# blues rock (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover blues rock. Page: Feed: --- ## [THE BARBARIANS OF CALIFORNIA – ‘Megatons’](https://www.rockzonemag.com/the-barbarians-of-california-megatons-critica-disco-nuevo-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-barbarians-of-california-megatons-critica-disco-nuevo-review) _2026-08-22 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ The Barbarians Of California es otra banda hija de la pandemia. Como tantos músicos, Aaron Bruno, líder del proyecto de pop alternativo Awolnation (¿recordáis su hit ‘Sail’?), aprovechó que el \[…\] La entrada THE BARBARIANS OF CALIFORNIA – ‘Megatons’ se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Ghost Hounds Release “Pale Horse” Video and Single](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/21/ghost-hounds-release-pale-horse-video-and-single/) _2026-08-22 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Acclaimed Roots Rock Band Ghost Hounds Release "Pale Horse" Video and Single Cuntry-rock band Ghost Hounds released their new record Justified out now via Maple House Records. With this album, the acclaimed roots-rock band delivers its most fully realized statement yet, expanding its signature sound into a blend of timeless rock, vibrant soul, blues and \[Continue\] Continue reading Ghost Hounds… ## [Will Wilde Drops ‘Steppin’ Out’ New Single](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/21/will-wilde-drops-steppin-out-new-single/) _2026-08-21 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Will Wilde Drops 'Steppin' Out' New Single British blues-rock harmonica virtuoso Will Wilde returns with a blistering new take on "Steppin' Out," the classic Memphis Slim tune immortalized in the 1960s by John Mayall and Eric Clapton. Inspired to record the track after being invited to open for Eric Clapton at Sandringham Estate, Will delivers \[Continue\] Continue reading Will Wilde Drops ‘Steppin’… ## [De Elton John a Dying Fetus: Turnstile anuncian una versión reimaginada de ‘Never Enough’](https://www.rockzonemag.com/de-elton-john-a-dying-fetus-turnstile-anuncian-una-version-reimaginada-de-never-enough/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=de-elton-john-a-dying-fetus-turnstile-anuncian-una-version-reimaginada-de-never-enough) _2026-08-21 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Turnstile han anunciado Never Enough: Versions, una nueva reinterpretación de su último álbum que contará con una lista de colaboradores tan extensa como sorprendente. El disco se publicará el próximo \[…\] La entrada De Elton John a Dying Fetus: Turnstile anuncian una versión reimaginada de ‘Never Enough’ se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Joanne Shaw Taylor Drops ‘The Girl That You Loved Before’ New Single](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/21/joanne-shaw-taylor-drops-the-girl-that-you-loved-before-new-single/) _2026-08-21 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Photo credit: Alysse Gafkjen Joanne Shaw Taylor Drops 'The Girl That You Loved Before' New Single British blues-rock artist Joanne Shaw Taylor returns today with “The Girl That You Loved Before,” the latest single from her forthcoming studio album The Trouble With Love, due October 23rd via Journeyman Records. Released alongside a cinematic \[Continue\] Continue reading Joanne Shaw Taylor Drops ‘The… ## [Crónica – Amyl And The Sniffers (Barcelona)](https://www.rockzonemag.com/cronica-amyl-and-the-sniffers-barcelona/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cronica-amyl-and-the-sniffers-barcelona) _2026-08-21 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ FECHA: 19 DE AGOSTO DE 2026 LUGAR: RAZZMATAZZ (BARCELONA) PROMOTOR: PRIMAVERA SOUND Muchas veces competir contra uno mismo puede ser una mala jugada, aunque seas una banda todavía joven como \[…\] La entrada Crónica – Amyl And The Sniffers (Barcelona) se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [WEEZER – ‘Weezer (Gold Album)’](https://www.rockzonemag.com/weezer-weezer-gold-album-critica-disco-nuevo-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=weezer-weezer-gold-album-critica-disco-nuevo-review) _2026-08-21 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ A lo largo de los años, Weezer han enfocado