M.C. Records is incredibly proud to announce the upcoming release of Live On 11/11 (MC-0097), the first-ever live recording from Chicago’s own Joanna Connor, universally recognized as the "Queen of Blues Rock Guitar." This historic release, recorded at The Fallout Shelter in Norwood Massachusetts, captures the raw, incendiary magic that has made Connor a global touring phenomenon. Spanning a legendary 36-year career defined by explosive slide work and dynamic stage presence.
Scheduled for release on August 21, 2026, Live On 11/11 features 10 sizzling tracks that rock from start to finish. The album captures Connor and her powerhouse band at the absolute peak of their powers, delivering an uncompromising dose of the fiery blues-rock and blistering slide guitar that has earned her millions of views online and the adoration of guitarists and blues fans worldwide.
Joanna Connor talks about the new record: This album brings to life what I believe needed to be heard, to witness what I have been honing and experiencing for decades. The unit here put in miles, both pleasant and tumultuous. The resulting alchemy was worth all of it.
It’s a cliché to call an artist a force of nature, but Connor is nothing less. — Ted Drozdowski, contributing editor, Premier Guitar
Fiery slide is the trademark of this Chicago Based Virtuopsa — Guitar World
One of the world's greatest Blues Rock Guitar Players- Blues Rock Review
Emerging from the robust Chicago blues scene in the 1980s under the mentorship of icons like Buddy Guy and Dion Payton, Joanna Connor has carved out a unique legacy. Known for her astonishing speed, innovative slide technique, and soulful, grit-infused vocals, she has pushed the boundaries of the genre while remaining fiercely loyal to its roots.
Click the photo to check out Joanna Connor's new website. Which includes her extensive touring schedule with stops in Chicago, New York City, Buffalo, Worcester, Sioux City, and many more.
Info: M.C. Records: Eight-time Grammy-nominated M.C. Records has been a premier independent home for blues, roots, and Americana music since 1991. With a roster that has included blues royalty and boundary-pushing artists alike, M.C. Records is dedicated to preserving the integrity of roots music while bringing it to modern audiences worldwide.
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