Classic Rock Legends Wishbone Ash’s “Live Dates Live 50th” US Tour February/March 2023

Formed in 1969 in England, Wishbone Ash are one of the most influential guitar bands in rock history. Equally inspired by British folk, American jazz and R&B, the band did their part to help form the emerging rock ’n’ roll scene in the U.S. and the U.K. Through dedication to the craft of guitar harmony and melody, along with relentless touring, Wishbone Ash garnered a vast audience through public approval, critical praise and worldwide distribution of their extensive recording catalog.

In 2023 the band, led by founding member Andy Powell (guitarist, lead vocals), will mark the 50th anniversary of their biggest selling, multi-platinum album, “Live Dates,” with tours of Europe, North America and the United Kingdom. In the U.S., February and March will see the band traveling through the Northeast and Midwest, with an autumn tour through the South and West. 

As the first live album released by the band, “Live Dates” features selections from Wishbone Ash’s first four albums performed in concert during the summer of 1973. Reviewers have consistently listed it among the finest live rock albums of all time.

“Live Dates” includes the cream of the early Wishbone Ash crop: “King Will Come,” “Warrior,” “Throw Down the Sword,” “Rock ‘N’ Roll Widow,” “Ballad of the Beacon,” “Baby What You Want Me to Do,” “Pilgrim,” “Blowin’ Free,” “Jailbait,” “Lady Whiskey” and “Phoenix.”

To celebrate the 50th Anniversary, “Live Dates” was re-recorded in its entirety at Daryl Hall’s venue, Daryl’s House Club, in Pawling, New York on July 22, 2022.

Andy Powell trades licks with Yorkshire’s Mark Abrahams, who has been playing Wishbone Ash tunes since his youth. Longtime bassist Bob Skeat keeps the low-end rocking, working the grooves with newest band member, Mike Truscott on drums. Like his band mate Mark Abrahams, Mike also hails from Yorkshire, England.

As true warriors of the road, the band regularly covers around 30,000 miles a year, which is roughly equivalent to circumnavigating the world. The Ash is an undeniable force on today’s touring scene, performing on five continents and continuing to be discovered by new generations of music fans.

Over the years the band has embraced diverse musical genres, from folk, blues and jazz to pedal-to-the-metal rock and electronica. Regardless of the style, Wishbone Ash’s groundbreaking interplay of two lead guitars influenced bands such as Thin Lizzy, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Iron Maiden, Umphree McGee and Opeth, among many others.

Wishbone Ash’s latest studio album (their 26th), “Coat of Arms,” was released in early 2020. 

Tour Dates

February 2023

22 Pawling, NY – Daryl’s House

23 Shirley, MA – Bull Run

24 Norwalk, CT – Wall Street Theater

25 Jim Thorpe, PA – Mauch Chunk Opera House

26 Pittsburgh, PA – Club Cafe

28 Detroit, MI – Token Lounge

March 2023

01 Cincinnati, OH – Ludlows Garage

02 Fort Wayne, IN – Clyde Theater

03 St. Charles, IL – Arcada Theater

04 Edwardsville, IL – Wildey Theater

05 Edwardsville, IL – Wildey Theater

07 Davenport, IA – River Music Experience/Redstone Room

08 Minneapolis, MN – Palace Theatre

09 Milwaukee, WI – Colectivo on Prospect

11 Kent, OH – Kent Stage

12 Buffalo, NY – Sportsmens Tavern

13 Buffalo, NY – Sportsmens Tavern

16 Derry, NH – Tupelo Music Hall

18 Sellersville, PA – Sellersville Theater

19 Annapolis, MD – Ramshead Tavern

Exclusive Early Admission

Pre-Show Meet and Q&A with the Band

Mini Private Performance

VIP Laminate & Lanyard

Crowd-free merchandise shopping

LIMITED AVAILABILITY

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