PHLIP SAYCE – NEW LIVE ALBUM “SCORCHED EARTH: VOLUME 2 LIVE IN LA / LONDON” RELEASED 1 MAY 2026 BY ATOMIC GEMINI RECORDS PRE-SAVE ON STREAMING PLATFORMS TURN IT UP. FEEL THE HEAT. STEP INTO THE FIRE. NEW SINGLE “MORNING STAR (LIVE)” OUT NOW ON ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS WATCH THE MUSIC VIDEO HERE SPECIAL GUESTS: TOM MORIARTY (ALL SHOWS) *CHANTEL MCGREGOR (HOLMFIRTH ONLY) Internationally acclaimed guitarist, singer, and songwriter Philip Sayce sets the stage ablaze once again with the announcement of his explosive new live album, Scorched Earth: Volume 2 Live in LA / London. To mark the news of the highly anticipated new live album, Sayce releases the album’s latest single, “Morning Star (Live),” available now on all streaming services alongside an official lyric which fans can watch on YouTube HERE. Pre-save the full digital album HERE. Captured during a triumphant run of sold-out performances at the legendary venue The Baked Potato in Los Angeles and a packed, over-capacity show at The Garage in London, Scorched Earth: Volume 2 Live in LA / London documents Sayce at the absolute peak of his powers. “Morning Star (Live)” follows the release of the album’s first single, “Peace Machine (Live)”, which debuted late last year and is already available on streaming services with an accompanying music video. Together, the two tracks offer a powerful preview of the raw intensity and emotional fire that define the full live album. A blistering continuation of the Scorched Earth series, Volume 2 delivers the fearless improvisation, volcanic guitar work, and deep emotional charge that have cemented Sayce’s reputation as one of the most revered guitarists of his generation. The record captures the undeniable chemistry between Sayce and his world-class band: Sam Bolle (bass) and Bryan Head (drums). Together, they unleash a sonic firestorm blending blues grit, psychedelic soul, and high-wire rock ‘n’ roll. Among the album’s defining moments are explosive renditions of “Once” and “Bitter Monday,” recorded live at The Baked Potato, along with a breathtaking rendition of Jimi Hendrix’s “Spanish Castle Magic,” performed during an unforgettable night at The Garage in London. It’s a fearless, transcendent take that channels and honours the spirit of Jimi Hendrix while unmistakably bearing Sayce’s signature tone and fire. The album’s sonic depth and clarity are elevated by GRAMMY Award-winning mixing engineer Mark Rains and GRAMMY Award-nominated mastering engineer Brian Lucey, ensuring every surge of the live experience hits with full force. “These shows were pure electricity,” says Sayce. “There’s something powerful about capturing a moment when the band, the songs, and the audience are completely locked in. LA and London brought that magic. We lit the fuse, and you can feel it.” Recorded in two of the world’s most iconic live music cities, Scorched Earth: Volume 2 Live in LA / London stands as a definitive testament to Philip Sayce’s standing as a modern torchbearer of blues-rock guitar. From searing solos and soulful vocals to thunderous rhythm section interplay, this is more than a live album; it is an event. With critics and fans consistently praising Sayce’s incendiary performances and emotional authenticity, Scorched Earth: Volume 2 Live in LA / London arrives as a must-hear release for guitar lovers and live music devotees worldwide.SCORCHED EARTH: VOLUME 2: LIVE IN LA / LONDON ALBUM TRACK LISTING 1. One Foot In The Grave (3:19) 2. Once (3:35) 3. Bitter Monday (5:52) 4. Peace Machine (9:30) 5. Lady Love Divine (3:56) 6. 5:55 (1:53) 7. Morning Star (5:07) 8. Spanish Castle Magic (5:07) |
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Photo by Marty Moffatt PHILIP SAYCE MAY/JUNE 2026 UK TOUR TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM THEGIGCARTEL.COM AND PHILIPSAYCE.COMSPECIAL GUESTS: TOM MORIARTY (ALL SHOWS) *CHANTEL MCGREGOR (HOLMFIRTH ONLY) BRISTOL, THE FLEECE TUESDAY 19 MAY 2026 Special guest: Tom Moriarty Tickets: The Gig Cartel 2 St Thomas St, Redcliffe, Bristol, BS1 6JJ https://thefleece.co.ukNOTTINGHAM, RESCUE ROOMS WEDNESDAY 20 MAY 2026 Special guest: Tom Moriarty Tickets: The Gig Cartel Masonic Pl, Goldsmith St, Nottingham, NG1 5LB www.rescuerooms.comHOLMFIRTH, PICTUREDROME FRIDAY 22 MAY 2026 *Special guests: Chantel McGregor and Tom Moriarty Tickets: The Gig Cartel Market Walk, Holmfirth, West Yorkshire, HD9 7DA www.picturedrome.netGLASGOW, ST LUKES SATURDAY 23 MAY 2026 Special guest: Tom Moriarty Tickets: The Gig Cartel Calton, 17 Bain St, Glasgow, G40 2JZ www.stlukesglasgow.comNEWCASTLE, ANARCHY BREW SUNDAY 24 MAY 2026 Special guest: Tom Moriarty Tickets: The Gig Cartel Benfield Business Park, Unit A1, Benfield Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 4NQ www.anarchybrewco.com/eventsBASINGSTOKE, HAYMARKET WEDNESDAY 27 MAY 2026 Special guest: Tom Moriarty Tickets: The Gig Cartel Wote St, Basingstoke RG21 7NW www.anvilarts.org.uk/visit-us/ THURSDAY 28 MAY 2026 Special guest: Tom Moriarty Tickets: The Gig Cartel Charter Square St, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD www.theapex.co.uk CHESTER, THE LIVE ROOMS CARDIFF, THE GLOBE ABOUT PHILIP SAYCE Born in Wales, raised in Canada, and based in Los Angeles, Philip Sayce is a global force in blues-rock and one of the most electrifying live performers of his generation. In March 2024, he was officially named one of the “Greatest Blues Guitarists of All Time” in Total Guitar/Guitar World magazine’s prestigious Top 100 list. With a career that spans decades, Sayce first rose to international prominence touring with Jeff Healey and performing at the Montreux Jazz Festival. His guitar work appears on Melissa Etheridge’s Academy Award-winning anthem “I Need to Wake Up,” and on Uncle Kracker’s Billboard record-setting album No Stranger to Shame. From sold-out headline shows across the globe to tens of millions of streams, Sayce has built a body of work defined by fearless innovation, soulful authenticity, and unmistakable tone. Whether in the studio or on stage, his musicianship remains raw, emotional, and unfiltered — honouring the blues while pushing it boldly into the future. |
