BraveWords Records Announces Signing of STORM FORCE & Their New Album “Truth”

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BraveWords Records is pleased to announce the signing of Storm Force for the upcoming release of their new album, Truth, later in 2026.

Greg Fraser lead guitarist and founding member: “Storm Force is thrilled to join the BraveWords Records family for the release of our new album, Truth. We’re excited to work with a team that has been such a strong voice in the hard rock and metal community, and we look forward to sharing this next chapter with fans around the world.”

BraveWords Records founder “Metal” Tim Henderson: “The storm keeps building and BraveWords Records is where STORM FORCE has landed for their anxiously awaited second album! Canuck hard rock legend Greg Fraser passionately continues on his melodic heavy rock journey that started with the much-praised BRIGHTON ROCK, by uniting with the powerful forces of singer Patrick Gagliardi, drummer Roger Banks and bassist Mike Berardelli. Together, Storm Force bring years of experience to the mix, while still retaining that voracious hunger of their youth. A new storm is brewing… are you ready to run for cover?”

Storm Force delivers powerful melodic hard rock fueled by soaring vocals, massive hooks, and the timeless energy of classic arena rock. Founded by guitarist and songwriter Greg Fraser, best known for his work with Canadian hard rock veterans Brighton Rock, the band blends classic influences with a modern edge, creating a sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly current.

The band first made its mark with the release of its debut album, Age Of Fear, in 2020 through Escape Music. The album earned praise from melodic rock fans and media alike, showcasing a powerful mix of driving guitars, memorable choruses, and emotionally charged songwriting.

Now Storm Force returns with its highly anticipated sophomore release, Truth, a ten-song collection that raises the bar in every direction.

Drawing inspiration from Whitesnake, Dokken, Scorpions, and Bon Jovi, Storm Force delivers music built for loud speakers, live stages, and fans who still believe in authentic, guitar-driven rock!

Fans will also be excited to hear that the back catalog of Fraze Gang and Storm Force will be available soon on the BraveWords Records Bandcamp at bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com

About STORM FORCE:

Storm Force is the explosive band that fans of classic hard melodic rock have all been waiting for.

Storm Force is led by Canadian rock legend and Brighton Rock founder, Greg Fraser. Greg has earned 4 Juno nominations with Brighton Rock, as well as a gold album in Canada. Greg is joined by Patrick Gagliardi (Vocals), Roger Banks (Drums), and Mike Berardelli (Bass), Storm Force’s debut album “Age of Fear” is the culmination of three years of passion for music and the hard rock genre.

After Brighton Rock, Greg released two great rock albums with the Fraze Gang to solid reviews. For this project however, he decided to step away from the front man role and search for the right members to create something special. Armed with the great rock riffs and melodies he had written, he decided to focus on finding members that were local to him so they could not just create an album that was recorded in different cities with no cohesiveness, but something that really felt like a band! Greg found one of today’s most powerful and versatile lead vocalists in Patrick Gagliardi (formerly of Surface Tension). Patrick adds his touch to the album as the main lyricist bringing different flavours to each song that range from straight ahead Rock anthems to introspective experiences of the current world we live in. Their debut record was recorded at Hamster Cage Studios and produced by Darius Szczepaniak (Black Crowes, Sum 41, Big Sugar). It combines colossal, crushing melodic rock with hook-laden ballads and massive choruses reminiscent of vintage Cinderella, balanced by classic rock sensibilities of acts like The Who and Van Halen.

The group hails from Niagara Falls, Canada and is rounded out by the blistering one-two punch rhythm section of legendary drummer Roger Banks and sought-after session musician and touring bassist Mike Berardelli.

Links:
https://stormforce.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/officialstormforce
https://x.com/stormforceband
https://youtube.com/@stormforce6368
https://www.instagram.com/stormforceband

STITCHED UP HEART Release New Video Single ‘Medusa’, Feat. Lyric Noel

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A Fierce Anthem of Empowerment and Transformation, “Medusa” Finds Frontwoman Mixi Confronting Betrayal Head-On and Emerging Stronger Than Ever!

