Andy White to release new album and career spanning box set

August 29, 2016 by David Vousden in Box Set, Folk, Pop, Punk, singer-songwriter

Andy White released his first album 'Rave On Andy White' thirty years ago 'Rave On' would be the first of twelve studio albums that are now collected together in a new career retrospective box set. His upcoming 'Imaginary Lovers' album is included. The musical story of the Belfast born Andy White features influences from, but not limited to, pop, punk and folk coupled with an approach to songwriting that is often very personal. Join Andy White on a thirty year journey with 'Studio Albums 1986-2016'. Andy will be touring the UK to coincide with the release

FM to release new album Indiscreet 30

August 26, 2016 by David Vousden in AOR, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Melodic Rock

Thirty years on from the original release UK melodic rockers FM are set to release a re-recorded version of their classic debut on October 28th with 7 bonus tracks. The band will also be playing the complete album live on their Oct/Nov tour to coincide with the album release. Please read on for a sneak peak at the new album and those tour dates etc.

Otis Redding - The complete Live At The Whisky A Go Go

August 25, 2016 by David Vousden in Box Set, Soul

I think it's about time we added a little soul to proceedings here at Red Guitar Music so... The legendary Otis Redding was a man on a mission when he stormed into Los Angeles in April of 1966 to play three nights at the Whisky A Go Go on Sunset Strip these recording are to be released as a six disc set on October 21st. This is the first time the seven sets have been made available in their entirety.

Hard Rockin' Vinyl Box Sets coming soon from Saxon and Gillan

August 16, 2016 by David Vousden in Box Set, Vinyl, Metal, Hard Rock

Hard Rock / Metal fans and lovers of vinyl in general will welcome two new box sets that are upcoming from seminal UK Metal act Saxon and Gillan the highly successful and influential act fronted by vocalist Ian Gillan. Saxon will release an 8 LP set of live recordings on gold vinyl while The Gillan Collection 79 -82 features exact, first pressing, replicas of the five releases on 180g heavyweight vinyl.

Kansas to release The Prelude Implicit September 23rd 2016

August 16, 2016 by David Vousden in AOR, Classic Rock, Hard Rock, Melodic Rock, prog

Legendary US act Kansas will release their first new studio album in 16 years on September 23rd via Inside Out Music. They may have been away from the studio for many years but longtime fans are in for a treat. The full press release and 'With This Heart' follows.

Dan Owen - Made To Love You August 12th

August 10, 2016 by David Vousden in singer-songwriter, Tour Dates

This Friday (August 12th) will see the release of the new single from Shrewsbury singer-songwriter Dan Owen entitled 'Made To Love You'. The single is stunning (the vocal work on the chorus is lovely) and bodes well for his new EP 'Open Hands And Enemies' which will follow on September 14th. I urge you to check out the single as Dan Owen is going to be one to watch.

Trees Of Eternity will mark The Hour Of The Nightingale November 11th

August 10, 2016 by David Vousden in Doom Metal, Ambient, Melancholia

Atmospheric doom-metal act Trees Of Eternity have released a video for 'Broken Mirror' from their upcoming 'Hour Of The Nightingale' album due November 11th on Svart (home of RGM fave Mikko Joensuu). The track features South African born singer Aleah Stanbridge who sadly passed away earlier this year. Something a little different here at Red Guitar Music but very much worthy of your time.

Bruce Springsteen - 'Chapter And Verse' due September 23rd

July 29, 2016 by David Vousden in Classic Rock, singer-songwriter, Video, Vinyl, Autobiography

As a companion to his forthcoming, seven years in the writing, autobiography 'Born To Run' Bruce Springsteen will release a compilation album on September 23rd that includes 5 previously unreleased tracks including The Castiles and Steel Mill recordings. Please read on for the full track listing and a preview trailer.

Wildwood Kin to release 'Warrior Daughter' September 2nd

July 29, 2016 by David Vousden in Acoustic, Americana, Tour Dates, Video

Wildwood Kin should need no introduction to readers of Red Guitar Music as we recently featured the Exeter trio and their upcoming contribution to the new Seth Lakeman album and tour. This is just part of what looks like being a very busy 2016 for the girls as on September 2nd they will release a single 'Warrior Daughter' and a video of the track is now available.Their touring plans also include shows with US act The Oh Hellos. Please read on to check out the video, those upcoming dates and all things Wildwood Kin.

Seth Lakeman - Ballads Of The Broken Few due September 16th

July 25, 2016 by David Vousden in Acoustic, Folk, singer-songwriter, Tour Dates, Video

Seth Lakeman will release his new album 'Ballads Of The Broken Few' September 16th on the Cooking Vinyl label. The album was produced by Ethan Johns (Ryan Adams, Kings Of Leon, Paul McCartney) and features the harmony vocals of young female trio Wildwood Kin who will also be special guests on his upcoming UK tour set for November. Please read on for more info about the album, the tour and a video for the title track.

