New album "TEN" release imminent.

cover pic by Dave Wala

Paul's new album TEN is almost ready to go to press, and incredibly is Paul's tenth album to date, with ten new tracks released for 2010. Recorded in Miami, Scotland and England, this CD is a mighty slice of rock n roll pie from the Newcastle born master. It features some great instrumental rock out tunes, like the powerhouse song "Past Myself" as well as some truly heartbreaking ballads. Especially the reworking of Paul's Slideaway classic "Throw Me A Line". Other tracks featured are "Walker Road" and "Straight Ahead" which were originally demoed on a portastudio way back in the pre-Homework days. Although a wild version of Straight Ahead appeared on "Live At The Broken Doll" this is the first time these tracks have been properly recorded and produced for official release. A brand new version of "Ned's Guitar" from the Magic City album is also included, in what could almost be seen as a celebration for Paul of the landmark acheivement of now having TEN independantly released albums to his name. The bulk of the work has once again been done by Paul himself, but the album also features dynamite performances from 3 of Miami's finest session drummers George Martinez, Dave Scott & Gerry Tickler. With wonderful bass work from the Scottish bassist Kenny Hutchinson and additional percussion added by "Bay Whitley" drummer Paul Kane.

Finishing touches are being added to the artwork and final mixes and mastering are being checked and re checked to make sure that once again we bring you the finest quality product we can with the resources available to us. An announcement will be made shortly as to the exact date TEN will be available to buy.

And finally, stay tuned for some exciting news on more European tour dates, worldwide Framus clinics and other new releases planned for 2011. All in all the future looks bright, so come a board and enjoy the ride.

Paul Rose - Amplitube 3 presets now available.

All of Paul Rose's personal presets from Amplitube 3 have now been made available by IK Multimedia in the VIP area of Amplitube 3's preset exchange. The presets include all of the amp settings used on Promises, Note To Self & the forth coming TEN albums. Hope you like them and find them useful. Just search for Paul Rose in the user area.

Paul Rose Facebook fan-page.

 We have just launched a Facebook fan page so you can be kept bang up to date with all things PR as and when they happen almost in real time. We will also be loading videos and free mp3s here for you to download. So come one and all, you are entirely welcome to join us.

Paul Rose Warwick-Framus Custom Shop guitar.

Warwick-Framus were so thrilled with Paul Rose's performance at the Frankfurt musikmesse in Germany last week that they have now offered to build Paul Rose "custom shop guitars" and send Paul on international clinic tours, while promoting Paul and the guitar internationally in all the major guitar mags. Warwick\Framus have the most hi-tech guitar building plant in the world, and are able to replicate almost exactly the dimensions of Paul's long serving strat necks, to ensure that he is completely at home with new custom guitars. Among the star studded audience at the Warwick private party in Frankfurt was Slayers Kerry King, who was totally blown away by the set Paul and his band delivered. We will post more news here as and when we have it and hope to follow the development of the new guitars in a sort of photo journal. Stay tuned.

Paul Rose "Home" in HD video.

A specially produced version of Paul's beautiful instrumental "Home" from the Note To Self, has been rerecorded in a special HD video for youtube. Using the brand new Amplitube 3 amp softwarem, and one off appearance of the 1960 reissue Gibson Les Paul. We are very plaesed at the results and will hopefully be posting more soon. Although downloads can sometimes be a bit sluggish, you can always go to youtube and watch it in standard quality. But we hope you all like it too.

Paul Rose at Frankfurt Musik Messe.

Paul and his band are now confirmed to perform on the main stage of the Frankfurt Musikmesse, in association with Framus guitars and amps, and Warwick basses. The band will be making daily appearences in the main hall, as well as being on the Framus/Warwick stand throughout the 4 day show in Frankfurt. So come on down and see what these amazing guitars and amps are all about.


pic by Dave Wala

New Videos on youtube.

We thought you might like us to draw your attention to the first of a set of videos produced by Dave Wala, now available on youtube. They are just experiments in producing videos in this way, but we are very encouraged by the work produced and are all looking forward to see what develops in this music/video partnership over the coming weeks and months. Stay tuned, more soon.

Paul Rose's Private Studio now available for hire

Paul Rose is now offering for hire use of his home studio and considerable production/engineering skills at highly competitive rates. With almost 30 years experience as a session guitarist, composer, performer & producer, Paul fully understands the importance of the artists work. And can guarantee a professional, high quality service that will bring out the very best in your material.

