blues

Ian Moss To Tour UK For The First Time

by Paul Cashmere

Ian Moss is heading to the UK for his first ever tour.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, 90s, Australia, blues, Ian Moss, rock, UK tour

Read the full article →

John Butler Previews Solo ‘Live In Paris’ Album With ‘Faith’

by Paul Cashmere

John Butler will document his 2022 European tour with the ‘John Butler – Live In Paris’ album recorded over two nights at Le Trianon on 26 and 27 May 2022.

Tagged as: 90s, Americana, Australia, blues, John Butler, John Butler Trio, roots

Read the full article →

Gary Rossington, The Last Original Member of Lynyrd Skynryd, Dead at 76

by Paul Cashmere

Gary Rossington, the last remaining original member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, has died at age 76.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Americana, blues, Gary Rossington, Lynyrd Skynyrd, rock, USA

Read the full article →

Don Walker Christens New Album ‘Lightning in a Clear Blue Sky’

by Paul Cashmere

Don Walker will release his first album in 10 years, ‘Lightning in a Clear Blue Sky’ in May.

Tagged as: 20s, Australia, blues, Cold Chisel, Don Walker, Lighting in a Clear Blue Sky

Read the full article →

Fenn Wilson Premieres New Music ‘Dancing’

by Paul Cashmere

Fenn Wilson, the son of Australian blues guitarist great, the late Chris Wilson, has some amazing new music with the song ‘Dancing’.

Tagged as: 20s, Australia, blues, Chris Wilson, Fenn Wilson, rock

Read the full article →

Bonnie Raitt Posts Emotional Response Following Grammy Wins

by Paul Cashmere

Bonnie Raitt has posted an emotional response after winning three Grammy Awards this week including Song of the Year for ‘Just Like That’.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, 90s, blues, Bonnie Raitt, USA

Read the full article →

Mick Jagger, The Rolling Stones image by Ros O'Gorman, Noise11, photo

Mick Jagger Launches His Signature Line of Harmonicas

by Music-News.com

Sir Mick Jagger has announced his own line of harmonicas.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, blues, harmonica, Lee Oskar Harmonicas, Mick Jagger, rock, Rolling Stones, UK

Read the full article →

The Rolling Stones, Ros OGorman photographer, Rod Laver Arena

Keith Richards Confirms New Music And A Tour On The Way For The Rolling Stones

by Paul Cashmere

Keith Richards is a few weeks late to the (New Years Eve) party but he has finally turned up to wish us all a Happy New Year and confirm new music and a tour is on the way.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, 80s, album, blues, rock, Rolling Stones, tour, UK

Read the full article →

Shirley Eikhard memorial photo from her website

Songwriter Shirley Eikhard Who Wrote ‘Something To Talk About’ Dies At 67

by Paul Cashmere

Canadian songwriter Shirley Eikhard, who wrote Bonnie Raitt’s ‘Something To Talk About’ has died from cancer at age 67.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, blues, Bonnie Raitt, Canada, folk, Shirley Eikhard, Something To Talk About

Read the full article →

Brendon Love and Liam Gough To Leave The Teskey Brothers

by Paul Cashmere

Two of the founding members of The Teskey Brothers, Brendon Love (bass) and Liam Gough (drums) will leave the band after one final show in Melbourne this weekend.

Tagged as: 10s, 20s, Australia, blues, Brendon Love, folk, Josh Teskey, Liam Gough, roots, Sam Teskey, Teskey Brothers

Read the full article →

Wilko Johnson Has Died At Age 75

by Paul Cashmere

R.I.P. Wilko Johnson, one time member of Dr Feelgood, member of Ian Dury & The Blockheads and collaborator with The Who’s Roger Daltrey. Wilco has passed away after a long battle with cancer.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, blues, Dr Feegood, Ian Dury, Roger Paltry, The Blockheads, UK, Wilko Johnson

Read the full article →

The Black Sorrows Have A New Live Album ‘Live From The Shangri-La’

by Paul Cashmere

The Black Sorrows have a new live album ‘Live from the Shangri-La’ with a brand new song ‘Don’t Look Down’.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Australia, Black Sorrows, blues, Live from the Shangri-La, rock, roots

Read the full article →

ARCA’s 29th Release Is Phil Manning Band Live Around Oz 1975

by Paul Cashmere

Historic recordings of the Phil Manning Band feature in the 29th edition of ARCA’s Desk Tape Series.