algunos de sus discos como una especie de cosplay musical. Así, hemos tenido a los Weezer más poperos en Raditude, a \[…\] La entrada WEEZER – ‘Weezer (Gold Album)’ se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Unveils New Additions to 2026 Lineup](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/20/hardly-strictly-bluegrass-unveils-new-additions-to-2026-lineup/) _2026-08-20 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Photo Credit: Jay Blakesburg Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Unveils New Additions to 2026 Lineup Hardly Strictly Bluegrass (HSB) today shares new additions to its lineup for the 2026 edition in San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park from Friday, October 2, to Sunday, October 4. The free festival, now in its 26th year present a \[Continue\] Continue reading Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Unveils New Additions… ## [Review: Alabama Shakes ‘I Must Be Dreaming’](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/20/review-alabama-shakes-i-must-be-dreaming/) _2026-08-20 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Review: Alabama Shakes ‘I Must Be Dreaming’ By Hal Horowitz Apparently Alabama Shakes, after releasing two hit albums that nabbed four GRAMMY wins, and playing to large sheds, never officially disbanded. That likely comes as a revelation to most because the band hadn’t released an album or toured from 2017 till 2025. Additionally, lead singer/songwriter \[Continue\] Continue reading Review: Alabama… ## [Wolves In The Throne Room presentan su nuevo álbum: ‘Estuary’](https://www.rockzonemag.com/wolves-in-the-throne-room-presentan-su-nuevo-album-estuary/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wolves-in-the-throne-room-presentan-su-nuevo-album-estuary) _2026-08-20 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Wolves In The Throne Room han anunciado la publicación de Estuary, su primer álbum en cinco años. El grupo estadounidense de black metal lo editará el 23 de octubre a \[…\] La entrada Wolves In The Throne Room presentan su nuevo álbum: ‘Estuary’ se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Web Coding With AI, Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/brZxS8gFm7Kc) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control, open source. ## [ELECTRIC CALLBOY – ‘Tanzneid’](https://www.rockzonemag.com/electric-callboy-tanzneid/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=electric-callboy-tanzneid) _2026-08-20 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Aunque siempre haya sido algo inherente a los festivales de verano, la fiesta se ha convertido en uno de sus ingredientes principales. De un tiempo a esta parte (quizá aún \[…\] La entrada ELECTRIC CALLBOY – ‘Tanzneid’ se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Angelus Apatrida fichan por Napalm Records y lanzan nuevo single](https://www.rockzonemag.com/angelus-apatrida-fichan-por-napalm-records-y-lanzan-nuevo-single/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=angelus-apatrida-fichan-por-napalm-records-y-lanzan-nuevo-single) _2026-08-20 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Angelus Apatrida han anunciado su fichaje por Napalm Records, tras cerrar una etapa de más de una década en Century Media, sello con el que publicaron seis álbumes y dieron \[…\] La entrada Angelus Apatrida fichan por Napalm Records y lanzan nuevo single se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [La autobiografía póstuma de Jennifer Finch (L7) se publicará en enero](https://www.rockzonemag.com/la-autobiografia-postuma-de-jennifer-finch-l7-se-publicara-en-enero/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=la-autobiografia-postuma-de-jennifer-finch-l7-se-publicara-en-enero) _2026-08-20 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ El próximo 19 de enero se publicará Shooting Up and Making Out: A Memoir of My Life in LA and L7, la autobiografía que Jennifer Finch, bajista de L7 fallecida \[…\] La entrada La autobiografía póstuma de Jennifer Finch (L7) se publicará en enero se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Eli Paperboy Reed Drops Swamp Dogg-Produced Single “Like We Used To”](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/19/eli-paperboy-reed-drops-swamp-dogg-produced-single-like-we-used-to/) _2026-08-19 