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 \u2019n\u2019 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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, \u201cLive Dates,\u201d 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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the first live album released by the band, \u201cLive Dates\u201d features selections from Wishbone Ash\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cLive Dates\u201d includes the cream of the early Wishbone Ash crop: \u201cKing Will Come,\u201d \u201cWarrior,\u201d \u201cThrow Down the Sword,\u201d \u201cRock \u2018N\u2019 Roll Widow,\u201d \u201cBallad of the Beacon,\u201d \u201cBaby What You Want Me to Do,\u201d \u201cPilgrim,\u201d \u201cBlowin\u2019 Free,\u201d \u201cJailbait,\u201d \u201cLady Whiskey\u201d and \u201cPhoenix.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary, \u201cLive Dates\u201d was re-recorded in its entirety at Daryl Hall\u2019s venue, Daryl\u2019s House Club, in Pawling, New York on July 22, 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Andy Powell trades licks with Yorkshire\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u2019s touring scene, performing on five continents and continuing to be discovered by new generations of music fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u2019s groundbreaking interplay of two lead guitars influenced bands such as Thin Lizzy, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Iron Maiden, Umphree McGee and Opeth, among many others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wishbone Ash\u2019s latest studio album (their 26th), \u201cCoat of Arms,\u201d was released in early 2020. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tour Dates<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n February 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 22 Pawling, NY – Daryl\u2019s House<\/p>\n\n\n\n 23 Shirley, MA – Bull Run<\/p>\n\n\n\n 24 Norwalk, CT – Wall Street Theater<\/p>\n\n\n\n 25 Jim Thorpe, PA – Mauch Chunk Opera House<\/p>\n\n\n\n 26 Pittsburgh, PA – Club Cafe<\/p>\n\n\n\n 28 Detroit, MI – Token Lounge<\/p>\n\n\n\n March 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n 01 Cincinnati, OH – Ludlows Garage<\/p>\n\n\n\n 02 Fort Wayne, IN – Clyde Theater<\/p>\n\n\n\n 03 St. Charles, IL – Arcada Theater<\/p>\n\n\n\n 04 Edwardsville, IL – Wildey Theater<\/p>\n\n\n\n 05 Edwardsville, IL – Wildey Theater<\/p>\n\n\n\n 07 Davenport, IA – River Music Experience\/Redstone Room<\/p>\n\n\n\n 08 Minneapolis, MN – Palace Theatre<\/p>\n\n\n\n 09 Milwaukee, WI – Colectivo on Prospect<\/p>\n\n\n\n 11 Kent, OH – Kent Stage<\/p>\n\n\n\n 12 Buffalo, NY – Sportsmens Tavern<\/p>\n\n\n\n 13 Buffalo, NY – Sportsmens Tavern<\/p>\n\n\n\n 16 Derry, NH – Tupelo Music Hall<\/p>\n\n\n\n 18 Sellersville, PA – Sellersville Theater<\/p>\n\n\n\n 19 Annapolis, MD – Ramshead Tavern<\/p>\n\n\n\n Exclusive Early Admission<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pre-Show Meet and Q&A with the Band<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mini Private Performance<\/p>\n\n\n\n VIP Laminate & Lanyard<\/p>\n\n\n\n Crowd-free merchandise shopping<\/p>\n\n\n\n LIMITED AVAILABILITY<\/p>\n\n\n\n For more information, visit www.wishboneash.com<\/a> or check out them out on social media:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Facebook @Wishbone.Ash.Official<\/p>\n\n\n\n Instagram @wishboneashofficial<\/p>\n\n\n\n Twitter @wishboneash_com<\/p>\n\n\n\n