I heard of Aynsley thru the fine folks at Joe’s forum.I’m an ancient and thought “The Thrill is Gone” after SRV died. And then I heard this “kid” playing a guitar everyway possible and it slapped me back into the world of the hopeful! He’s across the pond soon. If you haven’t seen him, catch a show..AMAZING..great voice, band, all are great guys!!!
I had the chance to see Mr. Joe Bonamassa at the Rockpalast (Burg Satzvey) in Germany...Really cool concert...but no german gigs this year ...but I will be visiting the Pistoia Blues Festival in Italy, because one of my biggest musical heroes is playing there...Mr. Gregg Allman (I think Joe will be performing there too)...does anybody like the Allman Brothers??? I’m absolutely addicted to their fantastic music…
I managed to catch Joe Bonamassa on the Paul Jones Show (Radio 2 UK) the other night. Sounded great. Can’t be certain, but I think it was from a London show. It’s still up for listening if you missed it!
Having seen Walter trout about 10 times now.. and Ainsley lister twice.. Robben Ford once.. Jeff healy twice..I was looking forward to Joe Bonamassa at Holmfirth. Great venue pity about all the Tossers at the back shouting. But Joe? Well a cross between Robben Ford and Walter Trout. .A bit more music and less : I can do this with my guitar: Would have done it for me..He is back in leeds in feb at the cockpit. But next time I will be going to see Ainsley instead. And Walter at leeds.
Baznpat, sorry you didn’t like the show. I adore Walter Trout as a musician he’s a MONSTER and as a human he’s a sweetie. His whole band are great guys! I’ve seen them 2x this year. Robben Ford is a master, saw him at the Tampa Bay Fest. last year and my room mate will be seeing him this weekend. I do take exception to you’re saying you could play like Joe. He (in a tie with Buddy Guy) was voted Best Blues Guitar Player in the Guitar Players Readers Poll. So, I’ll wait to see an example of your skills when you post a video on youtube. In the meantime I think Ruf records will be grateful for your support of their clients..Cathy
Hi Indy - do you keep up with Eric Czar via his myspace page? His talent ranges far beyond what he showed on bass guitar with Joe. I think he’s the most gifted and accomplished musician I’ve ever encountered, quite the sweetheart too - I hope he comes back to the UK sometime, I’d love to share a beer with him again.
Hi Indy - had a lovely message from the redoubtable Mr Czar today how’s that for coincidence??!!! Take a stranger a birthday cake on their first tour in the UK and they never forget you . . . lmao! I am a HUGE David Gogo fan, I just wish he’d come to the UK but apparently he hates the food and will never cross the channel again - so I think next year’s European joyride may be to Holland or Germany to see him. Or Dave Hole. Or Anthony Gomes - now there’s an electrifying performer. If you’re on youtube, look me up (Britbritbabe on there) otherwise I’m likely to ramble on all day and night!
Saw Joe last month in St Louis and he was awesome. However his current bandmembers weren’t nearly as good as Eric Czar or Kenny Kraemme. Eric Czar may be the best bass player I’ve ever seen/heard. Just learned about Aynsley and am floored by his talent. Look forward to seeing him if he comes to the states.
I agree. Joe’s new band stinks. The 3 piece band was one of Rock’s all time greatest. I couldn’t stop raving to people about them. His recent albums do nothing for me. On a side note… I turned on this lady at work to Joe’s old band and she said they were great. Then I gave her the Everything I Need disc by Aynsley and she liked him even more. She said, This guy is an even better singer!
IndyScott - you make some good points, but I would disagree when you state Joe Bonamassa needs a good singer. I think he sounds pretty good, and if you listen to his recent albums he has certainly improved greatly. Which bass player and drummer he has is pretty irrelevant as long as they are up to the task.
I agree with the point that with the right management Aynsley would be much bigger. When you see the success that a nobody like Newton Faulkner has had, getting airplay, vidoes on music channels and important support slots, there is no reason why Ayns could not get that - he has far better songs too!
Saw Joe last month in St Louis and he was awesome. However his current bandmembers weren’t nearly as good as Eric Czar or Kenny Kraemme. Eric Czar may be the best bass player I’ve ever seen/heard. Just learned about Aynsley and am floored by his talent. Look forward to seeing him if he comes to the states.
I agree. Joe’s new band stinks. The 3 piece band was one of Rock’s all time greatest. I couldn’t stop raving to people about them. His recent albums do nothing for me. On a side note… I turned on this lady at work to Joe’s old band and she said they were great. Then I gave her the Everything I Need disc by Aynsley and she liked him even more. She said, This guy is an even better singer!
They sure were one of Rock’s all time greatest. They put on such an immensely intense live show that was one of the best experiences in music I ever had. I’m with you on Joe’s new band. There more of a background band to showcase Joe, where Eric and Kenny were a driving force to be reckoned with. They were on par with Joe and that made for an incredible band. All they did was add to Joe’s music and make it better.
I thought I’d share this with you, its a new song that Joe Bonamassa is opening his show with. The song is called Spoke Driver Blues and appears to suggest a return to the heavier direction of his earlier albums. This was filmed by Libby from the Bonamassa forum, check it out here:
...but I will be visiting the Pistoia Blues Festival in Italy, because one of my biggest musical heroes is playing there...Mr. Gregg Allman (I think Joe will be performing there too)...does anybody like the Allman Brothers??? I’m absolutely addicted to their fantastic music…
I am a HUGE David Gogo fan, I just wish he’d come to the UK but apparently he hates the food and will never cross the channel again - so I think next year’s European joyride may be to Holland or Germany to see him. Or Dave Hole. Or Anthony Gomes - now there’s an electrifying performer. If you’re on youtube, look me up (Britbritbabe on there) otherwise I’m likely to ramble on all day and night! 
