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Known to millions as the ‘Voice Of Rock‘, GLENN HUGHES, the legendary former bassist and singer of Deep Purple, Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame inductee and current frontman of rock supergroup Black Country Communion, has announced an eight-date UK tour for October.
OCTOBER 2025 TOUR DATES:
14 – Bristol, O2 Academy Bristol
15 – Portsmouth, Guildhall
17 – Wolverhampton, KK’s Steel Mill
18 – London, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
21 – Manchester, O2 Ritz
22 – Newcastle, Boiler Shop
24 – Nottingham, Rock City
25 – Glasgow, The Garage
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Kicking off on October 14th at O2 Academy Bristol, the run includes shows at London’s iconic O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire and Manchester’s O2 Ritz before wrapping up in Glasgow on October 25th.
‘The Chosen Years’ show promises to be a dynamic, turn-back-the-clocks, two-hour live extravaganza homage to his illustrious solo career, which spans five decades and features hits penned with some of the most influential bands and musicians in rock history, including Trapeze, Deep Purple, Iommi, Hughes/Thrall and Black Country Communion.
Glenn comments:
So happy to announce I shall be with you in October for a series of shows. I will be performing songs from my new album coming this August and a selection of my solo catalog songs, in addition to collaborations with other artists, spanning my entire career. It’s always good to return home, to spend some time with you, and see your smiling faces.
Featuring Glenn on lead vocals and bass guitar, Soren Anderson on guitar and drummer Ash Sheehan, the shows will be unmissable nights with a rock legend.
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Glenn Hughes, the former bassist and singer of Deep Purple, known to millions as the ‘Voice of Rock‘, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and the current front man for rock super group Black Country Communion, is pleased to announce that he will be performing hit songs from his fascinating career, that he has penned with some of the most influential bands and musicians in rock history.
NOVEMBER 2025
11 Opinião – Porto Alegre, BRAZIL
13 Mister Rock – Belo Horizonte, BRAZIL
14 Circo Voador – Rio De Janeiro, BRAZIL
16 Vip Station – São Paulo, BRAZIL
18 Tork n’ Roll – Curitiba, BRAZIL
20 Abbey Road – Mar Del Plata, ARGENTINA
21 Arena Sur – Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA
23 Club Paraguay – Córdoba, ARGENTINA
25 Teatro del Huerto – Salta, ARGENTINA
27 Teatro Coliseo – Santiago, CHILE
29 Teatro C.E.G – Bogota, COLOMBIA
The shows promise to be a dynamic, turn-back-the-clocks, two-hour live extravaganza homage to his illustrious career spanning 5 decades in music – including songs from Trapeze, Deep Purple, Hughes/Thrall, Iommi/Hughes and Black Country Communion – some of music history’s most seminal and influential rock and roll groups. Not only that, the shows will feature brand new music from Glenn’s upcoming solo album due for release in Summer 2025.
Glenn comments:
To all my fans in South America : This is a very special tour for me, and I’m thanking you for all the years of your incredible LOVE and support. You have my heart. I can’t wait to be with you ✌️
As well as Glenn on lead vocals and bass guitar, the touring band features Soren Anderson on guitar, and drummer Ash Sheehan.
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Glenn comments:
Really looking forward to hanging with you and seeing your smiling faces, on these meet and greets, to personally thank you for your love and support.
C.U soon ✌
Glenn Hughes, the former bassist and singer of Deep Purple, known to millions as the ‘Voice of Rock‘, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and the current front man for rock super group Black Country Communion, is pleased to announce that he will be performing hit songs from his fascinating career, that he has penned with some of the most influential bands and musicians in rock history.
