My World of Music – est. 2013
Glenn Hughes is one of the greats in rock. The singer and bassist from Cannock, England, started out in the early 70s with a band called Trapeze, and he entered the spotlight when he joined Deep Purple in 1973. This brought a lot of attention to Hughes, which also benefited his first solo album, released... Continue Reading →
With “Trouble Coming”, released on July 17 via earMUSIC / Verycords, French rock singer and songwriter Laura Cox shows a calmer, more reflective side. Known for her energetic guitar riffs and explosive stage presence, Cox deliberately toned things down here - instead letting atmosphere, restraint and emotional depth do the talking. Carried by a hypnotic,... Continue Reading →
Blues rock icon Joe Bonamassa returns with “Trigger Finger,” the latest single from his highly anticipated new album “Breakthrough,” out July 18 on J&R Adventures. The track marks another chapter in Bonamassa's career and captures his signature blend of powerful guitar riffs, driving rhythms and raspy vocals. “Trigger Finger” was co-written with his longtime collaborator... Continue Reading →
Are you looking for trouble? Usually, certainly not, but you might make an exception in this case. "Lookin' for Trouble" is the title of the new album by The Dead Daisies, which features ten blistering rock songs. As we have come to expect from the band, each album is a treat for blues and rock... Continue Reading →
Guitar slinger and blues-rock powerhouse Joe Bonamassa has released his latest single, “Drive By The Exit Sign,” a gritty, up-tempo standout from his upcoming studio album "Breakthrough", out July 18th via J&R Adventures. Fueled by a crunchy slide guitar riff, Southern-rock energy, and a full-throttle vocal performance, “Drive By The Exit Sign” finds Bonamassa leaning... Continue Reading →
"Manifesto" is the new album from blues rocker Cirkus Prütz. The band is the brainchild of bass player Jerry Prütz and the line-up also includes Christian Carlsson (The Quill), Franco Santunione and Per Kohlus. The four of them have recorded ten songs rooted in blues and classic rock. The blues endeavour begins with 'White Knuckle... Continue Reading →
When I received the new album from the Ellis Mano Band, I had no idea what to expect. I hadn't heard of the band before and was more curious to find out what kind of music would make my eardrums vibrate. What I heard was a surprise, a positive one. The Ellis Mano Band actually... Continue Reading →
Every end is also the beginning of something new. This is what happened when guitarist Jonathan Hultén left Tribulation to start a solo career and with "Eyes of the Living Night" the Swedish songwriter releases his second album with 12 new songs. As we know from the debut album "Chants from Another Place", Hultén has... Continue Reading →
Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson and Steve Vai are three guitar heroes, and G3 is a concert series that brings the three guys together on stage - solo and together as a triple guitar powerhouse. It was in 1996 when Satriani, Vai, Johnson toured the USA together for the first time. Each of the extraordinary guitarists... Continue Reading →
Not exactly metal, but definitely rock, that's the music of Larkin Poe. The band was formed in 2010 by two sisters. Rebecca and Megan Lovell started Larkin Poe and followed their passion for Southern Rock, Blues and Americana ever since. Their debut album "KIN" was launched in 2014 and eleven years later the band releases... Continue Reading →
DeWolff is a band that is slowly starting to gain attention outside of The Netherlands. In their home country, however, the trio is quite popular and had their breakthrough with the "Orchards/Lupine" album. From then on, the van de Poel brothers and Robin Piso were regular guests in the top 10 of the Dutch album... Continue Reading →
"You Still Got Me" is the eleventh album from Beth Hart and it is another soulful treat for fans of stellar music. It is a musical kaleidoscope that reflects several genres and styles. "You Still Got Me" is a versatile and sophisticated release that reveals an impressive creative achievement. The album is what holds the... Continue Reading →
The Georgia Thunderbolts from Rome, Georgia are one of the rising stars of southern rock and blues. The band released a self-titled EP in 2020, which was the first musical exclamation point. To keep the momentum going, the band released their debut album a year later, and with "Rise Above It All", the next album... Continue Reading →
Beth Hart will release a new album "You Still Got Me" on October 25th, 2024 via Provogue/Mascot Label Group. With “You Still Got Me” and “Little Heartbreak Girl” two songs have been revealed already and now follows number three. “Wonderful World” is a beautiful piano ballad. It’s an optimistic song and a very personal one... Continue Reading →
Unconventional but not unattractive, this is the latest musical effort from Highly Suspect. Formed in 2009, the band released their debut album, "Mister Asylum," in 2015 after having put out a few EPs. "As Above, So Below" is their fourth longplayer and it just hit the shelves. What comes out of the speakers is a... Continue Reading →
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