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Eli Paperboy Reed with Swamp Dogg (photo: Rosie Cohe) Eli Paperboy Reed Drops Swamp Dogg-Produced New Single "Like We Used To" Hailed as “the king of rhythm & soul” by Mojo, Eli Paperboy Reed made his way from Brookline, MA, to Clarksdale, MS, as a teenager, honing his chops while immersing himself in \[Continue\] Continue reading Eli Paperboy Reed Drops Swamp Dogg-Produced Single “Like We Used To”… ## [Erja Lyytinen Announces ’50th Birthday Live 2026′ Album](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/19/erja-lyytinen-announces-50th-birthday-live-2026-album/) _2026-08-19 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Erja Lyytinen Announces '50th Birthday Live 2026' Album Finland´s own “Queen of the Slide Guitar” Erja Lyytinen is celebrating her 50th Birthday with a lavish live album package consisting of a double CD, double vinyl and a full-length DVD, which was recorded at the prestigious House of Culture, known as “Kultsa” in Helsinki Finland on \[Continue\] Continue reading Erja Lyytinen Announces ’50th… ## [Review: Chris Pierce ‘Songs for the Heavy Hearted’](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/19/review-chris-pierce-songs-for-the-heavy-hearted/) _2026-08-19 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Review: Chris Pierce 'Songs for the Heavy Hearted' By Jim Hynes Kindhearted singer-songwriter Chris Pierce has one of those indelible, soulful voices that seeps right into your head and won’t let go. You may be hooked from his opening notes and be easily compelled to listen to his meaningful, healing songs. He is a voice \[Continue\] Continue reading Review: Chris Pierce ‘Songs for the Heavy… ## [Haywire anuncian ‘I Don’t Wanna Say Goodbye’, su debut para Roadrunner Records](https://www.rockzonemag.com/haywire-anuncian-i-dont-wanna-say-goodbye-su-debut-para-roadrunner-records/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=haywire-anuncian-i-dont-wanna-say-goodbye-su-debut-para-roadrunner-records) _2026-08-19 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Haywire han anunciado su fichaje por Roadrunner Records, sello con el que publicarán su nuevo álbum, I Don’t Wanna Say Goodbye, el próximo 2 de octubre. La banda de hardcore \[…\] La entrada Haywire anuncian ‘I Don’t Wanna Say Goodbye’, su debut para Roadrunner Records se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Down regresan con ‘Blood Oath’ y anuncian su primer disco en 19 años](https://www.rockzonemag.com/down-regresan-con-blood-oath-nuevo-disco-2026/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=down-regresan-con-blood-oath-nuevo-disco-2026) _2026-08-19 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Down están de vuelta con su primer material nuevo en 12 años y el anuncio de su primer disco desde III: Over The Under de 2007. ‘Blood Oath’ es el \[…\] La entrada Down regresan con ‘Blood Oath’ y anuncian su primer disco en 19 años se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [PHOEBE BRIDGERS – ‘Lost Weekend’](https://www.rockzonemag.com/phoebe-bridgers-lost-weekend-critica-disco-nuevo-review/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=phoebe-bridgers-lost-weekend-critica-disco-nuevo-review) _2026-08-19 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Aun tratándose de uno de los lanzamientos más esperados de este verano (y de todo 2026, si me apuran), Phoebe Bridgers ha conseguido algo cada vez menos habitual en el \[…\] La entrada PHOEBE BRIDGERS – ‘Lost Weekend’ se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Muere Frank Beard, batería de ZZ Top, a los 77 años](https://www.rockzonemag.com/muere-frank-beard-bateria-de-zz-top-a-los-77-anos/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=muere-frank-beard-bateria-de-zz-top-a-los-77-anos) _2026-08-19 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Frank Beard, batería de ZZ Top durante más de cinco décadas, ha muerto a los 77 años. El músico falleció el lunes 17 de agosto en su rancho de Richmond, \[…\] La entrada Muere Frank Beard, batería de ZZ Top, a los 77 años se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/GJl3lJtz3TLQ) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Deploy apps from