Ray Wilson - Makes Me Think Of Home due October 7th

July 23, 2016 by David Vousden in singer-songwriter, Classic Rock

Never one to let the grass grow under his feet Ray Wilson will release his second album of 2016 on October 7th. The new album follows the acoustic set 'Song For A Friend' which garnered some of the very best reviews of his career on release. Stiltskin and Genesis may have bought Ray to the attention of the public but a relentless touring schedule and his abilities as a singer-songwriter are now reaping their rewards some 15 years into his solo career.

Ian Hunter has his 'Fingers Crossed' for September 16th

July 21, 2016 by David Vousden in Classic Rock, singer-songwriter

British rock legend Ian Hunter will release his latest album 'Fingers Crossed' on September 16th via Proper Records. The first track released from the record is 'Dandy' a very fitting homage to David Bowie which is quintessential Hunter. The album release will be followed by a UK tour in November.

Luke Winslow-King - I'm Glad Trouble Don't Last Always due September 30th

July 20, 2016 by David Vousden in Blues, Folk, Jazz, singer-songwriter, Americana

Michigan born and now based in New Orleans, Louisiana Luke Winslow-King returns to action with 'I'm Glad Trouble Don't Last Always' his fifth album overall and his third release on the Bloodshot Records label. The title track from the album is now available to stream and will have fans sittin' up and takin' notice.

On't Sofa Sessions with Van Susans

July 19, 2016 by David Vousden in Alternative Rock, Folk, Video

Red Guitar Music recently featured London based alternative folk-rock act Van Susans for the release of their 'Seagulls' single and they are back again with two tracks recorded at an On't Sofa Session. Enjoy the aforementioned 'Seagulls' and the upcoming single 'Coming Home'.

A Thousand Horses - New video + UK dates

July 19, 2016 by David Vousden in Classic Rock, Country, Southern Rock, Video

Nashville country rock act A Thousand Horses will return to the UK in November 2016 for a short tour. The band recently released the title track from their Big Machine Label Group album 'Southernality' as a single and you can check out the video + those all important tour dates.

Heidi Talbot - Here We Go, 1, 2, 3...

July 05, 2016 by David Vousden in Acoustic, Americana, Folk, singer-songwriter, Tour Dates

Heidi Talbot will release her fifth solo album September 23rd on the Navigator label. The new release entitled Here We Go, 1, 2, 3... will be supported with an extensive UK tour. The album was recorded at home with her husband John McCusker and a host of musicians and co-writers including Louis Abbott (Admiral Fallow), Duke Special, Adam Holmes and Boo Hewerdine.

Banditos will put a spell on you July 8th 2016

June 30, 2016 by David Vousden in Americana, Blues, Vinyl

Bloodshot Records artist Banditos will release a new 7" single on July 8th that will feature a new track 'Fun All Night' coupled with their fantastic cover of the Screamin' Jay Hawkins tune 'I Put A Spell On You'. It must be said vocalist Mary Beth Richardson owns the tune and it's an essential take on a classic. The vinyl is a limited edition of 1000.

Lewis & Leigh to release debut album 'Ghost' August 26th 2016

June 30, 2016 by David Vousden in Americana, singer-songwriter, Video, Tour Dates

Lewis & Leigh are set to release their debut album 'Ghost' August 26th on the Celticana Records label which they will support with their own dates and a prestigious special guests spot on the upcoming Deacon Blue UK tour. The lead track from the album 'There Is A Light' is now available and captures their quite lovely harmonies perfectly. If you are new to the duo please read on as they tell us how Lewis & Leigh came to be and you can check out the video for 'There Is A Light'.

Shovels & Rope plant Little Seeds with New West

June 22, 2016 by David Vousden in Americana, singer-songwriter

Cary Ann Hearst and Michael Trent the husband and wife duo better known as Shovels & Rope will release their new album October 7th. 'Little Seeds' will be their first release on the acclaimed New West Records label. The duo recently premiered 'I Know' with The Wall Street Journal no less as a taster for the album. Needless to say it bodes well.

From Suffolk countryside to London town

June 20, 2016 by David Vousden in Bluegrass, Acoustic, Americana, Country, singer-songwriter, Tour Dates

Londoners that crave a taste of the Maverick Festival (in more ways than one) should head down to Kings Cross on the 24th / 25th June as they have teamed up with street food company Kerb to present Noshville. So if you want to hear some great music and sample some amazing food Granary Square in Kings Cross is the place to be this weekend.