The studio comprises some of the highest quality plug-ins and up to date software and hardware available today. Including Cubase 5.1, WaveLab 6, Native Instruments Komplete 6, Ableton 8, TC-Electronics sound card, SE microphone, Universal Audio valve pre-amp, Adam A7 and Tascam active monitors, 28 inch dual screens, and fully automated mixing with 24 channels of Mackie Control Universal control. A selection of electric, acoustic and bass guitars are also available, with Paul on hand hand to help out whenever needed. Extremely high quality results have already been achieved for friends, and of course on the last 4 of the 9 Cd's Paul has released during his career.

So if you're a solo singer song writer, a duo or a band looking to start a new project, or maybe finish an older one (remixes welcome, 5.1 on request) then drop Paul an email to discuss your requirements, rates and availability. Or to arrange a meeting and check out for yourself the facility that is now being made available

Click HERE to contact Paul directly.

Highland Date Confirmed

A gig at the East Grange Loft near Elgin in the Highlands of Scotland has just been confirmed for Fri April 9th. Some of you may be aware that the live half of the "Half Alive" CD was recorded here. It's a good few years since Paul played the Loft, so once again a few old freinds will get a chance to see how the PRB has eveolved since its last jaunt up to the very far end of the British Isles. The band incidentally will be Ted McKenna on drums and Zander Greenshields on bass.

Orkney Dates

Paul & his band have just confirmed 2 shows and a guitar workshop on the Orkney Isles for the weekend of April 10th. Details of venues and times will appear on the dates page soon. But Paul and the guys are very excited about playing back on Orkney again, as previous trips have always been great fun. It's also a stunningly beautiful corner of the globe.

2010 Gigs Begin With Scottish Dates

The Paul Rose Band will begin their 2010 gig schedule in early March with confirmed dates in Aberdeen and Dundee on March 5th & 6th, with one more possible gig on the 7th to be confirmed. Although finishing up 2009 exhausted after heavy gig load, a well earned Xmas rest has recharged the batteries and all are now very much looking forward to getting back out on the road and seeing you all again. More dates in the Orkneys, Midlands, London, Ireland & Germany are currently being arranged, so keep checking the live page, as we'll be updating everytime a new date is confirmed. The line up for the March shows is Ted McKenna and Zander Greenshields.

Happy New Year To All

A very happy new year to you all, and we hope those experiencing the extremely cold conditions are all managing to keep warm. Paul had to cancel his gig in Consett, Co. Durham last week due to the huge amount of snowfall we've had here recently. But hopefully the thaw will come soon and everything will get moving again before too much longer.

Besides the weather, there are so many exciting projects in the pipeline for Paul and his band(s) for 2010, not least the fact that production of Paul's new CD entitled "TEN" is well underway, and will hopefully be released in the spring. More on this project later, as there is quite a tale to tell with this one. We will also have the "Live In Germany" DVD available in limited numbers soon too. Of course notice of this will be posted here as soon as possible. A lot of live work is currently being lined up for the UK, Germany and possibly even the USA. With all the usual British festivals and more, including a long awaited return to the Orkney Music Festival in September. The gigs page will be brought up to date as and when we have all dates confirmed. So once again folks, stay warm, sit it out and the spring will be here before we know it, and "normality" will resume.

Take care till then.

Phew!! 2009 almost over.... except for Newcastle gigs!

Well, here we are almost at the end of 2009 and what an eventful year it has been for Paul Rose and his Band(s). And it's already looking like 2010 is going to be just as busy, if not more so. This year has seen an endorsement deal from Framus in Germany, the release of the brilliant new CD "Note To Self" and the launch of official PRB merchandise, as well as the "Live In Germany" DVD. Not to mention all the gigs across the UK, Germany and a couple of short trips to the USA. Paul recorded 15 top quality drum tracks at Steve Gordon's studio in Miami Florida in February, with session supremos Dave Scott and George Martinez at the kit, and has already accumulated a large amount of solo compositions since Note To Self in his home studio. So it's a fair assumption that at least 2 new Cd's will emerge next year and a whole lot more if time doesn't run against us. The years run of gigs will finish in Newcastle and Ashington on Saturday & Sunday with Glasgow's very own Ted McKenna on drums & Zander Greenshields on bass. Having worked exceptionally hard this year, this could be a very fitting end to 2009 and we sincerely hope that we see all of you there that can make it.

Merchandise Now Available.

