Blues/Rock

Day 2 of Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival from the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, is now available on demand. The concert was streamed live for free at thenextguitar.com.

The second day of Crossroads 2026 was headlined by Eric Clapton.

DAY 2 LINEUP

Bill Murray with Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi
Sonny Landreth
Kurt Rosenwinkel
Tommy Emmanuel
Del McCoury Band with Sierra Hull
Taj Mahl and Keb’ Mo’
Robert Randolph with Eric Gales
Jimmie Vaughan
Marcus King with Sierra Hull, Marvin King, Joe Bonamassa, Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi
Doyle Bramhall II with Elle Bramhall
Trey Anastasio with John Mayer, Nathan East, Noah East, Sonny Emory, and Doyle Bramhall II
Gary Clark Jr.
Derek Trucks & Susan Tedeschi
Eric Clapton with John McLaughlin and Kurt Rosenwinkel
Group jam (Going Down)

WATCH DAY 2 BELOW

Photo Credit: David Brendan Hall for Crossroads Guitar Festival 2026 / @davidbrendanhall

The post Watch Day 2 of Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival for free appeared first on Blues Rock Review.

Day 1 of Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival from the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, is now available on demand. The concert was streamed live for free at thenextguitar.com.

The first day of Crossroads 2026 was headlined by the Tedeschi Trucks Band and included several performances from Eric Clapton.

DAY 1 LINEUP

Sonny Landreth with Eric Clapton
Ben Haggard
Nathan East, Noah East, Sonny Emory with Will Johns and Joe Bonamassa
Joe Bonamassa with Eric Gales and Marcus King
Daniel Santiago and Pedro Martins
Julian Lage with Trey Anastasio
Nathan East, Noah East, Sonny Emory with John McLaughlin
Dirk Powell and Amelia Powell
Bradley Walker and Brothers of the Heart with Eric Clapton
Joe Bonamassa
Billy Gibbons
Marcus King and Sierra Hull with Drew Smithers
Doyle Bramhall II with Charlie Sexton
Tedeschi Trucks Band with John Mayer, Eric Clapton, and Trey Anastasio
Group Jam

WATCH DAY 1 BELOW

The post Watch Day 1 of Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival 2026 for free appeared first on Blues Rock Review.

Blues Rock Weekly highlights new music from Ben Poole and Elles Bailey, plus Dan Patlansky, Robin Trower, and Joanne Shaw Taylor.

The post Blues Rock Weekly – September 25, 2026 appeared first on Blues Rock Review.

Robin Trower has released his new single, “Faith,” from his latest studio album, Shine, which is available now.

The new single arrives as Trower continues a remarkable recording career that has spanned more than six decades. Known for his distinctive guitar tone, expressive playing, and blues-influenced sound, Trower remains an active recording artist, consistently releasing new material that builds on his musical legacy.

Speaking about the release of Shine, Trower expressed his satisfaction with the finished record.

“My new album Shine is out now. I’m very pleased with how this record has come together. There’s a lot of energy in these songs, and I hope you enjoy listening to them as much as we enjoyed making them.”

The album continues Trower’s collaboration with Richard Watts and Chris Taggart, a partnership that has become an important part of his recent recording output.

In his review for Blues Rock Review, Bob Liddycoat praised the album’s musicianship and the chemistry between the three musicians.

“This new album offers plenty of signature Trower guitar work, an abundance of soul and thoughtful lyrics. Over six decades, Trower has successfully fronted a variety of partners, almost exclusively in a trio format. And the partnership with Watts and Taggart is definitely a winning combination. The album will be a welcome addition to their recent collaborations.”

With Shine now available, “Faith” offers listeners another opportunity to hear Trower’s latest work as the veteran guitarist continues adding to an extensive catalog that includes his landmark 1974 album Bridge of Sighs.

The post Robin Trower releases “Faith” lyric video appeared first on Blues Rock Review.

British blues-rock guitarist and singer Joanne Shaw Taylor has released her new single, “You And Me (Rachel’s Song),” from her upcoming studio album, The Trouble With Love, arriving October 23 via Journeyman Records.

Released alongside an official lyric video, the song is a tribute to Taylor’s longtime friend Rachel and celebrates the lasting bonds of friendship through distance, change, and the passage of time.

“A song for my best friend Rachel,” Taylor shares.

Built around a warm groove and melodic chorus, “You And Me (Rachel’s Song)” finds Taylor reflecting on shared memories and the moments that take on greater meaning as the years pass. The song also looks toward the future, emphasizing the importance of maintaining close relationships despite the changes that life brings.

The single offers another preview of The Trouble With Love, which was produced by Taylor’s longtime collaborator Kevin Shirley. The album explores love in its many forms, incorporating elements of blues, rock, soul, Americana, and pop.

Previous singles include the title track, featuring Joe Bonamassa, and “What Good Is My Love?,” featuring Orianthi. Taylor has also released “Hell Or High Water,” “This Is Who I Am,” “Tired Of Being Right,” and “The Girl That You Loved Before.”

While much of the album focuses on romantic relationships, heartbreak, and personal growth, “You And Me (Rachel’s Song)” explores the enduring love found in friendship.

Taylor will support the album with a fall U.S. headline tour beginning October 28 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The tour will include performances throughout the Southwest, Mountain West, Pacific Northwest, and California.

Select dates will feature Bywater Call, followed by a run of shows with Robert Jon & The Wreck.

The Trouble With Love will be released October 23 via Journeyman Records.

2026 TOUR DATES

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 6 – Fort Collins, CO – Aggie Theatre*
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

The post Joanne Shaw Taylor reveals “You and Me” appeared first on Blues Rock Review.

British blues-rock guitarist and singer Ben Poole has released his new single, “Runaway Souls,” featuring acclaimed vocalist Elles Bailey. The track arrives alongside the release of Poole’s new album, Post-Midnight Behaviour, available worldwide through Gypsy Soul Records.

“Runaway Souls” showcases a more atmospheric side of Poole’s songwriting, combining blues-rock influences with late-night grooves, melodic hooks, and understated rock dynamics. Bailey’s guest appearance adds another dimension to the track, which serves as the lead single from the new record.

An official music video for “Runaway Souls” has also been released on YouTube.

Post-Midnight Behaviour represents a new chapter for Poole, who has spent years touring internationally and developing his sound as a guitarist, singer, and songwriter. The album incorporates elements of blues, rock, soul, country, and alternative rock while exploring a darker and more reflective musical direction.

“I wanted Post-Midnight Behaviour to capture how far I’ve come as a guitarist, singer, and songwriter,” says Poole. “After years of playing more than 150 shows annually across over 20 countries, everything has grown — my guitar style, technique, and voice, and how I hear music. The album is the sound of all those experiences coming together. It moves through Blues, Rock, Soul, Country, and Alternative Rock, but with a darker, late-night energy running through it. I still get to unleash the guitar, but this time it sits inside something more atmospheric and reflective, and more emotionally charged. That after-hours mood inspired the album title.”

The new studio album follows several live releases from Poole, who says he wanted to take a different approach to the recording process this time around.

“In recent years I’ve released a few live albums, which are great snapshots of a specific moment in time,” adds Poole. “With this new album, I took my time to make sure every detail was fully realised — the songs, the sounds, the arrangements, the performances, everything. My writing team and I pushed ourselves harder than ever, digging deep to make the songwriting as strong, sharp, and emotionally powerful as it could be. Listeners are going to feel that energy the moment they hear it. It has been well worth the wait.”

The post Ben Poole unveils “Runaway Souls” featuring Elles Bailey appeared first on Blues Rock Review.