Rambling Man's Reviews

Photo Credit: Chris Griffiths of Riff Photos Interview conducted by Anselm Anderson Good evening, Ross. Congratulations on your latest release, The Blood and the Blues. How has the reception been so far? Ross – Thank you kindly. It’s been good so far. I feel like my music is slow-burning. It may take time to resonate with the right audiences, but when it does, it’s potent. It sits in an in-between place between Blues audiences and fans of darker types of music. The lyrical content can be heavy, uncomfortable at times. It’s art. This makes it slightly niche, I guess. It’s not for everyone, and I am at peace with that. People have come back to my shows, bought the album, and I’m seeing audiences build up all over the UK, so clearly something is working. The album was released in November, providing listeners with a few months to engage with it. Could you elaborate on how the album will connect with your forthcoming UK tour? Ross – The overarching motif of my whole creative process at ...

Photo Courtesy of Chris Griffiths/Riff Photos   Edited by Anselm Anderson Today, Award-winning Blues-Rock guitarist Ross Harding Announced New 2026 Live Dates for ‘ The Blood & The Blues’ UK Tour, which will see him continue to take his darker bluesy rock & roll throughout the UK in 2026.   Ross Harding had a successful 2024, performing throughout the UK in cities such as Newcastle , Glasgow , Bracknell , London , Southampton , Woking , and Kingsbridge . He showcased his talent in various formats, including Solo Acoustic , Unplugged Band , and Full Electric Band . The full electric band performances will now be held under the name “Ross Harding & The Dark Blues.” However, the exceptional musicianship, captivating songs, and distinctive dark blues rock sound will continue to shine.  ‘The Blood and The Blues’ UK Tour will begin with live dates from late January 2026 onwards. New dates are set to be announced once confirmed, so keep an eye on Ross’s socia...

Photo Courtesy of Chelsea Spigler Edited by Anselm Anderson  Paulie Boy Blues & The Yorkshire Puddings have confirmed that two new dates have been added to their January 2026 UK Tour . These are on Wednesday, 21st January 2026, at The Eagle Inn in Manchester and Thursday, 22nd January 2026, at Round The Corner in Liverpool . Additionally, they have released two new live singles on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music to give fans a flavour of what to expect from the shows. The two tracks are ‘ When The Levee Breaks (When You Got A Good Friend) and ‘ Early One Morning ’, were recorded Live at The 8x10 in Baltimore , MD , in the United States. These live recordings offer a taste of the raw energy and power fans can expect from the upcoming tour. Jim Viner (Bass), Atlanick Young (Keys) and Rael Griffen (Drums) joined the band for these live tracks. Paulie Boy Blues has solidified his name as one of the most exciting names in the modern blues rock scene, fo...

Photo courtesy of Isiah Mays Rising blues guitarist Malina Moye has announced a five-date tour of the UK for next year, alongside Danielle Nicole . The 'Love You Bleed/Dirty Tour' begins on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026, at The 1865 in Southampton . Malina Moye commented  about the January 2026 UK Tour : "I’m so excited to tour the UK, I can't wait to play my music, meet everyone and have a great time. I promise a high-energy, impactful, fun night." The five-date UK tour will begin on Wednesday 7 th January 2026 at The 1865 in Southampton followed by a date at The January Blues Festival 2026 at London ’s 229 on Thursday 8 th January, The Robin 2 in Wolverhampton on Saturday 10 th January, Band On The Wall in Manchester on Sunday 11 th January and then will wrap things up on Tuesday 13 th January at La Belle Angele in Edinburgh, Scotland . Malina Moye is an acclaimed singer-songwriter and innovative left-handed guitarist, recognised as one of th...

,  Words by Anselm Anderson A couple of weeks ago, Female-fronted rock act Luna Marble released their much-anticipated self-titled debut album . The album marks a turning point for the quartet as they embark on a new journey in their blossoming career. The band combines 70s-tinged psychedelic rock with energy, passion, and raw emotion, as part of a collection of songs recorded earlier in their career. Inspired by icons like Pink Floyd , Led Zeppelin and co, they formed five years ago in Manchester, England . They are led by the commanding vocals of Maria Rico , the cosmic flair of guitarist Dragos Colceriu , bassist David Grundy , and drummer Sean Stewart . Luna Marble was mastered by Jimmy Spencer at various locations in Manchester, including Salford University . The album aims to establish the band's identity, starting with the opening track " Running ," which delivers a breath of fresh air through thunderous blues riffs and powerful vocals. This song stands out w...