Blues Rock Review

Blues Rock Review started in 2010 and became fully operational in May 2011. Located in the United States, we have a team of writers from all around the world dedicated to highlighting the best talent in the Blues Rock genre. At Blues Rock Review, you can explore reviews, interviews, videos, and a variety of content showcasing the finest artists in Blues Rock. We are passionate about discovering and sharing the incredible musicians in this genre, and we strive to connect you with their music.

International

English

Online/Digital

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

#341072

United States

#177986

Arts and Entertainment/Music

#2372

Traffic sources

Monthly visitors

Articles

Tony Holiday: Keep Your Head Up Review

2 weeks ago | bluesrockreview.com | Fidel Beserra

Tony Holiday has built his career around community. Since moving from Salt Lake City to Memphis in 2017, he has become a key player in the city’s soul blues revival, surrounding himself with like-minded musicians and drawing from the region’s deep musical roots. His latest album, Keep Your Head Up, is a testament to this collaborative spirit, an eight-track collection blending blues, soul, and rock, recorded between Memphis and Los Angeles.
Switchfoot’s Buddy Guy Collaboration Delivers ‘Full-Circle Moment’

3 weeks ago | bluesrockreview.com | Meghan Roos

The first time Jon Foreman attended a Buddy Guy concert, he was a teenager mostly interested in punk rock who only knew a handful of blues songs and artists. But watching the Chicago legend onstage—a show at which B.B. King also performed—changed something for Foreman, who went on to launch Switchfoot as the alternative rock group’s lead singer and guitarist.
Popa Chubby And Friends: I Love Freddie King Review

1 month ago | bluesrockreview.com | Fidel Beserra

Popa Chubby’s I Love Freddie King is exactly what the title suggests—a heartfelt tribute to one of the most influential blues guitarists ever. With an all-star lineup that includes Joe Bonamassa, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Mike Zito, and more, the album runs through some of King’s best work with a mix of reverence and revitalization. Known for his incendiary guitar work and no-nonsense, hard-hitting style, Popa Chubby has spent decades carving out his own space in the blues rock world.
10 Blues Rock Tracks For A Chill Night In

1 month ago | bluesrockreview.com | Fidel Beserra

Sometimes, the perfect way to unwind is with music that captures the mood of a quiet evening. While blues rock can be energetic and fast-paced, this selection focuses on its more soothing side, with warm guitar tones, smooth phrasing, and tender vocal deliveries. If you are reflecting on the day or simply enjoying a peaceful moment after hours, these ten tracks create an ideal soundtrack for a laidback night in.
The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band: Honeysuckle Review

2 months ago | bluesrockreview.com | Fidel Beserra

There’s something deeply satisfying about a record that knows exactly what it wants to be. Honeysuckle, the latest offering from The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, is an unapologetic, foot-stomping showcase of rugged bluegrass, country, and blues. Armed with signature fingerpicking, driving rhythms, and a competent backing band, Peyton delivers a batch of infectious tunes. The album kicks off with the title track, a formidable bluegrass number that sets the tone right away.
Tommy Castro Praises 'Tight-Knit' Blues Community Amid LA Fires

Jan 16, 2025 | bluesrockreview.com | Meghan Roos

It is often in times of tragedy that communities pull together to help those in need. As wildfires continue burning in Los Angeles, Calif., the collection of artists who dedicate their careers to the blues are no different. “The blues community is pretty tight-knit,” Tommy Castro said during a recent interview with Blues Rock Review. “Any one of us needs help, everybody comes together. And it’s really cool.
Top 10 Robert Cray Albums

Jan 15, 2025 | bluesrockreview.com | Fidel Beserra

Renowned for his smooth vocals, sultry soul-inspired guitar playing and vivid lyricism, Robert Cray stands as one of the most influential figures in modern blues. Born in Columbus, Georgia, in 1953, Cray grew up immersed in music, drawing inspiration from legends like Albert Collins, Freddie King, and Otis Redding. By the late 1970s, Cray had formed the Robert Cray Band, marking the beginning of a prolific career that would redefine the genre’ contemporary scene.
Top 10 Jeff Healey Albums

Dec 29, 2024 | bluesrockreview.com | Fidel Beserra

Canadian guitarist Jeff Healey (1966-2008) was a singular talent in the world of blues rock, blending technical brilliance with emotionally resonant songwriting. Blind since the age of one, Healey’s distinctive style of playing, with the guitar flat on his lap, contributed to his unique tone and unorthodox yet supremely tasteful lead work.
Grammy Nominee Sue Foley Is ‘All About the Work’

Dec 10, 2024 | bluesrockreview.com | Meghan Roos

When Sue Foley released her latest album One Guitar Woman via Stony Plain Records back in March, it emerged as a project that was completely different from anything she’d tackled before. The album, which paid tribute to influential female guitarists through 11 covers and one original, showed Foley stepping away from electric guitar and instead recording every track using the same nylon-string instrument.
Lions In The Street: Moving Along Review

Nov 26, 2024 | bluesrockreview.com | Fidel Beserra

Lions In The Street’s new album Moving Along is an unflinching showcase of perseverance. The Canadian/Californian band has navigated a career full of sharp turns—burned by industry politics, shadowed by personal hardship, yet fueled by a burning love for music. Their first full-length release in years showcases not just survival but a triumphant roar back into the contemporary rock scene.