Bonamassa covers Bob Dylan’s “Scarlet Town”
Blues-rock titan Joe Bonamassa continues to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his groundbreaking album Different Shades Of Blue with the release of a brand-new single, “Scarlet Town.” Now available on all streaming platforms for the very first time, a fitting song for a Friday the 13th release, this haunting blues track serves as the second single from the anniversary edition of Different Shades Of Blue, following the release of the high-octane “Better The Devil You Know.”
Originally written and performed by Bob Dylan on his 2012 album Tempest, “Scarlet Town” brings listeners into a mysterious and evocative landscape with its powerful lyrics and masterful instrumentation, offering a more introspective side to Bonamassa’s artistry. The song highlights his talent for honoring classic tracks while making them uniquely his own. It showcases his ability to re-create vivid imagery and tell a compelling story through music, drawing fans deeper into the album that marked a pivotal moment in his career.
The release of “Scarlet Town” is part of a special series of previously unreleased rarities from the Different Shades Of Blue era, each offering a new perspective on the evolution of Bonamassa’s artistry. As fans revisit this pivotal album, they’ll discover hidden gems and unique tracks that highlight Bonamassa’s continued growth as a musician.
Different Shades Of Blue, originally released on September 23, 2014, debuted at #8 on the Billboard 200 chart, making it Bonamassa’s highest-charting album at the time and solidifying his status as a dominant force in blues-rock. This anniversary re-release provides fans with a fresh opportunity to engage with the album’s legacy, adding new dimensions to this cornerstone of Bonamassa’s discography.
This announcement follows Bonamassa’s latest triumphs, including the success of his live concert film and album Live At The Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart. This marked Bonamassa’s 28th #1 album on the Billboard Blues chart, a record-breaking achievement in the genre. The album also reached the top of the Billboard Classical Album and Classical Crossover Album charts, showcasing Bonamassa’s versatility and ability to blend genres seamlessly.
In addition to revisiting Different Shades Of Blue, Bonamassa is gearing up for his highly anticipated U.S. Fall Tour, following the success of his Blues Deluxe Tour, which celebrated his seminal Blues Deluxe albums. With electrifying performances still fresh in fans’ minds, Bonamassa shows no signs of slowing down as he prepares to deliver his unmatched live experience to audiences across the country this fall.
U.S. FALL 2024 TOUR
September 15 – Telluride, CO – Telluride Blues & Brew Festival*
October 26 – Henderson, NV – Lee’s Family Forum
October 28 – Santa Barbara, CA – The Granada Theatre
October 30 – Rancho Mirage, CA – The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage
November 1 – Tucson, AZ – The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall
November 2 – Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Financial Theatre
November 3 – Long Beach, CA – Terrace Theater
November 5 – San Diego, CA – San Diego Civic Theatre
November 7 – San Jose, CA – San Jose Civic
November 8 – Sacramento, CA – SAFE Credit Union Convention Center
November 9 – Reno, NV – Grand Theatre
November 12 – Portland, OR – Keller Auditorium
November 13 – Boise, ID – Morrison Center
November 16 – Salt Lake City, UT – Eccles Theater
November 17 – Cheyenne, WY – Cheyenne Civic Center
November 19 – Park City, KS – Park City Arena
November 20 – Springfield, MO – Juanita K. Hammons Hall
November 22 – Minneapolis, MN – State Theatre
November 23 – Minneapolis, MN – State Theatre
November 26 – Springfield, IL – UIS Performing Arts Center
November 27- Appleton, WI – Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
November 29 – Davenport, IA – Adler Theatre
November 30 – Des Moines, IA – Des Moines Civic Center
*Not part of the U.S. Fall Tour
U.S. SPRING 2025 TOUR
February 16 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena
February 19 – Milwaukee, WI – The Riverside Theater
February 21 – Chicago, IL – The Chicago Theatre
February 22 – Cleveland, OH – Playhouse Square
February 25 – Buffalo, NY – Shea’s Buffalo Theatre
February 27 – New York City, NY – Beacon Theatre
February 28 – Boston, MA – MGM Music Hall at Fenway
March 1 – Mashantucket, CT – Foxwoods Resort & Casino
March 3 – Easton, PA – State Theatre
March 5 – Charleston, WV – Clay Center
March 7 – Cherokee, NC – Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center
March 8 – Atlanta, GA – Fox Theatre
March 10 – Chattanooga, TN – Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium
March 12 – Greensboro, NC – Steven Tanger Center
March 14 – Charlotte, NC – Ovens Auditorium
March 15 – St. Augustine, FL – The St. Augustine Amphitheatre
March 16 – Mobile, AL – Saenger Theatre
March 18 – Evans, GA – Columbia County Performing Arts Center
March 19 – Melbourne, FL – The King Center
KEEPING THE BLUES ALIVE AT SEA
March 21-26 – Miami, FL – Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea X
EUROPE TOUR 2025
April 21 – Glasgow, UK – SEC Centre
April 23 – Cardiff, UK – Utilita Arena
April 25 – Liverpool, UK – M&S Bank Arena
April 26 – Nottingham, UK – Motorpoint Arena
April 27 – Brighton, UK – Brighton Centre
April 29 – Oberhausen, DE – Rudolf Weber Arena
April 30 – Munich, DE – Olympiahalle
May 2 – Prague, CR – O2 Universam
May 3 – Warsaw, PL – COS Torwar
May 6 – Hannover, DE – Zag Arena
May 8 – Frankfort, DE – Jahrhunderthalle
May 9 – Frankfort, DE – Jahrhunderthalle
May 10 – Antwerp, BE – Lotto Arena