SEPTEMBER 2025
03 | NL, ZOETERMEER, BOERDERIJ
04 | DE, HAMBURG, FABRIK
06 | DE, NEURUPPIN, KULTURHAUS STADTGARTEN
08 | PL, KRAKOW, STUDIO
10 | PL, WARSAW, PROGRESJA
12 | DE, DRESDEN, ALTER SCHLACHTHOF
14 | DE, LINDAU, CLUB VAUDEVILLE
16 | DE, NUREMBERG, HIRSCH
17 | DE, AUGSBURG, SPECTRUM
19 | NL, MAASTRICHT, MUZIEKGIETERIJ
20 | NL, NIJMEGEN, DOORNROOSJE
22 | DE, MANNHEIM, CAPITOL
24 | CH, PRATTELN, Z7
The show promises to be a dynamic, turn-back-the-clocks, two-hour live extravaganza homage to his illustrious career spanning 5 decades in music – including songs from Trapeze, Deep Purple, Hughes/Thrall, Iommi/Hughes and Black Country Communion – some of music history’s most seminal and influential rock and roll groups. Not only that, the show will feature brand new music from Glenn’s upcoming solo album due for release in Summer 2025.
Glenn comments:
I’m looking forward to sharing my new solo music with you and bringing back some classics to my setlist. Something beautiful is happening in 2025… the best is yet to come. See you in EUROPE in September.
As well as Glenn on lead vocals and bass guitar, the touring band features Soren Anderson on guitar, and drummer Ash Sheehan.
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The two classic Tony Iommi and Glenn Hughes ‘solo’ albums are getting a long overdue reissue – The 1996 DEP Sessions and Fused – both will be available on October 4th on Vinyl, CD and all major streaming platforms.
Glenn comments:
Yes, finally both albums re-released. Really enjoyed working on these with Tony. Great memories from these sessions, And so much fun
New double A side digital single featuring the tracks ‘Dopamine’ and ‘Resolution Song’, both taken from the Fused album.
New double A side digital single featuring the tracks ‘Gone’ and ‘Saviour of the Real’, taken from the The 1996 DEP Sessions and Fused albums respectively.
TONY IOMMI TO RELEASE SOLO RECORDINGS WITH GLENN HUGHES ON VINYL FOR THE FIRST TIME
‘THE 1996 DEP SESSIONS’ AND THE 2005 ‘FUSED’ ALBUM TO BE RELEASED ON LIMITED COLOURED VINYL, DIGISLEEVE CD AND DIGITAL ON OCTOBER 4TH VIA BMG.
LISTEN TO THE NEW DOUBLE A SIDE SINGLE ‘GONE’ / ‘SAVIOUR OF THE REAL’
AND PRE-ORDER HERE https://tonyiommi.lnk.to/depfusedPR
The relationship between iconic Black Sabbath guitarist Tony Iommi and English musician Glenn Hughes stretches far back into the mid-eighties. Best known for playing bass and performing vocals in the hard rock band Trapeze and in the Mk. III and IV line-ups of Deep Purple, Hughes sang on the 1986 Black Sabbath album ‘Seventh Star’. It was the twelth album from the fabled heavy metal originators and was initially intended to be the first solo release from Iommi, but record company and management pressures led to the album being billed as ‘Black Sabbath featuring Tony Iommi’. Despite these demands, the album was a commerical success and reached the Top 30 of the English charts. Glenn’s powerful, soulful voice complimented Iommi’s unique guitar style perfectly and even though the eighties was a turbulant time for Black Sabbath, it was clear that Iommi and Hughes would work together again in the future.
That time came in 1996 when Iommi once again collaborated with Hughes for a release that would become known as ‘The 1996 Dep Sessions’, recorded at DEP International Studios in Digbeth, Birmingham. The recordings were demos and were left unfinished due to the original line up of Black Sabbath reforming at the time. However, a bootleg recording known as ‘Eighth Star’ was circulated among fans so in 2004, to combat this, the session was eventually offically released.
After Black Sabbath’s 1995 album Forbidden, the band would go on hiatus. So when Tony and Glenn reunited in 1996 to record together, it was with a renewed creative vigour and ambition to take a step away from the signature Sabbath sound and forge a new direction. The results were a formidable, contemporary take on a classic rock sound with Glenn’s soaring vocals combined effortlessly with Iommi’s monolithic riffs. These eight songs sound as vital as the day they were recorded and are now being pressed on vinyl for the first time in limited Translucent Black Ice colour.
