Powerhouse Blues Musician Samantha Fish and Guitarist Extraordinaire Jesse Dayton Release Duets Record — Death Wish Blues

Today, dynamic blues auteur Samantha Fish and guitarist extraordinaire Jesse Dayton release their anticipated collaboration, Death Wish Blues, on Rounder Records. The featured track on the album is the gritty “Rippin’ and Runnin,’” a bold number full of swagger and bravado, featuring a twangy intro that quickly evolves into thumping riffs alongside gut-punching vocals.

Listen to the album, and get yourself a copy on limited purple smoke-colored vinyl, available exclusively via the Hardcharger Records store, along with other limited merch items by clicking here.

“Rippin’ and Runnin’” follows the release of earlier tracks “Deathwish” “Riders” and “Settle for Less.” The songs highlight the synergy and free-flowing nature of Fish and Dayton’s musical partnership as they expand the limits of the blues and rock genres. Jon Spencer’s production magnifies the sonic power of each track, resulting in an exhilarating collection of blues, soul, punk, funk, and exceptionally bold rock-and-roll.

Press has raved about Death Wish Blues as well. Accolades include:

“… a powerful, spirited, and at times exuberant collaborative effort…"
– American Songwriter

“...some of the rawest and most hard-hitting music of their careers.”
– No Depression

“…nearly touches the charm of duets like Johnny & June Cash as well as Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazelwood. Excellent."
– Americana Highways

“…the dynamic guitar duo entrusted their artistry to producer Jon Spencer, and the result is full of wicked stories, tongue-in-cheek escapades, greasy grooves and hellacious guitar.” – Vintage Guitar

After their electrifying set at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival in April, Fish and Dayton are gearing up for a round of tour dates to support Death Wish Blues, including a run with the legendary Buddy Guy.

Hailing from Kansas City, MO, Samantha Fish is one of the most dynamic blues forces in the world today, headlining festivals and captivating audiences with her guitar prowess and power vocals. An award-winner and road warrior, she performs 200 shows yearly, both domestically and abroad. Death Wish Blues is her 7th album. Jesse Dayton boasts an exceptional resume as an acclaimed solo recording artist, collaborator with artists such as Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings and Duff McKagan, a touring guitarist for seminal punk band X, and teammate with Rob Zombie on the soundtracks for his iconic horror films.