Tagged as: 70s, ARCA, Australia, blues, Phil Manning

Read the full article →

Long Time Rolling Stones Bass Player Darryl Jones Subject Of New Documentary

by Paul Cashmere

A new documentary about long time Rolling Stones bass player Darryl Jones is on the way.

Tagged as: 90s, bass, blues, Darryl Jones, jazz, Miles Davis, rock, Rolling Stones, USA

Read the full article →

John Mayer Pays Tribute To Bob Saget

by Music-News.com

John Mayer, Jimmy Kimmel, and Jeff Ross paid tribute to Bob Saget during a fundraising event earlier this week.

Tagged as: 00s, 10s, blues, John Mayer, rock, USA

Read the full article →

Michelle Branch and Patrick Carney Call Off Their Divorce

by Music-News.com

Singer Michelle Branch and The Black Keys drummer Patrick Carney called off their divorce on Tuesday.

Tagged as: 00s, 90s, blues, Michelle Branch, Patrick Carney, rock, The Black Keys, USA

Read the full article →

John Hiatt at SXSW - photo by Ros O'Gorman

The John Hiatt Story Told In ‘Have A Little Faith’

by Paul Cashmere

John Hiatt has spent his 70th year on Earth sharing his story in the biography ‘Have A Little Faith’.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, Americana, blues, Elvis Costello, Have A Little Faith, John Hiatt, rock

Read the full article →

The Brian Johnson Autobiography Will Finally Arrive In October

by Paul Cashmere

Brian Johnson will release his autobiography in October.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, AC/DC, Australia, blues, Brian Johnson, rock

Read the full article →

Steve Miller Band perform at the Deni Blues and Roots Festival. Photo by Ros O'Gorman

Legends Steve Miller and Jimmie Vaughan Preach Blues At Red Rocks

by Paul Cashmere

Steve Miller has a special guest on his current US tour. Jimmie Vaughan has been not only opening for the Steve Miller Band but joining him towards the start of the Steve Miller Band set.

Tagged as: 70s, 80s, blues, Jimmie Vaughan, Joseph Wooten, rock, Steve Miller, Steve Miller Band

Read the full article →

Russell Morris ‘The Dreams Of Jack Chrome’ Tops ARIA ‘Jazz & Blues Chart

by Paul Cashmere

Russell Morris has achieved another number one album with ‘The Dreams of Jack Chrome’ debuting at number one of ARIA Jazz & Blues chart.

Tagged as: 20s, Australia, blues, Rick Springfield, rock, Russell Morris, The Dreams of Jack Chrome

Read the full article →

Bonnie Raitt and Mavis Staples To Play Bluesfest Dates In 2023

by Paul Cashmere

Bonnie Raitt and Mavis Staples will play dates together in Sydney and Melbourne for Bluesfest Touring in April as well as the Bluesfest Festival in Byron Bay.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, 80s, Australia, blues, bluesfest, Bonnie Raitt, Mavis Staples, music festival, USA

Read the full article →

Russell Morris Premieres Stunning ‘The Dreams Of Jack Chrome’ Album

by Paul Cashmere

Legendary Australia singer songwriter Russell Morris has delivered a second installment of the Jack Chrome alter-ego with the new album ‘The Dreams of Jack Chrome’.

Tagged as: 20s, Australia, blues, Rick Springfield, rock, Russell Morris, The Dreams of Jack Chrome

Read the full article →

Russell Morris Extends Jack Chrome To A Solo Album With An America Cover

by Paul Cashmere

In 2021, Russell Morris and Rick Springfield release the album ‘Jack Chrome and the Darkness Waltz’ based around the South American tradition of the Day of the Dead.