The official release of ‘1996 The Dep Sessions’ in 2004 proved to be a catalyst for Tony and Glenn, who rekindled their collaboration and within a year, released what would be Iommi’s third solo album in 2005. Titled ‘Fused’, the album was recorded at Monnow Valley Studios in Wales and saw Iommi sounding heavier than ever. The album is chock full of stomping, grinding riffs that saw Iommi tipping his hat to the metal genre he had helped spawn decades before. ‘Fused’ sounded completely modern for what was happening in heavy music at the time and still stands the test of time today. Once again, Glenn’s vocals glided effortlessly over Iommi’s earth-shattering six string attack. Produced, engineered and mixed by American record producer Bob Marlette (whose credits include everyone from Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper to Sheryl Crow), the album was a success and reached number 34 on Billboard’s Top Heatseekers Chart. ‘Fused’ is now reissued for the first time on Translucent Cobalt Blue vinyl and includes three bonus tracks.
In addition to being an active session musician, Hughes also maintains a notable solo career. He currently fronts the supergroup Black Country Communion, and fronted California Breed from 2013 to 2015 and The Dead Daisies from 2019 to 2023. In 2016, Hughes was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Deep Purple. Tony Iommi’s legendary status is assured and he continues to record new music to this day, always pushing the bounderies and staying ahead of the pack. It’s only right that these fantastic recordings from his solo years are being cut to wax for the first time for new and old fans to enjoy as well as new digisleeve CD and digital editions.
Pre-order ‘The 1996 Dep Sessions’ and ‘Fused’ HERE: https://tonyiommi.lnk.to/depfusedPR
The 1996 DEP Sessions
Fused
Photo (c) JOHN McMURTRIE
Glenn Hughes, the former bassist, and singer of Deep Purple, known to millions as the ‘Voice of Rock‘, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee is pleased to announce his live October 2024 shows in Australia.
‘Glenn Hughes Performs Classic Deep Purple Live – Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the album BURN‘ will see Glenn perform Deep Purple’s legendary rock album “BURN” along with Deep Purple MKIII and MKIV songs.
OCTOBER 2024
Saturday – 5th October – CANBERRA – The Baso
Sunday – 6th October – BRISBANE – The Back Room
Thursday – 10th October – SYDNEY – Factory Theatre
Saturday – 12th October – MELBOURNE – The Croxton
Sunday – 13th October – ADELAIDE – The Gov
Glenn comments:
Exciting news… really happy to announce my return to Australia 🇦🇺 in October 🔥 Can’t wait to be with you again 💜
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Hardline Media are very proud to announce – GLENN HUGHES – IN CONVERSATION
A very special sit-down event with the legendary Glenn Hughes. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear all the stories form the man himself from his time in Deep Purple, celebrating the album “Burn” for it’s 50th anniversary. Glenn is undertaking a Australian tour with his band to perform songs from Burn and others from his career, but he is also taking out 2 nights for these very special occasions.
Hosted by Paul Murphy from Utopia Records, don’t miss this opportunity to see Glenn up close and personal.
DATES
Thur 3rd October – Sydney – Crowbar
Fri 11th October – Melbourne – The Espy (Gerswhin Room)
Limited VIP meet and greet available, with a special tier for front row where you get to ask Glenn a question.
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GLENN HUGHES, the former bassist, and singer of Deep Purple, known to millions as the ‘Voice of Rock’, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, and the front man for rock super group BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION, is pleased to announce that he will be performing Deep Purple only material with his “GLENN HUGHES PERFORMS CLASSIC DEEP PURPLE LIVE” nationwide USA Fall tour in August / September 2024.
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The tour promises to be a dynamic, turn-back-the-clocks, two-hour live extravaganza homage to his tenure in MK-III and MK-IV incarnations of Deep Purple – one of music history’s most seminal and influential rock and roll groups.
Glenn comments:
Touring in the USA 🇺🇸 is a priority for me, & happy to announce the show’s upcoming in August & September.
