Joanne Shaw Taylor announces January 2026 UK Tour.

Rock Metal Machine
Oct 27, 2025
4 min read

Woman singing into a microphone while playing a guitar on stage. Another person in a hat is visible. Purple lighting sets a vibrant mood. — Photo by Marco van Rooijen

“Every time you see her, you almost forget how good she is – but it’s also fair

to say that right now, she’s better than ever.” – Maximum Volume Music

“Joanne’s blues guitar style is mesmerising, and the solos are just delightful displays of exceptional playing that escalate the tracks to another level.”

– Livewire Music

Following her outstanding October 2025 UK tour, critically acclaimed British Blues phenom guitarist Joanne Shaw Taylor returns to the UK in January 2026 for five regional concerts. Planet Rock starts a 48-hour ticket pre-sale at 10am GMT on Wednesday October 29 via Planetrock.com.

Tickets go on general sale at 10am GMT on Friday October 31 from Gigantic.com, Planetrocktickets.co.uk, and joanneshawtaylor.com.

The tour celebrates the recent release of Joanne’s critically acclaimed new studio album Black & Gold released by Journeyman Records, available on vinyl, CD and digital HERE.

The tour kicks off at Edinburgh, The Queen’s Hall (Sunday 25 January) and continues at Buxton, Opera House (Monday 26 January), Blackpool, Opera House (Wednesday 28 January), Sunderland, The Fire Station (Thursday 29 January), and Southend, Palace Theatre (Friday 30 January).

Experience the magic of Joanne Shaw Taylor and her incredible band as they deliver a powerhouse performance featuring songs from her latest album, Black & Gold. Renowned for her electrifying guitar performances and soulful songwriting, Joanne’s vocals shine as she blends blues, rock, soul, and pop. The show also includes standout tracks from earlier albums and heartfelt tributes to classic blues legends. As one of today’s most dynamic performers, Joanne Shaw Taylor promises an unforgettable night of music.

The new album has received across-the-board rave reviews. Blues in Britain said, “JST is a great guitar player. On Black & Gold she’s on absolute top form,” while Bluestown Music professed, “Black & Gold is a true musical treat, wonderfully performed, immaculately produced.” Classic Rock’s 9/10 review said of the album, “Blues chanteuse strikes gold,” while Metal Planet Music declared, “Taylor’s songwriting ability is simply beyond reproach and continues to grow musically.”

Joanne will also perform songs from her rich back catalogue of albums including Heavy Soul, Nobody’s Fool, and The Blues Album which topped Billboard’s Official Blues Album Chart.

The Blues Album was voted #1 Most Played Blues Album of 2021 by the Independent Blues Broadcaster’s Association. Joanne will also perform select songs from her older album Reckless Heart, Wild, The Dirty Truth, Almost Always Never, Diamonds in the Dirt, and White Sugar.

One of the highlights from Joanne’s new Black & Gold album is “Look What I’ve Become”—a haunting reflection on addiction, isolation, and the moment of choosing whether to fight or let go. The gripping track blends minor-key blues intensity with the cinematic sweep of a Bond theme, anchoring some of Joanne’s most confessional songwriting and driving it home with her incredible signature guitar tone.

“This song’s about hitting that crossroads,” Joanne shares. “It’s about the moment where you either change everything or disappear. The lyrics came from a very honest place—and I wanted the music to match that intensity.” Watch the official music video HERE.

Always one to push boundaries, Joanne's union with Joe Bonamassa's Journeyman Records continues to flourish, ensuring that her music reaches her global fanbase. This relationship, alongside her innate creativity, guarantees a stream of sensational releases that cuts through the industry noise.

Discovered by Dave Stewart (the Eurythmics) as a mere 16-year-old, and subsequently invited to tour the world, Joanne's rise to stardom, propelled by endorsements from music giants like Stevie Wonder and Annie Lennox, remains unmatched.

With a discography boasting chart-toppers like Reckless Heart, The Blues Album, and 2024’s Heavy Soul, Joanne is unstoppable. As she celebrates her rapturously received new studio album Black & Gold, fans can experience a cocktail of her signature guitar riffs, emotive vocals, and inspired songwriting.

“Joanne Shaw Taylor paints ‘Black & Gold’ with a colourful palette, appealing to her established rootsier fans while broadening boundaries to entice a larger audience.” – Rock and Blues Muse