Joe Bonamassa launches radio show and adds Derek Sherinian as new band member

Blues rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa has launched The Pickup – a brand new unique and entertaining weekly internet radio show blending music history, carefully curated songs, an encyclopedic knowledge of guitar facts, and illuminating insights into the mind of one of the world’s greatest musicians.

New shows will be premiered online every Friday at www.thepickupradio.com, while previously aired episodes will be available to listen to on-demand.

Whether it’s unusual knowledge of a vintage Les Paul, played on an obscure record from the 70s, or a friendly debate on how to name your guitar, each episode weaves together witty banter, fun facts, and amazing tour stories from the guitarist who’s “always on the road”.

In other news, Derek Sherinian, former Black Country Communion keyboardist, has joined Bonamassa’s solo band as a full-time member. Sherinian toured South America with Bonamassa in August 2013, and will continue to feature as part of Joe’s UK tour in September. Says Bonamassa – “Derek is a great player and we’re ecstatic to welcome him as the latest member of the band.”

Tickets for Joe Bonamassa’s UK tour are available now from 0844 478 0898

UK Tour Dates:

Cardiff Motorpoint Arena           Wednesday 18 September

Bournemouth BIC                      Friday 20 September

Manchester Arena                      Saturday 21 September

Aberdeen AECC                        Monday 23 September

Edinburgh Playhouse                Tuesday 24 September

Birmingham NIA                        Friday 27 September

Brighton Centre (Sold Out)         Saturday 28 September

Source: www.thegigcartel.com