 Los Angeles rock band Stitched Up Heart have released their powerful new single “Medusa,” featuring special guest vocalist Lyric Noel, alongside their highly anticipated new album, MEDUSA, available now via Judge & Jury Records.

“‘Medusa’ is about finally flipping the script on something that has tried to curse you. A battle cry for the women who were betrayed and serving justice by venom with a smile,” explains Mixi. “Writing this song felt like clearly recognizing a betrayal, shedding your own skin, and spitting out the venom that was meant to poison you by claiming your power back. It’s the perfect mirror — I’m not the girl getting gaslit and nauseous anymore. I’m the one with the Medusa stare turning problems to stone unapologetically. I’m not asking for permission anymore. I am here — I’m reborn, venomous, and ready.”

The song’s message of rebirth extends throughout the accompanying music video, which was filmed in Dallas, Texas and draws heavily from ancient Greek mythology and imagery. Inspired by the legend of Perseus and Medusa, Stitched Up Heart flips the traditional narrative on its head. Rather than being slain by the Greek hero, the video’s twin Medusas rise up and take control of their fate, ultimately defeating Perseus themselves.

STREAM “MEDUSA”: https://ffm.to/stitchedupheart

The concept originated with Mixi, who envisioned the striking visual of twin Medusas sharing a bathtub as a central image within the video’s dreamlike and mythological world. The video’s themes mirror the song’s message of shedding old skin, embracing transformation, and emerging stronger from betrayal and adversity.

Adding to the experience was a live snake featured in the production. Mixi shared that despite snakes often being portrayed as dangerous or sinister, the animal used on set couldn’t have been more different.

“The snake was actually scared of me,” she recalled. “It had the sweetest soul and wasn’t evil at all like people often portray snakes to be.”

Produced by acclaimed producers Cameron Mizell (Machine Gun Kelly, Sleeping with Sirens) and Evan McKeever (Starset, Miranda Lambert), MEDUSA showcases Stitched Up Heart’s evolution both musically and lyrically, delivering a collection of songs centered around resilience, self-discovery, healing, and personal empowerment.

“The songs were written with the live show in mind,” says Mixi. “We wanted the energy to translate directly to the stage and create moments where people could let loose and embrace their inner crazy.”

While the title track and lead single “Medusa” features a standout guest appearance from Lyric Noel, the album also includes collaborations with an impressive roster of artists, including Lauren Babic, Eyes Set to Kill, Conquer Divide, Butcher Babies, Nonpoint, NOAPOLOGY, Austin John Winkler (The Founder), and Geena Fontanella.

The release marks another major milestone for the band following their 2025 signing with Judge & Jury Records. Since joining the label, Stitched Up Heart have continued their upward trajectory through relentless touring and electrifying live performances. Earlier this year, the band joined rock icon Sebastian Bach on tour before completing an extensive run supporting Infected Rain.

Beyond the stage, Mixi continues to use her platform to advocate for more women in rock and metal while actively volunteering with multiple animal rescue organizations throughout Southern California.

Tracklisting: 

1) LOVE AND DEATH (feat. Austin John Winkler) 
2) SICK SICK SICK (feat. Lauren Babic & Eyes Set To Kill) 
3) GLITCH BITCH (feat. Conquer Divide) 
4) CANNIBAL (feat. Butcher Babies) 
5) MEET ME AFTER LIFE (feat. NOAPOLOGY)
6) MEDUSA (feat. Lyric Noel)
7) BEAST (feat. Nonpoint) 
8) DEAD TO ME (feat. Geena Fontanella)
9) DEVILICIOUS 
10) EX-TERMINATION

Formed in Los Angeles in 2010 by vocalist Alecia “Mixi” Demner, Stitched Up Heart has spent over a decade carving out a fierce, distinct niche in the alternative metal and hard rock landscape. Known for blending heavy, industrial / metalcore riffs with emotional choruses, the band built their reputation on relentless touring and undeniable hits made for the airwaves.