your repo with auto-config, instant previews, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Frank Beard, Drummer for ZZ Top, Dies at 77](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/18/frank-beard-drummer-for-zz-top-dies-at-77/) _2026-08-18 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Photo credit: Birgit Fostervold Frank Beard, Drummer for ZZ Top, Dies at 77 Frank Beard, the longtime drummer for Texas rock band, ZZ Top, has died at the age of 77. Beard was in hospice when he passed away at his home in Richmond Texas, according to publicist Bob Merlis. On the ZZ \[Continue\] Continue reading Frank Beard, Drummer for ZZ Top, Dies at 77 at ROCK AND BLUES MUSE. ## [The 10th Annual Allman Betts Family Revival Tour: ‘A Decade of Revival’](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/18/the-10th-annual-allman-betts-family-revival-tour-a-decade-of-revival/) _2026-08-18 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Photo credit: Kaelan Barowsky. The 10th Annual Allman Betts Family Revival Tour: 'A Decade of Revival' presented by Gisbon Gibson, Devon Allman and Duane Betts announce the tenth year of the Allman Betts Family Revival Tour. Affectionately titled “A Decade of Revival” after the Allman Brothers Band album ‘A Decade of Hits 1969–1979’, \[Continue\] Continue reading The 10th Annual Allman Betts Family… ## [Fontaines D.C. anuncian ‘Dopamine Chamber’, su quinto álbum, con el single ‘Marianne’](https://www.rockzonemag.com/fontaines-d-c-anuncian-dopamine-chamber-su-quinto-album-con-el-single-marianne/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fontaines-d-c-anuncian-dopamine-chamber-su-quinto-album-con-el-single-marianne) _2026-08-18 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Fontaines D.C. ya tienen nuevo disco en el horizonte. La banda irlandesa publicará su quinto álbum de estudio, Dopamine Chamber, el próximo 16 de octubre a través de XL Recordings, \[…\] La entrada Fontaines D.C. anuncian ‘Dopamine Chamber’, su quinto álbum, con el single ‘Marianne’ se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Jake Karlik Band Announces Self-Titled Debut Shares New Single](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/17/jake-karlik-band-announces-self-titled-debut-shares-new-single/) _2026-08-17 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Photo by Sky Slater Jake Karlik Band Announces Self-Titled Debut Shares New Single "The Mountain" Tulsa-based Jake Karlik Band will release its self-titled album October 23 via Horton Records. “The Mountain” is a haunting Americana story about sacrifice, longing and the things we carry with us through life. The song follows a hardworking drifter \[Continue\] Continue reading Jake Karlik Band… ## [Review: Ray Wylie Hubbard ‘Reel 2 Reel 4 Real’](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/17/review-ray-wylie-hubbard-reel-2-reel-4-real/) _2026-08-17 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Review: Ray Wylie Hubbard ‘Reel 2 Reel 4 Real’ By Hal Horowitz One of the most intriguing features of being an 80 year-old singer/songwriter still composing songs is the acquisition of a lifetime of experience for material. That, among other aspects, makes octogenarian Texas troubadour Ray Wylie Hubbard’s new album, ‘Reel 2 Reel 4 Real’ \[Continue\] Continue reading Review: Ray Wylie Hubbard ‘Reel 2… ## [KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD – ‘Alien Metal’](https://www.rockzonemag.com/king-gizzard-the-lizard-wizard-alien-metal/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=king-gizzard-the-lizard-wizard-alien-metal) _2026-08-17 · RockZone1 · RockZone_ Estábamos avisados. Durante su residencia del año pasado en Barcelona, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard ya nos dejaron descolocados con su nuevo juguetito; una enorme mesa de sintetizadores modulares \[…\] La entrada KING GIZZARD & THE LIZARD WIZARD – ‘Alien Metal’ se publicó primero en RockZone . ## [Review: Joanna Connor ‘Live On 11/11’](https://rockandbluesmuse.com/2026/08/14/review-joanna-connor-live-on-11-11/) _2026-08-14 · Martine Ehrenclou · ROCK AND BLUES MUSE_ Review: Joanna Connor ‘Live On 11/11’ By Hal Horowitz As impressive as blues rocking guitarist Joanna Connor’s studio albums are, it’s onstage where she burns the