Prepare to be enthralled by Joe Bonamassa’s musical genius as he unveils a unique rendition of ‘Ball Peen Hammer‘ from his much-anticipated live album, Live at the Hollywood Bowl with Orchestra, slated for release on June 21st. This rendition, accompanied by a 40-piece orchestra, adds a majestic touch to the song’s raw emotional essence, promising listeners a unique experience.
Originally immortalised by Bonamassa on his 2007 album Sloe Gin, ‘Ball Peen Hammer’ tells a poignant tale of resilience and hope amidst hardship. Bonamassa captures the song’s essence with this live version, paying tribute to Chris Whitley’s underappreciated genius while introducing it to a broader audience.
Reflecting on Whitley’s influence, Bonamassa shared, “He doesn’t get a lot of credit but he’s one of the great songwriters and guitarists that I ever have run across. My tribute to Chris Whitley is deeply rooted.” The release of ‘Ball Peen Hammer’ follows the success of ‘The Last Matador of Bayonne,’ another highlight from Live at the Hollywood Bowl with Orchestra, which has already garnered nearly 600,000 views on YouTube.
Each song on the album has been carefully selected to showcase the depth and breadth of Bonamassa’s musical influences, highlighting his ability to fuse blues, rock, and orchestral elements into a compelling narrative soundscape. “Very few gigs represent my journey in music more than the Hollywood Bowl,” reminisces Bonamassa. “The orchestra and the sheer scale of the event and venue is something I will never forget.“
Don’t miss the chance to be part of Joe Bonamassa’s ‘Blues Deluxe Tour’ in the U.S. this summer, a celebration of the iconic albums Blues Deluxe and Blues Deluxe Vol. 2. With tour dates spanning from Selbyville, DE, to Hampton Beach, NH, fans can anticipate a thrilling mix of classics and deep tracks performed live for the first time, accompanied by a band of top-notch musicians.
Bonamassa’s impact on the blues-rock genre is undeniable. Hailed as “the world’s biggest blues guitarist” by Guitar World, he has captivated audiences around the globe with his dynamic live performances and musical ingenuity. As he continues pushing his craft’s boundaries, Bonamassa remains a driving force in keeping the blues alive and thriving.
Stay tuned for the release of Live at the Hollywood Bowl with Orchestra on June 21st, and catch Joe Bonamassa live on his ‘Blues Deluxe Tour’ this summer. For more information and updates, visit www.jbonamassa.com.
SUMMER TOUR
May 5th – New Orleans, LA – New Orleans Jazz Fest
June 14th – Kent, UK – Black Deer Festiva
June 15th – Basingstoke, U.K. – The Anvil
June 20th – Rio De Janeiro, B.R. – Best of Blues & Rock Fest – Vivo Rio
June 22nd – Sao Paulo, BR – Best of Blues & Rock Fest – Ibirapuera Parque
June 24th – Curita, BR – Best of Blues & Rock Fest – Live Curitiba
U.S. SUMMER – BLUES DELUXE TOUR
July 17th – Selbyville, DE – Freeman Arts Pavilion *
July 18th – Patchogue, NY – Great South Bay Music Festival *
July 19th – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater
August 2nd – Albuquerque, NM – Sandia Resort & Casino
August 4th – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre
August 6th – Omaha, NE – Orpheum Theater
August 8th – Topeka, KS – Topeka Performing Arts Center
August 9th – Durant, OK – Choctaw Grand Theater
August 10th – Jackson, MS – Thalia Mara Hall
August 12th – Birmingham, AL – BJCC Concert Hall
August 14th – Charleston, SC – North Charleston Performing Arts Center
August 16th – Evansville, IN – Old National Events Plaza
August 17th – Indianapolis, IN – Murat Theatre at Old National Centre
August 18th – Nashville, TN – Ryman Auditorium
August 20th – Kettering, OH – Fraze Pavilion
August 21st – Hershey, PA – Hershey Theatre
August 23rd – Port Chester, NY – The Capitol Theatre
August 24th – Port Chester, NY – The Capitol Theatre
August 25th – Rochester, NY – West Herr Auditorium Theatre
August 27th – Albany, NY – Palace Theatre
August 29th – Hyannis, MA – Cape Cod Melody Tent
August 30th – Hampton Beach, NH – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
August 31st – Hampton Beach, NH – Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom
September 15th – Telluride, CO – Telluride Blues & Brew Festival *
*Not part of the Blues Deluxe Tour
U.S. FALL TOUR
October 28th – Santa Barbara, CA -The Granada Theatre
October 30th – Rancho Mirage, CA – The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage
November 1st – Tucson, AZ – The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall
November 2nd – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
November 3rd – Long Beach, CA – Terrace Theater
November 5th – San Diego, CA – San Diego Civic Theatre
November 7th – San Jose, CA – San Jose Civic
November 8th – Sacramento, CA – SAFE Credit Union Convention Center
November 9th – Reno, NV – Grand Theatre
November 12th – Portland, OR – Keller Auditorium
November 13th – Boise, ID – Morrison Center
November 16th – Salt Lake City, UT – Eccles Theater
November 17th -Cheyenne, WY – Cheyenne Civic Center
November 19th – Park City, KS – Hartman Arena
November 20th – Springfield, MO – Juanita K. Hammons Hall
November 22nd – Minneapolis, MN – State Theatre
November 23rd – Minneapolis, MN – State Theatre
November 26th – Springfield, IL – UIS Performing Arts Center
November 27th- Appleton, WI -Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
November 29th – Davenport, IA – Adler Theatre
November 30th – Des Moines, IA – Des Moines Civic Center
