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Blues Rock Sensation Eric Johanson to Embark on Tour
by Josh Sharpe - July 11, 2024 New Orleans rock/blues sensation Eric Johanson returns to the U.S. after the latest of 25 highly acclaimed European shows so far in 2024 to resume his “Don’t Hold Back Tour,” supporting his chart-topping album, The Deep and the Dirty.... 
Mike Zito to Release New Album 'Life Is Hard' in February
by Michael Major - December 12, 2023 Zito recorded the new album in September at Sunset Sound Studios in Hollywood, California, with Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith producing. Both Bonamassa and Smith were involved in the production of Blood Brothers, the critically-acclaimed album Zito recorded with fellow label guitarist Albert Castigli... 
Anthony Geraci Signs Record Deal With Blue Heart Records
by Michael Major - January 11, 2022 An original member of Sugar Ray and the Bluetones, and Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters, Geraci has recorded with both groups, in addition to blues artists and leading contemporary acts. He received a GRAMMY nomination as one of the studio musicians on Super Harps I featuring Charlie Musselwhite, Ja... 
2021 Blues Music Award Winners Announced By The Blues Foundation
by Stephi Wild - June 06, 2021 The irrepressible spirit of the blues was on full display during The Blues Foundation's 42nd Blues Music Awards (BMAs) presented by Global Electronic Technology when winners across twenty-five (25) categories were announced. ... 
Joe Bonamassa Shares New Single 'Colour and Shape'
by Kaitlin Milligan - July 17, 2020 Twenty years ago, Joe Bonamassa took the music world by storm when he released his debut solo album A New Day Yesterday, though he'd already been on the scene for years as a child prodigy and even opened for B.B. King at the age of 12.... 
Joe Bonamassa Announces A NEW DAY NOW Celebrating 20th Anniversary of Debut Album
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 26, 2020 Twenty years ago, Joe Bonamassa took the music world by storm when he released his debut solo album A New Day Yesterday, though he'd already been on the scene for years as a child prodigy and even opened for B.B. King at the age of 12.... 
Joe Bonamassa's 2020 Mediterranean Sailing of 'Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea' Postponed to 2021
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 13, 2020 Guitar legend Joe Bonamassa, in conjunction with partners Keeping The Blues Alive Foundation and Sixthman have postponed Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean II into next year.... 
Joe Bonamssa Announces 2020 Summer U.S. Tour Dates
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 21, 2020 Two-time GRAMMY-nominated blues-rock sensation Joe Bonamassa announces U.S. tour dates for summer 2020, as he heads out on the road for his extensive spring U.S. tour. The newly announced dates will include performances at the coveted Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, two nights at the legendary Red Roc... 
Guitarist Diana Rein 2020 'Queen Of My Castle' Tour Comes to Arcadia Blues Club
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 13, 2020 Rising blues star Diana Rein brings her 2020 'Queen Of My Castle' Tour (named for her most recent album) to Arcadia, performing locally at Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E. Huntington Dr., Friday, February 21. Showtime: 8:00pm.... 
Mike Zito Embarks on His ROCK N' ROLL WORLD TOUR 2020
by Sarah Jae Leiber - January 29, 2020 Acclaimed blues-rock guitarist Mike Zito embarks on his 'Rock N' Roll World Tour 2020' (named for his recently-released Ruf Records album) with a local performance as the Mike Zito & Friends: A Tribute To Chuck Berry at Delmar Hall, 6133 Delmar Blvd., Saturday, February 8. Showtime: 8:00pm. Tickets:... 
Don McLean Joins Styx, Blue Oyster Cult & More For Rock Legends Cruise IX
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 02, 2020 Since 2010, Native American Heritage Association (NAHA) have chartered an entire Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship, and created a historic rock festival at sea known as Rock Legends Cruise (a “cruise for a cause”). Now in 2021, Don McLean will join Styx, Blue Öyster Cult, Warrant, Lita Ford, Walter Trout,... 
Mike Zito's Rock n' Roll World Tour Comes to Cafe Eleven
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 31, 2019 Acclaimed guitarist Mike Zito kicks off his 'Rock N' Roll World Tour' (named for his brand new album on Ruf Records) with a local performance in St. Augustine at Cafe Eleven, 501 A1A Beach Blvd., Tuesday, November 12. Showtime: 8pm. Tickets: $20. (advance), $25. (door). Info: (904) 460-9311 or visit... 
Joe Bonamassa Announces 10 New Acts for 2nd Annual Mediterranean Cruise
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 17, 2019 Following six sold-out Caribbean cruises and a sold-out inaugural Mediterranean sailing - Joe Bonamassa, Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation, and Sixthman announce the second annual Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Mediterranean II, sailing August 14-19, 2020 on the beautiful Norwegian Jade from Barcel... 