Tagged as: 20s, 60s, 70s, America, Australia, blues, Horse With No Name, Jumping Jack Flash, Rick Springfield, Rolling Stones, Ruyssell Morris, The Dreams of Jack Chrome

Read the full article →

The Rolling Stones Played Their First Show SIXTY Year Ago on 12 July 1962

by Paul Cashmere

The Rolling Stones, or as they were known on the Marquee that night … the Rollin’ Stones, played their very first show at the Marquee Club in London on 12 July 1962.

Tagged as: 60s, blues, Brian Jones, Dick Taylor, Keith Richards, Mick Jagger, Phil May, rock, The Pretty Things, The Rolling Stones, UK

Read the full article →

Carlos Santana Cancels More Shows Over Health Scare

by Music-News.com

Carlos Santana has postponed six shows after collapsing onstage last week.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, 80s, blues, Carlos Santana, guitar, rock, Santana, USA

Read the full article →

Out On The Weekend To Return In October

by Paul Cashmere

The Out on the Weekend music festival will return to Seaworks in Williamstown, Melbourne in October.

Tagged as: Australia, blues, Dolly Parton, Harvest, live music, Neil Young, Out On The Weekend, roots, The Badloves

Read the full article →

Carlos Santana Collapses On Stage In Michigan

by Paul Cashmere

A medical crew was called for Carlos Santana at his Michigan show at the Pine Knob Music Theatre after the rock legend collapsed on stage, 55 minutes into his set.

Tagged as: 60s, 70s, 80s, blues, Carlos Santana, guitar, rock, Santana, USA

Read the full article →

Rest In Peace: Tristan Goodall of The Audrey at Age 48

by Paul Cashmere

We are shocked and saddened to report the passing of Tristan Goodall from The Audreys at age 48.

Tagged as: 00s, Australia, blues, FOLD, roots, Taasha Coates, The Audreys, Tristan Goodall

Read the full article →

Buddy Guy To Perform Farewell Dates In Australia For Bluesfest

by Paul Cashmere

Buddy Guy will perform his last shows in Australia in April 2023.

Tagged as: 50s, 60s, 70s, Australia, blues, bluesfest, Buddy Guy, USA

Read the full article →

Mike Rudd Is Planning On Reversing History and Have Spectrum Support The Indelible Murtceps

by Paul Cashmere

Way back in a time known as the 70s, Mike Rudd had a band called Spectrum and another which was exactly same line-up at the same time called The Indelible Murtceps. The Murtceps would often ‘support” Spectrum at gigs. Yes, they supported themselves.

Tagged as: 70s, Australia, blues, Indelible Murtceps, Mike Rudd, rock, Specrtum

Read the full article →

← Previous Entries

Next Entries →

Rolling Stones New Orleans Jazz Festival

The Rolling Stones Play Second Show Of Hackney Diamonds Tour In New Orleans

The Rolling Stones have played their second show for 2024 as part of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival with some special guests and special songs.

20 hours ago

Richard Tandy, Keyboard Player Of Electric Light Orchestra, Dies At Age 76

Richard Tandy, the keyboard player for Electric Light orchestra, has died at age 76.

2 days ago

Fleetwood Mac Rumours Is The Best Selling Vinyl Album of 21st Century In UK

In a brand-new Top 40 from the Official Charts Company, Fleetwood Mac’s Rumours takes the top spot in a countdown of the best-selling vinyl albums of the 21st Century that were originally released between 1970 and 1999. Commissioned by Greatest Hits Radio as part of its Vinyl Revival Day, songs from the chart will play out on the station between 1 and 4pm this Thursday.

3 days ago

New Deep Purple Channel Old ‘Pictures of Home’ Vibe For New Song ‘Portable Door’

Deep Purple are sounding like classic Deep Purple on the new song ‘Portable Door’. In fact, it feels a lot like ‘Pictures of Home’ from the ‘Machine Head’ album of 1972.

3 days ago