork by famous Finnish artist Pekka Halonen´s painting Väinämöinen Tuonelassa. The piece tells the story of the Finnish epic saga, Kalevala, where a shaman called Väinämöinen goes to the Underworld. The song is slightly folk metal and sung in Finnish.
It is a cool addition to the set list, as well as my first live recording to have a song sung in Finnish." explains Erja.
Photo by Elsa Wellamo
Diamonds On The Road – Live 2023 : CD Track Listing
CD1
1. Diamonds On The Road 4:48
2. Rocking Chair 4:00
3. Bad Seed 5:26
4. Black Ocean 7:13
5. Waiting For The Daylight 6:40
6. Väinämöinen Tuonelassa 5:42
7. Last Girl 5:42
8. Never Really Had You 6:32
CD2
1. You Talk Dirty 6:49
2. Lover´s Novels 5:13
3. Wedding Day 11:35
4. Crosstown Traffic 4:26
5. The End Of Music 10:54
The band:
Erja Lyytinen: Guitar, Vocals
Petri Rahikkala: Keyboards
Tatu Back: Bass, Backing vocals
Iiro Laitinen: Drums
Recorded by Olli Huttunen at Rytmikorjaamo, Seinäjoki.
Mixed by Matias Kiiveri in Hollywood House, Helsinki.
Mastered by Svante Forsbäck, Chartmakers, Espoo.
Erja Lyytinen will also be playing five dates across England in November in support of the album.
Tickets available from erjalyytinen.com/tour
Leicester, Musician - Wednesday 8th November
Oxford, Bullingdon - Thursday 9th November
Sedgefield, Sedgefield Rock & Blues Club - Saturday 11th November
Newcastle, Prohibition Cabaret Bar - Sunday 12th November (Solo Performance)
Sheffield, The Greystones - Tuesday 14th November
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CD1
1. Diamonds On The Road 4:48
2. Rocking Chair 4:00
3. Bad Seed 5:26
4. Black Ocean 7:13
5. Waiting For The Daylight 6:40
6. Väinämöinen Tuonelassa 5:42
7. Last Girl 5:42
8. Never Really Had You 6:32
CD2
1. You Talk Dirty 6:49
2. Lover´s Novels 5:13
3. Wedding Day 11:35
4. Crosstown Traffic 4:26
5. The End Of Music 10:54
The band:
Erja Lyytinen: Guitar, Vocals
Petri Rahikkala: Keyboards
Tatu Back: Bass, Backing vocals
Iiro Laitinen: Drums
Recorded by Olli Huttunen at Rytmikorjaamo, Seinäjoki.
Mixed by Matias Kiiveri in Hollywood House, Helsinki.
Mastered by Svante Forsbäck, Chartmakers, Espoo.
Erja Lyytinen will also be playing five dates across England in November in support of the album.
Tickets available from erjalyytinen.com/tour
Leicester, Musician - Wednesday 8th November
Oxford, Bullingdon - Thursday 9th November
Sedgefield, Sedgefield Rock & Blues Club - Saturday 11th November
Newcastle, Prohibition Cabaret Bar - Sunday 12th November (Solo Performance)
Sheffield, The Greystones - Tuesday 14th November
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Award-winning blues-roots artist Dom Martin will release his highly anticipated third studio album Buried In The Hail on 22nd September on Forty Below Records.
The album is available to pre-order at: https://fortybelow.ffm.to/buried-in-the-hail
'Belfast Blues,' the third single to be lifted from the album, is a gruff and honest electric picking blues and stomp that sums up who Dom Martin in his younger days...
"I’m a Belfast native," proudly states Martin. "I love the place and the people - as we’d say there’s some characters about so there is! The song is about the days I spent playing the pubs and clubs in Northern Ireland. Getting in fights, fires, getting robbed, getting drunk and beaten and just generally misbehaving.
I was a different person back then. Now, I am finally living a life."
The album is available to pre-order at: https://fortybelow.ffm.to/buried-in-the-hail
'Belfast Blues,' the third single to be lifted from the album, is a gruff and honest electric picking blues and stomp that sums up who Dom Martin in his younger days...
"I’m a Belfast native," proudly states Martin. "I love the place and the people - as we’d say there’s some characters about so there is! The song is about the days I spent playing the pubs and clubs in Northern Ireland. Getting in fights, fires, getting robbed, getting drunk and beaten and just generally misbehaving.
I was a different person back then. Now, I am finally living a life."
'Belfast Blues' is available to stream here: https://fortybelow.ffm.to/belfastblues
Buried In the Hail, featuring Ben Graham (bass guitar & double bass) & Jonny McIlroy (drums) was recorded at Golden Egg Studios in Ireland; it was produced in Dublin by Grammy nominated producers Chris O’Brien & Graham Murphy, and co-produced by Dom Martin.
Steeped in the Roots, Americana, and Blues genres, many of the tracks on the album possess an almost cinematic theme. There is also one cover, a version of Willie Nelson’s 'Crazy,' as made famous by Patsy Cline.
Additionally, Dom Martin admits that the new album is the first complete work he’s recorded with which he is 100% happy.
"Buried In the Hail is the kind of album where the more you listen to it, the more you will get out of it."
Dom Martin and his band will tour the new album throughout the UK and Ireland in October and November (see poster below).
Tickets: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/680104
Buried In the Hail, featuring Ben Graham (bass guitar & double bass) & Jonny McIlroy (drums) was recorded at Golden Egg Studios in Ireland; it was produced in Dublin by Grammy nominated producers Chris O’Brien & Graham Murphy, and co-produced by Dom Martin.
Steeped in the Roots, Americana, and Blues genres, many of the tracks on the album possess an almost cinematic theme. There is also one cover, a version of Willie Nelson’s 'Crazy,' as made famous by Patsy Cline.
Additionally, Dom Martin admits that the new album is the first complete work he’s recorded with which he is 100% happy.
"Buried In the Hail is the kind of album where the more you listen to it, the more you will get out of it."
Dom Martin and his band will tour the new album throughout the UK and Ireland in October and November (see poster below).
Tickets: https://www.bandsintown.com/a/680104
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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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Following their February 2023 UK tour supporting Robert Jon & The Wreck, and recent release of critically acclaimed and uplifting single 'Sweet Maria', rising Canadian southern soul, roots & rock band Bywater Call have released a new single entitled 'For All We Know.'
It's available now on all streaming platforms: https://linktr.ee/bywatercall
The single precedes Bywater Call’s upcoming September and October European & UK tour dates, respectively - the band tour the UK from October 3rd to 13th, with tickets for all concerts available from www.bywatercall.com (see full list of UK dates further below)
'For All We Know,' a beautifully conceived, slow-build Americana-roots number featuring a soulfully impassioned vocal from Meghan Parnell, lyrically asks you to "step beyond the doorway," listen to your inner voice, and take that chance…
It's available now on all streaming platforms: https://linktr.ee/bywatercall
The single precedes Bywater Call’s upcoming September and October European & UK tour dates, respectively - the band tour the UK from October 3rd to 13th, with tickets for all concerts available from www.bywatercall.com (see full list of UK dates further below)
'For All We Know,' a beautifully conceived, slow-build Americana-roots number featuring a soulfully impassioned vocal from Meghan Parnell, lyrically asks you to "step beyond the doorway," listen to your inner voice, and take that chance…
Photo Credit: © Erin Enricos
Singer Meghan Parnell and guitarist Dave Barnes are the driving force behind the seven-piece Bywater Call.
Formed in 2017, the band has received multiple Independent Blues and Maple Blues Award nominations including Entertainer of the Year and Best Female Vocalist for the 2023 Awards Season.
They have toured extensively in Europe over the last few years and, last month, participated in Joe Bonamassa’s third Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean Cruise, including a performance at the All-Star Jam on the mainstage with Bonamassa himself.
Bywater Call have commanded festival stages from Belgium to Germany, Florida to Kentucky and Tennessee, and Toronto to Quebec City.
