Five new songs released ahead of “B.B. King’s Blues Summit 100”

Joe Bonamassa has released Vol. V of B.B. King’s Blues Summit 100, unveiling the final five tracks ahead of the full album’s arrival on February 6 via KTBA Records. The new installment completes the monthly rollout of the centennial tribute honoring the legacy of B.B. King.

The latest volume features “Three O’Clock Blues” featuring Marc Broussard, “How Blue Can You Get” featuring Warren Haynes, “Ghetto Woman” featuring Ivan Neville, “Never Make A Move Too Soon” featuring Dion, and “When My Heart Beats Like A Hammer” featuring Dannielle De Andrea. The songs spotlight key moments from King’s catalog, interpreted by artists closely connected to the blues tradition.

Leading the release is “Three O’Clock Blues,” King’s first-ever single, reimagined with Broussard on vocals. Producer Josh Smith said, “Marc is one of those dudes that can sing the phone book. When we tracked this song, I immediately thought he would kill it. It was BB’s first ever single and the original vocal is out of sight. It had to be a world class singer to pull it off!!!”

On “When My Heart Beats Like A Hammer,” Dannielle De Andrea delivers a commanding performance on one of King’s most demanding vocals. Smith said, “Dannielle besides being a world class human is just a world class singer. This is another amazing B.B. vocals that needed an amazing singer to do it justice. The band is crushing on this track as well.”

“How Blue Can You Get,” famously associated with King’s performance on Live at the Regal, features Warren Haynes stepping into one of the most revered moments in the blues legend’s catalog. Smith explained, “This song and the Live at The Regal version is a pillar of B.B.’s catalog. We needed someone serious to pull it off and Warren is that guy. Warren is one of the most talented and one of the kindest artists in the business without a doubt. He was so excited to do this track, and it shows in the performance. A pure joy!!”

Ivan Neville appears on “Ghetto Woman,” a song whose themes remain resonant decades after its original release. Smith said, “Ivan Neville is a true master. His vocal here on one of B.B. ‘s greatest songs it is so emotional. Again, the subject matter is so impactful that it requires someone who can really convey those emotions. It honestly may be my favorite track. The mix is incredible and Lemar’s drum track is amazing.”

The volume closes with “Never Make A Move Too Soon,” featuring Dion. Smith said, “What more can be said about Dion? He’s a true legend. He requested this as his all-time favorite B.B. song. It’s such a classic track with such a great vibe. Love the crowd noise and percussion and Joe’s solo and Marc Douthit’s sax solo are so great.”

Produced by Bonamassa and Smith, B.B. King’s Blues Summit 100 was created with the support of the Estate of B.B. King and The B.B. King Music Company. Across four volumes, the project features more than 30 guest artists, including Buddy Guy, Gary Clark Jr., Keb’ Mo’, Susan Tedeschi, Derek Trucks, Michael McDonald, Slash, Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, Marcus King, Larkin Poe, Joanne Shaw Taylor, and others. The title references King’s Grammy-winning 1993 album Blues Summit.

The full 32-track album will be released digitally, as a double CD, and as a triple 180-gram vinyl set. It will also include previously unreleased recordings, including “The Thrill Is Gone” featuring Eric Clapton and Chaka Khan.

Bonamassa continues an active global touring schedule in 2026, with U.S. spring and summer dates followed by a European run that includes two nights at London’s Royal Albert Hall.

B.B. King’s Blues Summit 100 – Full Tracklist

Disc 1

1. Paying The Cost To Be The Boss feat. Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
2. Don’t Answer The Door feat. Marcus King
3. To Know You Is To Love You feat. Michael McDonald, Susan Tedeschi & Derek Trucks
4. Let The Good Times Roll feat. Kenny Wayne Shepherd & Noah Hunt
5. Sweet Little Angel feat. Buddy Guy
6. When It All Comes Down (I’ll Still Be Around) feat. Larry McCray
7. When Love Comes To Town feat. Slash, Shemekia Copeland & Myles Kennedy
8. The Thrill Is Gone feat. Chaka Khan & Eric Clapton
9. Watch Yourself feat. Jimmie Vaughan
10. Why I Sing The Blues feat. Bobby Rush
11. Sweet Sixteen feat. Jimmy Hall & Larry Carlton
12. Don’t You Want A Man Like Me feat. Larkin Poe
13. I’ll Survive feat. Keb’ Mo’
14. Heartbreaker feat. Trombone Shorty & Eric Gales
15. There Must Be A Better World Somewhere feat. George Benson
16. Chains And Things feat. Gary Clark Jr.

