Joanne Shaw Taylor, initially discovered by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics at the tender age of 16, has over the years carved out an impressive niche for herself in the world of blues-rock. After witnessing her remarkable guitar playing, Stewart immediately invited her to join his supergroup, D.U.P., setting the wheels in motion for a flourishing musical career. Her prodigious talent on the guitar earned her accolades from several industry giants, including Jimmy Cliff, Joe Bonamassa, Stevie Wonder, and Annie Lennox.
Now in her 30s, Joanne has emerged as one of the most coveted guitarists in the rock domain. Her debut album, White Sugar (2009), released on Ruf Records, showcased her soulful voice and exceptional songwriting ability, heralding the arrival of a new luminary in the blues-rock arena. This release was followed by a series of critically acclaimed albums:Diamonds In The Dirt (2010), Almost Always Never (2012), featuring the UK radio hit "Soul Station," and the live album Songs From The Road (2013), marking her final release with Ruf Records.
In 2014, Joanne unveiled her fourth studio album, The Dirty Truth, on Axehouse Records, featuring hit singles "Mud, Honey," and "Wicked Soul." Her fifth album, Wild (2016), produced by the legendary Kevin Shirley, included performances of "Dyin' To Know" and "Summertime" on the popular BBC Two Television music show, Later With Jools Holland.
Joanne's journey over the past two decades has seen her evolve into a prolific songwriter, with each of her acclaimed albums being more successful than the last. Her 2019 album, Reckless Heart, broke into the UK Top 20 Album Chart, solidifying her standing as one of the most important British blues-rock exports..
Joanne Shaw Taylor LIVE at Duling Hall on Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Doors: 6:30 PM, Show: 7:30 PM | Duling Hall
Come enjoy a full bar and a night of live music.
All Ages | Cash or card accepted at door.