brightest. Perhaps that’s why she has released a handful of live recordings after 1989s debut, the first being Living on the Road (1983). But it has been 16 years \[Continue\] Continue reading Review: Joanna Connor ‘Live On 11/11’ at ROCK… ## [Rocksmith+ adds Stone Temple Pilots and hints at future content in August](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-adds-stone-temple-pilots-metallica-opeth-ub40-neil-diamond-guitar-bass-piano-ps5/) _2026-08-07 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ Hello Rocksmith+ fans! This week Rocksmith+ added four songs from Stone Temple Pilots 1992 album Core. All the songs were previously in Rocksmith 2014 DLC so it’s nice to see them return! 🔥 Stone Temple Pilots just landed on Rocksmith+ with four tracks from Core: Sex Type Thing, Wicked Garden, Creep, and Plush.… The post Rocksmith+ adds Stone Temple Pilots and hints at future content in August… ## [BN ON THE COVER OF BLUES IN BRITAIN](https://www.bluenation.co.uk/news/bn-on-the-cover-of-blues-in-britain/) _2026-08-01 · Ron Murdoch · Blue Nation_ Delighted to be on the cover of Blues In Britain and featured inside! Order the magazine here https://www.bluesinbritain.org Huge thanks to BiB for the support and love they have shown us over the years. Stay Happy & Free Neil, Luke & Nick ## [BN STORM THE SUNDAY AT STEELHOUSE](https://www.bluenation.co.uk/news/bn-storm-the-sunday-at-steelhouse/) _2026-07-29 · Ron Murdoch · Blue Nation_ There is always something special about the final day of Steelhouse Festival. The coffee is a little stronger, the voices are a little rougher, and the mountain is full of festival-goers determined to squeeze every last second out of an unforgettable weekend. As the clock struck 12:15pm, Blue Nation took to the Main Stage with one mission—to make sure \[…\] ## [Never miss a game (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/xjnf1sSHu9KY) _2026-07-29 · **Sponsored**_ Follow any team; get an hour and one-minute web and email reminders. ## [Rocksmith+ adds July Mix Tape, and Rockin’ Covers](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-adds-july-mix-tape-and-rockin-covers-tyler-childers-lacuna-coil-ps5-guitar-bass-piano/) _2026-07-28 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ Hello Rocksmith fans! Since we last posted Rocksmith+ added more two more anthems (Spain and United Kingdom), a Mix Tape featuring Pure Prairie League, Stone Temple Pilots, Tyler Childers, and a cover of Rascal Flatts (Covering Tom Cochrane). … The post Rocksmith+ adds July Mix Tape, and Rockin’ Covers appeared first on The Riff Repeater . ## [VENUE UPGRADE – GLASGOW – G2](https://www.bluenation.co.uk/news/venue-upgrade-glasgow-g2/) _2026-07-24 · Ron Murdoch · Blue Nation_ The show at the Attic in Glasgow has been upgraded to the G2 – All tickets for The Attic are still valid and please be sure to come to the G2 on the 10th of September. It is in the same building so you wont have far 😉 Ruddy Heroes you Scots! ## [Rocksmith+ addresses the community, adds songs from Tom Petty, covers from The Police](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-addresses-the-community-adds-songs-from-tom-petty-covers-from-the-police-guitar-bass-piano-ps5/) _2026-07-17 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ Hello Rocksmith fans! Since we last posted Rocksmith+ added five tracks from Tom Petty, a few instrumental National Anthems to celebrate the World Cup (we assume), and covers from The Police. The real interesting news however is a blog post that came out on the morning of July 13th.… The post Rocksmith+ addresses the community, adds songs from Tom Petty, covers from The Police appeared first on… ## [Rocksmith+ ends June with Coldplay, Mix Tape, and Moar Metal](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-ends-june-with-coldplay-mix-tape-and-moar-metal-green-day-king-diamond-testament-guitar-bass-piano-ps5/) _2026-06-30 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ Hello Rocksmith fans! Since we last posted Rocksmith+ added a single from Coldplay to celebrate Father’s Day, Daddy. Following this was a June Mix Tape featuring returning artists Incubus, Cyndi Lauper, Green Day, and Orville Peck. … The post Rocksmith+ ends June with Coldplay, Mix Tape, and Moar Metal appeared first