Samantha Fish, the genre-defying blues-rock powerhouse, proudly announces the return of her Shake 'Em On Down Tour for its second annual edition. Fish will again headline an electrifying lineup showcasing the best in modern blues. This year's tour features Grammy-nominated Cedric Burnside, a North Mississippi Hill Country Blues torchbearer, and the return of blues-punk legend Jon Spencer.
Last year's tour received widespread acclaim, with Blues Rock Review calling it "an unstoppable celebration of everything gritty, soulful, and energetic about blues today." No Depression praised Fish's headlining role, describing her as "the perfect blend of raw energy and technical mastery." The 2024 lineup, with Burnside and Spencer joining Fish, is set to surpass expectations, with Fish once again leading the charge.
New Single Offers a Haunting Rendition of the Screamin' Jay Hawkins Classic
In addition to the tour announcement, Fish releases her powerful reimagining of Screamin' Jay Hawkins's classic "I Put a Spell on You" on Oct 4. Known for her fiery guitar skills and captivating vocal delivery, Fish injects the iconic track with her signature grit and emotional intensity.
"I've always loved how intense and theatrical this song is," Fish explains. "It gave me the perfect opportunity to dig into the darker, more haunting side of my sound."
This single follows Fish's recent three-song EP, which featured alternate versions of fan favorites "Faster," "Crowd Control," and "Better Be Lonely." While studio work allows Fish to push creative boundaries, she insists, "the stage is where the real magic happens. I connect with the audience in a way that transforms the music into something alive."
European Tour Underway
Samantha Fish's much-anticipated European tour is now in full swing. Kicking off on Oct 4 in Birmingham, UK, the tour makes stops in major cities across the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands. This marks the latest in a year filled with significant performances, including Fish's participation in the Experience Hendrix tour, where she shared the stage with blues icons like Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Christone "Kingfish" Ingram.
Supporting Fish on her UK tour dates is the rising UK band Zac Schulze Gang, adding another layer of excitement to the shows. Known for their raw, high-energy performances, the Zac Schulze Gang's gritty sound perfectly complements Fish's modern take on the blues. The band will open the UK shows, bringing their youthful energy to nationwide audiences.
Ruf Records 30th Anniversary Tour Celebrating Three Decades of Blues Innovation
Come November, Fish will headline the Ruf Records 30th Anniversary Tour, beginning Nov 7 in Pittsburgh. This special tour honors the label's three-decade legacy and its contributions to modern blues. Fish will be joined by blues legends Canned Heat, Mitch Ryder, Bernard Allison, and Ghalia Volt.
"It's an honor to be part of this incredible lineup and to continue pushing the boundaries of the genre," says Fish, a longtime artist with the Ruf Records banner.
Critical Acclaim for Samantha Fish
Samantha Fish continues gaining widespread recognition as a leading voice in contemporary blues. Guitar World hails her as "one of the most promising young blues performers," while No Depression praises her genre-blending abilities, stating she can "take you on a journey through country, blow your blues away, or slam you with some raucous rock." Garden & Gun lauds her as "one of the new guitar greats," and Guitarist Magazine declares, "Samantha Fish is a force to be reckoned with."
Europe - Bulletproof Tour
Oct 4 Birmingham, UK Town Hall
Oct 5 Brighton, UK Chalk
Oct 6 London, UK Koko
Oct 7 Norwich, UK Epic Studios
Oct 8 Cardiff, UK Tramshed
Oct 9 Bath, UK Komedia
Oct 10 Leeds, UK Project House
Oct 11 Nottingham, UK Rock City
Oct 12 Newcastle, UK Boiler Shop
Oct 13 Edinburgh, UK Queen's Hall
Oct 15 Arnhem, NL Luxor Live
Oct 16 Groningen, NL Oosterpoort
Oct 17 Den Haag, NL Paard
Oct 18 Enschede, NL Metropool
Oct 19 Worpswede, DE Music Hall
Oct 20 Cologne, DE Kantine
Oct 21 Hamburg, DE Fabrik
Oct 22 Berlin, DE Hole 44
Ruf 30th Anniversary Tour
Nov 7 Pittsburgh, PA Carnegie Music Hall of Homestead
Nov 8 Warren, OH Robins Theatre
Nov 9 Cincinnati, OH Ludlow Garage
Nov 10 St. Charles, IL Arcada Theatre
Nov 11 Columbus, OH Bluestone
Nov 15 Virginia Beach, VA Elevation 27
Nov 16 Hopewell, VA Beacon Theatre
Nov 20 Washington, D.C. Warner Theatre
Nov 21 Glenside, PA Keswick Theatre
Nov 22 Jim Thorpe, PA Penn's Peak
Nov 23 New York, NY Sony Hall
Nov 24 Beverly, MA Cabot Theatre
Shake 'Em On Down Tour
Dec 10 Portland, OR Revolution Hall
Dec 11 Seattle, WA The Crocodile
Dec 13 Grass Valley, CA Center for the Arts
Dec 14 Monterey, CA Golden State Theatre
Dec 16 San Francisco, CA The Fillmore
Dec 18 San Juan Capistrano, CA The Coach House
Dec 19 Ventura, CA Majestic Ventura Theater
Dec 20 Del Mar, CA The Sound
Dec 21 Los Angeles, CA Fonda Theatre
New Year's Tour
Dec 29 Jacksonville, FL Florida Theatre
Dec 30 Orlando, FL Plaza Live
Dec 31 Clearwater, FL Capitol Theatre