Disc 2

1. How Blue Can You Get feat. Warren Haynes
2. You Upset Me Baby feat. Chris Cain
3. Ghetto Woman feat. Ivan Neville
4. Night Life feat. Paul Rodgers
5. Ain’t Nobody Home feat. Jade MacRae & Robben Ford
6. Bad Case Of Love feat. Joanne Shaw Taylor
7. Never Make A Move Too Soon feat. Dion
8. Three O’Clock Blues feat. Marc Broussard
9. Think It Over feat. Train & Chris Buck
10. It’s My Own Fault feat. Kim Wilson
11. Every Day I Have The Blues feat. D.K. Harrell
12. Please Accept My Love feat. John Nemeth
13. So Excited feat. Aloe Blacc
14. When My Heart Beats Like A Hammer feat. Dannielle De Andrea
15. Playin’ With My Friends
16. Better Not Look Down feat. Kirk Fletcher

Joe Bonamassa Tour Dates

U.S. Spring Tour 2026

February 21 – South Bend, IN – The Morris Performing Arts Center
February 23 – Cedar Rapids, IA – Paramount Theatre
February 25 – Madison, WI – Overture Center for the Arts
February 27 – Peoria, IL – Prairie Home Alliance Theater
February 28 – Cincinnati, OH – Taft Theatre
March 2 – Wilkes-Barre, PA – F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts
March 4 – Springfield, MA – Springfield Symphony Hall
March 6 – Westbury, NY – Flagstar at Westbury Music Fair
March 7 – Pittsburgh, PA – Benedum Center
March 8 – Red Bank, NJ – Count Basie Center for the Arts
March 10 – Reading, PA – Santander Performing Arts Center
March 11 – Virginia Beach, VA – Sandler Center
March 13 – Durham, NC – DPAC
March 14 – Greenville, SC – Bon Secours Wellness Arena
March 17 – Knoxville, TN – Knoxville Civic Auditorium
March 19 – Huntsville, AL – VBC Mark C. Smith Concert Hall
March 20 – Macon, GA – Atrium Health Amphitheater
with special guest Christone “Kingfish” Ingram
March 21 – Clearwater, FL – The BayCare Sound
with special guest Christone “Kingfish” Ingram

March 25–29, 2026 – Miami, FL – Keeping The Blues Alive at Sea XI
April 10–12, 2026 – Miramar Beach, FL – Sound Wave Beach Weekend

U.S. Summer Tour 2026

June 26 – Bethel, NY – Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
with special guests JJ Grey & Mofro and D.K. Harrell
June 27 – Atlantic City, NJ – Ocean Casino Resort
June 28 – Newark, NJ – New Jersey Performing Arts Center
July 29 – Vienna, VA – Wolf Trap
with Gov’t Mule
July 31 – Bangor, ME – Maine Savings Amphitheater
with Gov’t Mule
August 1 – Gilford, NH – BankNH Pavilion
with Gov’t Mule
August 3 – Hyannis, MA – Cape Cod Melody Tent
August 5 – Bridgeport, CT – Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
with special guest JJ Grey & Mofro
August 7 – Selbyville, DE – Freeman Arts Pavilion
August 8 – Baltimore, MD – Pier Six Pavilion
with Gov’t Mule
August 9 – Youngstown, OH – The Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre
with Gov’t Mule
August 12 – Highland Park, IL – Ravinia Festival
August 14 – Interlochen, MI – Kresge Auditorium
with Gov’t Mule
August 15 – Welch, MN – Treasure Island Resort & Casino
with Gov’t Mule
August 16 – Lincoln, NE – Pinewood Bowl Theater
with Gov’t Mule
August 19 – Cheyenne, WY – Cheyenne Civic Center
August 21 – Salt Lake City, UT – Eccles Theater
August 23 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre

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