Joanne Shaw Taylor Unveils New Single 'Black & Gold', A Bold Reimagining of Sam Sparro’s Iconic Hit

Acclaimed blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Joanne Shaw Taylor has just released her latest single, ‘Black & Gold‘, available now on all major streaming platforms. This soulful, blues-gospel rendition breathes new life into Sam Sparro’s 2008 Grammy nominated hit, showcasing Joanne’s unique ability to reimagine modern classics with a timeless sound.

Stream the new single on all digital platforms – here

Produced by Kevin Shirley (The Black Crowes, Aerosmith), Joanne’s powerful vocals and emotive interpretation transform ‘Black & Gold‘ into a compelling, classic-sounding track that balances modern sensibilities with an almost retro feel. “I always loved the desperation of the lyrics and thought it could make a great Blues/Gospel song if performed differently,” Joanne shares. “I played my version to Kevin Shirley in the studio, and fortunately, he heard the same thing I did.”

‘Black & Gold‘ is the latest in a series of singles Joanne has been steadily releasing since her critically acclaimed album ‘Heavy Soul‘ (review here), which debuted at #2 on the Billboard Blues Album chart. Most recently she released ‘Hold of My Heart’ featuring Sav Madigan, which marked the first release from a slate of material Joanne is set to unveil over the next year, signalling an exciting new chapter.

Joanne has embraced a prolific approach to her music, releasing new singles that continue to resonate with both long-time fans and new listeners alike. Her partnership with Journeyman Records allows Joanne to bypass traditional album cycles, delivering a steady stream of fresh, high-quality music that cuts through the industry noise and keeps her audience engaged.

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Wednesday, October 23 – Carmel, IN – The Palladium
Thursday, October 24 – Springfield, MO – Gillioz Theatre
Friday, October 25 – Kansas City, MO – Folly Theater
Monday, October 28 – Boulder, CO – Boulder Theater
Tuesday, October 29 – Salt Lake City, UT – Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center
Thursday, October 31 – Boise, ID – The Egyptian Theatre
Friday, November 1 – Spokane, WA – The Bing
Saturday, November 2 – Beaverton, OR – Patricia Reser Center For The Arts
Monday, November 4 – Seattle, WA – The Neptune Theatre
Wednesday, November 6 – Menlo Park, CA – The Guild Theatre
Thursday, November 7 – Sacramento, CA – Crest Theatre
Friday, November 8 – Napa, CA – Uptown Theatre Napa

Sunday, November 10 – Montclair, CA – The Canyon Montclair
Wednesday, November 13 – Cerritos, CA – Cerritos Center For The Performing Arts
Thursday, November 14 – Phoenix, AZ – Celebrity Theatre
Sunday, November 17 – Oklahoma City, OK – Tower Theatre OKC
Tuesday, November 19 – Austin, TX – ACL Live at The Moody Theater
Wednesday, November 20 – San Antonio, TX – Charline McCombs Empire Theatre
Friday, November 22 – Arlington, TX – Arlington Music Hall
Saturday, November 23 – Houston, TX – The Heights Theater
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