Joe Bonamassa Reinterprets Bob Dylan's “Scarlet Town”

Blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa continues to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his album, Different Shades Of Blue, with the release of a brand-new single, “Scarlet Town.” Now available on all streaming platforms for the very first time, released this past Friday the 13th, this haunting blues track serves as the second single from the anniversary edition of Different Shades Of Blue, following the release of the high-octane “Better The Devil You Know.”

Originally written and performed by Bob Dylan on his 2012 album Tempest, “Scarlet Town” brings listeners into a mysterious and evocative landscape with its powerful lyrics and masterful instrumentation, offering a more introspective side to Bonamassa’s artistry. The song highlights his talent for honoring classic tracks while making them uniquely his own. It showcases his ability to re-create vivid imagery and tell a compelling story through music, drawing fans deeper into the album that marked a pivotal moment in his career.

The release of “Scarlet Town” is part of a special series of previously unreleased rarities from the Different Shades Of Blue era, each offering a new perspective on the evolution of Bonamassa’s artistry. As fans revisit this pivotal album, they’ll discover hidden gems and unique tracks that highlight Bonamassa’s continued growth as a musician.

Different Shades Of Blue, originally released on September 23, 2014, debuted at #8 on the Billboard 200 chart, making it Bonamassa’s highest-charting album at the time and solidifying his status as a dominant force in blues-rock. This anniversary re-release provides fans with a fresh opportunity to engage with the album’s legacy, adding new dimensions to this cornerstone of Bonamassa’s discography.

This announcement follows Bonamassa’s latest triumphs, including the success of his live concert film and album Live At The Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart. This marked Bonamassa’s 28th #1 album on the Billboard Blues chart, a record-breaking achievement in the genre. The album also reached the top of the Billboard Classical Album and Classical Crossover Album charts, showcasing Bonamassa’s versatility and ability to blend genres seamlessly.

In addition to revisiting Different Shades Of Blue, Bonamassa is gearing up for his highly anticipated U.S. Fall Tour, following the success of his Blues Deluxe Tour, which celebrated his seminal Blues Deluxe albums. With electrifying performances still fresh in fans’ minds, Bonamassa shows no signs of slowing down as he prepares to deliver his unmatched live experience to audiences across the country this fall. 

U.S. FALL 2024 TOUR

September 15 - Telluride, CO - Telluride Blues & Brew Festival*

October 26 - Henderson, NV - Lee’s Family Forum

October 28 - Santa Barbara, CA - The Granada Theatre

October 30 - Rancho Mirage, CA - The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage

November 1 - Tucson, AZ - The Linda Ronstadt Music Hall

November 2 - Phoenix, AZ - Arizona Financial Theatre

November 3 - Long Beach, CA - Terrace Theater

November 5 - San Diego, CA - San Diego Civic Theatre

November 7 - San Jose, CA - San Jose Civic

November 8 - Sacramento, CA - SAFE Credit Union Convention Center

November 9 - Reno, NV - Grand Theatre

November 12 - Portland, OR - Keller Auditorium

November 13 - Boise, ID - Morrison Center

November 16 - Salt Lake City, UT - Eccles Theater

November 17 - Cheyenne, WY - Cheyenne Civic Center

November 19 - Park City, KS - Park City Arena

November 20 - Springfield, MO - Juanita K. Hammons Hall

November 22 - Minneapolis, MN - State Theatre

November 23 - Minneapolis, MN - State Theatre

November 26 - Springfield, IL - UIS Performing Arts Center

November 27- Appleton, WI - Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

November 29 - Davenport, IA - Adler Theatre

November 30 - Des Moines, IA - Des Moines Civic Center

 *Not part of the U.S. Fall Tour

 

U.S. SPRING 2025 TOUR

February 16 - Seattle, WA - Climate Pledge Arena

February 19 - Milwaukee, WI - The Riverside Theater

February 21 - Chicago, IL - The Chicago Theatre

February 22 - Cleveland, OH - Playhouse Square

February 25 - Buffalo, NY - Shea’s Buffalo Theatre

February 27 - New York City, NY - Beacon Theatre

February 28 - Boston, MA - MGM Music Hall at Fenway

March 1 - Mashantucket, CT - Foxwoods Resort & Casino

March 3 - Easton, PA - State Theatre

March 5 - Charleston, WV - Clay Center

March 7 - Cherokee, NC - Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center

March 8 - Atlanta, GA - Fox Theatre

March 10 - Chattanooga, TN - Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium

March 12 - Greensboro, NC - Steven Tanger Center

March 14 - Charlotte, NC - Ovens Auditorium

March 15 - St. Augustine, FL - The St. Augustine Amphitheatre

March 16 - Mobile, AL - Saenger Theatre

March 18 - Evans, GA - Columbia County Performing Arts Center

March 19 - Melbourne, FL - The King Center

KEEPING THE BLUES ALIVE AT SEA

March 21-26 - Miami, FL - Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea X

 

EUROPE TOUR 2025

April 21 - Glasgow, UK - SEC Centre

April 23 - Cardiff, UK - Utilita Arena

April 25 - Liverpool, UK - M&S Bank Arena

April 26 - Nottingham, UK - Motorpoint Arena

April 27 - Brighton, UK - Brighton Centre

April 29 - Oberhausen, DE - Rudolf Weber Arena

April 30 - Munich, DE - Olympiahalle

May 2 - Prague, CR - O2 Universam

May 3 - Warsaw, PL - COS Torwar

May 6 - Hannover, DE - Zag Arena

May 8 - Frankfort, DE - Jahrhunderthalle

May 9 - Frankfort, DE - Jahrhunderthalle

May 10 - Antwerp, BE - Lotto Arena

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit jbonamassa.com.