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Giles Robson to Release Nine Blues Originals on July 3, 2026
On July 3 2026, British blues harmonica virtuoso and singer Giles Robson will launch Nine Blues Originals, an independent release that will hit CD, LP and digital platforms.
The new album follows Robson’s award‑winning live, acoustic interpretations, Seven Blues Classics (2024) and Ten Chicago Blues Classics (2025). While those records revisited classic blues songs, Nine Blues Originals turns the spotlight on nine fresh compositions that trace the guitarist’s own path through the blues and pay homage to Memphis Slim and the late Joe Louis Walker.
The track list is: 1. Cheap & Blended 2. Me & My Righteous Girl 3. I Ain’t Got A Dog In That Fight 4. Town To Town (For Memphis Slim) 5. Your Dirty Look & Your Sneaky Grin 6. Never Too Clever For The Blues 7. The G.R. Shuffle 8. Miss Heaven & Go To Hell 9. Blues For Joe Louis Walker
Robson’s previous releases earned him a DownBeat Album of the Year nod and the Blues Blast Acoustic Album of the Year award. With Nine Blues Originals, he moves from covering standards to presenting his own songwriting, drawing on decades of touring and performing. The songs are anchored in acoustic textures and emotional storytelling, echoing the intimate atmosphere of his stage show Up Close With The Blues, which sold out ten nights at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and has continued to tour internationally.
Guitarist Manny Fizzotti returns as Robson’s partner on the new record. Fizzotti, praised for his work on Seven Blues Classics, supplies a subtle, richly textured acoustic foundation throughout the album. The collaboration recalls praise from Alligator Records founder Bruce Iglauer, who described Fizzotti’s playing as possessing a “real blues feeling” and “good taste.”
Several fan‑favorites are re‑recorded in acoustic duo versions, such as “Your Dirty Look & Your Sneaky Grin” and “The G.R. Shuffle.” “Town To Town (For Memphis Slim)” reimagines Memphis Slim’s classic “Boogin’ & Bluesin’” through Robson’s touring experience across more than 18 countries a year. The closing instrumental, “Blues For Joe Louis Walker,” serves as a heartfelt tribute to the late guitarist, who was a mentor and friend to Robson.
The album was mixed and mastered by Arnaud Fradin at Mojo Hand Studios in Nantes, France. Fradin’s work delivers a warm, detailed sound that highlights the nuances of Robson’s harmonica playing and vocal delivery.
Nine Blues Originals marks a new chapter for Robson, offering original material that remains firmly grounded in the blues tradition while showcasing his growth as a songwriter. The release adds to a body of work that has earned Robson recognition as one of today’s most respected blues musicians.
The album will be available to purchase and stream on July 3 2026, with physical copies distributed through independent channels and digital distribution via major streaming services. Robson’s official website, www.gilesrobson.com, provides further information and pre‑order options.
In summary, Nine Blues Originals marks the next milestone in Giles Robson’s career, delivering nine new blues compositions that honor the genre’s heritage while advancing his personal artistic voice. The album’s release on July 3 2026 will be the focus of Robson’s upcoming promotional activities and touring schedule.
The new album follows Robson’s award‑winning live, acoustic interpretations, Seven Blues Classics (2024) and Ten Chicago Blues Classics (2025). While those records revisited classic blues songs, Nine Blues Originals turns the spotlight on nine fresh compositions that trace the guitarist’s own path through the blues and pay homage to Memphis Slim and the late Joe Louis Walker.
The track list is: 1. Cheap & Blended 2. Me & My Righteous Girl 3. I Ain’t Got A Dog In That Fight 4. Town To Town (For Memphis Slim) 5. Your Dirty Look & Your Sneaky Grin 6. Never Too Clever For The Blues 7. The G.R. Shuffle 8. Miss Heaven & Go To Hell 9. Blues For Joe Louis Walker
Robson’s previous releases earned him a DownBeat Album of the Year nod and the Blues Blast Acoustic Album of the Year award. With Nine Blues Originals, he moves from covering standards to presenting his own songwriting, drawing on decades of touring and performing. The songs are anchored in acoustic textures and emotional storytelling, echoing the intimate atmosphere of his stage show Up Close With The Blues, which sold out ten nights at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and has continued to tour internationally.
Guitarist Manny Fizzotti returns as Robson’s partner on the new record. Fizzotti, praised for his work on Seven Blues Classics, supplies a subtle, richly textured acoustic foundation throughout the album. The collaboration recalls praise from Alligator Records founder Bruce Iglauer, who described Fizzotti’s playing as possessing a “real blues feeling” and “good taste.”
Several fan‑favorites are re‑recorded in acoustic duo versions, such as “Your Dirty Look & Your Sneaky Grin” and “The G.R. Shuffle.” “Town To Town (For Memphis Slim)” reimagines Memphis Slim’s classic “Boogin’ & Bluesin’” through Robson’s touring experience across more than 18 countries a year. The closing instrumental, “Blues For Joe Louis Walker,” serves as a heartfelt tribute to the late guitarist, who was a mentor and friend to Robson.
The album was mixed and mastered by Arnaud Fradin at Mojo Hand Studios in Nantes, France. Fradin’s work delivers a warm, detailed sound that highlights the nuances of Robson’s harmonica playing and vocal delivery.
Nine Blues Originals marks a new chapter for Robson, offering original material that remains firmly grounded in the blues tradition while showcasing his growth as a songwriter. The release adds to a body of work that has earned Robson recognition as one of today’s most respected blues musicians.
The album will be available to purchase and stream on July 3 2026, with physical copies distributed through independent channels and digital distribution via major streaming services. Robson’s official website, www.gilesrobson.com, provides further information and pre‑order options.
In summary, Nine Blues Originals marks the next milestone in Giles Robson’s career, delivering nine new blues compositions that honor the genre’s heritage while advancing his personal artistic voice. The album’s release on July 3 2026 will be the focus of Robson’s upcoming promotional activities and touring schedule.