We are delighted to announce that our merchandise shop is now open and very much alive on the website. We have 3 tee shirts available with either a logo or a picture on the front, with a choice of either our website or German tour dates on the reverse. All printed on high quality 185 gram shirts. We also have 2 ski hats with the new PAUL ROSE BAND logo, available in black or dark grey. A fourth shirt is in production. As you maybe aware, we have spent a good few weeks sourcing the best quality gear we could find to make sure that none of you are disappointed with the product you buy. We want you to be able to wear our merchandise with pride and have it last for as long you want it. Click HERE to go straight to our new merch page.

Paul Rose & Framus Amplifiers.

Paul Rose & the Framus Ruby Riot Mk One. Hand wired, boutique valve amps from Germany.


pic by Dave Wala

Paul's Music Now On Spotify

A few of Paul's albums are now on Spotify and more should be appearing there soon. Currently available are Promises, Learning Curve, Late Show & Half Alive. So a request from us to all you Spotify users out there, please log in, do a search and get the hit count up a bit. And most of all enjoy it. To tune in click HERE

German Success

Paul and the German line of the PRB, featuring Stefan Kugler on bass and Anselm Gayler on drums, have just enjoyed a very creative and successful weekend in and around the Nuremberg area. With more dates in the middle of October approaching, a full tour is currently being planned with a few gigs already confirmed and on the dates page. All in all, Paul is thrilled at the level of response he is receiving from German audiences, and is very much looking forward to seeing what develops in what appears to be a potentially very successful future in Germany.

Paul Rose now endorsed by Framus

We are delighted to announce that Paul Rose has just signed an artist endorsement deal with German amp builder Framus. Paul is really excited to be associated with these amazing hand wired valve amps. You can see Paul using the Framus Ruby Riot 1 on the Live in Germany video currently on youtube. More details and pictures will follow. To see what these amazing amps are all about click HERE.

Cajun & Tequila!!

Video of Paul & the band playing a smoking version of Roy Buchanan's "Cajun" has just been up loaded to the Paul Rose youtube page, thanks to our freinds in Lancashire. With Ian Thompson on bass and Neil Ramshaw on drums. Much fun had by all... Were you there?

New Podcast - Song Surgery III

A brand new podcast in the "Song Surgery" series has just been uploaded and is available for download by clicking HERE. In this podcast Paul once again dissects one of his tracks, offering a step by step insight into how the song was constructed. This time it's the song "Modern World" from the Note To Self CD that gets the Song Surgery treatment. Fascinating listening for musicians and music lovers alike. All guitars were recorded using Amplitube software. Remember, you can subscribe to all of Pauls podcasts by opening iTunes, click "advanced" then "subscribe to podcast" then copy and paste this address into the box http://paulrose.podbus.com - Then hit OK and that'll be you away.

Colne Blues Festival

Hello to all who saw as our gigs at the Colne Blues Fest yesterday (Aug 29th). We had a really great time and hope you all did too. Thanks for all your support, as we know that many of you have returned time and time again to see the band over many years. We beleive there was a fair bit of video shot at the two shows, so if we can locate any decent segments, we'll post them on youtube in due course.Also, several gigs in and around the Lancs/Cumbria area were discussed during the afternoon with various bookers that are known to us, so watch the dates page. We will post all new dates as soon as they're confirmed, so it's business as usual.

Work, Work, Work!

We would like to say hello, and thank you once again to all you folks out there who have been to see our shows in the last few weeks and months. Ted, Zander & Paul have enjoyed all of the gigs and festivals in Scotland immensely, and cannot wait to see you all again out here soon. With gigs at Dundee, Glasgow and Newcastle planned for the Ted & Zed line up and more in the pipeline, we should hopefully coming to your home town soon. We are currently working on expanding the territorial boundaries of the PRB and hope to be breaking into more European countries next year.

We are also about to make available some Paul Rose Band T/shirts, that will be made available thru the website and gigs initially. Designs are now being finalised and will be posted in our online shop as soon as they are available. So watch this space folks, we'd love to see you come to our shows sporting a nice new PRB shirt or two.

And finally, a quick heads up on the "Live In Germany" DVD. We are in the process of gathering all the necessary licenses, granting us permission to release the cover versions contained in the set. This is taking a little longer than we had expected. Other wise the DVD is edited, mastered, designed and ready to roll, just as soon as we get this legal stuff sorted. Thanks for holding on, we appreciate your patients.

So stay tuned, as we hope to be announcing more exciting news concerning Paul and the band very soon. And thanks once again for following us on our mission...Next stop, London, then Colne Blues, then Germany. Phew!!