In May of this year they opened for award winning Canadian band White Horse at the inaugural edition of the Smokestack Music Festival in Hamilton, Ontario.
Bywater Call October 2023 UK Tour
Tickets: www.bywatercall.com
3rd October - Coulsdon, Tuesday Night Music Club
5th October - Sittingbourne, The Bourne Music Club
6th October - Newcastle, The Cluny
7th October - Edinburgh, Voodoo Rooms
8th October - Hartlepool, Steelies
9th October - London, The Grace
12th October - Blackpool, Waterloo Music Bar
13th October - Sheffield, Corporation
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Formed in 2017, the band has received multiple Independent Blues and Maple Blues Award nominations including Entertainer of the Year and Best Female Vocalist for the 2023 Awards Season.
They have toured extensively in Europe over the last few years and, last month, participated in Joe Bonamassa’s third Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean Cruise, including a performance at the All-Star Jam on the mainstage with Bonamassa himself.
Bywater Call have commanded festival stages from Belgium to Germany, Florida to Kentucky and Tennessee, and Toronto to Quebec City.
In May of this year they opened for award winning Canadian band White Horse at the inaugural edition of the Smokestack Music Festival in Hamilton, Ontario.
Bywater Call October 2023 UK Tour
Tickets: www.bywatercall.com
3rd October - Coulsdon, Tuesday Night Music Club
5th October - Sittingbourne, The Bourne Music Club
6th October - Newcastle, The Cluny
7th October - Edinburgh, Voodoo Rooms
8th October - Hartlepool, Steelies
9th October - London, The Grace
12th October - Blackpool, Waterloo Music Bar
13th October - Sheffield, Corporation
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Flamenco glam-punksters the Gypsy Pistoleros will release their new album Duende A Go Go Loco! on 3rd November, via Earache. Pre-order 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? and the band's glam-punk take of Dexys Midnight Runners hit 'Come On Eileen.'
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? and the band's glam-punk take of Dexys Midnight Runners hit 'Come On Eileen.'
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
Remaining 2023 live shows:
8th September - The Pub, Lancaster
9th September - Bannermans, Edinburgh
10th September - Ivory Blacks, Glasgow
29th September - Bears Bar, Bournemouth
30th September - The Apple & Parrot, Torquay
7th October - Quarantune Rocks Festival (Headliner), The Vic, Coalville
21st October - The Dragonfllii, Pontypool, Wales
27th October - St Swithuns Church, Worcester
28th October - Sharkfest Festival, Cannock
3rd November - Hard Rock Hell Festival (and Album Launch show)
4th November - Hard Rock Hell Festival (Main Stage)
18th November - The Ainsdale Cricket Club, Southport
25th November - Dementia Aware Festival, HMV Coventry
3rd December - Planet Rockstock, Trecco Bay, Wales
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
Remaining 2023 live shows:
8th September - The Pub, Lancaster
9th September - Bannermans, Edinburgh
10th September - Ivory Blacks, Glasgow
29th September - Bears Bar, Bournemouth
30th September - The Apple & Parrot, Torquay
7th October - Quarantune Rocks Festival (Headliner), The Vic, Coalville
21st October - The Dragonfllii, Pontypool, Wales
27th October - St Swithuns Church, Worcester
28th October - Sharkfest Festival, Cannock
3rd November - Hard Rock Hell Festival (and Album Launch show)
4th November - Hard Rock Hell Festival (Main Stage)
18th November - The Ainsdale Cricket Club, Southport
25th November - Dementia Aware Festival, HMV Coventry
3rd December - Planet Rockstock, Trecco Bay, Wales
http://www.gypsypistoleros.com/
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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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British blues troubadour Connor Selby will be on the UK roads again in October for his biggest headline tour to date.
The 10 date tour kicks off at The Robin in Bilston on 3rd October before finishing with a Free Entry event on 21st October at the Oakford Social Club in Reading. See poster below for full itnerary.
Tickets are available from https://www.connorselby.com/upcomingshows
Of the tour, Connor Selby says, "After spending the last year opening up with many incredible artists like Joanne Shaw Taylor, Beth Hart, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Robert Cray I am thrilled to be embarking on my biggest headline tour of the UK to date. I can’t wait to see you all out on the road!"
Connor Selby (Deluxe Edition) was released in March via Provogue; it includes four new songs: a cover of the Ray Charles number 'My Baby Don't Gig Me' and three originals - 'Love Letter to the Blues,' 'The Deep End,' and 'I Shouldn't Care.'
The 10 date tour kicks off at The Robin in Bilston on 3rd October before finishing with a Free Entry event on 21st October at the Oakford Social Club in Reading. See poster below for full itnerary.
Tickets are available from https://www.connorselby.com/upcomingshows
Of the tour, Connor Selby says, "After spending the last year opening up with many incredible artists like Joanne Shaw Taylor, Beth Hart, Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Robert Cray I am thrilled to be embarking on my biggest headline tour of the UK to date. I can’t wait to see you all out on the road!"
Connor Selby (Deluxe Edition) was released in March via Provogue; it includes four new songs: a cover of the Ray Charles number 'My Baby Don't Gig Me' and three originals - 'Love Letter to the Blues,' 'The Deep End,' and 'I Shouldn't Care.'
Connor Selby is one of the fastest-rising stars in the UK blues scene.
First turning heads when he opened for The Who at Wembley Stadium in 2019, he went on to win Young Artist Of The Year at the UK Blues Awards three times running (2020, 2021, 2022).
Selby will also be supporting Graham Parker & The Goldtops on Parker’s September-October UK tour, calling through Leeds, Sunderland, Manchester, Frome, Southampton and London.
There's a timeless, melancholic quality to Connor Selby’s his music. Relatable in its honesty and openness, Selby draws from anxiety and vulnerability but delivers it with a world-worn elegance, a soulful blend of blues and emotionally introspective songwriting, alongside impressive guitar playing.
First turning heads when he opened for The Who at Wembley Stadium in 2019, he went on to win Young Artist Of The Year at the UK Blues Awards three times running (2020, 2021, 2022).
Selby will also be supporting Graham Parker & The Goldtops on Parker’s September-October UK tour, calling through Leeds, Sunderland, Manchester, Frome, Southampton and London.
There's a timeless, melancholic quality to Connor Selby’s his music. Relatable in its honesty and openness, Selby draws from anxiety and vulnerability but delivers it with a world-worn elegance, a soulful blend of blues and emotionally introspective songwriting, alongside impressive guitar playing.
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Alt-pop-punk good time rockers Skinny Knowledge have announced the forthcoming release of their album twentytwo.
Due for release on 27th October, the album will be available on CD, bundle and digital platforms.
Merch bundles can be ordered at: https://www.skinnyknowledge.com/store
For digital pre-order purchases, click here https://lnk.to/twentytwo
As the title hints at, and singer-guitarist-songwriter Andy L Smooth confirms, "This is a journal of my life through 2022. I’ve always written songs that are honest, and come from real experiences; every word I sing is a true story, with real feelings that I’ve been through. This album is no exception."
The south coast based band’s sophomore album contains eleven songs, some of which were co-written with Matt Bigland of Dinosaur Pile-Up.
twentytwo also includes previous single, the punchy and emotionally charged karma-rock of 'Goes Around Comes Around,' and latest offering, the rock and roll defiance of 'Disobey,' the official video of which highlights the band’s penchant for not taking themselves too seriously...
Due for release on 27th October, the album will be available on CD, bundle and digital platforms.
Merch bundles can be ordered at: https://www.skinnyknowledge.com/store
For digital pre-order purchases, click here https://lnk.to/twentytwo
As the title hints at, and singer-guitarist-songwriter Andy L Smooth confirms, "This is a journal of my life through 2022. I’ve always written songs that are honest, and come from real experiences; every word I sing is a true story, with real feelings that I’ve been through. This album is no exception."