This will be the last tour Stateside, with this setlist of Purple Classics.
I will return in 2025 with a retrospective show and new songs to be performed live. Music is the Healer 🧡
AUGUST 2024
30 THE COACH HOUSE – SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA
SEPTEMBER 2024
01 HOUSE OF BLUES – SAN DIEGO, CA
04 WAREHOUSE LIVE – HOUSTON, TX
06 GRANADA THEATER – DALLAS, TX
07 JO LONG THEATRE (CARVER COMMUNITY CULTURAL CENTER) – SAN ANTONIO, TX
10 JERGELS – WARRENDALE, PA
11 LANDIS THEATER – VINELAND, NJ
13 DUNELLEN THEATRE – DUNELLEN, NJ
14 STRAND THEATRE – HUDSON FALLS, NY
16 WINCHESTER MUSIC – LAKEWOOD, OH
17 THE VIXEN – MCHENRY, IL
19 WILDEY THEATRE – EDWARDSVILLE, IL
20 WILDEY THEATRE – EDWARDSVILLE, IL
22 MOZARK FESTIVAL – SEDALIA, MO Cancelled due to Weather
24 ORIENTAL THEATER – DENVER, CO
25 SUNSHINE STUDIOS LIVE – COLORADO SPRINGS, CO
27 THE CANYON – MONTCLAIR, CA
28 THE CANYON – AGOURA HILLS, CA
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BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION, the renowned rock supergroup featuring the talents of Glenn Hughes, Joe Bonamassa, Jason Bonham, and Derek Sherinian, proudly presents ‘Enlighten‘, the latest single from their much-anticipated fifth studio album, “V“, set for release on June 14th. Now available on all major streaming platforms, ‘Enlighten‘ is a masterpiece of lyrical depth and musical innovation, penned by Hughes and Bonamassa. The production, helmed by long-time collaborator Kevin Shirley, captures the essence of the band’s dynamic sound and evolving artistic expression.
‘Enlighten‘ explores themes of self-awareness and spiritual awakening, conveyed through Hughes’ emotive lyrics and the intricate guitar work of Bonamassa. Resonating with the band’s signature fusion of hard rock and soul-stirring blues, the song stands as a testament to Black Country Communion’s growth and mutual admiration, symbolizing their commitment to producing music that is authentic, heartfelt, and reflective of their shared experiences and vast musical expertise.
Formed by some of the most respected names in rock and blues and deeply rooted in both British and American classic hard-rock and blues-rock traditions, BLACK COUNTRY COMMUNION has earned a formidable reputation over the past 15 years, not only as phenomenal songwriters but as a compelling live act, renowned for their commitment to musical excellence and innovation. Released on the heels of their first U.S. concert in 13 years, ‘Enlighten‘ serves as an exciting glimpse into the full spectrum of what the album promises, heralding a vibrant new chapter for the band and their fans globally.
Following the critically acclaimed debut of their lead single ‘Stay Free‘, Black Country Communion, the celebrated rock supergroup featuring Glenn Hughes, Joe Bonamassa, Jason Bonham and Derek Sherinian, have unveiled ‘Red Sun‘, the second single from their eagerly awaited fifth studio album, “V“, released on June 14th, 2024.
Available now on all major streaming platforms, ‘Red Sun‘ showcases the collective genius of Hughes and Bonamassa, both in its powerful lyrics and profound musical composition. Produced by the group’s longtime collaborator, Kevin Shirley, the song is a testament to the group’s evolving sound and undeniable chemistry.
‘Red Sun‘ is a lyrical journey through the depths of the soul, echoing the struggles and revelations that come with life’s challenges. The song’s rich narrative and compelling melody are enhanced by the group’s signature blend of hard rock and blues, marking yet another milestone in their storied career. “This group allows me to embrace all of it,” comments Joe Bonamassa. “It’s funny because the four musicians here – everybody brings a certain thing to this that’s very specific. Every part is irreplaceable. For me, it’s about playing old-style rock guitar, loud.”
