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New Live Joanna Connor Release Coming August 21
Her first release in 5 years
Mark Carpentieri
7/6/20261 min read
M.C. Records is incredibly proud to announce the upcoming release of Live On 11/11 (MC-0097), the first-ever live recording from Chicago’s own Joanna Connor, universally recognized as the "Queen of Blues Rock Guitar." Live On 11/11 will be released on CD and digitally on August 21, 2026. This historic release, recorded at The Fallout Shelter in Norwood, Massachusetts, captures the raw, incendiary magic that has made Connor a global touring phenomenon. Spanning a legendary 36-year career defined by explosive slide work and dynamic stage presence, the album features 10 sizzling tracks that rock from start to finish. It captures Connor and her powerhouse band at the absolute peak of their powers, delivering an uncompromising dose of fiery blues-rock and blistering slide guitar that has earned her millions of views online and the adoration of guitarists and blues fans worldwide.
Joanna Connor talks about the new record: This album brings to life what I believe needed to be heard, to witness what I have been honing and experiencing for decades. The unit here put in miles, both pleasant and tumultuous. The resulting alchemy was worth all of it.
FIERY SLIDE IS THE TRADEMARK OF THIS CHICAGO-BASED VIRTUOSA — GUITAR WORLD
ONE OF THE WORLD'S GREATEST BLUES ROCK GUITAR PLAYERS -BLUES ROCK REVIEW
Emerging from the fierce Chicago blues scene in the 1980s under the mentorship of icons like Buddy Guy and Dion Payton, Joanna Connor has carved out a unique legacy. Known for her astonishing speed, innovative slide technique, and soulful, grit-infused vocals, she has pushed the boundaries of the genre while remaining fiercely loyal to its roots.
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