The south coast based band’s sophomore album contains eleven songs, some of which were co-written with Matt Bigland of Dinosaur Pile-Up.
twentytwo also includes previous single, the punchy and emotionally charged karma-rock of 'Goes Around Comes Around,' and latest offering, the rock and roll defiance of 'Disobey,' the official video of which highlights the band’s penchant for not taking themselves too seriously...
"The overall sound of the album has taken a slightly heavier turn, but nothing too drastic" considers Andy. "The thing I’m excited about is that we’ve formed our own sound now, as the debut (Don't Turn Out the Lights) was all me and recorded during lockdown. This time, we’re all involved, which shines through."
Capturing the vibrancy of the raw and raucous early 90's grunge and pop-punk scenes, the brightly coloured quartet have gained praise and airplay from several high-profile platforms, including Planet Rock, Kerrang!, Classic Rock Magazine, BBC Introducing, HRH Radio, Amazing Radio and Emerging Rock Bands.
Following the release of the well-received debut album, Skinny Knowledge have brought their effervescent live show to various venues and festivals including Teddy Rocks and the inaugural Maid of Stone in Kent.
The band will be playing Quarantine Rocks in October and have more appearances yet to be announced.
"We’re super excited for everyone to hear twentytwo, as it’s for all to enjoy. If you’ve ever been through a break-up, had any hard, difficult times and are feeling lots of mixed emotions, there will definitely be something on this album for you. Play it LOUD!" - Skinny Knowledge
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Capturing the vibrancy of the raw and raucous early 90's grunge and pop-punk scenes, the brightly coloured quartet have gained praise and airplay from several high-profile platforms, including Planet Rock, Kerrang!, Classic Rock Magazine, BBC Introducing, HRH Radio, Amazing Radio and Emerging Rock Bands.
Following the release of the well-received debut album, Skinny Knowledge have brought their effervescent live show to various venues and festivals including Teddy Rocks and the inaugural Maid of Stone in Kent.
The band will be playing Quarantine Rocks in October and have more appearances yet to be announced.
"We’re super excited for everyone to hear twentytwo, as it’s for all to enjoy. If you’ve ever been through a break-up, had any hard, difficult times and are feeling lots of mixed emotions, there will definitely be something on this album for you. Play it LOUD!" - Skinny Knowledge
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Smoky-voiced and award winning roots-blues songstress Elles Bailey has released a one-off, standalone cover single: a take on one of her favourite tracks 'Long Road Ahead' by late 60s/ early 70s duo Delaney & Bonnie.
It’s available now on all digital platforms: https://earache.lnk.to/LongRoadAhead
"I’m a big Delaney and Bonnie fan," says Elles Bailey, "and this song really resonates with me as I travel in this musical journey: 'there’s a long road ahead, and a lot to leave behind.'
What’s funny is I couldn’t find the lyrics anywhere so for the second verse: I’ve just had to guess at them!
I reckon this recording is wild, showing my band at their best. It’s a one-take track that’s edgy, slightly uncontrolled but has a real sense of excitement with it. I’m loving playing it live too!"
It’s available now on all digital platforms: https://earache.lnk.to/LongRoadAhead
"I’m a big Delaney and Bonnie fan," says Elles Bailey, "and this song really resonates with me as I travel in this musical journey: 'there’s a long road ahead, and a lot to leave behind.'
What’s funny is I couldn’t find the lyrics anywhere so for the second verse: I’ve just had to guess at them!
I reckon this recording is wild, showing my band at their best. It’s a one-take track that’s edgy, slightly uncontrolled but has a real sense of excitement with it. I’m loving playing it live too!"
'Long Road Ahead' was written by Delaney Bramlett and Carl Radle. First recorded by Jim Forde in 1969, Delaney & Bonnie and Friends recorded their own version in 1971 for the Motel Shot album.
Elles Bailey will be appearing at the AmericanaFest in Nashville, 19th to 23rd September.
She will also be playing four German dates in November:
25th – Quasimodo, Berlin
26th – Nochtspeicher, Hamburg
27th – Colos-Saal, Aschaffenburg
28th - Gebäude 9, Köln
Website: https://www.ellesbailey.com/
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Elles Bailey will be appearing at the AmericanaFest in Nashville, 19th to 23rd September.
She will also be playing four German dates in November:
25th – Quasimodo, Berlin
26th – Nochtspeicher, Hamburg
27th – Colos-Saal, Aschaffenburg
28th - Gebäude 9, Köln
Website: https://www.ellesbailey.com/
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After having to cancel their first UK tour in 2020 due to the Covid-19 outbreak, Norwegian pop-rock band TORA are finally set for the UK with two exclusive shows.
The Grammy-nominated band, celebrated for their raw and energic shows and fronted by singer-guitarist and Instagram phenomenon Tora Dahle Aagård, will play the Boileroom in Guildford on 24th September, followed by the Half Moon Putney in London on 25th September.
Click here for tickets for the Boileroom gig (support from Brave Rival)
Click here for tickets for the Half Moon gig (support from The Lucky 13s feat. Jamie Johnson)
TORA released their third album Seventeen in 2022.
An enigmatic mix of atmospheric pop, dreamy soul and funky quirk-rock (and Tora Dahle Aagård's at times cheeky/ other times forthright lyricism), Seventeen also features guitar virtuoso Cory Wong on the track 'This Is It.'
The Grammy-nominated band, celebrated for their raw and energic shows and fronted by singer-guitarist and Instagram phenomenon Tora Dahle Aagård, will play the Boileroom in Guildford on 24th September, followed by the Half Moon Putney in London on 25th September.
Click here for tickets for the Boileroom gig (support from Brave Rival)
Click here for tickets for the Half Moon gig (support from The Lucky 13s feat. Jamie Johnson)
TORA released their third album Seventeen in 2022.
An enigmatic mix of atmospheric pop, dreamy soul and funky quirk-rock (and Tora Dahle Aagård's at times cheeky/ other times forthright lyricism), Seventeen also features guitar virtuoso Cory Wong on the track 'This Is It.'
Tora Dahle Aagård, subject to worldwide praise and popularity due to her playful virtuosity and mesmerising stage presence, is followed by 160K guitar aficionados from all over the world on Instagram.
The talented guitarist has also performed at The Royal Albert Hall, jammed with guitar legends such as Jennifer Batten (Michael Jackson), Paul Gilbert (Mr Big) and Aaron Sterling (John Mayer) and shared the stage of the world’s biggest virtual guitar festival Guitar.com LIVE with the likes of Joe Bonamassa, Carlos Santana and John McLaughlin.
Tora Dahle Aagård is also International Ambassador for Marceau Guitars, with her own limited edition signature guitar model.
TORA consists of Tora Dahle Aagård (guitar, vocals), Isak Seltveit (bass), Guri Tranås (backing vocals), Anders Brønstad (guitar) and Magnus Galguften (drums).
Website: https://thisistora.com/
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The talented guitarist has also performed at The Royal Albert Hall, jammed with guitar legends such as Jennifer Batten (Michael Jackson), Paul Gilbert (Mr Big) and Aaron Sterling (John Mayer) and shared the stage of the world’s biggest virtual guitar festival Guitar.com LIVE with the likes of Joe Bonamassa, Carlos Santana and John McLaughlin.
Tora Dahle Aagård is also International Ambassador for Marceau Guitars, with her own limited edition signature guitar model.
TORA consists of Tora Dahle Aagård (guitar, vocals), Isak Seltveit (bass), Guri Tranås (backing vocals), Anders Brønstad (guitar) and Magnus Galguften (drums).
Website: https://thisistora.com/
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Award winning British blues rock guitarist Ben Poole has announced an extensive, full band, 18 date Headline Autumn tour of the UK.
The tour kicks off on Tuesday 26th September at Beaverwood in Chiselhurst and concludes on Thursday 14th December at the Treehouse in Frome (see full list of dates further below).