on The Riff Repeater . ## [BN TO PLAY GIBSON GARAGE – LONDON](https://www.bluenation.co.uk/news/bn-to-play-gibson-garage-london/) _2026-06-26 · Ron Murdoch · Blue Nation_ Join us at the #GibsonGarageLondon in July for our famous Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions. No ticket required, just turn up! On 21 July, we’ll be joined by Blue Nation Blue Nation. Serving up riff-rich, melodic blues-rock that feels both timeless and thrillingly fresh, their music is pipped to win over the world. Want to \[…\] ## [Rocksmith+ adds covers from Twenty One Pilots and full Bob Dylan album!](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-adds-covers-from-twenty-one-pilots-and-full-bob-dylan-album-blonde-on-blonde-guitar-bass-piano-ps5/) _2026-06-19 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ Hello Rocksmith fans! Since we last posted Rocksmith+ added three covers of Twenty One Pilots and yesterday a full album (14 tracks) from Bob Dylan Blonde on Blonde (1965). In addition to the new releases there was also some activity in the back catalog with a few new arrangements for Piano, Lead, and Bass.… The post Rocksmith+ adds covers from Twenty One Pilots and full Bob Dylan album! appeared… ## [BN TO PLAY STEELHOUSE VIP STAGE](https://www.bluenation.co.uk/news/bn-to-play-steelhouse-vip-stage/) _2026-06-17 · Ron Murdoch · Blue Nation_ THE STEELHOUSE VIP BIG TOP ACOUSTIC STAGE WITH PLANET ROCK IS BACK FOR SHXV!!! It proved so popular last year, we’re doing it again this year, only with more acts right across the STEELHOUSE weekend. Upgrade or purchase a SH VIP ticket along with your arena ticket and you too can gain access to our \[…\] ## [Rocksmith+ adds Variety, more Disturbed, and songs from WHAM!](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-adds-variety-more-disturbed-and-songs-from-wham-80s-guitar-bass-piano-metal-ps5/) _2026-06-10 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ Hello Rocksmith fans! Since we last posted Rocksmith+ added their May Mix Tape featuring Liam Gallagher, Robert Palmer, Camera Obscura, and a cover of Snow Patrol. Following that was an Indestructible 17 year anniversary release of four tracks off the Disturbed album, and finally to celebrate Pride Month two songs from WHAM!… The post Rocksmith+ adds Variety, more Disturbed, and songs from WHAM!… ## [BN & MARSHALL WORKING TOGETHER](https://www.bluenation.co.uk/news/bn-marshall-working-together/) _2026-06-07 · Ron Murdoch · Blue Nation_ We cannot beliebe we are saying this but we are over the moon to be part of the Marshall Amplification family. Marshall will be supporting us going forward with our amp needs. To be honest with you, this is an absolute dream come true to have Marshall in our corner. Joel and the team have \[…\] ## [“WATCH ME FLY” – THE NEW SINGLE](https://www.bluenation.co.uk/news/watch-me-fly-the-new-single/) _2026-06-05 · Ron Murdoch · Blue Nation_ Birmingham trio Blue Nation are set to release their brand-new EP ‘Wisdom for Pennies’ on July 24th and the first single ‘Watch Me Fly’, is out now on all streaming platforms. ‘Watch Me Fly’ reflects both personal growth and the band’s continued rise, showcasing their signature mix of raw energy, emotive songwriting, and modern blues-rock edge. It’s \[…\] ## [BN ENDORSED BY CHORD COMPANY](https://www.bluenation.co.uk/news/bn-endorsed-by-chord-company/) _2026-05-26 · Ron Murdoch · Blue Nation_ We are delighted to announce that Blue Nation is proudly endorsed by Chord Company! Over the next couple of months Blue Nation and the Chord Company are taking you behind the scenes of our sound. From instrument, speaker and power cables! We would like to thank all the team at Chord Company for having the \[…\] ## [Rocksmith+ adds songs from The Marías, Radiohead covers, and The Offspring](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-adds-songs-from-the-marias-radiohead-covers-and-the-offspring-snow-patrol-guitar-bass-piano-ps5/) _2026-05-22 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ Hello Rocksmith fans! Since we last posted Rocksmith+ added two singles from The Marías, three covers of Radiohead, and a surprising three drop of songs from The Offspring! We also received another delisting announcement with a few surprises on it.