Interview by: Robert Cavuoto
Blues-rock powerhouse Anthony Gomes ascends to the sacred altar of Rock ‘n’ Roll, ready to deliver his electrifying sermon with his 14th release, Praise the Loud, out April 25th via Rat Pak Records.
With each note, Anthony channels the divine energy of music, his crunchy guitar tones cutting through like a prophet’s voice, mirroring the song’s biting commentary. He can deliver a silky smooth, melodic solo like on “Meet My Maker,” with a flurry of cascading fluid notes, or burning down the church of Rock ‘n Roll with its blistering rhythm on the album’s title track. Beyond his exceptional guitar work, he also lends his powerful, raspy, impassioned vocals to become the vessel through which raw emotions and spiritual fervor flow, conveying unfiltered emotion that cuts straight to the heart.
With this release, Anthony continues to weave the fiery spirit of rock with the soulful essence of blues, creating a sound that is both electrifying and profoundly moving, a testament to Anthony’s unwavering devotion to his craft, solidifying his reputation as one of the most dynamic and compelling artists in the contemporary music scene.
Fans can expect to be uplifted and inspired by his virtuosic guitar playing, soulful vocals, and heartfelt lyrical declarations. This album is not just music—it’s a celebration of the sacred power of sound.
To pre-order Praise the Loud, click here: https://ratpakrecords.com/collections/anthony-gomes
Tickets to all upcoming shows can be found at https://www.anthonygomes.com
It was a pleasure to interview Anthony about his new album as it captures his lifelong love of rock and blues as a combined spiritual experience, drawing inspiration from Jimi Hendrix, AC/DC and John Lee Hooker.
He shares that after years of being told he was either “too rock for blues” or “too blues for rock,” he finally embraced both sides on his previous record High Voltage Blues, which laid the groundwork for this unapologetically powerful follow-up and how he considers Praise the Loud a love letter to both genres.
He goes on to express gratitude to his fans for their support and allowing him to pursue his lifelong dream and be fully himself. He closes the interview with this powerful sentiment that he follows and all aspiring musicians should embrace, “Everybody wants you to fit in, but why try to fit in when you can stand out?” Please follow My Global Mind on Facebook, Twitter, Spotify, and subscribe to their YouTube channel.
The tracklisting for Praise The Loud is:
Praise the Loud
True That
Netflix and Chill
Inside Out
Meet My Maker
Electric Blues Crusade
Black Diamond Heavy
Rock and Roll Bluesman
Half
Love Song Gone Wrong
In the Name of the Blues
Blame It on Rock & Roll
Photo Credit: David Probst
Upcoming Anthony Gomes Tour Dates
Apr 11 – Woonsocket, RI – Chan’s (Sold Out)
Apr 12 – Woonsocket, RI – Chan’s (Sold Out)
Apr 13 – West Yarmouth, MA – The Music Room
Apr 18 – Burlington, IA – The Washington
May 02 – Harrison, OH – Blue Note Harrison
May 03 – Westland, MI – The Token Lounge
May 16 – Buffalo, NY – The Caz
May 17 – Goodwood, ON – Goodwood Community Centre
May 29 – Springfield, MO – Southbound Bar & Grill
May 30 – St. Peters, MO – Diamond Music Hall
May 31 – West Dundee, IL – Rookies Rochaus
Jun 03 – St. Augustine, FL – Café Eleven
Jun 04 – St. Augustine, FL – Café Eleven
Jun 06 – Sarasota, FL – Joyland
Jun 07 – Sanford, FL – The Alley
Jun 08 – Boca Raton, FL – Crazy Uncle Mike’s
Jun 20 – Philadelphia, PA – The Fallser Club
Jun 21 – Versailles, OH – BMI Event Center
Aug 01 – Fargo, ND – Fargo Blues Festival 2025
With a guitar slung over his shoulder and the amps turned up full tilt, Anthony Gomes electrifies blues and rock at a 21st century crossroads of his own. Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, he fell in love with music as a kid, listening to everyone from Muddy Waters and Jimi Hendrix to Jeff Beck and Eddie Van Halen. At 14 years old, Anthony gravitated to the guitar and his relationship with the instrument was born. After grinding it out, his chops caught the attention of B.B. King’s bus driver at a jam night. Blown away, the driver introduced him to B.B. who invited him to open a string of tour dates in 2005. Gaining invaluable knowledge from “The King,”he went on to share the stage with the likes of Buddy Guy, Robert Plant, Joe Bonamassa, Heart, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and more. 2018’s Peace, Love & Loud Guitars vaulted to #1 on the iTunes Top Blues Albums Chart and #1 on Amazon Music’s New Release Blues Chart. Meanwhile, Guitar World readers voted him one of “The 30 Best Blues Guitarists in the World Today” in 2019, and the publication noted, “Gomes is another power player who is at his best when his gear is in the scorched earth between blues and rock.” After seven consecutive Top 10 debuts on the Billboard Blues Albums Chart, Containment Blues marked his second #1 on the respective chart in 2020. In 2022, he made his Rat Pak Records debut with High Voltage Blues, amplifying his soul and spirit like never before. High Voltage Blues, was a commercial and critical success, selling 17,000 copies in the U.S. and spending an impressive 58 weeks on the Billboard Top 10 Blues Albums chart. It also secured spots on the Billboard Year-End Blues Album Charts at #9 in 2023 and #14 in 2024. With Praise the Loud, Anthony Gomes continues to solidify his reputation as one of the most dynamic performers in the blues-rock scene today.
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