Song Premiere: Sugaray Rayford “Please Take My Hand”
Relix magazine premieres “Please Take My Hand” from In Too Deep, which is currently available for pre-order. Here Rayford gives voice to people who have faced struggles with oppression. He tells Relix, “This song is about unity regardless of color religion race or creed. We all live on the same planet so we are all brothers and sisters. Please take my hand.”
Song Premiere: John Mayall “Can’t Take No More” (Feat. Marcus King)
“Since I was a child I remember John Mayall’s name being mentioned with great reverence around our household, this colossal blues titan. I felt so honored to be asked to perform on his most recent work, one of the greatest pleasures and highlights of my career.” - Marcus King
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Sam Morrow Shares Funk-Infused New Single ‘This Town’ [EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE]
Sam Morrow brings a soulful blend of country, funk, blues and rock in his latest single "This Town." The brand-new song is premiering exclusively with The Boot;
Listen: https://youtu.be/9PBTEnitAL4
World Premiere: Sugaray Rayford finds the “Invisible Soldier”
“Invisible Soldier” is a musical expression of the battles that our troops fight long after the guns fall silent. Check out the World Premiere of Sugaray Rayford’s “Invisible Soldier” here
John Mayall Teams Up with Heartbreaker Mike Campbell
The Sun Is Shining Down features collaborations with former Heartbreakers guitarist Mike Campbell, blues-Americana singer-guitarist Marcus King, country singer-songwriter Buddy Miller, and violinist Scarlet Rivera, best known for her work with Bob Dylan during his Rolling Thunder Revue period. Mayall is previewing the album with his Campbell hookup, “Chills & Thrills,” a stomper that barrels down the blues-rock highway, fueled by Campbell’s lead guitar. - Rolling Stone
Sugaray Rayford Releases Explosive New Single
Texas-born singer/songwriter Sugaray Rayford (né Caron Nimoy “Sugaray” Rayford) embodies soul music. Physically, at a towering height of six feet and five inches, Rayford’s voice emerges with a depth that few can replicate. Spiritually, Rayford’s lyrics lean into his gospel and blues influences while embracing today’s sentiments.
Sam Morrow Releases Video for “Money Ain’t A Thing”
“A ballsy everyman ethos that’s the mirror image of Skynyrd’s ‘Workin’ For MCA’” (Farce the Music)
John Mayall Pairs With Buddy Miller With Cover “I’m As Good As Gone”
On his latest single, a buoyant cover of Grammy winner Bobby Rush’s classic cut “I’m As Good as Gone,” the Godfather of British Blues collaborates with American legend Buddy Miller on lead baritone guitar with Mayall mixing it up on Hammond B3 organ.
Rolling Stone Review of Sam Morrow “Gettin’ by on Gettin’ Down”
Morrow eschews many of those obvious classic-country references on his new album Gettin’ By on Gettin’ Down, leaning harder on his deep funk and classic-rock influences. The result is a sinewy, head-nodding listen that attempts to put a pin in some of the outlaw chatter but one that still demands to be played loud at parties.
VIDEO PREMIERE: The Claudettes Pay Haunting Tribute to a Legendary Comedian with “Different Drugs (Song for Bill Hicks)”
The Claudettes fuse Chicago piano blues with the full-throttle energy of rockabilly and punk and the sultriness of ’60s soul to write a thrilling new chapter in American roots music.
Soul Blues' Sugaray Rayford Delivers a "Homemade Disaster" (premiere + Q&A)
Sugaray Rayford delivers his latest single, "Homemade Disaster" on 7 August. The song finds the Arizona-based vocalist in fine form. His Muddy Waters-crossed with-Otis Redding singing approach is front and center on a track that will appeal to fans of Gary Clark Jr. and Chicano Batman.
Rolling Stone: Sam Morrow Previews New Album With Strutting ‘Rosarita’
Sam Morrow doubles down on the muscular country-funk of his 2018 album Concrete and Mud with “Rosarita,” the first release from the California performer’s upcoming LP. Titled Gettin’ By on Gettin’ Down, the project is due October 30th via Forty Below Records.
John Mayall Performs for Peter Green Tribute
February 25th London, John Mayall participated in a concert for the ages - A celebration of former Bluesbreaker/Fleetwood Mac founder Peter Green. Hosted by Mick Fleetwood and including members of The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, The Who, Oasis, ZZ Top, Metallica, Crowded House and many, many more. A truly be epic evening!
The Claudettes Shut It Down In 'Declined' Video: Premiere
The Claudettes' new track "Declined," whose video is premiering exclusively below, could be an anthem for the #MeToo era. But keyboardist Johnny Iguana says the song, from the quartet's upcoming High Times in the Dark album, actually preceded the movement.
The Claudettes Sign to Forty Below Records
Punk-blues piano, garage-soul guitars and booming drums still leave plenty of space for Berit Ulseth’s gorgeous vocals as Grammy-winning producer Ted Hutt creates an inviting wall of sound on the band’s most compelling album yet.
Forty Below President Eric Corne Earns Blues Music Award Nomination
TOP NOMINEES RICK ESTRIN & THE NIGHTCATS, CHRISTONE “KINGFISH” INGRAM, BILLY BRANCH, SUGARAY RAYFORD, AND THE CASH BOX KINGS HOPE TO REIGN AT THE 41st ANNUAL BLUES MUSIC AWARDS The winners will be revealed at The Blues Foundation-hosted gala ceremonyin Memphis, TN on May 7, 2020
Sugaray Rayford Earns Grammy Nomination For Best Contemporary Blues Album
Sugaray Rayford, a rising star in the international Blues community, has been nominated for a Grammy Award for his critically acclaimed album, Somebody Save Me, which was released this past March on Forty Below Records.