Album Review: Mark Tremonti – Christmas Classics New & Old

We may have only dipped our toes into November, but the Christmas releases are already staring to appear. So, grab your Santa hat (or your Bah Humbug hat if you prefer) and get ready for some seasonal song reviews. The first Christmas release I noticed this year is "Christmas Classics New & Old" from Mark … Continue reading Album Review: Mark Tremonti – Christmas Classics New & Old

Single Review: Elles Bailey – Mumma & Me

I am aware of Elles Bailey from her show on Planet Rock but, for some reason, I have never got around to tracking down any of her music but I stumbled across a press release about her latest single and thought I would give it a listen. I admit I am a bit behind with … Continue reading Single Review: Elles Bailey – Mumma & Me

Interview: When Rivers Meet

I had the privilege of chatting to Aaron and Grace, AKA When Rivers Meet, today. We talked, among other things, about their new album, Aces Are High, their upcoming tour, musical influences, why their producers doesn't wear shoes and why they don't go on tour with their dog. I even managed to make Aaron jealous … Continue reading Interview: When Rivers Meet

Album Review: Joe Bonamassa – Blues Deluxe Vol. 2

In 2003, the then 26 year-old Joe Bonamassa, released an album titled Blues Deluxe. Twenty years later, he returns to his blues roots with a new studio album, Blues Deluxe Vol. 2, while also releasing a remastered version of Blues Deluxe volume 1. Both will be released on October 6th via Joe's own label: J&R … Continue reading Album Review: Joe Bonamassa – Blues Deluxe Vol. 2

Album Review: When Rivers Meet – Aces Are High

When a band you love announces that their next album is going to be a bit of a departure from what has gone before, it can cause some concern. Fans often want to hear more of what they like and can react negatively to too much change. I, on the other hand, generally like it … Continue reading Album Review: When Rivers Meet – Aces Are High

Gig Review: When Rivers Meet / Arielle – The Garage, Glasgow (20th May 2023)

One word review: joyous! The joy beamed out from the  stage: everyone looked like they were loving playing for an audience and the joyous Glaswegian reaction from the crowd showed the love was mutual! But let’s start at the very beginning… I joined the queue outside The Garage before the doors opened and, from the … Continue reading Gig Review: When Rivers Meet / Arielle – The Garage, Glasgow (20th May 2023)