Incoming! Joanne Shaw Taylor

NEW STUDIO ALBUM "HEAVY SOUL"
RELEASES JUNE 7TH ON JOURNEYMAN RECORDS

LATEST SINGLE "HEAVY SOUL" DELVES INTO THE DEPTHS OF EMOTIONAL STRUGGLES WITH ITS POWERFUL LYRICS AND SOUL-STIRRING MELODIES

Joanne Shaw Taylor, the chart-topping British blues-rock guitarist, is set to enchant the music world with her latest studio album, Heavy Soul, produced by Kevin Shirley (Black Crowes, Journey, Aerosmith). Heavy Soul is set to release on June 7th through Joe Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records.

Pre-order the new album from https://bit.ly/OrderHeavySoul.

In anticipation, Joanne unveils her poignant new single, "Heavy Soul," a compelling track that explores the weight of emotional burdens with profound depth. The single is now available to stream HERE. Watch the official music video for the “Heavy Soul” single HERE.

Joanne Shaw Taylor, recognized for her exceptional guitar skills and powerful songwriting, continues her ascent in the music world with this new release. Her journey, which began at the age of 16 when discovered by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics, has seen her garner accolades from music icons like Stevie Wonder and Annie Lennox. Following the success of albums like Reckless Heart, The Blues Album, and Nobody's Fool, Joanne's Heavy Soul is poised to be another landmark in her illustrious career.

Heavy Soul emerges from Joanne's creative vision of bridging the gap between her previous album Nobody's Fool and her blues origins. The album promises a fusion of contemporary soul-pop with traditional blues roots. The album features an array of accomplished musicians, including Anton Fig, Alison Presswood, and Rob McNelley blending their unique talents to create an unforgettable musical experience. 

Reflecting on the creation of Heavy Soul, Joanne shares, "For me, it was about connecting the dots from 'Nobody's Fool' back into the blues... It's a mix of contemporary soul-pop and roots music.”

"Heavy Soul," the title track, resonates with Joanne's emotive vocals and rich guitar riffs. The single showcases her skill in blending traditional blues with dynamic rhythms and melodies.

CD Track Listing

1. Sweet ‘Lil Lies

2. All The Way From America

3. Black Magic

4. Drowning In A Sea Of Love

5. A Good Goodbye

6. Heavy Soul

7. Wild Love

8. Someone Like You

9. Devil In Me

10. Change Of Heart

Fans can also look forward to Joanne's Spring U.S. 2024 Tour, where she will treat audiences to her latest hits and classic anthems. The tour, spanning across the East Coast and Southeast, starts in Virginia Beach, VA, on March 29th, and concludes in Skokie, IL, on May 3rd.

For more information about the new album, single, and tour dates, visit joanneshawtaylor.com.

JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR – FEBRUARY 2024 UK TOUR DATES

Tickets available from www.joanneshawtaylor.com/tour

Special guest: Connor Selby

Saturday, February 17 -  Royal Northern College of Music - Manchester

Sunday, February 18 -  Queen Margaret Union -   Glasgow

Monday, February 19 - City Varieties Music Hall  - Leeds

Wednesday, February 21 -  The Fire Station -  Sunderland

Thursday, February 22 - Indigo at The O2 - London

Friday, February 23 - The Wulfrun - Wolverhampton

Sunday, February 25 - The Waterfront - Norwich

Monday, February 26 - De La Warr Pavilion - Bexhill

Wednesday, February 28 - The Apex - Bury St Edmunds

Thursday, February 29 - Palace Theatre - Southend

JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR – 2024 US TOUR DATES

Tickets available from www.joanneshawtaylor.com/tour

Friday, March 29 - Virginia Beach, VA – The Sandler Center

Saturday, March 30 - Greenville, SC – Peace Center

Monday, April 1 - Franklin, TN – The Franklin Theatre

Thursday, April 4 - Montgomery, AL – Montgomery Performing Arts Centre

Friday, April 5 - Macon, GA – Capitol Theatre

Tuesday, April 9 - Fort Lauderdale, FL – The Parker

Thursday, April 11 - Cornelius, NC – Cain Center for the Arts

Friday, April 12 - Annapolis, MD – Rams Head On Stage

Saturday, April 13 - Riverhead, NY – The Suffolk

Monday, April 15 - Homer, NY – Center for the Arts of Homer

Tuesday, April 16 - Old Saybrook, CT – The Kate

Thursday, April 18 - Portsmouth, NH – Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club

Friday, April 19 - Great Barrington, MA – Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

Saturday, April 20 - Sellersville, PA – Sellersville Theater

Tuesday, April 23 - Red Bank, NJ – The Vogel

Thursday, April 25 - State College, PA – The State Theatre

Friday, April 26 - Hagerstown, MD – The Maryland Theatre

Sunday, April 28 - Royal Oak, MI – Royal Oak Music Theatre

Monday, April 29 - Kent, OH – The Kent Stage

Wednesday, May 1 - Pittsburgh, PA – Byham Theater

Thursday, May 2 - Frankfort, KY – The Grand Theatre

Friday, May 3 - Skokie, IL – North Shore Center in Skokie

ABOUT JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR

Joanne Shaw Taylor, discovered at 16 by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics, quickly ascended as one of the world's leading rock guitarists. Championed by legends like Stevie Wonder, Annie Lennox, and Joe Bonamassa, her powerful songwriting, and distinct vocals first captivated audiences with her 2009 debut, White Sugar. Over the years, Joanne has released numerous acclaimed albums, including the UK Top 20 hit Reckless Heart and the #1 Billboard Blues Chart toppers The Blues Album and Blues From The Heart Live. Her most recent studio album, Nobody's Fool, launched under Bonamassa’s Journeyman Records in 2022, showcases collaborations with industry icons and highlights her continually evolving artistry. Currently on tour, Joanne remains an influential force in blues rock, eagerly anticipating her next album release.