The tour dovetails with the release of a brand new live album, Live In Montreux, recorded in 2022.
Purchase the album here: https://benpooleband.com/product/live-in-montreux-pre-order
Live in Montreux was recorded at the 1st Montreux International Guitar Show (MIGS) at Casino Barriere in Montreux, Switzerland on the 30th April 2022.
Of the album, recorded by Samuel Nussbaum and mixed & mastered by Wayne Proctor, Ben Poole says:
"This show was one of highlights (of many!) from a very busy 2022. Not only did I feel like the period of time around the MIGS show marked a turning point in live music returning after the two year 'hiatus', but everything about this night in particular was simply magical!
The energy from the audience was palpable, and that led to the energy already emanating from the boys on stage increasing ten-fold! This was also one of the few shows where we added keys to the otherwise usual trio line-up, with Matthew Gest adding some wonderful textures and glorious harmonies to proceedings.
Matthew, Steve Amadeo on bass and Chris Hardwick on drums, really stepped up that evening and I am so proud of the result; it is no wonder we have all been so excited to share some of this night with you all!”
The 10 track Live in Montreaux features Ben Poole’s great cover of Don Henley’s 'Dirty Laundry' (as heard on 2018's excellent Anytime You Need Me album) and tour de force number 'Time Might Never Come,' from 2016's Time Has Come album...
The tour kicks off on Tuesday 26th September at Beaverwood in Chiselhurst and concludes on Thursday 14th December at the Treehouse in Frome (see full list of dates further below).
The tour dovetails with the release of a brand new live album, Live In Montreux, recorded in 2022.
Purchase the album here: https://benpooleband.com/product/live-in-montreux-pre-order
Live in Montreux was recorded at the 1st Montreux International Guitar Show (MIGS) at Casino Barriere in Montreux, Switzerland on the 30th April 2022.
Of the album, recorded by Samuel Nussbaum and mixed & mastered by Wayne Proctor, Ben Poole says:
"This show was one of highlights (of many!) from a very busy 2022. Not only did I feel like the period of time around the MIGS show marked a turning point in live music returning after the two year 'hiatus', but everything about this night in particular was simply magical!
The energy from the audience was palpable, and that led to the energy already emanating from the boys on stage increasing ten-fold! This was also one of the few shows where we added keys to the otherwise usual trio line-up, with Matthew Gest adding some wonderful textures and glorious harmonies to proceedings.
Matthew, Steve Amadeo on bass and Chris Hardwick on drums, really stepped up that evening and I am so proud of the result; it is no wonder we have all been so excited to share some of this night with you all!”
The 10 track Live in Montreaux features Ben Poole’s great cover of Don Henley’s 'Dirty Laundry' (as heard on 2018's excellent Anytime You Need Me album) and tour de force number 'Time Might Never Come,' from 2016's Time Has Come album...
Ben Poole - Autumn 2023 UK Headline Tour
Tickets are on sale now at https://benpooleband.com/live
Tuesday 26th September - Beaverwood Chiselhurst
Wednesday 27th September - Musician, Leicester
Thursday 28th September – Flowerpot, Derby
Friday 29th September - Greystones, Sheffield
Saturday 30th September - Ropery Hall, Barton-Upon-Humber
Sunday 1st October - Backstage, Green Hotel, Kinross
Tuesday 3rd October - The Ferry, Glasgow
Wednesday 4th October - EBGB’s, Liverpool
Thursday 5th October - Half Moon, Putney, London
Saturday 7th October - Railway, Winchester
Wednesday 11th October - Komedia, Brighton
Thursday 12th October - Forum, Tunbridge Wells
Friday 13th October - Lamp Tavern Live, Dudley
Saturday 14th October - Flying Circus, Newark
Wednesday 22nd November - Hare & Hounds, Birmingham
Thursday 23rd November - (with Catfish), Stables, Milton Keynes
Wednesday 13th December - Arlington Arts, Newbury
Thursday 14th December - Treehouse, Frome
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Tickets are on sale now at https://benpooleband.com/live
Tuesday 26th September - Beaverwood Chiselhurst
Wednesday 27th September - Musician, Leicester
Thursday 28th September – Flowerpot, Derby
Friday 29th September - Greystones, Sheffield
Saturday 30th September - Ropery Hall, Barton-Upon-Humber
Sunday 1st October - Backstage, Green Hotel, Kinross
Tuesday 3rd October - The Ferry, Glasgow
Wednesday 4th October - EBGB’s, Liverpool
Thursday 5th October - Half Moon, Putney, London
Saturday 7th October - Railway, Winchester
Wednesday 11th October - Komedia, Brighton
Thursday 12th October - Forum, Tunbridge Wells
Friday 13th October - Lamp Tavern Live, Dudley
Saturday 14th October - Flying Circus, Newark
Wednesday 22nd November - Hare & Hounds, Birmingham
Thursday 23rd November - (with Catfish), Stables, Milton Keynes
Wednesday 13th December - Arlington Arts, Newbury
Thursday 14th December - Treehouse, Frome
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The UK's own Southern Rockers, Sons Of Liberty, have returned to the fray with their first new music for two full years.
The new single 'Time To Fly,' which is out now, is a taster of the band’s much anticipated third album, which will be released next year.
Produced & mixed by Josiah J Manning (Kris Barras Band), the forthcoming album builds on the band’s reputation for incendiary live performances and delivery of vintage rock and roll.
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.
The new single 'Time To Fly,' which is out now, is a taster of the band’s much anticipated third album, which will be released next year.
Produced & mixed by Josiah J Manning (Kris Barras Band), the forthcoming album builds on the band’s reputation for incendiary live performances and delivery of vintage rock and roll.
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.
Of the single guitarist Andy 'Moose' Muse says "Time To Fly was one of the first songs that Russ worked up from a rough initial idea into something magical; the song still makes the hairs on my arms stand up."
"This song was one that stood out a mile for me, given the meaning, and how much it packs a punch" adds Russ Grimmett. "I couldn’t be more grateful to be in such an awesome band with such a powerful first single to clear the path."
Sons of Liberty are Russ Grimmett (vocals), Fred Hale & Andy Muse (guitars), Mark Thomas (bass) and Steve Byrne (drums).
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"This song was one that stood out a mile for me, given the meaning, and how much it packs a punch" adds Russ Grimmett. "I couldn’t be more grateful to be in such an awesome band with such a powerful first single to clear the path."
Sons of Liberty are Russ Grimmett (vocals), Fred Hale & Andy Muse (guitars), Mark Thomas (bass) and Steve Byrne (drums).
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Torsten Goods, one of Germany's most successful jazz guitarists and jazz-pop/soul singers, has just released a new single, the smooth, soulful and sweet 'I Had To Learn Not To Care.'
The song, written with German pop singer Sarah Connor (Goods is also her musical director) will feature on his forthcoming album Soul Searching, which will be is released on 15th September.
The song, written with German pop singer Sarah Connor (Goods is also her musical director) will feature on his forthcoming album Soul Searching, which will be is released on 15th September.
Prodigious skills displayed at an early age by the German/ Irish musician (Torsten Goods father is German, his mother from Northern Ireland) resulted in a scholarship to study jazz guitar in New York while still in his teens; he subsequently won several awards in his home territory for a series of albums released on the ACT label.
Eight long years of soul searching have now culminated in Torsten Goods' seventh full-length record, but it’s also an album that can be seen as a new beginning.
Although containing and focussing on up-tempo feel-good music influenced by jazz, soul, pop, blues 70s west coast AOR (not to mention a number of star turns by guest musicians/ friends) Soul Searching, which features previous singles 'Who’s Right Who’s Wrong,' 'Spinning Round,' 'Carnaval De La Gente' and a cover of The Spencer Davis Group's 'Keep On Runnin',' lyrically tells of Goods' recent visual transformation brought about by the autoimmune disorder Alopecia.
