Joe Bonamassa - The Spirit of Rory Live From Cork - CD + Blu-ray - COMPACT DISCS

Four-time Grammy-nominee Joe Bonamassa announces his 17th studio album, Breakthrough, produced by longtime partner Kevin Shirley. The album has 10 brand-new, original tracks written by Joe and co-writers like James House, Tom Hambridge, etc. Looking to InchBreakthroughInch the genre boxes and limitations put on him, Joe is ready to take his craft to the next level.

This groundbreaking project celebrates the centennial birthday of B.B. King, honoring his monumental legacy with a one-of-a-kind Collaboration Album. The album will feature a double album worth of curated tracks of B.B. King's most iconic songs, recorded/tracked by Blues Rock Icon Joe Bonamassa and his all-star band, with production led by 2-time Grammy-nominated producers Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith. The reimagined tracks will include a stellar lineup of guest musicians from both contemporary and legacy backgrounds that will unite multiple generations and genres to pay tribute to the King of Blues with 32 tracks and including 40 special guests!Working directly with B.B. King's estate, this project is deeply personal to Joe, reflecting his lifelong admiration for B.B. and the profound impact B.B. had on his career and life. Joe's connection with B.B. began in 1989 when, as a 12-year-old prodigy, he had the life-changing opportunity to open for Mr. King. Over the years, their friendship grew as they toured together on dozens of occasions, cementing a bond that Joe cherishes to this day. Hard Cover book with 2 disc trays, 40 page booklet, foil on cover.

Deluxe CD/Blu-Ray edition. 2015 from the blues/rock guitarist recorded live at The Great Stage at sold out two-night run at Radio City in January 2015. The CD features 13 tracks, including two brand new songs and seven that have never been recorded live. The DVD features 15 songs plus 45 minute bonus featurette.