Their label debut on Another Century Records, Never Alone (2016), landed them on the Top 10 Billboard Hard Rock chart, propelled by standout singles like “Finally Free” and “Monster.” They consistently evolved their sound through subsequent records like 2020’s Darkness (featuring Godsmack’s Sully Erna) and 2023’s To the Wolves (featuring Escape The Fate’s Craig Mabbitt), solidifying their status as modern rock mainstays while sharing stages with heavy-hitters like Halestorm, In This Moment, and Godsmack. 

In 2026, Stitched Up Heart began a bold, defining new chapter with their fourth album, MEDUSA, released on Judge & Jury Records. The album is spearheaded by the fierce, internet-culture rock anthem “GLITCH BITCH” featuring Conquer Divide, & the bloodthirsty women-empowering heater “CANNIBAL” featuring Heidi of Butcher Babies. Stitched Up Heart continues to prove that their signature mix of vulnerability and heavy-hitting attitude is sharper and more resilient than ever.  

Judge & Jury is an artist/production team founded by multi-platinum record producer Howard Benson (My Chemical Romance, Skillet, Theory of a Deadman, Daughtry, Kelly Clarkson, Flyleaf, Halestorm, In Flames, etc.) & second to none active rock record holder Neil Sanderson (founder/songwriter/drummer of Three Days Grace). Howard and Neil started working together creatively when Howard produced One-X. He continued to work with the band and produced the albums Life Starts Now, Outsider, and EXPLOSIONS. With the combination of Howard’s production and Neil’s songwriting, they now have the most #1 songs at active rock radio in history. Still working with Three Days Grace, they also separately formed the production/artist/songwriting powerhouse known as Judge & Jury. 

For More Information Please Visit: Official Website – Facebook – Instagram – TikTok – YouTube – Spotify – Judge & Jury Records

AXEMASTER Unleash New Single & Lyric Video ‘Kissed With A Fist’

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US heavy metal veterans AXEMASTER have unveiled “Kissed With A Fist”, the second single taken from their forthcoming studio album “Of Beasts And Plagues”, due out on June 19 via Cosmic Fire Records. Accompanied by a brand-new lyric video, the track delivers another powerful preview of what promises to be one of the band’s strongest releases to date.

Following the dark and ominous atmosphere of the previously released track “Murder Of Crows”, “Kissed With A Fist” showcases a more direct and hard-hitting side of AXEMASTER. Driven by thunderous riffs and infectious hooks, the song perfectly captures the band’s ability to combine classic heavy metal power with memorable songwriting.

Guitarist and founding member Joe Sims reveals that the song has held a special place throughout the album’s creation process: “When I first wrote the music for ‘Kissed With A Fist’, I temporarily named it ‘Signature’ because I thought it could turn out to be the signature song from the new album. It’s heavy, but more straight-forward than a lot of my stuff. Easy to follow, catchy, and a tune that anyone can easily tap their foot or bang their head to!“

Vocalist Geoff McGraw sums it up perfectly: “A headbanger of a song! Aggression and power in one punch!“

Tracklist:
01. The Plagues Among Us…. 
02. Murder of Crows
03. The Dark Side
04. Kissed With a Fist
05. Clinging to Life
06. Terrortory
07. Forsaken II
08. Dealers
09. Danse Macabre
10. Machine
11. Dagon Rising
12. Shadows Cast

With “Of Beasts And Plagues”, AXEMASTER continue to build upon a legacy spanning more than three decades. Blending traditional US heavy metal with elements of doom and thrash, the album delivers crushing riffs, commanding vocals and a darker, more aggressive atmosphere while remaining firmly rooted in the band’s classic sound.

Since reforming under the direction of founding guitarist Joe Sims in 2010, AXEMASTER have continued to strengthen their reputation among devoted metal fans worldwide. With eleven official releases, appearances alongside renowned acts such as Sebastian Bach, Grim Reaper, Halloween and Riot, and performances at major underground festivals across the United States, the band remains a respected force within the heavy metal scene.