Thankfully the now 42 year-old musician is otherwise healthy, but the disease has been a source of immense emotional stress; becoming accustomed to his hairless appearance is a central theme of the album, as evidenced by songs such as 'Naked Funk' and 'I Had To Learn Not To Care.'
Torsten Goods will also undertake a Soul Searching Tour later in the year, for which the guitarist will be accompanied by his long-term band Jan Miserre (keys, piano), Felix Lehrmann (drums) and Thomas Stieger (bass).
The schedule will include UK and Irish shows in November.
Pre-order/ pre-save Soul Searching by clicking here
"Talent galore. Inspired by George Benson, he sings winningly and plays the guitar superbly."
- Evening Standard.
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Eight long years of soul searching have now culminated in Torsten Goods' seventh full-length record, but it’s also an album that can be seen as a new beginning.
Although containing and focussing on up-tempo feel-good music influenced by jazz, soul, pop, blues 70s west coast AOR (not to mention a number of star turns by guest musicians/ friends) Soul Searching, which features previous singles 'Who’s Right Who’s Wrong,' 'Spinning Round,' 'Carnaval De La Gente' and a cover of The Spencer Davis Group's 'Keep On Runnin',' lyrically tells of Goods' recent visual transformation brought about by the autoimmune disorder Alopecia.
Thankfully the now 42 year-old musician is otherwise healthy, but the disease has been a source of immense emotional stress; becoming accustomed to his hairless appearance is a central theme of the album, as evidenced by songs such as 'Naked Funk' and 'I Had To Learn Not To Care.'
Torsten Goods will also undertake a Soul Searching Tour later in the year, for which the guitarist will be accompanied by his long-term band Jan Miserre (keys, piano), Felix Lehrmann (drums) and Thomas Stieger (bass).
The schedule will include UK and Irish shows in November.
Pre-order/ pre-save Soul Searching by clicking here
"Talent galore. Inspired by George Benson, he sings winningly and plays the guitar superbly."
- Evening Standard.
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Due to popular demand, Montreal's critically acclaimed psychedelic rock & roll quartet The Damn Truth return to the UK for six headline concerts in October (see poster below).
Tickets for the shows are on sale now via: https://www.thegigcartel.com/Artists-profiles/The-Damn-Truth.htm
The shows dovetail and thread through their Special Guest support to Glenn Hughes on his own October tour of the UK, perfoming the classics of Deep Purple on the 50th Anniversary of Burn.
The Damn Truth toured the UK lin July to rave reviews; their recent performance at Steelhouse Festival stood out as a major highlight for the 6,000 plus crowd.
In 2021 the band released their critically acclaimed album Now or Nowhere.
The album is available from www.thedamntruth.com
"We’re looking forward to returning to the UK," says the band's singer Lee-la Baum. "We always have a fantastic time, and we can’t wait to return for more fun and excitement. UK audiences are extra special to The Damn Truth. Their enthusiasm is infectious!"
Tickets for the shows are on sale now via: https://www.thegigcartel.com/Artists-profiles/The-Damn-Truth.htm
The shows dovetail and thread through their Special Guest support to Glenn Hughes on his own October tour of the UK, perfoming the classics of Deep Purple on the 50th Anniversary of Burn.
The Damn Truth toured the UK lin July to rave reviews; their recent performance at Steelhouse Festival stood out as a major highlight for the 6,000 plus crowd.
In 2021 the band released their critically acclaimed album Now or Nowhere.
The album is available from www.thedamntruth.com
"We’re looking forward to returning to the UK," says the band's singer Lee-la Baum. "We always have a fantastic time, and we can’t wait to return for more fun and excitement. UK audiences are extra special to The Damn Truth. Their enthusiasm is infectious!"
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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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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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Joe Bonamassa has just released his version of Lazy Poker Blues, which will feature on his forthcoming new studio album, Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 (out October 6th). Stream/ listen to the new single here.
Originally performed by Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac, Lazy Poker Blues showcases Bonamassa's deep reverence for the titans of British blues.
"Now, again, there are two Fleetwood Macs, there’s the one my Mom really loved that had Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham in it, and then there’s the one that my Dad really loved, which had Peter Green in it," Bonamassa quips. "It’s kind of where I cut my teeth, how I learned how to play the blues, how I learned how to play guitar...Those were my gateways to the masters."
Originally performed by Peter Green’s Fleetwood Mac, Lazy Poker Blues showcases Bonamassa's deep reverence for the titans of British blues.
"Now, again, there are two Fleetwood Macs, there’s the one my Mom really loved that had Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham in it, and then there’s the one that my Dad really loved, which had Peter Green in it," Bonamassa quips. "It’s kind of where I cut my teeth, how I learned how to play the blues, how I learned how to play guitar...Those were my gateways to the masters."
2023 marks the 20th Anniversary of Bonamassa’s best-selling Independent release Blues Deluxe.
To celebrate the renowned guitar-slinger is, twenty years on, via Blues Deluxe Vol. 2, giving new life to classic tracks that brought him to the blues.
Vol. 2 features two new originals and eight covers spanning some of the most important names in the blues, from Bobby "Blue" Bland and Guitar Slim to Pee Wee Crayton and Albert King.
Aside from CD and Vinyl versions, there will also be a very limited Platinum Edition Box Set of the album.
Limited to 500 units worldwide, the box set includes the CD & Vinyl versions for both Vol. 2 and Blues Deluxe Remastered, along with exclusive items.
Pre-order the album from North America at:
https://joeb.me/BluesDeluxeVol2
Pre-order the album from the UK and Europe at:
https://lnk.to/joebonamassa
The release 'Lazy Poker Blues' follows the album's previous singles 'Twenty-Four Hour Blues,' (a reinterpretation of Bobby "Blue" Bland’s classic soul-blues track) and 'Well, I Done Got Over It,' which pays tribute to Guitar Slim's 1953 release.
Additional highlights from Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 include 'I Want To Shout About It,' originally performed by Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters, 'It’s Hard But It’s Fair' by Bobby Parker, and 'Is It Safe To Go Home,' a new track written for Bonamassa by Josh Smith.
Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 – Track Listing
1. Twenty-Four Hour Blues (originally performed by Bobby “Blue” Bland)
2. It’s Hard But It’s Fair (originally performed by Bobby Parker)
3. Well, I Done Got Over It (originally performed by Guitar Slim)
4. I Want to Shout About It (originally performed by Ronnie Earle & The Broadcasters)
5. Win-O (originally performed by Pee Wee Crayton)
6. Hope You Realize It (Goodbye Again) (original song written by Joe Bonamassa & Tom Hambridge)
7. Lazy Poker Blues (originally performed by Fleetwood Mac)
8. You Sure Drive a Hard Bargain (originally performed by Albert King)
9. The Truth Hurts (Feat. Kirk Fletcher & Josh Smith) (originally performed by Kenny Neal)
10. Is It Safe To Go Home (original song written by Josh Smith)
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To celebrate the renowned guitar-slinger is, twenty years on, via Blues Deluxe Vol. 2, giving new life to classic tracks that brought him to the blues.
Vol. 2 features two new originals and eight covers spanning some of the most important names in the blues, from Bobby "Blue" Bland and Guitar Slim to Pee Wee Crayton and Albert King.
Aside from CD and Vinyl versions, there will also be a very limited Platinum Edition Box Set of the album.
Limited to 500 units worldwide, the box set includes the CD & Vinyl versions for both Vol. 2 and Blues Deluxe Remastered, along with exclusive items.
Pre-order the album from North America at:
https://joeb.me/BluesDeluxeVol2
Pre-order the album from the UK and Europe at:
https://lnk.to/joebonamassa
The release 'Lazy Poker Blues' follows the album's previous singles 'Twenty-Four Hour Blues,' (a reinterpretation of Bobby "Blue" Bland’s classic soul-blues track) and 'Well, I Done Got Over It,' which pays tribute to Guitar Slim's 1953 release.