Glenn Hughes adds, “We make music for the five of us. We make music that we love and like, hoping it registers with everyone else. We don’t make it for record companies, or this guy or that guy.” Derek Sherinian credits producer Kevin Shirley for keeping the group’s creative energies focused, adding, “We got to give Kevin Shirley massive credit because he controls. He keeps it all flowing.”
‘Red Sun‘ is a profound piece in Black Country Communion’s discography, showcasing the group’s growth and mutual respect. It stands as a beacon of their shared philosophy – to create music that is authentic, heartfelt, and a reflection of their collective experiences and musical prowess.
As Black Country Communion gears up for the release of “V“, ‘Red Sun‘ serves as a compelling preview of what fans can expect from the album. The release follows the group’s first USA live performance in 13 years at the Culture Room in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA. This event, along with their appearance on the Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea cruise, signifies an exciting new chapter for the group and their fans around the world.
Glenn Hughes, Joe Bonamassa, Jason Bonham and Derek Sherinian Come Together To Release New Music For The First Time In Seven Years
Black Country Communion, the iconic rock supergroup featuring the talents of Glenn Hughes, Joe Bonamassa, Jason Bonham, and Derek Sherinian, is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of their highly anticipated fifth studio album, ‘V’, available worldwide on June 14. To celebrate, fans are treated to the immediate release of the album’s heavy funk lead single, “Stay Free“, out today on all major streaming platforms. You can pre-order the New Studio Album ‘V‘ today.
‘V‘ song listing:
01. Enlighten
02. Stay Free
03. Red Sun
04. Restless
05. Letting Go
06. Skyway
07. You’re Not Alone
08. Love And Faith
09. Too Far Gone
10. The Open Road
Produced by longtime collaborator Kevin Shirley, ‘V‘ marks a monumental chapter in the band’s storied career, embodying a renewed spirit and an evolution of their unmistakable sound. Shirley captures the essence of the band’s journey, stating, “For a band that started out as a collection of the best practitioners of their instruments, they very quickly found a unique sound. This time around, it has more purpose, the riffs are tougher, and there are hooks! Yes, hooks! It’s the most cohesive record, full of soul and grit, and I think this is the one that’s going to be the benchmark for Black Country Communion“. Glenn [Hughes] agrees, “In my opinion, we had the best time recording this record at Sunset Sound in Hollywood, tons of fun & a magical recording. Meet you inside the Music”.
“Stay Free“, the lead single, is a powerhouse track that blends hard rock’s raw energy with a heavy dose of blues, channeling the spirit of legends like AC/DC and Led Zeppelin. It sets the tone for what fans can expect from ‘V‘ – a testament to the band’s dynamic synergy and creative evolution.
Since their debut in 2010, Black Country Communion has delivered a series of critically acclaimed albums, each showcasing the group’s ability to fuse British blues-rock with American soul in a way that captivates audiences worldwide. Their return with ‘V‘ and the single “Stay Free” reaffirms their status as rock royalty and showcases their growth as musicians and storytellers.
Kevin Shirley’s insight into the recording process highlights the unique chemistry and camaraderie within the band. “When we convened in 2023 to start recording the album ‘V‘, it really was like picking up the day after the most recent gig,” Shirley reflects. “The camaraderie is immediately evident. Once they start playing, everyone is deadly serious, and the music sounds like this band, and nothing else sounds like it.”
‘V‘ is a milestone that celebrates the journey, talent, and vision of Black Country Communion. As the band embarks on this new chapter, they invite fans old and new to join them in experiencing the depth and power of ‘V‘ and the electrifying energy of “Stay Free“.
The news follows the announcement of the band’s upcoming performance at the Culture Room in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA on Sunday, March 17th, 2024. This rare appearance will be the first live performance in America from the band in over 11 years. Presented by Joe Bonamassa’s Keeping the Blues Alive Foundation, all profits from the concert will be donated to support music education and musicians in need. The band is also set to appear on the Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea music festival, sailing from Miami to Cozumel, Mexico from March 18-22, 2024.
