Blues-rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa is marking the 10th anniversary of his landmark album Different Shades Of Blue with the release of his exciting single, “Better The Devil You Know.”
Available now on all streaming platforms, this high-octane, R&B-infused blues rock track offers fans a fresh look at a critical moment in Bonamassa’s career.
The digital release of “Better The Devil You Know” is the first in a series of sought-after rarities from the Different Shades Of Blue era that will be made available for the very first time. As Bonamassa revisits this pivotal album, fans will have the chance to experience new layers of his artistry and gain insight into the creative process behind one of his most celebrated works.
Co-written by Joe and Journey’s Jonathan Cain,“Better The Devil You Know“ explores themes of relational complexity and the comfort of familiarity despite its flaws and delves into the feeling of resignation and the emotional struggle of navigating through a tumultuous relationship.
Different Shades Of Blue, originally released on September 23, 2014, was a groundbreaking album for Bonamassa, showcasing his evolution as a songwriter and musician. The album debuted at number 8 on the popular Billboard 200 chart, his first top 10, which made this Bonamassa’s highest charting album ever.
Bonamassa continues to ride a wave of success following the release of his live concert film and album Live At The Hollywood Bowl With Orchestra, which debuted at #1 on the Billboard Blues Albums chart.