Additional highlights from Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 include 'I Want To Shout About It,' originally performed by Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters, 'It’s Hard But It’s Fair' by Bobby Parker, and 'Is It Safe To Go Home,' a new track written for Bonamassa by Josh Smith.
Blues Deluxe Vol. 2 – Track Listing
1. Twenty-Four Hour Blues (originally performed by Bobby “Blue” Bland)
2. It’s Hard But It’s Fair (originally performed by Bobby Parker)
3. Well, I Done Got Over It (originally performed by Guitar Slim)
4. I Want to Shout About It (originally performed by Ronnie Earle & The Broadcasters)
5. Win-O (originally performed by Pee Wee Crayton)
6. Hope You Realize It (Goodbye Again) (original song written by Joe Bonamassa & Tom Hambridge)
7. Lazy Poker Blues (originally performed by Fleetwood Mac)
8. You Sure Drive a Hard Bargain (originally performed by Albert King)
9. The Truth Hurts (Feat. Kirk Fletcher & Josh Smith) (originally performed by Kenny Neal)
10. Is It Safe To Go Home (original song written by Josh Smith)
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To celebrate the 40th anniversary of his recorded music career, Howard Jones will release 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 will also be available on 2LP Translucent Mint Green colour vinyl and as a 2CD Edition.
Pre-order the 4CD set here
Pre-order the 2CD set here
Pre-order the 2LP set here
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 will also be available on 2LP Translucent Mint Green colour vinyl and as a 2CD Edition.
Pre-order the 4CD set here
Pre-order the 2CD set here
Pre-order the 2LP set here
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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The Blue Lena, an English seven-piece who proudly and impressively carry southern and heavy Americana influences, have now, on the back of their excellent 3-track EP Severnlands, confirmed the release of their forthcoming debut album, Darkwood.
The album will be released on the 18th November, which dovetails with the band’s appearances at the Winterstorm Weekender in Troon and Planet Rockstock.
You can pre-order the album here: https://mailchi.mp/b46e24d33d44/album-pre-order
Darkwood features twelve irresistibly catchy and hook-laden songs written by vocalist Peter Yeomans and guitarist Nick Singleton, with lyrics drawn from their own lives and experiences. The album is named after the studio in the woods, where the songs were first played to an audience at an impromptu acoustic gig.
Of their multi-influenced stylings, the band say, "Imagine if Free were a southern rock band and Fleetwood Mac were singing harmonies for them. Imagine if Bruce Springsteen was British and had written those infectious songs of life, love and loss, but in small town England. Now, imagine those songs being performed with soul and passion by an exciting seven piece rock band - soulful vocals, bluesy guitars, Hammond organ and rock ’n’ roll grooves!"
The album will be released on the 18th November, which dovetails with the band’s appearances at the Winterstorm Weekender in Troon and Planet Rockstock.
You can pre-order the album here: https://mailchi.mp/b46e24d33d44/album-pre-order
Darkwood features twelve irresistibly catchy and hook-laden songs written by vocalist Peter Yeomans and guitarist Nick Singleton, with lyrics drawn from their own lives and experiences. The album is named after the studio in the woods, where the songs were first played to an audience at an impromptu acoustic gig.
Of their multi-influenced stylings, the band say, "Imagine if Free were a southern rock band and Fleetwood Mac were singing harmonies for them. Imagine if Bruce Springsteen was British and had written those infectious songs of life, love and loss, but in small town England. Now, imagine those songs being performed with soul and passion by an exciting seven piece rock band - soulful vocals, bluesy guitars, Hammond organ and rock ’n’ roll grooves!"
Peter Yeomans and Nick Singleton both have previous live & touring experience and album credits between them from previous bands; Peter having been lead singer of High Treason since 2012, releasing two albums with them, one of which featured collaborations with Ben Matthews of Thunder.
Nick’s previous bands include The Firebyrds, which featured a couple of future Quireboys members and The Tattooed Love Boys, with whom he toured and played on their second album. More recently, Nick formed NWOCR band 3Sixty, with whom he wrote and recorded the #truestories album.
Peter and Nick began writing and recording the songs for the album during the recent lockdown periods; they then pulled together a cast of characters from the trusted musicians they have played with previously to form The Blue Lena.
The Blue Lena also feature:
Martin Raggett (bass), Richie Yeates (second guitar & vocal harmonies), Jon Clayton (drums), Matt Raynor (keys & vocal harmonies), Fi Channon (harmony & lead vocals, percussion).
UPCOMING LIVE DATES
Friday 4th August - Drunken Monkey Festival
Saturday 2nd September - Nene Valley Rock Festival
Saturday 25th November - Winterstorm Festival
Saturday 2nd December - Planet Rockstock
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Nick’s previous bands include The Firebyrds, which featured a couple of future Quireboys members and The Tattooed Love Boys, with whom he toured and played on their second album. More recently, Nick formed NWOCR band 3Sixty, with whom he wrote and recorded the #truestories album.
Peter and Nick began writing and recording the songs for the album during the recent lockdown periods; they then pulled together a cast of characters from the trusted musicians they have played with previously to form The Blue Lena.
The Blue Lena also feature:
Martin Raggett (bass), Richie Yeates (second guitar & vocal harmonies), Jon Clayton (drums), Matt Raynor (keys & vocal harmonies), Fi Channon (harmony & lead vocals, percussion).
UPCOMING LIVE DATES
Friday 4th August - Drunken Monkey Festival
Saturday 2nd September - Nene Valley Rock Festival
Saturday 25th November - Winterstorm Festival
Saturday 2nd December - Planet Rockstock
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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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Phil Campbell and the Bastard Sons will be back out on the UK road in November and December on their Kings of the Asylum Tour.
Special guests on all shows (excepting Brighton where Fury are special guests) are blues-rock power trio The Cards, featuring Saxon’s Paul Quinn; support on all dates comes from German feel good rock ‘n’ rollers Sweet Electric, fronted by Brad Marr of Aussie rockers Massive.
Tickets are on sale now.
Special guests on all shows (excepting Brighton where Fury are special guests) are blues-rock power trio The Cards, featuring Saxon’s Paul Quinn; support on all dates comes from German feel good rock ‘n’ rollers Sweet Electric, fronted by Brad Marr of Aussie rockers Massive.
Tickets are on sale now.
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Dutch Progressive luminaries Focus return to the UK in November as part of their Hocus Pocus Tour 2023-24 (see tour dates further below; tickets: https://bnds.us/oz2hux)
Fresh from the studio, where they are recording their eagerly-awaited new album, they will once again traverse the UK to deliver their distinctive, acclaimed, and timeless mix of prog, folk and rock.
Featuring co-founder and ever-present Thijs Van Leer (Keyboards, flute, vocals), long-time and classic-era member Pierre Van Der Linden (drums, percussion), Menno Gootjes (guitar) and Udo Pannekeet (bass), Focus will play fourteen dates at some of their favourite UK venues along with a few new ones, too.
“Some shocking news! Focus will be touring the UK again, in November! laughs Thijs Van Leer, before sincerely adding "We always feel welcome here, and we always feel at home. Thanks!"
Fresh from the studio, where they are recording their eagerly-awaited new album, they will once again traverse the UK to deliver their distinctive, acclaimed, and timeless mix of prog, folk and rock.
Featuring co-founder and ever-present Thijs Van Leer (Keyboards, flute, vocals), long-time and classic-era member Pierre Van Der Linden (drums, percussion), Menno Gootjes (guitar) and Udo Pannekeet (bass), Focus will play fourteen dates at some of their favourite UK venues along with a few new ones, too.
“Some shocking news! Focus will be touring the UK again, in November! laughs Thijs Van Leer, before sincerely adding "We always feel welcome here, and we always feel at home. Thanks!"
Focus have many highlights from their glorious fifty-plus years, including Polydor having to close their record pressing plant to other bands for ten days to meet the demand for Focus records and holding simultaneous Top Ten positions in the UK in both singles and albums charts.
