Music Reviews – The Blues Garage

Album Review – Samantha Fish’s “Faster”: A Riveting Blues-Rock Journey

January 27, 2025March 27, 2025 - by JBP

Samantha Fish, Kansas City’s blues-rock titan, dropped Faster back in 2021, and though it’s taken us a hot minute to unpack this gem—blame life’s chaos—it’s more than worth the wait. …

Gráinne Duffy Releases New Video And Album ‘What Am I Supposed To Do’

Gráinne Duffy Releases New Video And Album 'What Am I Supposed To Do' Irish blues-rock artist
Gráinne Duffy continues her ascent as one of modern blues and roots music’s most compelling voices with the release of her new album What Am I Supposed to Do, available today alongside the album’s powerful title track and accompanying [Continue] Continue reading
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Joe Bonamassa Releases New Live Single ‘Bad Penny’

Photo Credit: Marcus Bird Joe Bonamassa Releases New Live Single 'Bad Penny' Joe Bonamassa has released two new live singles, “Bad Penny (Live)” and “Back On My Stompin’ Ground (Live)”from his upcoming album and concert film The Spirit Of Rory Live From Cork, arriving June 19th via J&R Adventures. Recorded during Bonamassa’s sold-out [Continue] Continue reading Joe Bonamassa Releases...
When Rivers Meet Release New Video ‘Caught In The Middle’

When Rivers Meet Release New Video 'Caught In The Middle' Bluesy alt rockers
When Rivers Meet are ramping up the expectation ahead of new album Rhythm Rust & Static’s June 19th release after dropping heart versus head anthem "Caught In The Middle." Due to unforeseen vinyl manufacturing delays, the release date for Rhythm Rust & [Continue] Continue reading
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YES Launch New Single ‘Turnaround Situation’

Photo by Gottlieb Bros YES Launch New Single 'Turnaround Situation' YES—Steve Howe, Geoff Downes, Jon Davison, Billy Sherwood, and Jay Schellen—are proud to announce their 24th studio album 'Aurora' will be released on June 12 via InsideOutMusic/Sony Music. As Howe explains: “Making this record was joyful, a chance to play, explore and give [Continue] Continue reading YES Launch New...
Review: Bill Kirchen ‘Cat Out of the Bag’

Review: Bill Kirchen ‘Cat Out of the Bag’ By Hal Horowitz Telecaster twang-master Bill Kirchen’s life template was stamped early when as a key member in the original Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen outfit. For nearly a decade starting in 1967, Kirchen, Cody and an expansive, wildly talented lineup brought deep country, rockabilly, [Continue] Continue reading
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Samantha Fish Announces Fall Tour

Photo credit: Doug Hardesty Samantha Fish Announces Fall Tour Ahead of 'Paper Doll Live' Release Following her eighth triumphant appearance at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, acclaimed guitarist and songwriter Samantha Fish has announced a new run of tour dates with UK power trio, Zac Schulze Gang, in support of her [Continue] Continue reading Samantha Fish Announces...

Blues Music From Rock, Soul and Raw Country Artists

Blues Music From Rock, Soul and Raw Country Artists – This episode focuses on Musical Artists who were deeply influenced by The Blues but took the path to another genre. We feature Recordings that show the Blues Roots of Little Feat, The Chambers Brothers and David Allan Coe. Please enjoy!! Episode 276 – Recorded 5-16-2026 The post
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Billy Johnson, Libby Rae Watson and Bob Corritore Interviews on our Tribute to Bluesman Pat Thomas

Billy Johnson, Libby Rae Watson and Bob Corritore Interviews on our Tribute to Bluesman Pat Thomas – On this episode we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends
Billy Johnson, Libby Rae Watson and Bob Corritore who each knew Pat Thomas well. Their stories inform us about Pat, his character and his playing style as we feature...
Dr David Evans & Marc Ryan Interviews on Roosevelt Holts

On this episode, we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Dr David Evans and Marc Ryan, who each worked with and learned from the legendary Roosevelt Holts in the 1960’s and early 1970’s. Dr Evans and Marc share some of their stories about Roosevelt and his unique character, genius, and playing style as we feature some...
Dr David Evans & Marc Ryan Interviews on Babe Stovall – Part 2

With this episode, we wrap up our excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Dr David Evans and Marc Ryan, who each worked with and learned from the legendary New Orleans Songster, Babe Stovall, in the 1960’s. Here Dr Evans and Marc share more of their stories about Babe and his unique character, genius, and playing style as...
Dr David Evans & Marc Ryan Interviews on Babe Stovall – Part 1

On this episode, we feature excerpts from recent interviews we had with our friends Dr David Evans and Marc Ryan, who each worked with and learned from the legendary New Orleans Songster, Babe Stovall, in the 1960s. Dr Evans and Marc share some of their stories about Babe and his unique character, genius, and playing style as we feature some...
Just Great Blues Artists with Great Blues Music

On this podcast, we feature 11 great blues and spirituals from an excellent group of my blues heroes and friends, past and present. And these artists embody the genius, honesty, and creativity found only in the blues. This show’s main artists are David “Honeyboy” Edwards, Pinetop Perkins, Bob Corritore, Bob Margolin, Diunna Greenleaf, Blind Willie McTell, Paul Oscher, Pat Thomas,...