Today, dynamic blues auteur Samantha Fish and guitarist extraordinaire Jesse Dayton release their anticipated collaboration, Death Wish Blues, on Rounder Records. The latest track is the gritty “Rippin’ and Runnin,’” a bold number full of swagger and bravado, featuring a twangy intro that quickly evolves into thumping riffs alongside gut-punching vocals. Listen to the hard-hitting “Rippin’ and Runnin’” and to Death Wish Blues HERE.
“Rippin’ and Runnin’” follows the release of earlier tracks “Deathwish,” “Riders,” and “Settle for Less.” The songs highlight the synergy and free-flowing nature of Fish and Dayton’s musical partnership as they expand the limits of the blues and rock genres. Jon Spencer’s production magnifies the sonic power of each track, resulting in an exhilarating collection of blues, soul, punk, funk, and exceptionally bold rock-and-roll.
Press has raved about Death Wish Blues as well. Accolades include:
“… a powerful, spirited, and at times exuberant collaborative effort…”
– American Songwriter
“…some of the rawest and most hard-hitting music of their careers.”
– No Depression
“…nearly touches the charm of duets like Johnny & June Cash as well as Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazelwood. Excellent.”
– Americana Highways
“…the dynamic guitar duo entrusted their artistry to producer Jon Spencer, and the result is full of wicked stories, tongue-in-cheek escapades, greasy grooves and helllacious guitar.”
– Vintage Guitar
After their electrifying set at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival in April, Fish and Dayton are gearing up for a round of tour dates to support Death Wish Blues, including a run with the legendary Buddy Guy. A full list of tour dates is below.
Hailing from Kansas City, MO, Samantha Fish is one of the most dynamic blues forces in the world today, headlining festivals and captivating audiences with her guitar prowess and power vocals. An award-winner and road warrior, she performs 200 shows yearly, both domestically and abroad. Death Wish Blues is her 7th album. Jesse Dayton boasts an exceptional resume as an acclaimed solo recording artist, collaborator with artists such as Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings and Duff McKagan, a touring guitarist for seminal punk band X, and teammate with Rob Zombie on the soundtracks for his iconic horror films.
SAMANTHA FISH & JESSE DAYTON NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES
June 9 – Flagstaff, AZ – Flagstaff Blues Fest
June 11 – Vienna, VA – Filene Center*
June 13 – Northampton, MA – The Pines Theater*
June 14 – Plymouth, NH – Flying Monkey
June 15 – Kingston, NY – Ulster Performing Arts Center*
June 16 – Beverly, MA – Cabot
June 17 – Syracuse, NY – NY State Blues Festival
June 18 – New York, NY – Central Park Summer stage*
June 20 – Amagansett, NY – Stephen Talkhouse
June 22 – Hartford, CT – Infinity Hall
June 24 – Winter Park, CO – Blues from the Top
June 25 – Augusta, NJ – Rock, Ribs and Ridges Festival
June 27 – Columbus, OH – King of Clubs
June 28 – Kalamazoo, MI – Bell’s Eccentric Café
June 29 – Addison, IL – Rock N Wheel Concert Series
July 1 – Sioux City, IA – Saturday in the Park
July 14 – Dallas, TX – Longhorn Ballroom
July 15 – Austin, TX – Mohawk
July 16 – Houston, TX – The Heights
July 19 – Oklahoma City, OK – Tower Theatre
July 20 – Wichita, KS – Temple Live
July 21 – Fort Smith, AR – Temple Live
July 30 – Ft. Wayne, IN – Sweetwater
August 5 – Mammoth Lakes, CA – Bluesapalooza
August 12 – Kitchener, ON – Kitchener Blues Fest
August 19 – Cleveland, OH – Jacobs Pavilion
August 27 – Edmonton, AB – Edmonton Blues Fest
September 7-10 – Las Vegas, NV – Big Blues Bender
October 13 – Sandy Springs, GA – City Green Live Concert Series
November 4 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL – Big Easy Cruise
*supporting Buddy Guy