Through the decades, Focus have continued to remain relevant; beyond entertaining live audiences the band have spearheaded advertising campaigns including the Nike South Africa World Cup TV spot, and Hollywood films (Baby Driver and Troll).
A new Focus era arrived in 2018, bringing a rejuvenated passion amongst the band.
Focus released Focus 11, their first studio album for six years, complete with brand new Roger Dean artwork. The year was then spent touring from South America to Japan - and everywhere in between - in support of the new album.
With 2020 came the 50th anniversary of the formation of Focus.
Unfortunately, celebrations had to be put on hold due to the pandemic but 2021 celebrated the 50th Anniversary of their classic album Moving Waves, which featured the iconic Hocus Pocus (Moving Waves hit #2 in the UK albums chart in March 1973 as the dovetailing Focus tour took the UK by storm).
2021 saw the release of the deluxe anniversary boxset Focus50 featuring Blu-ray and CD of the Live In Rio concert and a studio re-record of many classic Focus numbers.
Focus returned to touring in 2022 and haven’t really stopped; they hold a unique place in the hearts of music fans everywhere, but the UK holds a special place in the hearts of Focus, who have toured here regularly throughout their career.
All Hens On Deck, Focus are back in town…
Through the decades, Focus have continued to remain relevant; beyond entertaining live audiences the band have spearheaded advertising campaigns including the Nike South Africa World Cup TV spot, and Hollywood films (Baby Driver and Troll).
A new Focus era arrived in 2018, bringing a rejuvenated passion amongst the band.
Focus released Focus 11, their first studio album for six years, complete with brand new Roger Dean artwork. The year was then spent touring from South America to Japan - and everywhere in between - in support of the new album.
With 2020 came the 50th anniversary of the formation of Focus.
Unfortunately, celebrations had to be put on hold due to the pandemic but 2021 celebrated the 50th Anniversary of their classic album Moving Waves, which featured the iconic Hocus Pocus (Moving Waves hit #2 in the UK albums chart in March 1973 as the dovetailing Focus tour took the UK by storm).
2021 saw the release of the deluxe anniversary boxset Focus50 featuring Blu-ray and CD of the Live In Rio concert and a studio re-record of many classic Focus numbers.
Focus returned to touring in 2022 and haven’t really stopped; they hold a unique place in the hearts of music fans everywhere, but the UK holds a special place in the hearts of Focus, who have toured here regularly throughout their career.
All Hens On Deck, Focus are back in town…
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German based British blues musician Mick Pini and Audio 54 have released a re-mastered & edited single version of 'Papa Voodoo.'
The song, a swampy Louisiana/ techno-pop blues crossover, is significant in being the first track Mick Pini and indie producer/musician Craig Marshall (aka Audio 54) worked on before it was later included on Pini and Audio 54's groundbreaking Way Ahead album, which was released earlier this year.
The song, a swampy Louisiana/ techno-pop blues crossover, is significant in being the first track Mick Pini and indie producer/musician Craig Marshall (aka Audio 54) worked on before it was later included on Pini and Audio 54's groundbreaking Way Ahead album, which was released earlier this year.
Of the song and the collaborative work with Mick Pini, Craig Marshall says: "While compiling the forthcoming deluxe version of Way Ahead, which will include all the material Mick and I have released so far, I re-mastered all the previous EP tracks; Papa Voodoo really stood out as a potential single.
In the meantime, we’ve been working on material for the next album, which we plan to release in the autumn. The new material has a great vibe and live feel, which I’ve tried to incorporate into the new version of Papa Voodoo."
"When Craig presented the basic idea of Papa Voodoo I was taken aback by the noir feel of it," continues Pini. "It took me a while to work it out, but it lent itself to a swampy musical feel and Dr. John style phrasing, which in turn put me in mind of the New Orleans voodoo mystique. It was so different and exciting that it led us on a completely different musical journey."
Mick Pini is a German based Leicester born, Mike Vernon mentored blues guitarist, vocalist, visual artist and photographer. His 2021 Backtrack compilation celebrated his 55th year as a pro musician.
Audio 54/ Craig Marshall is a fellow Leicester musician turned indie-producer.
His use of cross-genre digital technology with loops and new sounds opened Mick Pini’s blues into new facets of fusion, funk, and even hip hop influences, of which 'Papa Voodoo' is a great example.
https://www.facebook.com/mick.pini.1
https://audio54.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/craig.m.marshall
https://www.facebook.com/marshallandcompany.co.uk
www.mickpini.com coming soon
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In the meantime, we’ve been working on material for the next album, which we plan to release in the autumn. The new material has a great vibe and live feel, which I’ve tried to incorporate into the new version of Papa Voodoo."
"When Craig presented the basic idea of Papa Voodoo I was taken aback by the noir feel of it," continues Pini. "It took me a while to work it out, but it lent itself to a swampy musical feel and Dr. John style phrasing, which in turn put me in mind of the New Orleans voodoo mystique. It was so different and exciting that it led us on a completely different musical journey."
Mick Pini is a German based Leicester born, Mike Vernon mentored blues guitarist, vocalist, visual artist and photographer. His 2021 Backtrack compilation celebrated his 55th year as a pro musician.
Audio 54/ Craig Marshall is a fellow Leicester musician turned indie-producer.
His use of cross-genre digital technology with loops and new sounds opened Mick Pini’s blues into new facets of fusion, funk, and even hip hop influences, of which 'Papa Voodoo' is a great example.
https://www.facebook.com/mick.pini.1
https://audio54.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/craig.m.marshall
https://www.facebook.com/marshallandcompany.co.uk
www.mickpini.com coming soon
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Dirty groove rock band Crobot have released a recording of Janet Jackson’s 'Black Cat.'
Listen, stream, purchase on all platforms by clicking here.
Of the cover, Crobot front man Brandon Yeagley says "Every time we talked about covering a song, Black Cat would come up as one we wished we had written. So, here’s our chance to pay homage to the great Janet Jackson. It’s got all the things that go into the Crobot sound – bad ass riffs, a funky groove for days, and soaring high vocals. What’s not to like about this tune? It’s even got cow bell!"
Listen, stream, purchase on all platforms by clicking here.
Of the cover, Crobot front man Brandon Yeagley says "Every time we talked about covering a song, Black Cat would come up as one we wished we had written. So, here’s our chance to pay homage to the great Janet Jackson. It’s got all the things that go into the Crobot sound – bad ass riffs, a funky groove for days, and soaring high vocals. What’s not to like about this tune? It’s even got cow bell!"
Photo by Stesha Whitney
The Pennsylvania based Crobot’s current and fourth studio album Feel This (2022) has delivered 4.3 million streams to date.
With Feel This, which features 'Golden,' 'Set You Free' and 'Better Times,' band members Brandon Yeagley (vocals), Chris Bishop (guitar) and Dan Ryan (drums) picked up where they left off with 'Motherbrain' (2019).
The cumulative streams of the latter have now surpassed 33 million, two thirds of which were for the track 'Low Life,' which also garnered a 29-week run on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
Since the release of Motherbrain, the band’s first album with Mascot Records, the band have crisscrossed the U.S. and various parts of the world alongside the likes of Anthrax, Black Label Society, Chevelle, Clutch, Volbeat and Halestorm.
Festival appearances include the annual Shiprocked! Cruise, Rocklahoma, Aftershock, and the Jericho Cruise.
"We tour the pockets off of our pants and sleep in our van for half of the year.
To some, that may seem like misery, but to us - it's heaven baby!" enthuses Brandon Yeagley.
Crobot have just begun a summer tour of the U.S. and Canada.
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With Feel This, which features 'Golden,' 'Set You Free' and 'Better Times,' band members Brandon Yeagley (vocals), Chris Bishop (guitar) and Dan Ryan (drums) picked up where they left off with 'Motherbrain' (2019).
