Rebecca Downes is an English blues rock singer, guitarist, songwriter and vocal coach. Her sixth studio album ‘A Storm Is Coming’ is released on Friday 31st October 2025. We sat down for a lovely chat here:
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Irish Hardcore Duo Spearside Announce New EP
Irish hardcore band Spearside have announced their new EP Couldn’t Be Told for release on Wednesday 22nd October 2025.
Jared James Nichols Releases New Single ‘Ghost’ Ahead of UK Tour
Today, guitar powerhouse Jared James Nichols s proud to release his new single, ‘Ghost’, marking his first new music since recently signing with Frontiers Music Srl.
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Rebecca Downes Talks Her New Album, Her Voice And More
Rebecca Downes is an English blues rock singer, guitarist, songwriter and vocal coach. Her sixth studio album ‘A Storm Is Coming’ is released on Friday 31st October 2025. We sat down for a lovely chat here:
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BRELAND – Heartbreak & Alcohol (Single)
New Jersey-bred singer/songwriter/producer BRELAND has releases his brand-new single ‘Heartbreak & Alcohol’ following his 2022 debut album release ‘CROSS COUNTRY’ as well as previous singles ‘My Truck’ (Platinum-Certified), ‘Praise The Lord’ featuring Thomas Rhett (Gold-Certified) and more.
Jo Harrop – Beautiful Fools (Single)
Jazz vocalist and songwriter Jo Harrop will release her new album ‘ The Path Of A Tear’ in June 2024. The first single to be taken from the album is called ‘Beautiful Fools’.
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Joanne Shaw Taylor – All The Way From America (Single)
British blues-rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor has had a steady stream of single releases in 2023 “Sweet ‘Lil Lies’, “Black Magic” and “Wild Love” through Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records.
RHODES – Toothpaste (Single)
Hertfordshire-raised, London-based singer/songwriter RHODES first captured everyone’s attention with a series of EPs leading up to the release of his acclaimed 2015 debut album Wishes (via Sony Music).
Phoenix Lake – Fractured Wings (Single)
Phoenix Lake are a melodic metal four-piece from Nottingham, United Kingdom and they have recently released their new single ‘Fractured Wings’.
Steve Balsamo – Snow Angels (Single)
Vocalist and musician Steve Balsamo has been very busy in 2023 with not only his his solo music and collaborative projects but also his work with Grand Ambition at the Swansea Grand Theatre in Swansea, South Wales.
Joanne Shaw Taylor – All The Way From America (Single)
British blues-rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor has had a steady stream of single releases in 2023 “Sweet ‘Lil Lies’, “Black Magic” and “Wild Love” through Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records.
RHODES – Toothpaste (Single)
Hertfordshire-raised, London-based singer/songwriter RHODES first captured everyone’s attention with a series of EPs leading up to the release of his acclaimed 2015 debut album Wishes (via Sony Music).
Phoenix Lake – Fractured Wings (Single)
Phoenix Lake are a melodic metal four-piece from Nottingham, United Kingdom and they have recently released their new single ‘Fractured Wings’.
Steve Balsamo – Snow Angels (Single)
Vocalist and musician Steve Balsamo has been very busy in 2023 with not only his his solo music and collaborative projects but also his work with Grand Ambition at the Swansea Grand Theatre in Swansea, South Wales.
Dion Featuring Susan Tedeschi – Soul Force (Single)
Dion has been writing, recording and releasing music since the 1950s with hits such as ‘Runaround Sue’, ‘I Wonder Why’ (Dion and The Belmonts) and ‘The Wanderer’ dominating the radio airwaves and charts to name a few.
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Amelia Coburn Releases New Single ‘Something Wild’
On the rise artist Amelia Coburn is back with brand new single ‘Something Wild’, alongside the news of her biggest London headline show to date at Royal Albert Hall on 24th October 2025.
First Time Flyers Release Debut Album
UK country sensations First Time Flyers have now released their debut album, ‘Bound To Break’ via Lookout Mountain Records.