… The post Rocksmith+ adds songs from The Marías, Radiohead covers, and The Offspring appeared first on The Riff Repeater . ## [Robert Thurman – Are We There Yet?](https://rockingmagpie.wordpress.com/2026/05/22/robert-thurman-are-we-there-yet/) _2026-05-22 · rockingmagpie · The Rocking Magpie_ Robert ThurmanAre We There Yet?Self Release Beautiful, Yet Melancholic Blues/Folk That Paints Vivid Pictures in Your Head It’s been a long 9 months since I ‘retired’ from reviewing albums following a ‘bit of an episode’and a month ago, I was actually playing Robert’s previous release BURNING DAYLIGHT and wondering what he was up to now. … Continue reading Robert Thurman – Are We There Yet? ## [Chris Chalmers and The Souvenirs – Way Back Home](https://rockingmagpie.wordpress.com/2026/05/20/chris-chalmers-and-the-souvenirs-way-back-home/) _2026-05-20 · rockingmagpie · The Rocking Magpie_ Chris Chalmers and The SouvenirsWay Back HomeSelf-ReleaseIntimate and Powerful Southern Blues From Northern Ireland After first being introduced to it by my friend, the late lamented Bap Kennedy; I’ve had a soft spot for the vastly underrated Northern Irish music scene for nigh on 20 years now. One of my favourite discoveries was the band … Continue reading Chris Chalmers and The Souvenirs – Way… ## [Rocksmith+ adds more tracks from Royal Blood, Deftones, and hints at future content](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-adds-more-tracks-from-royal-blood-deftones-and-hints-at-future-content-marias-snow-patrol-camera-obscura-ps5-piano-guitar-bass/) _2026-05-06 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ Hello Rocksmith fans! Since we last posted Rocksmith+ added tracks from Royal Blood’s 2021 album Oblivion, and seven tracks from Deftones 2010 album Diamond Eyes. You may recall that we’ve been waiting for an Oblivion track to show up since 2024 (June)… 🎸 MORE ROYAL BLOOD ON ROCKSMITH+ 🎸 Two musicians, a wall of sound.… The post Rocksmith+ adds more tracks from Royal Blood, Deftones, and hints… ## [Rocksmith+ May 8th Song Drop Clue](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-may-8th-song-drop-clue/) _2026-05-05 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ … The post Rocksmith+ May 8th Song Drop Clue appeared first on The Riff Repeater . ## [Rocksmith+ brings more Linkin Park to the library](https://theriffrepeater.com/rocksmith-brings-more-linkin-park-to-the-library-let-you-fade-from-zero-emily-armstrong-guitar-bass-piano-ps5/) _2026-04-24 · Elliott · The Riff Repeater_ Hello Rocksmith fans! Well, so far there doesn’t seem to be a Friday song drop so let’s cover a very light three song week containing songs from Linkin Park including a track off their 2025 album (with Emily Armstrong), Let You Fade.… The post Rocksmith+ brings more Linkin Park to the library appeared first on The Riff Repeater . ## [Johnny Winter A ROCK & ROLL COLLECTION](https://rockingmagpie.wordpress.com/2026/04/01/johnny-winter-a-rock-roll-collection/) _2026-04-01 · rockingmagpie · The Rocking Magpie_ Johnny WinterA Rock & Roll CollectionRetroworld/Floating WorldFLOATD 6486 A Fitting Tribute To a Texan Blues Rock Legend Does the world need another Johnny Winter ‘Retrospective’ release?As a fan since the early 1970’s my answer is YES … and no, too. I’m not being difficult, but I’m waiting for a definitive album featuring the best of … Continue reading Johnny Winter A ROCK & ROLL COLLECTION ## [Michael Weston King – NOTHING CAN HURT ME ANYMORE](https://rockingmagpie.wordpress.com/2026/03/30/michael-weston-king-nothing-can-hurt-me-anymore/) _2026-03-30 · rockingmagpie · The Rocking Magpie_ Michael Weston King Nothing Can Hurt Me Anymore Continental Song City Emotionally, Tragically Raw Set of Beautiful Songs After 20 years writing reviews for a number of publications, websites and ultimately my very own The Rocking Magpie I ‘retired’ from reviewing in the Summer of 2025. In the interim period I’ve done plenty of hill … Continue reading Michael Weston King – NOTHING CAN HURT ME… ## [BN added to NWOCR in September!](https://www.bluenation.co.uk/news/bn-added-to-nwocr-in-september/) _2026-03-27 · Ron Murdoch · Blue Nation_ September we head to Wolverhampton to play NWOCR Festival 5! Under 14s can also attend this festival! so place check out the ticket link for all the information