The Blues Rock Show

Joe Bonamassa joins the Blues Rock Show for an exclusive interview from Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival in Austin, Texas, to share the best advice B.B. King ever gave him, Buddy Guy's impact, Black Country Communion bandmate Glenn Hughes' retirement from touring, his tribute to Rory Gallagher, and playing at Crossroads. Plus, Joe gets candid about AI-generated music, the key to greatness, and more.

Ghost Hounds frontman Savnt joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his remarkable journey into the band, opening for The Rolling Stones, and the making of their new album, Justified. He also shares the story behind his stage name, the challenges of joining an established band, his musical influences, and the pressure of covering The Rolling Stones' iconic "Gimme Shelter."

Jovin Webb joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his new album, "Son of a Sinner," his journey from American Idol to blues music, plus his thoughts on the resurgence of blues music, and the challenges musicians face in the social media era.

Warren Haynes joins Blues Rock Review for a wide-ranging conversation about his new symphonic album and the challenge of bringing improvisation into a 64-piece orchestra. Haynes also discusses touring with Joe Bonamassa, the lasting influence of ZZ Top and Frank Beard, his experience working with Dolly Parton, the artists who still blow him away, and a future instrumental album.

Charlie Fabert of the French band Rozedale joins the Blues Rock Show to share the band's journey, how he got started on guitar, the influence of Jimmy Page, the future of blues rock and what needs to be done to pull in more young listeners to the genre, and more.

Juno award winner Steve Marriner joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss how the Blues Brothers movie sparked his love of music, Canadian musicians who need more attention in the States, who he'd love to produce for, the biggest pivot in music over the past five years, how fatherhood has changed him, and more.

Will Wilde joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss harmonica, how guitar players have influenced his harmonica playing, the 2019 accident that almost ended his career, new music, and more.

Artur Menezes joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his journey from Brazil to the United States, the six words that launched his music career on his first night in America, performing at Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival, whether 2026 is a good time to be a musician, and more.

An All-Star lineup has been announced for Buddy Guy's 90th Birthday Concert at Radio City Music Hall, featuring some of the most talented and biggest names in the genre.

Samantha Fish joins Blues Rock Review to discuss Paper Doll Live, the surreal experience of sharing the stage with legends like The Rolling Stones and Slash, plus the biggest challenge facing today's music business, including rising touring costs and the financial burden being placed on both artists and fans.

Robert Randolph wins "Best Contemporary Blues Album" at the Grammy Awards in a field that included Joe Bonamassa, Eric Gales, Samantha Fish, and Southern Avenue.

Buddy Guy wins "Best Traditional Blues Album" at the 2026 Grammy Awards. It's his 9th career Grammy win.

The Grammys are on Sunday, February 1. The Blues Rock Show previews "Best Contemporary Blues Album." "Best Contemporary Blues Album" Nominees Breakthrough — Joe Bonamassa Paper Doll — Samantha Fish A Tribute To LJK — Eric Gales Preacher Kids — Robert Randolph Family — Southern Avenue

Robert Randolph joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his Grammy-nominated album, the evolution of contemporary blues, working with Judith Hill, the future of Eric Clapton's Crossroads Festival, meeting Eric Clapton, changes in the music business, helping Slash with pedal steel, and more.

Guitarist Philip Sayce joins the Blues Rock Show to reveal his plans for the release of his next album, growth as a guitarist, a style of guitar he's never tried, and how seeing Albert Collins up close rewired his musical DNA. Sayce also weighs in on AI and the social media grind.

Kris Lager joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss the state of the music business, the struggles of modern day musicians, the pressures of social media, staying true as an arist, why genres don't matter, and more.

Warren Haynes joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his latest album, "The Whisper Sessions," recording with Derek Trucks, songwriting, his thoughts on AI in music, what makes a great guitar player, and more.

Eric Gales joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss "A Tribute to LJK," participating in the "Sinners" soundtrack, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, Buddy Guy, and his spin on Beethoven's "Für Elise."

Ben Poole joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his journey in music, jamming with Jeff Beck, advice he received from Gary Moore, and more.

King King frontman Alan Nimmo joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss the origins behind his trademark kilt, working with Kevin Shirley, A.I.'s impact, a possible dark future for music, why we haven't seen King King in the United States much, the value of record labels today, and more.

Rising Canadian artist Marcus Trummer joins the Blues Rock Show for a deep dive into his musical journey. Marcus opens up about the soul of blues, the influence of legends like B.B. King and modern icons like Gary Clark Jr., and how YouTube became his musical classroom. He shares candid thoughts on navigating today's chaotic music industry, the power of live performance, and why real emotion will always beat AI.

The Cinelli Brothers share their journey in music, how their connection as brothers benefits them on stage, AI bands, a wild tour story, and more.

Anthony Gomes interviews Blues Rock Review Editor-in-Chief Pete Francis about how Blues Rock Review began, the future of the site, and more.

