Kenny Wayne Shepherd Releases New Album ‘Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol. 2’

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Releases New Album ‘Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol. 2’ with the Driving Single “Never Made It to Memphis”

The Album, Out Now via Mascot/Provogue Records,
Concludes a Two-Part Blues-Rock Journey

Watch the Lyric Video for “Never Made It To Memphis” HERE
Stream ‘Dirt On My Diamonds, Volume 2’ HERE

Multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated blues-rock guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd has just unveiled his latest album, Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol. 2, out now via Mascot/Provogue Records. This release marks the culmination of a creative journey that began with last year’s Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol. 1, delivering a double-album experience that pushes the boundaries of modern blues-rock while staying true to its roots.

Highlighting the new album is the infectious single “Never Made It To Memphis” is a driving, soul-infused track that comes with a captivating lyric video. It tells a lighthearted tale of a man on a whirlwind pursuit of love across the States, full of twists and unexpected detours. Shepherd explains, “It’s a pursuit situation that never works out. Every turn the guy takes, nothing pans out exactly the way he thinks it’s going to. But in the end, he winds up with the girl, so everything is OK, regardless of all the wrong turns in the journey.”

Blending his blues-rock roots with an uptempo groove, Shepherd crafts a narrative that resonates with humor and soul. The song captures the spirit of classic rock ‘n’ roll, where every misstep leads to a new adventure. Its lyrics paint a vivid picture of the journey, describing a “hellbent mission” with the protagonist as a “black sheep child raised on rock and roll.” Despite never quite reaching his intended destinations—whether it’s Memphis, Detroit, or Austin—he ultimately finds what he’s been chasing: “I never made it to Memphis, but girl, I made it to you.”

Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol. 2 serves as a continuation of the sonic exploration Shepherd embarked upon with Vol. 1, featuring songs written and crafted at the legendary FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. This album is filled with standout tracks like the brooding “Long Way Down” and the introspective “My Guitar Is Crying,” showcasing the diverse moods and textures that define Shepherd’s sound.

Speaking about the two-part project, Shepherd notes, “These are two unique albums that stand on their own, but together, they make for such a compelling package. We had creative momentum on our side, so we just wanted to keep it rolling.”

The tracklist of Dirt On My Diamonds, Vol. 2 roars to life with the purposeful stomp of “I Got A Woman” and continues through a captivating blend of rock, blues, and soul, culminating in tracks like “Pressure” and the vibrant cover of ZZ Top’s “She Loves My Automobile.”

Kenny Wayne Shepherd continues his journey across the country with a packed tour schedule, including his participation in the Experience Hendrix Tour. For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.kennywayneshepherd.net.

‘Dirt On My Diamonds, Volume 2’ by Kenny Wayne Shepherd
1. I Got A Woman
2. The Middle
3. My Guitar Is Crying
4. Long Way Down
5. Never Made It To Memphis
6. Watch You Go
7. Pressure
8. She Loves My Automobile

Kenny Wayne Shepherd – Tour Dates
Thursday, September 12th – Arcada Theatre – St Charles, IL
Friday, September 13th – GLC Live at 20 Monroe – Grand Rapids, MI
Saturday, September 14th – The Factory – Chesterfield, MO
Thursday, September 19th – Experience Hendrix – Seattle, WA
Friday, September 20th – Experience Hendrix – Spokane, WA
Saturday, September 21st – Experience Hendrix – Forest Grove, OR
Sunday, September 22nd – Experience Hendrix – Reno, NV
Wednesday, September 25th – Experience Hendrix – Santa Rosa, CA
Thursday, September 26th – Experience Hendrix – Saratoga, CA
Friday, September 27th – Experience Hendrix – Las Vegas, NV
Saturday, September 28th – Experience Hendrix – Highland, CA
Sunday, September 29th – Experience Hendrix – Tucson, AZ
Tuesday, October 1st – Experience Hendrix – Anaheim, CA
Thursday, October 3rd – Experience Hendrix – San Diego, CA
Friday, October 4th – Experience Hendrix – Mesa, AZ
Saturday, October 5th – Experience Hendrix – Albuquerque, NM
Sunday, October 6th – Experience Hendrix – Colorado Springs, CO
Wednesday, October 9th – Experience Hendrix – San Antonio, TX
Thursday, October 10th – Experience Hendrix – Houston, TX
Friday, October 11th – Experience Hendrix – Fort Worth, TX
Saturday, October 12th – Experience Hendrix – Tulsa, OK
Sunday, October 13th – Experience Hendrix – Shreveport, LA
Tuesday, October 15th – Experience Hendrix – Nashville, TN
Wednesday, October 16th – Experience Hendrix – Evans, GA
Thursday, October 17th – Experience Hendrix – Clearwater, FL
Friday, October 18th – Experience Hendrix – Pompano Beach, FL
Saturday, October 19th – Experience Hendrix – St. Augustine, FL