Chris Marksberry – The Perry Vale Sessions: Album Review
SE London singer-songwriter Chris Marksberry rocks out and channels those who’ve inspired him most on his second album – The Perry Vale Sessions.
Liz Jones with John Bruce – Barnoldswick Music And Arts Centre: Live Review
The intimacy of the Barnoldswick venue sees a superbly intimate performance from Liz Jones. Her own acoustic guitar work is complimented by the extremely capable guitar work of of John Bruce.
Elles Bailey – Band On The Wall, Manchester: Live Review
Elles Bailey and Caitlin Krisko And The Broadcast hit some Blues heights at Manchester’s Band On The Wall.
Samantha Fish, The Zac Schulze Gang – O2 Ritz, Manchester: Live Review
Samantha Fish and the Zac Schulze Gang bring a formidable double bill of Blues and beyond to the O2 Ritz in Manchester.
Yellow Days – Rock And A Hard Place: Album Review
UK P-funk pioneer Yellow Days returns to his soul roots with new album, Rock And A Hard Place.
Robin Trower – One Moment In Time – Live in the USA: Album Review
The guitarmeister crowns a frenetic year. British guitar icon Robin Trower tours the USA – the country that first welcomed him 60 years ago – and shows our cousins that he still has what it takes. One Moment In Time showcases Robin Trower in his live pomp.
JJ Grey and Mofro – Orange Blossoms: Album Review
Alligator Records remastered version of the 2008 release Orange Blossoms, takes an introspective look at the life of JJ Grey.
Eric Gales – Tribute To LJK: Album Review
You only need to see Eric Gales live to know he performs with his heart on his sleeve. His latest recording is no different as he pays emotional tribute to his brother Manuel, who went under the name Little Jimmy King.
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram w/ Mathias Lattin & Dylan Triplett – Manchester Albert Hall: Live Review
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram lands in Manchester to deliver a blues masterclass in support of his latest album, Hard Road.
Laura Evans – Out Of The Dark : Album Review
Sassy sophomore sonic from South Wales, by way of London and Nashville. Laura Evans joins the British Blues coven.
Larkin Poe w/ Son Little – Manchester Academy: Live Review
Larkin Poe kick off their Bloom tour of the UK and Europe in rip roaring fashion fashion. Support comes from the equally stellar Son Little.
Joanne Shaw Taylor – The Barbican, York: Live Review
We’re in the fine city of York for a pulsating encounter with Joanne Shaw Taylor.
Walter Trout – Sign Of The Times: Album Review
Prolific rock bluesman Walter Trout’s new release will have you taking a deeper dive into his soul whilst entertaining you with his eclectic compilation of blues styles.
DK Harrell – Talkin’ Heavy: Album Review
Debut album from DK Harrell introduces another young artist establishing himself as one of the best of a new crop of bluesmen.
Chantel McGregor – The Healing: Album Review
Chantel McGregor – definitely not blues – embraces her Prog and private sides. We approve.