Joe Bonamassa never disappoints, and his latest album, ‘Time Clocks,’ is no exception, earning it a five-star rating from us! The blues-rock master knocks it out of the park once more, and his admirers who are hearing this album for the first time will think it’s Christmas morning.
This new album, which contains ten all-mighty booming blues tracks, is carved from a different cloth! It begins with a steady ascent to the goodies in ‘Pilgrimage,’ effortlessly flowing into ‘Notches,’ Bonamassa’s distinctive riff-rock rapidly raises endorphin levels. His guitar smacks the cheeks like a pissed-off lover, and he doesn’t hold back with his prowess, giving charm right away.
Powerful Guitar And Vocal Performance By Joe Bonamassa
After four tracks, we reach the album’s lead track, ‘Time Clocks.’ It’s an adventure that leaves an impression. Moreover, the guitar tones soothe the ears with various twists and turns ranging from frontal rock to melancholic hooks. Joe leaps to the top with a powerful vocal performance. He demonstrates that he is not just a talented guitarist but also a fantastic vocalist.
The seventh track, ‘Curtain Call,’ is exuberant. The energy Joe has been storing up his sleeve bursts out like a tap, and the power is palpable. The drums are stadium-quality, and the layers of guitars add even more omnipotence to the experience; this one will be a dream for guitar players, who will be heading straight to ultimate guitar to get a piece of the action.
‘Known Unknowns’ brings the album to a close. It’s delightful in the same way that the previous tracks were! Also, an organ makes an appearance, providing considerably more weight to the compound’s already formidable strength.
You can take a listen to ‘Time Clocks’ by Joe Bonamassa below. Also, be sure to let us know your thoughts on this new release by commenting beneath this article. As always, we love to hear your feedback. So, do you think that this is one of the best albums from Joe Bonamassa?
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