Guitarist Diana Rein Performs at Sedona Red Rockin' Blues 2 Festival
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 30, 2019 Rising blues artist Diana Rein performs at the Sedona Red Rockin' Blues 2 Festival, Posse Grounds Park & Recreation Area, 525 Posse Ground Rd., Saturday, September 7. Set Time: 2:30pm. Free. Presented by the Northern Arizona Blues Alliance.... 
Guitarist Diana Rein to Hold QUEEN OF MY CASTLE CD Release Concert
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 09, 2019 Rising blues artist Diana Rein celebrates the release of her new album Queen Of My Castle (Gulf Coast Records) with a CD Release Concert at The Merc, 42051 Main St., Friday, August 16. Showtime: 7pm. Tickets: $10. (purchase here). Info: (866) OLD-TOWN (653-8696) or visit https://tickets.temeculathea... 
Patti Parks Presents the Nurs'n Blues Music Fest
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 24, 2019 The Nurs'n Blues Music Fest takes place at The Cove, 4701 Transit Rd., Saturday, May 25. Showtime: 3pm to 10pm. Tickets: $20. Donation in advance, $25. at the Door. Info: (716) 870-3600 or visithttps://www.musicisart.org. Proceeds benefit Nurs'n Blues Therapy Program, that uses Blues Music Therapy f... 
Travers Brothership Comes To Brooklyn Bowl This May
by Tori Hartshorn - April 11, 2019 Asheville, NC-based Travers Brothership have announced a lengthy tour in support of their latest release, Let The World Decide. Starting April 5th, the Brothership takes flight into new, uncharted territory, storming the east coast and deep south with their homegrown brand of funky, improvisation-dr... 
Travers Brothership Announce 2019 Tour
by Kaitlin Milligan - April 01, 2019 Asheville, NC-based Travers Brothership have announced a lengthy tour in support of their latest release, Let The World Decide. Starting April 5th, the Brothership takes flight into new, uncharted territory, storming the east coast and deep south with their homegrown brand of funky, improvisation-dr... 
Walter Trout to Headline Blue Star Denver 8 Benefit Concert
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 13, 2019 Blues guitar superstar Walter Trout headlines Blue Star Denver 8, a Benefit Concert, Silent Auction, and Gear Drive, Saturday, March 23, at Turnhalle Ballroom at The Tivoli, located at Metropolitan State University of Denver, 900 Auraria Parkway. Doors open 5:30pm, showtime is 6:00PM. Tickets: $25.0... 
Guitarist Diana Rein Rocks the Blues at Arcadia Blues Club
by Tori Hartshorn - January 09, 2019 Acclaimed SoCal guitarist Diana Rein rocks the blues in concert at Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E. Huntington Dr., Saturday, January 19. Showtime: 7:00pm. Tickets: $10. (advance); $15. (door). Info: (626) 447-9349 or visit http://www.arcadiabluesclub.com. Also performing on this great double-guitar bill: ... 
The Spear Shakers to Rock The Greenwich
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 07, 2018 Cincinnati's own Female Power Duo The Spear Shakers (guitarist/vocalist Kelly Richey; percussionist Sherri McGee) bring their bruising blues and raging rock to The Greenwich, 2442 Gilbert Ave., Saturday, November 17. Showtime: 9:00pm. Tickets: $10. (includes complimentary appetizers). Info: (513) 2... 
International Songwriting Competition Announces Judges for 2018 Competition
by Macon Prickett - June 13, 2018 The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) is pleased to announce its panel of judges for the 2018 competition. Established in 2002, ISC is the world's largest songwriting competition and is open to both professional and amateur songwriters, signed and unsigned. A total of 71 winners in 23 cate... 
Illenium Wins the Grand Prize in the International Songwriting Competition
by Macon Prickett - May 24, 2018 The International Songwriting Competition (ISC), widely recognized as the most prestigious and respected songwriting competition in the world, is pleased to announce its 2017 winners. Created in 2002, ISC received more than 16,000 entries from almost 140 countries.... 
Legendary Blues Rock Guitarist Joe Bonamassa Announces Keeping The Blues Alive At Sea's Milestone Fifth Voyage
by Macon Prickett - May 07, 2018 Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation, Joe Bonamassa, and Sixthman are proud to present Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea V. Being Hailed as the 'Biggest Blues-Rock Party at Sea,' this music festival is celebrating five incredible years featuring Bonamassa and some of the most celebrated names in blues. S... 
Jared James Nichols & The Bad Flowers on Tour with Stone Broken
by Caryn Robbins - October 24, 2017 American singer-songwriter and guitarist Jared James Nichols and British rock band The Bad Flowers are thrilled to announce that they will be supporting Stone Broken on their February/March 2018 UK Tour. The tour starts at the Brighton Haunt on Thursday 22nd February.... |
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