The cumulative streams of the latter have now surpassed 33 million, two thirds of which were for the track 'Low Life,' which also garnered a 29-week run on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
Since the release of Motherbrain, the band’s first album with Mascot Records, the band have crisscrossed the U.S. and various parts of the world alongside the likes of Anthrax, Black Label Society, Chevelle, Clutch, Volbeat and Halestorm.
Festival appearances include the annual Shiprocked! Cruise, Rocklahoma, Aftershock, and the Jericho Cruise.
"We tour the pockets off of our pants and sleep in our van for half of the year.
To some, that may seem like misery, but to us - it's heaven baby!" enthuses Brandon Yeagley.
Crobot have just begun a summer tour of the U.S. and Canada.
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Spirit of Unicorn Music, with the full involvement of the Emerson family, have announced the release of Keith Emerson - Variations, a mammoth 20CD box set covering the entire career of the great man, who sadly passed in 2016.
The set, which will go on sale October 13th, can be pre-ordered here:
https://burningshed.com/store/elp/keith-emerson_variations_boxset
"Keith Emerson invented progressive rock. I know, because I was there at the time."
Lee Jackson (The Nice, Jackson Heights, Refugee)
Keith Emerson (Emerson Lake & Palmer, The Nice, 3, solo, soundtrack) is revered as a genius by both fans and fellow musicians alike.
Considered one of the greatest keyboard players of all time, Variations is a deep dive into the creative life of Keith Emerson that divides into five parts.
The collection has also been curated with the blessing of the Emerson family.
Aaron Emerson, Keith’s son, said “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."
The set, which will go on sale October 13th, can be pre-ordered here:
https://burningshed.com/store/elp/keith-emerson_variations_boxset
"Keith Emerson invented progressive rock. I know, because I was there at the time."
Lee Jackson (The Nice, Jackson Heights, Refugee)
Keith Emerson (Emerson Lake & Palmer, The Nice, 3, solo, soundtrack) is revered as a genius by both fans and fellow musicians alike.
Considered one of the greatest keyboard players of all time, Variations is a deep dive into the creative life of Keith Emerson that divides into five parts.
The collection has also been curated with the blessing of the Emerson family.
Aaron Emerson, Keith’s son, said “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."
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
PART ONE: THE EARLY YEARS/ THE BANDS
CD1: Earliest recordings/ The Nice/ ELP
PART TWO: THE SOLO ALBUMS
CD2: Honky
CD3: Changing States
CD4: Emerson Plays Emerson
CD5: Keith Emerson Band
PART THREE: THE SOUNDTRACKS
CD6: Inferno
CD7: Nighthawks
CD8: Murderock CD9: Best Revenge/ La Chiesa CD10: Iron Man CD11: Harmagedon/ Godzilla
PART FOUR: COLLABORATIONS
CD12: Three Fates Project
CD13: Beyond the Stars
PART FIVE: LIVE COLLABORATIONS
CD14: Boys Club (Live from California)
CD15: Moscow Pt 1
CD16: Moscow Pt 2
CD17: Live from Manticore Hall
CD18: Off the Shelf
CD19: Live at BB Kings NYC 2004 Pt 1
CD20: Live at BB Kings NYC 2004 Pt 2; The Keith Emerson Trio
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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
PART ONE: THE EARLY YEARS/ THE BANDS
CD1: Earliest recordings/ The Nice/ ELP
PART TWO: THE SOLO ALBUMS
CD2: Honky
CD3: Changing States
CD4: Emerson Plays Emerson
CD5: Keith Emerson Band
PART THREE: THE SOUNDTRACKS
CD6: Inferno
CD7: Nighthawks
CD8: Murderock CD9: Best Revenge/ La Chiesa CD10: Iron Man CD11: Harmagedon/ Godzilla
PART FOUR: COLLABORATIONS
CD12: Three Fates Project
CD13: Beyond the Stars
PART FIVE: LIVE COLLABORATIONS
CD14: Boys Club (Live from California)
CD15: Moscow Pt 1
CD16: Moscow Pt 2
CD17: Live from Manticore Hall
CD18: Off the Shelf
CD19: Live at BB Kings NYC 2004 Pt 1
CD20: Live at BB Kings NYC 2004 Pt 2; The Keith Emerson Trio
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Leading British blues rock lights King King have announced their Where It Began Tour, taking place across November.
As the name suggests, the tour is a return to the intimate club venues where King King cut their teeth and a chance for the more intimate and reciprocated energy connection between band and audience, as King King front man Alan Nimmo explains:
"What I love about playing these venues is the connection between me and the audience! We can really build the atmosphere and excitement to make it a great night for everyone!"
Two August shows set up the larger November schedule, starting at Holmfirth Picturedrome (Aug 25th), with support from These Wicked Rivers, followed by Chester Live Rooms (Aug 27th) with support from the Ashley Sherlock Band.
Support for the November dates is TBC.
As the name suggests, the tour is a return to the intimate club venues where King King cut their teeth and a chance for the more intimate and reciprocated energy connection between band and audience, as King King front man Alan Nimmo explains:
"What I love about playing these venues is the connection between me and the audience! We can really build the atmosphere and excitement to make it a great night for everyone!"
Two August shows set up the larger November schedule, starting at Holmfirth Picturedrome (Aug 25th), with support from These Wicked Rivers, followed by Chester Live Rooms (Aug 27th) with support from the Ashley Sherlock Band.
Support for the November dates is TBC.
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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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No sooner had the second Glasgow Blues Rhythm & Rock festival been completed than we have Solid Entertainments, staying true to their two-a-year word, announcing the next one.
On 19th November Solid Entertainments’ Blues Rhythm & Rock Festival series returns to Glasgow with another six band showcase at the Oran Mor.
Headlining the event in their celebratory 60th Anniversary year will be the Animals and Friends), led by founder member John Steel, to play their greatest hits for the Glasgow audience.
As per the previous two GBR&R festivals, the line-up is shaped to provide different shades of blues and rock.
Joining the Animals and Friends will be the 60s & 70s electric Chicago and Texas blues sounds of The Cinelli Brothers; the modern rock blues of one of the best new bands on the circuit, Brave Rival; the individualistic prog, pop & funk fusion of French blues rock exponent Felix Rabin; those acclaimed purveyors of soulful blues rock, Xander & The Peace Pirates; the contemporary British bluesman with the authentic sound, Mississippi MacDonald.
FabricationsHQ is once again pleased to be on-board as part of the promotion and press team for the event, for which Early Bird tickets are now on sale at http://www.solidentertainments.com/blues/glasgow/tickets.html
Please note when buying tickets by phone (number on poster below) tickets are face value (no booking fee) purchases; online purchases of tickets will include a 10% booking fee per ticket.
On 19th November Solid Entertainments’ Blues Rhythm & Rock Festival series returns to Glasgow with another six band showcase at the Oran Mor.
Headlining the event in their celebratory 60th Anniversary year will be the Animals and Friends), led by founder member John Steel, to play their greatest hits for the Glasgow audience.
As per the previous two GBR&R festivals, the line-up is shaped to provide different shades of blues and rock.
Joining the Animals and Friends will be the 60s & 70s electric Chicago and Texas blues sounds of The Cinelli Brothers; the modern rock blues of one of the best new bands on the circuit, Brave Rival; the individualistic prog, pop & funk fusion of French blues rock exponent Felix Rabin; those acclaimed purveyors of soulful blues rock, Xander & The Peace Pirates; the contemporary British bluesman with the authentic sound, Mississippi MacDonald.
FabricationsHQ is once again pleased to be on-board as part of the promotion and press team for the event, for which Early Bird tickets are now on sale at http://www.solidentertainments.com/blues/glasgow/tickets.html
Please note when buying tickets by phone (number on poster below) tickets are face value (no booking fee) purchases; online purchases of tickets will include a 10% booking fee per ticket.
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"A language works best when we have something interesting to say. Many music teachers never find out what their students have to say; we only tell them what they are supposed to say."
Victor Wooten
Victor Wooten