“Of Beasts And Plagues” will be coming out on June 19 via Cosmic Fire Records and is available for pre-order HERE

Line-up:
Joe Sims – Lead Guitar
Jenson Kozar – Bass
Adam Windisch – Drums
Geoff McGraw – Vocals

For more info visit:
https://www.instagram.com/axemasterofficial/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570312266756
https://cosmicfirerecords.com

SPREAD EAGLE Release New Studio Album “The Brutal Divine” with Visualizer for ‘Forbidden Local Honey’

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Hard rock veterans SPREAD EAGLE are thrilled to release their new album ‘The Brutal Divine,’ out now via Frontiers Music Srl. The band also shares the new track “Forbidden Local Honey,” along with an official visualizer, available below.

SPREAD EAGLE are currently on the road on “The Brutal Divine Tour 2026,” with dates across the US, and in UK and Europe throughout the summer. For the full list of dates, please see below and HERE.

The band comments:

“Actually, we’re not entirely sure what this song is about. There are references to the drug trade and to a certain singer who often flies between Brooklyn and Florida to ply his wares. Add in some sexual innuendos and it makes one hell of a sleazy rocker… Enjoy!”

‘The Brutal Divine‘ is SPREAD EAGLE’s long-awaited fourth studio album and a fierce new chapter in the band’s uncompromising legacy. Known for their raw energy, streetwise attitude, and explosive live performances, they once again prove why they remain a vital force in modern hard rock.

The band described the new record as “an emotionally and musically heavy body of songs showcasing a unique command of power, dynamics, and melody. We have harnessed the energy of years of non-stop touring and turned it into a metal/punk thrill ride of an album.”

“Lyrically, ‘The Brutal Divine‘ challenges us to question our views and ask if we’re truly as free-thinking as we may believe. Once that question is posed, the album progresses towards uplifting messages of hope and community”, they continued.

Fronted by the unmistakable voice of Ray West, the band delivers a powerful collection of songs that balance grit and melody, aggression and soul. Guitarist Gianmaria “Jommy” Puledda injects the record with razor-sharp riffs and soaring harmonies, while Rob De Luca (bass, vocals) and Rik De Luca (drums) form a thunderous rhythmic backbone that drives every track with authority and groove.

Produced by Rob De Luca, ‘The Brutal Divine‘ captures the band at their most focused and dynamic – blending their classic hard rock roots with a darker, heavier edge. The album channels the intensity and authenticity that first put SPREAD EAGLE on the map, while showcasing a band that continues to evolve without losing its identity.

With a full slate of live dates planned in support of the release, SPREAD EAGLE is ready to bring ‘The Brutal Divine‘ to stages around the world – where their music truly comes alive. This is hard rock delivered with conviction, attitude, and fire.

Order the album here: https://ffm.bio/thebrutaldivine

‘The Brutal Divine’ Track List:

  1. Flat Earth Vultures
  2. Street Noise
  3. Gunflower
  4. Jail Rat
  5. Forbidden Local Honey
  6. Pushed To The Limit
  7. Ant Farm
  8. Scars In Our Eyes (City Kids)
  9. Inside A Shrunken Head
  10. Makebeliever

SPREAD EAGLE Live:

“THE BRUTAL DIVINE TOUR 2026”, remaining shows:

