Smoking Martha's debut album 'In Deep' (complete with bonus tracks) gets its UK/European official release on Friday 9th November via Bad Reputation Records. The Aussie Alternative Rock band (today's Track Of The Day) has also announced a run of UK shows including London's The Black Heart on Friday 30th November. Hailing from Brisbane/Gold Coast, their debut album is brimming with hooky riffs and alluring smoky vocals. Recorded at Loose Stone Studios with Matthew Bartlem (Matt Corby, Dead Letter Circus) in the producer’s chair, it perfectly encapsulates the bands heavy hitting, but versatile sound. Softer tracks like 'Baby Let Me Go' showcase the band’s ability to go from chugging riffs of 'One Night' to a song led by Tasha D’s huge vocal range layered with strings and a delicate acoustic guitar. Combine all this with a stack of shows impressing audiences with the likes of Wolfmother, Thunder, Seether, Hardcore Superstar, Fuel, Everclear, P.O.D., Cherie Currie (The Runaways) and more, Smoking Martha continues to grow their fanbase and the potency of an intense reputation as one of Australia's must see Rock bands live in the UK this November.

Fresh from the first half of their 'There's The Rub' vintage years of Wishbone Ash tour earlier this year, Martin Turner (Video Of The Day) and his band return to the concert stage tonight with the second half of the vintage years tour, beginning at Chislehurst's Beaverwood Club, to perform another classic album – 'The Vintage Years'. Indeed Wishbone Ash released their Deluxe 30 CD Box Set 'The Vintage Years' in April and with millions of album sales and concert attendances worldwide, Wishbone Ash's heritage as one of the most enduring and best loved British Rock acts is assured. Classic album releases such as 'Pilgrimage', 'New England' and 'Live Dates' defined the Wishbone Ash sound and have touched the hearts of several generations of music fans. Martin Turner, the definitive voice, creative force and founding member of the British Rock legends, continues to perform the band's best loved works with his current line-up - guitarists Danny Willson and Misha Nikolic and drummer Tim Brown - and remains faithful to the original Wishbone Ash blueprint.

Having sold out the iconic London Palladium 10 months in advance, renowned Space Rock band Hawkwind consequently added further UK dates for their brand new concept show ‘In Search of Utopia - Infinity and Beyond’. For the very first time in their illustrious career, the band will be joined by a live orchestra in what promises to be amongst their most exciting and ambitious live concerts to date. Kicking off the tour at Leeds Town Hall on Thursday 18th October, they complete their five day schedule with a second gig at the Palladium on Monday 5th November. The score for the show is produced by the legendary Mike Batt. Known as both the man who discovered Katie Melua and the musical mastermind behind The Wombles, he has had a stellar career across radio, film and TV working with musicians such as Roger Daltrey, Lemmy, Status Quo and Huey Lewis. He has also has conducted some of the world’s greatest orchestras including the London Symphony and Royal Philharmonic.

"The influences of last year’s excellent fourth album from Black Country Communion can be clearly heard on ‘Molly O’. The tale of a sinking ship and its fatalities, including the title character, with “her suitcase full of redemption”, It could almost be described as a Rocky/Blues sea shanty. From the waves and creaking ship intro through to its heavy riff and storming solo, this story driven song is an early highlight and should be placed firmly in the “Must Hear Live” file." Today read Phil C's complete take here on Joe Bonamassa's new 'Redemption' CD which is due to be released on Friday 21st September plus check out our Video Of The Day.

Halfway through their UK tour, Jawbone stop of at London's O2 Academy Islington tonight, before the Arlington, Newbury, tomorrow and The Chichester Inn, Chichester, this Saturday 14th September. They are a new and exciting London-based four piece band featuring established solo artists including Paddy Milner (keyboards, vocals), Marcus Bonfanti (guitar, vocals), Rex Horan (bass, vocals) and Evan Jenkins (drums, percussion). The band members have played with everyone from Tom Jones, Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce, Ten Years After, Van Morrison, Robert Plant, Dave Gilmour, Seth Lakeman, Ginger Baker, Ronnie Wood, Shuggie Otis, Laura Marling, Phil Manzanera, Garth Hudson and many more. In January 2018, Jawbone were chosen to back Eric Clapton, Van Morrison and Tom Jones at Paul Jones’ legendary charity show at G-Live in Guildford, gaining rave reviews from the artists involved and the sell-out audience alike.

Ocean Alley return to Europe this month for a run of headline shows and festivals, which sees the band play shows in Germany, Netherlands, France and across the UK including London's Hoxton Square Bar tonight, as well as playing in Belgium for the first time. Hailing from Sydney’s Northern Beaches, they have captivated audiences around the country with their infectious melody lines and memorable blend of Psychedelic-Surf-Rock. Their acclaimed second album 'Chiaroscuro' debuted at #15 on the ARIA Chart and was awarded the coveted Triple J Feature Album. The band recently headlined across North America for the first time, before heading back to Australia in July for the world-renowned Splendour In The Grass festival.

