HENDERSON (June 4, 2024) – Legendary blues-rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa will kick off his U.S. Fall 2024 Tour on Saturday, October 26 at Lee’s Family Forum in Henderson, the artist and venue announced today. Bonamassa’s tour promises an extraordinary series of performances that underscore his unparalleled prowess and contribution to the blues-rock genre. Recognized globally as one of the most talented guitarists of his era and dubbed “the world’s biggest blues guitarist” by Guitar World Magazine, Bonamassa continues to redefine blues-rock, bringing it into the mainstream with electrifying live shows that captivate music aficionados across the world.
Tickets will go on sale Friday, June 7, at leesfamilyforum.com.
This tour not only highlights Bonamassa’s dynamic live performance skills but also his continuous ambition to surpass his already lofty artistic achievements, having amassed 27 #1 Billboard Blues Albums – more than any other artist in history.
“Words themselves are simply inadequate to fully describe the guitar wizardry of Joe Bonamassa. ‘Amazing,’ ‘astounding,’ ‘unbelievable,’ ‘mind-blowing,’ ‘unequalled,’ ‘superlative.’ Yes, they all work, but are still insufficient to convey the experience of witnessing Joe Bonamassa live,” describes Americana Highways.
As Bonamassa gears up for this highly anticipated tour, he also continues to make waves with the upcoming release of his new album, Live at the Hollywood Bowl with Orchestra. This monumental project celebrates his historic performance at the iconic Hollywood Bowl, offering fans a blend of Bonamassa’s signature guitar brilliance with the majesty of a full orchestra. The latest single from this album, “The Last Matador Of Bayonne,” has already garnered acclaim for its emotional depth and narrative, reinforcing Joe’s status as a master storyteller through music.
Live at the Hollywood Bowl with Orchestra is a testament to Bonamassa’s storied career, illustrating his virtuosic blend of blues and rock elevated by orchestral arrangements from some of Hollywood’s finest. This release follows the album’s lead single, a riveting rendition of “Twenty-Four Hour Blues,” and continues to draw fans deeper into Joe’s musical journey. With arrangements by the legendary David Campbell, Trevor Rabin and Jeff Bova and featuring musicians like Rashawn Ross (Dave Matthews Band), the album captures the essence of Bonamassa’s talent and the power of live music. Pre-Order Joe’s new live album here.
Bonamassa’s impact on the blues-rock genre is immeasurable. Guitarist Magazine has hailed him as “the king of modern blues,” a testament to his skill, influence, and role in bringing blues-rock to the forefront of the music scene. With a career spanning over three decades, Bonamassa has consistently captivated audiences around the globe with his dynamic live performances and musical ingenuity.
ABOUT JOE BONAMASSA
Blues-rock superstar Joe Bonamassa is one of the most celebrated performing musicians of today. As a three-time GRAMMY-nominated artist and 15x Blues Music Award Nominee (4-time winner), he achieved his 27th No. 1 album on the Billboard Blues Chart with his most recent studio album, Blues Deluxe Vol. 2. Only in his mid-40s, Bonamassa has become a living legend with an astounding multi-genre catalog. He has released more than 40 albums, including studio and live recordings, as well as collaborative albums with his adventurous side projects: Black Country Communion and Rock Candy Funk Party.
A prolific writer who is always on the hunt to expand his eclectic musical horizons, Bonamassa has a limitless work ethic whether it’s in a studio, on the road, or working with other artists to spur new music. In recent years, he has produced an immense number of albums including Joanne Shaw Taylor, Marc Broussard, Larry McCray, Jimmy Hall and others for his independent label KTBA Records, and has also recently launched Journeyman LLC, a full-service artist management, record label, concert promotion, and marketing company that builds awareness for independent artists worldwide.
Bonamassa has been featured in several publications from Esquire, WSJ, and Parade to Rolling Stone and American Songwriter, as well as on the covers of Guitar World, Guitar Player, Vintage Guitar, Guitarist, and Classic Rock Magazine. His non-profit Keeping The Blues Alive provides funds and resources to schools and artists in need and has positively impacted more than 100,000 students to date while raising over 2.2 million in donations.
ABOUT LEE’S FAMILY FORUM
Lee’s Family Forum is a multi-purpose venue in Henderson, NV, just minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, featuring a 5,567 fixed seating capacity for hockey and indoor football. A product of a public-private partnership between the City of Henderson and a group of investors led by Bill Foley, the arena opened in March 2022, was renamed in April 2024 and is operated by the Foley Entertainment Group. Lee’s Family Forum is the home of the American Hockey League’s Henderson Silver Knights, the Indoor Football League’s Vegas Knight Hawks, the Pro Volleyball Federation’s Vegas Thrill, the National Lacrosse League’s Las Vegas Desert Dogs, the Big West Basketball Championships, the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame, the Craggy Range Sports Bar & Grill and The Saddlery team store. For the latest news and information on Lee’s Family Forum visit LeesFamilyForum.com and follow the arena on Facebook, X and Instagram.