Spencer Mackenzie Releases New Single “What You Do” from Upcoming Album “Empty Chairs”
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Joe Bonamassa Announces May 2026 London Royal Albert Hall Shows
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GRAMMY-winning Guitarist Tommy Emmanuel Releases New Single and Video
GRAMMY-winning guitarist Tommy Emmanuel has released the official video for “Black and White to Color,” the newest single off his upcoming album Living In The Light (out October 10).
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Rebecca Downes Talks Her New Album, Her Voice And More
Rebecca Downes is an English blues rock singer, guitarist, songwriter and vocal coach. Her sixth studio album ‘A Storm Is Coming’ is released on Friday 31st October 2025. We sat down for a lovely chat here:
Blair Davie Talks New EP, Favourite Instruments And More
Scottish singer-songwriter Blair Davie has released their new EP, First And Last, out now via Giant Music. We wanted to find out more about the new EP:
Stella Lain Talks Latest Single, Musical Memories And More
UK Country artist called Stella Lain, has released her latest single ‘Country Girl’ which is taken from her debut EP ‘STELLA’ released on Friday 17th October 2025. She spoke to us all about the single, her musical memories and more:
Laura Cox Talks New Album, Single And More
Anglo-French guitarist, singer, and songwriter Laura Cox will release her highly anticipated fourth studio album ‘Trouble Coming’ via earMUSIC on Friday 31st October 2025. She kindly took time out of her schedule to talk to us:
Lisa Rogers Talks New Single, Her Voice And More
“Energy” is the new single and title track to Lisa Rogers debut EP, due for release late 2025/ early 2026 — a project brimming with glittering pop moments, heartfelt lyrics, and unstoppable grooves that promise to put Lisa Rogers firmly on the map. She chatted to JLTT here:
Veronica Fusaro Talks New Album, Single And More
Swiss-Italian singer-songwriter Veronica Fusaro is set to album, ‘Looking For Connection’, scheduled for release on Friday 24th October 2025. We chatted to her about the album, latest single and more:
Lily Lane Talks New Single, Her Voice And More
A former Wilhelmina Curve model turned soul-pop powerhouse, Lily Lane’s star power lies in her ability to pair glamour with grit, delivering songs that are as empowering as they are irresistibly catchy. Her latest single ‘Don’t Stop’ is out now and it felt like the perfect time for a chat:
Mike Shouse Talks New Album, Favourite Instruments And More
Guitarist Mike Shouse returns with new album ‘Jaded’, Bringing Along Fellow Axe Slingers Tony MacAlpine, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal & Michael Angelo Batio. He very kindly spoke to us about the album, favourite instruments and more:
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Dave Stewart’s Eurythmics Songbook: Sweet Dreams 40th Anniversary — London Palladium
Dave Stewart’s Eurythmics Songbook: Sweet Dreams 40th Anniversary at the London Palladium pulls out all the stops leaving fans awestruck.
American Express Presents BST Hyde Park 2022
As my friend and colleague, Kieran White entered the beautiful surroundings of...
Joe Bonamassa — Royal Albert Hall, London, United Kingdom
Photo Credit: Zoran VeselinovicThis show was the penultimate gig on the UK leg...
Heather Small – ‘The Voice of M People’ with Special Guests Ooberfuse
It was fantastic to be back again at GLive in Guildford, Surrey after the lockdowns as it is one of my favourite local venues and always manages to provide a varied programme.
Dave Stewart’s Eurythmics Songbook: Sweet Dreams 40th Anniversary — London Palladium
Dave Stewart’s Eurythmics Songbook: Sweet Dreams 40th Anniversary at the London Palladium pulls out all the stops leaving fans awestruck.
American Express Presents BST Hyde Park 2022
As my friend and colleague, Kieran White entered the beautiful surroundings of...
Joe Bonamassa — Royal Albert Hall, London, United Kingdom
Photo Credit: Zoran VeselinovicThis show was the penultimate gig on the UK leg...
Heather Small – ‘The Voice of M People’ with Special Guests Ooberfuse
It was fantastic to be back again at GLive in Guildford, Surrey after the lockdowns as it is one of my favourite local venues and always manages to provide a varied programme.
Bat For Lashes, February 2020, Town Hall, New York
My love for Bat for Lashes (Natasha Khan) started when I was 15. Since then...