Ross Harding Announces ‘Graveyard Blues’ Single Release
South African guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Ross Harding announces Blues Shadows, a three-part release exploring the darker edges of the blues through his distinctive style of Dark Blues — cinematic yet raw, minimal and atmospheric.
London— Today UK-based Dark Blues artist Ross Harding Announces ‘Graveyard Blues’ Single Release.
Released as a sequence of singles, the project unfolds across:
“John The Revelator” — 1 May (Out Now)
“Graveyard Blues” — 5 June
“If I Had Possession Over Judgement Day” — 10 July
Graveyard Blues is an atmospheric and cinematic reinterpretation of one of the Blues’ oldest themes: the mythology of the crossroads and the sacrifices that accompany a life’s calling.
Drawing inspiration from the folklore surrounding Robert Johnson, the song explores the personal cost of pursuing authentic artistic expression. Rather than seeking wealth, fame or fortune, its narrator is driven by a deeper need to create — to follow a path that is often uncertain, demanding and difficult to explain.
At the heart of the song is the line, “Signed the page in blood so I could sing these Blues” – a vow to the craft itself. The act of sacrifice is artistic rather than material — a willingness to give parts of oneself in pursuit of something honest, meaningful and enduring.
Rich with haunting imagery and melancholy textures, Graveyard Blues reflects on devotion, perseverance and the pieces of ourselves we leave behind in the pursuit of meaningful art. It is a song about commitment to a craft, and the sacrifices made.
Built around voice, dark and weighty acoustic guitar and slide, Blues Shadows strips the music back to its essence while drawing on themes of the prophetic, artistic sacrifice, power, faith, desire and consequence. The performances are intimate and unvarnished, capturing a sense of tension and immediacy that runs through each track.
Entirely self-produced, the record carries a depth and weight in its acoustic guitar sound that sets it apart — a modern, heavy approach to a traditionally stripped format, where tone, space and performance drive the production.
From the stark, prophetic tone of John The Revelator, to the personal weight of Graveyard Blues, and the darker, more confrontational edge of If I Had Possession Over Judgement Day, the release moves between confession, warning and internal struggle.
Blues Shadows marks a defining moment in Harding’s Dark Blues Revival — a modern take on the genre rooted in tradition but driven by mood, space and emotional weight.
Featured in Blues in Britain, Blues Rock Review and more, Ross Harding continues to build a growing audience across the UK with his distinctive sound and live performances.
Pre-Save “Graveyard Blues” Here: https://artists.landr.com/GraveyardBlues
The release will be supported by the ‘Blues Shadows’ 2026 UK and European Tour with ‘The Dark Blues Revival’ 2027 Tour currently being booked.
New dates will be announced once confirmed on an ongoing basis throughout the year. Keep an eye on Ross’s socials and his official LinkTree!
Ticket links and details can be found below.
“The thing which sets Ross Harding apart from his contemporaries, is the primal and primitive feel of his songs, his voice and his playing.” – Taken from Album Review by Andy Sharrocks of Get Ready To Rock
“‘Me & Lucifer,’ with its train track rhythm and heavy acoustic boogie, is a great example of Ross Harding’s ability to take a more traditional blues style and give it a darker, modern edge.” – Taken from an album review by Ross Muir of Fabrications HQ
No Ross Harding live show is alike, with his musical skills and versatility being showcased in three unique formats: Solo Acoustic Performance, Blues Shadows Band and Dark Blues Revival Band. Much like John Mayer’s 2008 release ‘Where The Light Is: Live In Los Angeles’, this approach allows people to fully experience Ross Harding’s songwriting, guitar talents, and captivating stage presence.
Solo Acoustic Performance –
Looper-based, atmospheric cinematic. A stripped, immersive set where guitar, voice and texture build a full sound in real time.
- For fans of acoustic music, blues rock, and artists like Chris Cornell, Glenn Hughes & Myles Kennedy
Blues Shadows Band –
Hybrid acoustic/electric, cinematic and controlled. A dynamic, stripped-back sound that leans into space, mood and tension while retaining depth and impact.
- For fans of “MTV’s Unplugged,” Nirvana, Alice In Chains, acoustic music, blues & blues rock, and artists like Chris Cornell, Glenn Hughes / Black Country Communion & Myles Kennedy
Ross Harding And The Dark Blues Revival Band (Electric Band) –
Electric trio, heavier, high-energy. A modern, hard-edged take on the blues with driving grooves, powerful vocals and a raw, amplified feel.
- For fans of high energy rock & roll, blues rock, and artists like Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Soundgarden, Joe Bonamassa, Glenn Hughes/Black Country Communion, Slash and Myles Kennedy.
Influenced by classic blues and modern interpretations, Ross Harding’s “Dark Blues” blends tradition with a cinematic, contemporary edge.
