Philip Sayce is a true master of his craft, wowing audiences around the globe with his blend of blues, rock, and meticulously crafted tone. Since the late ’90s, one guitar has been the driving force behind the sound of his solo career and his time performing with artists including Jeff Healey, Melissa Etheridge, and Uncle Kracker. The “Mother” Strat® is a modified 1963 Fender Stratocaster®
British blues-rock phenom Joanne Shaw Taylor digs deep on her latest single, “Look What I’ve Become”—a haunting reflection on addiction, isolation, and the moment of choosing whether to fight or let go. The gripping new track, released today via Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records, blends minor-key blues intensity with the cinematic sweep of a Bond theme, anchoring some of Joanne’s most confessional songwriting and driving it home with her incredible signature guitar tone.
I still connect very much to who I am and who I was when I started this. If I think back to when I was 15 years old, playing guitar in my bedroom and looking up to these musicians, it's just a dream at that point. Not knowing how to get even from point A to point B to play a gig. If I look back at who I was, and think about everything that's happened between then and now, I'm walking a really rare path, and I know it.
Photo provided by: Rae Vinton Can an artist switch genre’s or this a formula for disaster? Yes, there are exceptions. Established artists who have built large followings over the years, can turn the dial, and diversify with a degree of success. After all, we have seen this throughout the decades with artists like Shania Twain. […]
Photo provided by: Juan Pérez-Fajardo Today, Blues rock guitar sensation, Susan Santos celebrates the release of her new studio album Sonora with her new single “So Long.” Sonora is Santos’ sixth studio album. The album title encapsulates the overall vibe that permeates throughout the eight songs. Although each of the album tracks vary in style, they all share a common […]
Photo by: Blyde Smit Purveyor - person or thing that habitually provides or supplies a particular thing or quality. That is how Dan Patlansky defines himself. Purvey, or purveyor sometimes is used in with negative overtones. It can also mean that some is selling you on a ton of lies or is misleading you in […]
Photo credit: Stacie Huckeba Joanne Shaw Taylor, the chart-topping British blues-rock guitarist, is set to enchant the music world with her latest studio album, Heavy Soul, produced by Kevin Shirley (Black Crowes, Journey, Aerosmith). Heavy Soul is set to release on June 7th through Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records. Pre-order the album from https://bit.ly/OrderHeavySoul. In anticipation, […]
Photos provided by: Rob Blackham Hold on a minute. I need to be positive that my decision is going to work out the best in the long term. Ok, patience, is a great quality to have. Though, there are many times when waiting turns into a missed opportunity. Example: You are offered a once in […]
Photo cover by: Haluk Gurer Critically acclaimed British slide guitarist and singer songwriter “Troy Redfern” will embark on “Troy Redfern “Invocation” Headline UK Tour” on June 17th. The 11-date UK tour will showcase tracks from Redfern’s forthcoming studio album Invocation, plus songs from his extensive back catalogue. Tickets go on sale at 9am on Friday February 2nd from www.troyredfern.com. The highly anticipated concerts […]
Photo cover provided by: Sean M. Hower Shyness is driven by both biological and environmental forces. Babies are born with different temperaments, and those with an extremely sensitive temperament are more likely to go on to be shy. Yet supportive, sensitive parenting can buffer against developing shyness or social anxiety. I believe to a degree […]
Photo provided by: Brat Girl Media Much of any bio or about page is a relevant introduction into the world of an artist or entertainer. The quips and witty remarks can be used to define many different entities. Some are “on point” and some are just marketing ploys designed to make one look appealing. Some […]
Photo provided by: Peter Noble “One of the true superstars in the British blues scene, Joanne Shaw Taylor possesses a honeyed alto voice and guitar and songwriting skills to match.” – Blues Blast Magazine “One of those killer guitarists with a voice to match her chops, Joanne Shaw Taylor is back with this classy first […]