Jun 19 – Norton, WV – RimRocks Fest
Jul 3 – Jacksonville, FL – The Albatross
Jul 4 – Bunnell, FL – 1405 Saloon
Jul 9 – Riverhead, NY – Suffolk Theater
Jul 31 – Brooklyn, NY – Polish Slavic Center
Aug 1 – Fallston, MD – Fallston Barrel House
Aug 31 – Bratislava, Slovakia – Muzeum obchodu
Sep 2 – Velden am Worthersee, Austria – Bluesiana
Sep 4 – Moncalieri, Italy – McRyan’s
Sep 5 – Issenheim, France – Rockfest
Sep 6 – Basel, Switzerland – Sunbeach
Sep 10 – Frankfurt, Germany – Huhnerstall
Sep 11 – Lichtenfels, Germany – Paunchy Cats
Sep 12 – Wroclaw, Poland – Klub Muzyczny Liverpool
Sep 13 – Reichenbach, Germany – Bergkeller
Sep 15 – Turku, Finland – Fuusio
Sep 16 – Helsinki, Finland – Bar Loose
Sep 18 – Grebbestad, Sweden – Rode Orm
Sep 19 – Gothenburg, Sweden – The Abyss
Sep 22 – Swindon, England – The Victoria
Sep 23 – Southampton, England – The Brook
Sep 24 – St Albans, England – The Horn
Sep 25 – Isle of Wight, England – Strings
Sep 26 – London, England – New Cross Inn
Sep 27 – Derby, England – The Victoria Inn
Sep 28 – Birmingham, England – Subside
Sep 30 – Newcastle, England – Trillians
Oct 1 – Edinburgh, Scotland – Bannermans
Oct 2 – Buckley, Wales – The Tivoli
Oct 3 – Harrogate, England – The Den
Oct 4 – Stockport, England – Spinning Top
Oct 16 – Arlington, TX – Heavy Metal Hall of Fame
Oct 17 – San Antonio, TX – Fitzgerald’s

GET TICKETS HERE

SPREAD EAGLE are:
Ray West – Lead Vocals
Gianmaria “Jommy” Puledda – Guitars and Vocals
Rob De Luca – Bass and Vocals
Rik De Luca – Drums

More info: https://spreadeagle.us/

FIRES IN THE DISTANCE Release New Album “Circadian Promise” with Lyric Video ‘By This Time Tomorrow’, Ft. Johan Reinholdz

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Connecticut melodic death/doom outfit FIRES IN THE DISTANCE unveil their long-awaited new album, Circadian Promise, available now via Prosthetic Records. To mark the occasion, the band has also premiered a lyric video for the album standout, “By This Time Tomorrow” featuring Johan Reinholdz of DARK TRANQUILITY. 

Following a string of acclaimed singles that introduced listeners to the album’s emotional depth and sweeping scope, Circadian Promise arrives as the band’s most ambitious and affecting work to date. Balancing crushing heaviness with cinematic atmosphere and poignant introspection, the record expands upon the foundation established by 2022’s Air Not Meant For Us while pushing the band’s sound into even more immersive territory.

The newly released lyric video for “By This Time Tomorrow” offers another compelling entry point into the album’s expansive world. Anchored by towering melodies, dynamic songwriting, and the band’s signature interplay between melancholy and catharsis, the track captures the emotional weight and sense of perseverance that courses through Circadian Promise from beginning to end.

Recorded with producer Dave Kaminsky and enhanced by orchestration from Randy Slaugh, Circadian Promise also marks the first studio appearance from new vocalist/guitarist Brendan Hayter, whose arrival further broadens the band’s expressive range without sacrificing the power and sincerity that have defined FIRES IN THE DISTANCE since their inception.

Since emerging from the New England underground, FIRES IN THE DISTANCE have carved out a distinct identity within the modern melodic death/doom landscape. Their ability to pair crushing riffs and blistering intensity with evocative arrangements and deeply human themes has earned the band widespread critical praise and a devoted international following. With Circadian Promise, they deliver their most fully realized statement yet—an album that embraces grief, growth, and resilience while looking toward what lies ahead.

Circadian Promise is available now on all streaming platforms and in multiple physical formats via Prosthetic Records.

Purchase/Stream Circadian Promise: https://firesinthedistance.ffm.to/circadianpromise

Circadian Promise Track List:

1. Of. Radiance and Levitation
2. To You, Author of My Fade
3. Lightless Days of a Songless Bird
4. By This Time Tomorrow
(Feat. Johan Reinholdz of Dark Tranquillity)
5. Once the Silence Takes Your Place
6. Agonal Dreaming

FIRES IN THE DISTANCE Tour Dates: 