‘The Blue Shadows’ 2026 European and UK Tour:
Date: Saturday 14th June 2026 (Blues For Brain Tumors Solo Acoustic Performance)
Venue Address: The Picturedrome, 222 Kettering Road, Northampton NN1 4BN
Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blues-for-brain-tumours-2026-tickets-1982871987492?aff=oddtdtcreator
Date: Sunday 21st June 2026
Venue Address: The Louisiana, Wapping Rd, Bathurst Terrace, Bristol BS1 6UA
Ticket Link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/3607
Date: Sunday 28th June 2026 (The House Of Blues Sessions)
Venue Address: Chiddingfold Village Hall, Coxcombe Ln, Chiddingfold, Godalming GU8 4QA
Ticket Link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/3399
Date: Thursday 30th July 2026
Venue Address: Hanger Farm Arts Centre, Aikman Ln, Totton, Southampton SO40 8FT
Ticket Link: https://hangerfarm.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173664298
Date: Friday 14th August 2026 (Blues Shadows Band Acoustic Trio)
Venue Address: Fiery Bird, 32 Goldsworth Road, Woking, England, GU21 6JT
Ticket Link: https://www.phoenixculturalcentre.org.uk/events/rosshardingbluesshadows
Date: Saturday 15th August 2026 (Ross Harding Solo Acoustic Headline Date)
Venue Address: Nelly’s Retro & Vintage, Unit 7 Western Rd, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 0AH
Ticket Link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/3779
Date: Sunday 23rd August 2026 (Ross Harding Solo Acoustic Headline Date with Special Guest Dave Packham)
Venue Address: The Brunswick, 1 Holland Rd, Brighton and Hove, Hove BN3 1JF
Ticket Link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/3911
Date: Friday 28th August 2026 (Ross Harding Solo Acoustic Headline Date)
Venue Address: Riff Factory, Stoke On Trent, ST4 4HS
Ticket Link: https://www.gigantic.com/ross-harding-tickets/stoke-on-trent-riff-factory/2026-08-28-19-30
Date: Saturday 12th September 2026 (Ross Harding Solo Acoustic Headline Date)
Venue Address: St James Wine Vaults, 10 St James’s St, Bath BA1 2TW
Ticket Link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/3649
Date: Saturday 19th September 2026 (Ross Harding Solo Acoustic Headline Date with Special Guest John Montana)
Venue Address: Lloyd & Platt and Kamera Ballroom, 617 Wilbraham Rd, Chorlton-cum-Hardy, Manchester M21 9AN
Ticket Link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/3919
Date: Thursday 24th September 2026 (Ross Harding and The Dark Blues Revival Full Band)
Venue Address: Ram Jam Records, 46b Richmond Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT2 5EE
Ticket Link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/3809
Date: Sunday 27th September 2026 (Sunday Sessions An Afternoon With Ross Harding and The Dark Blues Revival Full Band) Doors Open at 1.00pm (UK Time) with Rustic Crust Pizzas Available.
Venue Address: The Motorsport Lounge, Builder St, Llandudno LL30 1DR
Ticket Link: Coming Soon
Date: Thursday 1st October 2026 (Ross Harding and The Dark Blues Revival Band Show)
Venue Address: The Spring Arts & Heritage Centre, 56 East St, Havant PO9 1BS
Ticket Link: Coming Soon
Date: Thursday 15th October 2026 (Ross Harding Solo Acoustic Special Guest to Erja Lyytinen)
Venue Address: The Half Moon, 93 Lower Richmond Rd., London SW15 1EU
Ticket Link: https://tickets.halfmoon.co.uk/events/2026-10-15-erja-lyytinen-half-moon-putney
Date: Friday 16th October 2026 (Ross Harding Solo Acoustic Special Guest to Erja Lyytinen)
Venue Address: The Old Brewery Store, Mill Pl, Faversham ME13 7DY
Date: Tuesday 10th November 2026 (Ross Harding and The Dark Blues Band Special Guest To Jack J Hutchinson)
Venue Address: The Coulsdon Club, 194 Brighton Rd, Coulsdon, Greater London CR5 2NF
Ticket Link: https://www.thetuesdaynightmusicclub.co.uk/buy-your-tickets.html
Date: Sunday 15th November 2026 (2.30pm Start. Afternoon Ross Harding and The Dark Blues Revival Full Band Performance)
Venue Address: The Seagull Theatre Lowestoft, Morton Rd, Pakefield, Lowestoft NR33 0JH
Ticket Link: https://theseagull.co.uk/seagull_shows/ross-harding-blues-shadows-live-experience/
The Dark Blues Revival Tour 2027
Date: Saturday 24th April 2027 (Solo Acoustic Headline Date)
Venue Address: Bromsgrove Arts, Fairfield Village Hall, Stourbridge Road, Fairfield, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 9LZ
Ticket Link: https://bromsgrovearts.org.uk/event/ross-harding/
(More Dates To Be Announced)
Biography:
Ross Harding is an acclaimed Blues Rock Musician from Johannesburg, South Africa, currently based in the UK.
As a songwriter and performing artist, he personifies rich, powerful vocal abilities with mesmerizing guitar skills, gaining international industry recognition for his commanding blend of blues and rock music, reminiscent of the classic rock, grunge & blues artists of the past.
A prolific performing artist, his versatile stage performances range from a deeply soulful solo acoustic artist to a high energy blues rocker, whose experience is that of an artist much older than he. A seasoned touring musician, he has played hundreds of shows in clubs, festivals, and notable venues in his decade-long professional career. Ross Harding continues to push boundaries in his redefining approach to the blues rock genre.
“…a remarkable dark and moving depth…an experience that starts with his cracked, soulful and incredibly emotive voice which has a surprising turn of range to it…With a crisp and clear production, the subtleties of guitar and vocals are beautifully balanced…sometimes you just need to go back to your musical roots, and it’s rather fantastic that it’s taken a gentleman half my age to remind me of that fact.”
– SIMON BLACK (United Kingdom)
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