My World of Music – est. 2013
Guitar virtuoso Joe Bonamassa will return to Europe for live shows in 2026. The tour will start on April 22nd, 2026 in Hamburg and will end on May 7th, in London, before a second leg will start in autumn 2026 with more shows in Europe.
Being able to play the guitar is one thing, but combining that skill with great songwriting ability and a stunning voice is another ball game entirely. One artist who embodies this is Joe Bonamassa. The rock and blues virtuoso doesn’t need much of an introduction, as he has been a renowned musician for many years.... 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 →
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 →
Following the release of the latest Black Country Communion album, Joe Bonamassa fans are in for a treat. "Live at the Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra" is the new live album from the iconic rock and blues guitarist. The show took place on August 9th at Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, California. Bonamassa played a 16-song... Continue Reading →
Black Country Communion, that’s Joe Bonamassa, Glenn Hughes, Jason Bonham and Derek Sherinian. Such a formation one can rightly call a supergroup and the anticipated fifth album is in the starting blocks. Simply named ‘V’, the longplayer will see the light of day on June 14th, 2024 and with ‘Stay Free’ a first song has... Continue Reading →
Two decades after having released 'Blues Deluxe', guitar mastermind Joe Bonamassa announce 'Blues Deluxe Vol. 2'. The new album will feature ten songs of which 'Well, I Done Git Over It'. has been revealed as single already. Release date will be October 6th, 2023 and the album will come via J&R Records. Tracklist: Twenty-Four Hour... Continue Reading →
Joe Bonamassa played a show at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado in August 2022. The magic place close to Morrison created an impressive scenery for the concert and since it is not that easy for fans of the stellar guitarist to go there, the show was filmed and is now available as ‘Tales of Time’.... Continue Reading →
Derek Sherinian, known as a keyboard wizard who refined the sound of Dream Theater Black Country Communion, among others, comes these days with a new solo album around the corner. Vortex' is the name of the new record which contains eight instrumental tracks. The king of the keys has brought in with Tony Franklin and... Continue Reading →
Blues, funk and rock, it all comes together on 'Crown', the new album by blues guitarist Eric Gales. The 57-year-old musician began playing guitar at the age of four and since then the passion for music and guitar has not let him go. The list of releases is long. In 1991, the solo debut 'The... Continue Reading →
Introducing Joe Bonamassa is like bringing sand to the beach. The blues and rock guitarist is a real master of his craft, documented by many records and live shows. Creativity and filigree are what characterizes the sound of Bonamassa’s singing guitar that he handles with savvy and feel. With ‘Time Clocks’ the next album is... Continue Reading →
Hard Rock and Metal, that means guitar riffs and a roaring rhythm section, all with an iconic frontman in the center. Often placed in the background and away from the spotlight are keyboarders and their instrument. All the more it is important that top line keyboarders step out of the shades to promote instrument and... Continue Reading →
(9/10) Keyboarder Jordan Rudess is well-known from all his years with prog metal pioneers Dream Theater. It was in 1999 when he joined the quintet from New York. What’s less known is that the master of the keys also release many solo albums with ‘Listen’ being one of them. Rudess is a restless mind when... Continue Reading →
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