June 19 – Toronto, ON – The Baby G w/ Solemn Vision
June 20 – Montreal, QC – Piranha Bar w/ Solemn Vision
June 21 – Québec, QC – L’Anti w/ Solemn Vision
July 25 – Cheshire, CT – Counter Weight Brewing Co
Sept 10 – Atlanta, GA – ProgPower

About FIRES IN THE DISTANCE: 

Originally conceived in 2016 as founding guitarist Yegor Savonin’s solo project, FIRES IN THE DISTANCE quickly evolved into a full band, earning acclaim with 2020’s Echoes From Deep November and 2023’s Air Not Meant For Us. Following a high-profile 2024 North American tour, the group reunited with producer Dave Kaminsky and orchestrator Randy Slaugh, while welcoming new vocalist/guitarist Brendan Hayter. The resulting six-track album—some songs stretching beyond nine minutes—is their bleakest yet most embracing work, blending cinematic orchestration, organic production, and dynamic vocal contrasts.

Lyrically and thematically, Circadian Promise explores spiritual erosion, mortality, and the search for acceptance, balancing existential weight with hard-won optimism. Recorded in Connecticut and North Carolina, the album retains a resonant human warmth even in its most technical passages, pairing atmospheric strings and expansive leads with Hayter’s serrated growls and somber cleans. Singles like “Of Radiance and Levitation,” “To You, Author of My Fade,” and “By This Time Tomorrow” reflect deeply personal meditations on depression, self-awareness, and grief, while showcasing the band’s cinematic scope and emotional intensity. With touring planned for 2026 and beyond, Circadian Promise continues FIRES IN THE DISTANCE’s decade-long pursuit of catharsis—melding Savonin’s introspective vision with powerful songwriting, immersive arrangements, and evolving musical ambition.

FIRES IN THE DISTANCE Lineup:
Yegor Savonin – guitar/lyrics/songwriting
Brendan Hayter – vocals/guitar/additional lyrics
Craig Breitsprecher – bass/backing vocals
Jordan Rippe – drums

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JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR’s Songwriting Continues to Evolve on Reflective New Video Single ‘Tired Of Being Right’

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British blues-rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor returns today with her powerful new single “Tired Of Being Right,” alongside a new official music video, out now via Journeyman Records. Taken from her forthcoming studio album The Trouble With Love, due October 23rd, the song captures the painful moment when hope finally gives way to acceptance, and when staying becomes harder than walking away.

Beginning with a delicate, atmospheric introduction before gradually unfolding into a slow-burning blues-rock confession, “Tired Of Being Right” finds Joanne at her most emotionally vulnerable. The song chronicles the realisation that love alone cannot change someone who refuses to change themselves, even after years of patience, sacrifice, and second chances.

“A very personal song for me,” Joanne shares. “A song about always holding out hope that the one you love might finally step up but sadly sometimes you have to give yourself clarity and permission to leave. Sometimes people will never change no matter how long you invest in them.”

That emotional reckoning echoes throughout the song’s lyrics. Lines like “The truth’s never kind and hope, boy, does she linger on” and “I’m tired of being right about you being wrong” capture the exhaustion of repeatedly confronting a reality you never wanted to accept. Rather than exploding into anger, Joanne delivers the song with hard-earned wisdom, allowing its emotional weight to build naturally as the story unfolds.

The accompanying music video brings those themes to life through the story of a couple trapped in a relationship neither can fully let go of. Intercut with performance footage of Joanne, the music video mirrors the song’s push and pull between love, disappointment, and acceptance, ultimately arriving at the same difficult conclusion reflected in the lyrics.

“Tired Of Being Right” is the latest preview of The Trouble With Love, Joanne’s highly anticipated new studio album produced by Kevin Shirley. On the album, Joanne dives headfirst into the beautiful chaos of the human heart, exploring the many forms love takes in our lives: the reckless kind that sweeps you off your feet, the quiet kind that steadies you, the kind that breaks you open, and the kind that puts you back together.

