Robin Trower w/ Jack J Hutchinson – Manchester Academy 2: Live Review
Blues legend Robin Trower arrives in Manchester in support of his forthcoming new album due out in late September 2026.
Eric Steckel – Sandstorm: Album Review
Sandstorm from Eric Steckel is a blues album which is raw and pure, abandoning multiple pedal or digital effects.
Kaspar ‘Berry’ Rapkin And The Swampdogs – Blues From The Land Of The Living: Album Review
Kaspar Rapkin and his exuberant band the Swampdogs deliver a bucketload of authenticity with his delta blues style.
Pat Metheny – AVIVA Studios, Manchester: Live Review
Legendary musician Pat Metheny brings Side Eye III+ to Manchester for an unforgettable night of music delivered by musicians of the highest order.
When Rivers Meet – Rhythm Rust & Static: Album Review
We’d asked: “Are When Rivers Meet a new White Stripes for the 2020s?” With their new album, Rhythm Rust & Static, the husband/wife alt-rock duo answer that question with a resounding “YES.”
Kaspar ‘Berry’ Rapkin – Pearly Gates: Video Premiere
A video premiere of Pearly Gates from Kaspar ‘Berry’ Rapkin for the upcoming Blues From The Land Of The Living album.
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.