We were privileged enough to interview Martin Barre in London's West End yesterday! Best known as guitarist in Jethro Tull - one of the biggest selling Prog bands of all time - Martin releases his new solo album 'Roads Less Travelled' on Garage Records on Friday 5th October. Barre has developed his own distinctive style within the framework of Jethro Tull, and his instantly recognizable and original sound form the basis of this album. 'Roads Less Travelled' features 11 original tracks by Barre, which reflect the last 50 years of his esteemed musical career. While all the songs showcase his exceptional electric guitar, acoustic guitar and mandolin playing, the Martin Barre Band also shine throughout. A long-time resident of Devon, Barre’s band features several local musicians including Dan Crisp (vocals), Alan Thompson (bass/fretless bass), Darby Todd (drums), Becca Langsford (vocals/backing vocals), Josiah J (percussion/hammond), Aaron Graham (drums), Alex Hart (vocals/backing vocals) and Buster Cottam (“stand up” bass). Anyway, watch out for our audio interview with Martin shortly, in advance of his album release!

Vola recently unveiled their stunning new video for 'Ghosts' which is today's Video Of The Day. The track is taken from their upcoming new album 'Applause Of A Distant Crowd', which will be released on Friday 12th October via Mascot Records/Mascot Label Group. Having only played a handful of shows before their debut album ‘Inmazes’ was released, they took part in the ‘Fallen Hearts of Europe’ tour with Katatonia at the end of 2016. Drummer Felix Ewert then left to pursue other projects and was replaced by Adam Janzi in the Summer of 2017. He joined them for a series of festival appearances at ArcTanGent, Rockaue Open Air and Take Over Daze, as well as their first ever run of UK headline shows that same Summer including Dingwalls, London. More shows followed in 2018 with Euroblast (Germany), Complexity Fest (Netherlands), Tech-Fest (UK), Bloodstock (UK) and they will be touring Europe this Autumn.

Another all new Blues On The Radio Podcast Track Of The Day features music from The Achievers, Jawbone (pictured), Colin James, Pulsator, Beki Brindle Band, Tom Kilner, Delta Moon, Joe Louis Walker, Bruce Katz & Giles Robson and Marcus Lazarus. There's also three tracks from 'Mahogany Drift', the new album from Troy Redfern, Jack J Hutchinson and Mike Ross. And even that's not all... ahead of their show tonight at The Tuesday Night Music Club, The Comrades Club, Coulsdon CR5 2NF, there's also two tracks from 'Love & Murder', the new album from Beaux Gris Gris!

"The following track ‘Hammer Falls’ has a more of a Bluesy feel and the subsequent ‘Too Many Times’ is rightly described as a real foot stomper with a great inclusive chorus that keeps the blood pumping. A real good party dance song follows with ‘Dressed To Kill’ which has that beat that you just can’t sit still to with awesome guitar riffs and rhythm. This song rejoices that moment when you’re out to party and dressed to kill, feeling an invincible attitude that makes you boundless with the beat and able to dance great to no matter what!" Today read Di Foxy's complete take here on Bad Touch's new 'Shake A Leg' album which is due to be released on Friday 5th October plus check out our Video Of The Day.

With half the tickets already sold and just under three months to go - just a polite reminder that this year’s Wrinklystock 7 takes place at the Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford, on Friday 7th December at 7.30pm and stars The Kast off Kinks, featuring three former members of the legendary band The Kinks! With support once again from Wrinklystock legends The Replicants, The Kast off Kinks are back together playing great music and re-living the good times whilst keeping the songs alive that made The Kinks a household name - featuring Mick Avory (original drummer on all the classic hits from 1964-84), Ian Gibbons (keyboards/vocals, Kinks 80’s & 90’s and still with Sir Ray Davies), John Dalton (bass/vocals, Kinks 60’s & 70’s) alongside Dave Clarke (guitar/vocals, formerly of the Beach Boys, Noel Redding & Tim Rose). Expect an evening of iconic hits including: 'You Really Got Me', 'Dedicated Follower of Fashion', 'Sunny Afternoon', 'Lola', 'Days', 'Waterloo Sunset', 'Come Dancing', 'All Day and All of the Night' plus more... A great night out, not to be missed! Tickets priced £23 can be purchased online here or from the MJC Box Office on 01322 291100.

Today's Black On Blues Podcast Track Of The Day features music from Zac Harmon, Travis Bowlin, Moscow Beatballs, Liam Ward Band, Delta Moon and Marcus Lazarus.