The new single follows a string of acclaimed releases that have steadily revealed different sides of the album’s emotional landscape. The title track “The Trouble With Love” featuring Joe Bonamassa explored the addictive push and pull of romance, while “What Good Is My Love?” featuring Orianthi confronted the pain of love that isn’t returned. “Hell Or High Water” delivered a defiant blues-gospel message of perseverance and self-belief, while “This Is Who I Am” offered a moving reflection on acceptance and self-worth. Together, the songs point toward one of Joanne’s most personal and fully realized albums to date.

The album also arrives on the heels of the widespread success ofBlack & Gold, which earned some of the strongest reviews of Joanne’s career. Classic Rock awarded the album a 9/10 rating, while Powerplay Magazine praised its “pop appeal and smoothness.” Guitarist Magazine noted that it “reinforces Joanne’s place in the firmament of today’s brightest stars,” and American Blues Scene called it “a deeply personal experience, showcasing the depth of Joanne’s artistry.”

The release comes as Joanne continues another busy year on the road. Following a successful run of European festival appearances, she is currently touring across the United States throughout the summer before launching a newly announced Fall 2026 headline tour across the Southwest, Mountain West, Pacific Northwest, and California. Known for her commanding stage presence, fiery guitar work, and emotionally immersive performances, Joanne continues to captivate audiences with a live show that blends new material with fan favourites from across her acclaimed catalogue.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: www.joanneshawtaylor.com/tour.

The Trouble With Love by Joanne Shaw Taylor


1. The Trouble With Love feat. Joe Bonamassa
2. Hell Or High Water
3. This Is Who I Am
4. Tired Of Being Right
5. Bad Boy
6. What Good Is My Love? feat. Orianthi
7. The Girl That You Loved Before
8. Never Gonna Please ‘Em All
9. You And Me (Rachel’s Song)
10. Death Wish

2026 U.S. Tour Dates


June 27 – San Jose, CA – San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival
July 8 – Old Saybrook, CT – The Kate
July 9 – Newport, RI – The JPT Film & Event Center
July 11 – Honesdale, PA – Wildflower Concert Series
July 12 – Kingston, NY – Assembly – Kingston
July 22 – Milwaukee, WI – The Argo
July 24 – Prairie du Chien, WI – Prairie Dog Blues Festival
July 25 – Fargo, ND – Fargo Blues Festival
July 26 – Omaha, NE – Slowdown
July 30 – Minneapolis, MN – The Parkway Theater
July 31 – Sioux Falls, SD – Levitt Shell Sioux Falls*
August 2 – Bremerton, WA – Kitsap Rock & Blues Festival
August 14 – Portland, ME – Aura
August 15 – Salisbury, MA – Blue Ocean Music Hall
August 16 – Laconia, NH – Colonial Theatre
August 19 – Lexington, MA – Cary Hall
August 20 – Norfolk, CT – Infinity Music Hall Norfolk
August 21 – Buffalo, NY – Electric City
August 22 – Interlochen, MI – Interlochen Center for the Arts
September 10 – Paw Paw, MI – Warner Vineyards
September 11 – Dayton, OH – Levitt Pavilion Dayton*
September 12 – Louisville, KY – Mercury Ballroom

*FREE SHOW

2026 Fall U.S. Tour


October 28 – Albuquerque, NM – KiMo Theatre *
October 29 – Flagstaff, AZ – Orpheum Theater *
October 30 – Phoenix, AZ – Celebrity Theatre *
November 1 – Tucson, AZ – Rialto Theatre *
November 3 – Grand Junction, CO – Mesa Theater *
November 5 – Colorado Springs, CO – Phil Long Music Hall *
November 7 – Boulder, CO – Boulder Theater *
November 9 – Salt Lake City, UT – The State Room **
November 10 – Boise, ID – The Egyptian Theatre **
November 12 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory**
November 13 – Tacoma, WA – Rialto Theater **
November 15 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theater **
November 17 – Grass Valley, CA – The Center for the Arts **
November 19 – Napa, CA – Uptown Theatre Napa **
November 20 – Bakersfield, CA – World Records**
November 21 – Monterey, CA – Golden State Theatre **

* with Bywater Call
** with Robert Jon & The Wreck

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