Paul Rose - Live on Total Rock Radio

This Sunday the 2nd of August, from 5pm onwards, Paul will be talking to Chris Glancy about his new album "Note To Self" live on Total Rock Radio, from the heart of old London town, England. You can tune in by clicking the link HERE and stream the show live, or if you miss it you can listen again thru the Total Rock Radio website later on. The show is called guitarmageddon, Perfect!!

Note To Self - Podcast Special

Paul Nicholls, otherwise known as "Podcast Paul" has just done a one hour podcast special on Paul Rose's new album "Note To Self" Click HERE to listen to the podcast, which includes a live interview with Paul Rose and Birmingham based Paul Nicholls.

Change of Date & Venue

Paul was due to play at the Georgian Hotel in Coatbridge on August 14th with his band, but will now be opening for Squeeze song meister Glen Tilbrook at Motherwell Concert Hall with a solo acoustic show. A full band gig with Ted & Zander at The Georgian is to be re arranged for October, so watch out for updates.

More Scottish Gigs

A big hello and thank you goes to everyone who saw us play at the Dundee Blues Bonanza this weekend , and at Montrose a few weeks prior to that. We had an absolutely magnificent time and hope you all did too. The good news is Paul, Ted & Zander are currently planning more gigs for Scotland with Sept 19th being the proposed weekend. Gigs will include Dundee, Montrose and hopefully Glasgow & Aberdeen too. We will post them on the live dates page just as soon as we have confirmations, which we hope to have in a few days time. A couple of Newcastle dates are also in the offing for November or December. Diaries and pencils are at the ready.

Dundee Blues Bonanza

Paul will be joined once again by Ted McKenna & Zander Greenshields for the Dundee Blues Bonanza. The same line up as Montrose basically. We're looking forward to the festival very much and hope to see as many of you there as is possible to get in the venues. So come on down, it'll be a riot. Times and venues are now on the live page.

London Calling

Paul will be playing his first London date in almost 5 years on Thursday, Sept 10th at the Elm Tree in Surbiton. This gig is possibly going to be a bi-monthly spot that will hopefully roll into more shows for Paul back in London. Well, it is his second home after all. Venue details HERE

News Update - June 4th

Hi to everyone who saw our gigs at the Montrose Festival, we cartainly enjoyed ourselves, and we sincerley hope you all did too. Next up are a couple of gigs over in Cumbria then a couple of guitar workshop/masterclasses in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Then back over to Dundee for more rock and blues mayhem at the Dundee Blues Bonanaza. Check out the dates page for all gig details, although Dundee have not as yet released times and venues for the festival. We will let you know about as soon as we can.

Montrose Festival

We are delighted to confirm drum legend Ted McKenna will be joining Paul and Zander Greenshields for the Montrose music festival this coming weekend. It's a long time since Paul and the band played in that neck of the woods, and there are one or two old friends we will be looking forward to saying hello to once again. Venues and times are on the dates page.

Snappy New Website

Welcome to the new and snappy version of the Paul Rose website. We hope you like the new look and feel, and find that all links are working correctly. Special thanks go to Johnny Brown for his work overhauling the site. We have checked and rechecked the site but if you find anything that we've missed please drop us a line.

To coincide with the launch of the new site, Pauls brand new album "Note To Self" is now available to buy exclusively from this site. More news and updates to follow soon.

News Update - May 09

There are so many new and ecxciting things going on here that it's difficult to know where to start. Paul's new CD "Note To Self" is currently at the factory being pressed and we hope to have it on sale by the end of this week (8th May) or very soon after. Also, Paul's recent German tour has been a spectacular success and more German dates are planned for October. One gig was filmed in 3D Hi-Definition, and although we have not yet seen the results we are hoping to make the footage available either on disc or as a download, depending on file sizes. More 3D shooting has been discussed for the coming months, and if results are saitisfactory then a DVD will almost certainly be made available.

Thanks to everyone who came to the German shows, and a very big thanks goes out to Stefan Kugler for his remarkable tour organisation, commitment and devotion to the live shows success generally, both as bass player and manager. And also thanks to Anselm Gayler for stepping in on drums. Great work guys, can't wait to see/hear more.

Paul is also about to start work adding guitar/bass/vocals etc to the drum tracks recorded at Steve Gordons studio in Miami during February this year. These includ takes of some live numbers that have not yet found their way from stage to studio. Again, we hope that these turn out well and if so, it will be the 10th album for 2010. Working title for this is simply TEN!

And finally, a new version of this website is to be launched soon. A more colourful and dynamic appearance designed to suit all tastes. Anytime this week we think. So watch this space!

Paul Rose Band "Live In Germany" DVD.

