Joe Bonamassa Launches New Radio Show And Adds Derek Sherinian As New Band Member
Tuesday, 20 August 2013
Written by Jon Stickler
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 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.
Bonamassa says: “Derek is a great player and we’re ecstatic to welcome him as the latest member of the band.”
Joe returns to UK stages next month, hitting most major arenas. Tickets are on sale now.
Wed September 18th 2013 - CARDIFF Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff
Fri September 20th 2013 - BOURNEMOUTH Bournemouth International Centre
Sat September 21st 2013 - MANCHESTER Manchester Arena
Mon September 23rd 2013 - ABERDEEN AECC GE Oil & Gas Arena
Tue September 24th 2013 - EDINBURGH Edinburgh Playhouse
Fri September 27th 2013 - BIRMINGHAM NIA Birmingham
Sat September 28th 2013 - BRIGHTON The Brighton Centre
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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”.