"Sinners" is the #1 movie in America and its soundtrack features several modern day blues artists. The film also includes cameo appearances from Buddy Guy and Christone "Kingfish" Ingram. With blues getting massive exposure to a mainstream audience, will "Sinners" spark a modern blues revival?

Davy Knowles joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss memorable stories from the road, the impact of Rory Gallagher and Mark Knopfler, changes in the music business, and being mistaken for a famous pop band.

Anthony Gomes discusses the best advice he received from B.B. King, a chance meeting with Eric Clapton, technology changes in the music business, his new album "Praise The Loud," and more.

The 2025 Grammy Awards are on Sunday, February 2nd. The Blues Rock Show discusses the nominees for "Best Contemporary Blues Album" and Joe Bonamassa's chances of winning his first career Grammy.

Taj Farrant joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his journey in guitar, sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in blues rock, social media success and building an audience independently, and more.

Hector Anchondo joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss how he founded a blues festival, meeting Buddy Guy, winning the International Blues Challenge, and more.

Alastair Greene joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his new album, "Standing Out Loud," what modern blues rock is today, his take on A.I. in music, the biggest challenge musicians face today, and more.

Rocky Athas joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss growing up with Stevie Ray Vaughan, his experience with John Mayall as part of the Bluesbreakers, meeting Freddie King, a wild road story you won't believe, and more.

Meghan Parnell and Dave Barnes of Bywater Call join the Blues Rock Show to discuss their new album, "Shepherd," how they came up with the name Bywater Call, songwriting, the influence of Tedeschi Trucks Band, and more.

Joe Bonamassa joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his record setting 28th #1 album on the Billboard Blues chart, performing at Eric Clapton's Crossroads Guitar Festival, opening for the Rolling Stones, solving Rick Beato's 50-year family mystery, his reaction to a controversial statement from Spotify's CEO, advice in today's streaming world, and more.

Walter Trout joins the Blues Rock Show 10 years following his life saving liver transplant to discuss how his life changed, 37 years of sobriety and how Carlos Santana helped him get sober, John Mayall asking him to join the Bluesbreakers, joining Canned Heat, his approach to songwriting, using his platform to help up and coming artists, and more.

Guitarist Aynsley Lister joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his path in music, starting his own record label, guitar, his next album, and more.

Cardinal Black guitarist and YouTuber Chris Buck joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his beginnings in music, guitar, Cardinal Black, touring internationally, getting an assist from Slash, and more.

Slash discusses why he decided to release a blues album, the modern blues scene, his blues tour, why he started playing pedal steel, what he'd do if his career started over from the beginning, what makes a great guitar player, and more.

One of the top blues rock festivals of the summer is free to attend. Playing With Fire will be held July 11, 12, and 13 in Omaha, Nebraska and features an all-star lineup of international acts.

Jonny Lang has not released an album since 2017 and hasn't toured since 2019. Explore what happened and what could be the future for Jonny Lang.

Todd Park Mohr of Big Head Todd and the Monsters joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss the band's famous name, AC/DC's influence on the band's new album, the success of "Boom Boom," songwriting, Todd's thoughts on AI in music and what makes a great guitarist.

Dan Patlansky joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his new album, Movin' On, the influence of Stevie Ray Vaughan, which modern day guitar player reminds him of Stevie, haters in the guitar community, the best era for blues rock, modern blues rock, the importance of landing on Spotify playlists, and more.

The Blues Rock Show recaps the top 20 albums of 2023.

Matthew Scott joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his guitar journey, restoring vintage guitars, being a YouTuber, and his debut album "Mirrors."

evon Allman and Donavon Frankenreiter join the Blues Rock Show to discuss their world record attempt of 50 shows in 50 states in 49 days.

Marc Broussard joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss his new album, "S.O.S. 4 Blues For Your Soul," collaborating with Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith, singers that influenced him in the past and today, plus how the music business has changed since his career began and what he thinks of songwriters utilizing artificial intelligence.

Jesse Dayton joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss collaborating with Samantha Fish, his versatility, and meeting legends like Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson.

Kenny Wayne Shepherd joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss "Trouble Is... 25"," Buddy Guy's incredible influence, and future projects.

Joe Bonamassa joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss venturing into producing, artists signed to his Keeping the Blues Alive Record label, music documentaries, technology changes in the music business and the biggest pivot that's caused in the past five years, plus his famous guitar safaris and details regarding his next album.

Joanne Shaw Taylor joins the Blues Rock Show to discuss her new record, "The Blues Album," and what it was like working with Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith as producers. Joanne also discusses her involvement in the Allman Family Revival, her thoughts on the current music scene, and gives a few surprising answers when asked about who she listens to.

Christone "Kingfish" Ingram joins the Blues Rock Review to discuss what prompted his quick ascension in blues rock, potentially collaborating with Gary Clark Jr., Robert Johnson's mysterious past, whether he would be interested in being cast in a Crossroads movie reboot, and his new album, "662", available July 23.