A new live DVD of Paul's set at the Nuremberg "Blues Will Eat Festival" is to be released soon. A raw and exciting show in front of a capacity crowd makes up this 90 minute DVD. The gig will be available to buy from this site and live gigs as soon as we have copies available. To pre-order drop us an email for details.

Recording in Miami.

Paul is travelling to Miami in early febuary to record in Steve Gordons studio in Hialeah. Numbers from Paul's live show that have not yet been recorded or released are planned, as well as more tracks for the album currently in production by NY/NJ vocalist Dave Rudbarg. The sessions are to feature two of Miami's finest session drummers Dave Scott and George Martinez. Stay tuned for updates and possibly even a few snips of what has been recorded.

Paul Rose Podcasts are back.

All of Paul's podcasts are now back on line at the same link they were at previously. Plus Pt1 of a brand new 2 part podcast is now on line and ready to go. Pt2 will appear shortly. There are so many exciting developments to explore since Paul's last episodes, so keep checking back for updates when you get a chance. One way to subscribe is to just click on the podcast logo below and you can access them directly from podcast pickle.

It is also possible to subscribe thru itunes by searching for Paul Rose Podcasts.

Paul Rose Guitar Workshop Weekends

Paul Rose in association with Mundell Music will be hosting two guitar workshops at the beautiful Inn at Lathones, on the east coast of Scotland on the weekend of January 24th for beginners, then on the following weekend of Jan 31st for intermediate players. The two day courses will focus on the specific styles and techniques Paul uses, featuring scales and chord voicing to enhance solo and composition skills. And a guitar recording and production session, in which Paul will explain and demonstrate how he has achieved various effects and production techniques on his own unique and varied albums. With some simple tips and musical tricks for players of all styles and levels to enhance musical understanding and vision. Guitarists are asked to bring both and electric and acoustic guitars, and a small practice amp if at all possible.

The beautiful Inn At Lathones, 4 star hotel and restaurant.

The 2 day courses are not intended as a baffling display of technical prowess, but more a gentle exploration of the guitars limitless potential. Paul's own interpretaion of blues, rock, country and jazz are all styles that will be covered in both group and one to one sessions. Culminating in a performance & jam session for those who wish to take part on the Sunday afternoon. The Inn At Lathones is a quiet and relaxed venue on a stunningly beautiful part of the Scottish coast about 4 miles south of the historic town of Saint Andrews. Dinner, breakfast and one nights accomadation is inclusive. Tickets and reservations will be available shortly. Contact Mundell Music for more details by clicking on hotel image above.

Please note: In order to make the weekend as beneficial to those who attend as possible, we can only offer a limited number of places.

Promises/Magic City Reviews

Two very shiny reviews of Promises & Magic City have recently surfaced in the USA. To view them click on the album covers below.

    

Gibson Les Paul?

Well, we never thought we'd see the day that Paul Rose would appear with a Gibson Les Paul in place of his trusted Fender reissue strats, but low and behold that day has arrived. Here is a pic of Paul with the Gibson Les Paul Gold Top, 1957 Custom Shop reissue, now being weilded at various discreet locations in the north east of England.

Paul Rose Band storms Colne Blues Festival

Paul and his band delivered a great show headlining the British Stage at the Colne Blues festival on Sat August 23rd. After a superb acoustic gig earlier in the afternoon, the stage was set for Paul with Ian Thompson on bass & Neil Ramshaw on drums, to take the midnight spot totally by storm. The guys did not disappoint. After a four year absence and in front of a capacity crowd, the Paul Rose Band made a devastating return to the Great British Blues festival. The show was videod, so if we can track down a copy and it is good enough quality, we'll post highlights here via youtube. Stay tuned for further updates and more pics etc.

Glasgow gigs confirmed

Two gigs in the Glasgow area have just been confirmed, one of which is Rockers in the centre of town. The other is The Argyle & Sutherland in Greenock. Paul has not played in central Glasgow with the band for a couple of years, and is looking forward to playing back in his honorary home town. Should be a wild weekend. See "Shows" for dates and venues.

Paul Rose wins Seymour Duncan contest

Paul Rose has just come second in Seymour Duncans "Gear Experts" competition. An international invitation for guitarists to submit a youtube video demoing any Seymour Duncan product of their choice. The video that was entered is "Telecasting From Home" and features Paul playing a USA '52 reissue Fender Tele, fitted with Seymour Duncans Alnico Pro II pickups. Although the video was shot prior to the competition and was never originally intendid for the comp, we will not grumble at this second prize of an SFX08 Power Grid. On hearing the news, Paul said "I'd forgotten all about that....Nice!!"