While firmly grounded in the rock and blues influences of his youth, “Fields Of Redemption” sees Irish guitarist Joe Hodgson encompass a myriad of musical styles, which he blends and moulds to stunning effect. The result is an almost entirely instrumental album that is insanely diverse and refuses to fit neatly into any musical genre. Hogson explains, “You’ll find all my influences in there: rock, blues, jazz, classical, country, and even Irish traditional music. I also recorded two acoustic tracks, which was a first for me”. Feelings of introspection and soul-searching pervade the record, but it also radiates brighter, less angst-ridden melodic explorations than its predecessor, “Apparitions”.  The inspiration for the album came from an extended journey around his native Ireland with his new wife and his trusty Gibson Les Paul, soaking up the land of his birth. Hodgson explains, “The album is fundamentally about reconnecting with my roots, reconciling with and embracing the past, while steadfastly looking to the future. It’s also about a journey to find inner peace, which for me is punctuated by laughter and a whole lotta fun. Overall, I think it’s a very uplifting record". "Fields Of Redemption" covers a wide range of emotions, moods, and styles, and it takes the listener on an epic journey. It is ambitious and brave, and the frequent twists and turns will keep listeners constantly on their toes.

Moran's Dew (Tom's Song)

Passing Time (Molly's Song)

Ducking And Diving

Blocking It Out

Give Her What She Wants

Stick Or Twist

You I Think Of

Shapeshifting

The Ballad Of Joe Clarke

The Grass Is Greener

Losing It

Since You Had A Hold On Me

Woman

The One That Got Away

Serena Sonata

Guitarist Joe Hodgson hails from the village of Ballymagorry in Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland. His music, shaped by his upbringing during The Troubles, mirrors the fierce rain and winds of the Emerald Isle. It is both sweeping and intense, boldly blending rock, blues, jazz, and Irish traditions into finely crafted instrumentals, which reveal a multi-facetted, emotive, and diverse performer. 

After many years playing and  recording with London based bands and touring throughout Europe, Joe returned to his birthplace in 2018. In 2020, he released his debut solo album “Apparitions” to wide critical acclaim. Guitar World called his playing “elite”. Prominent Canadian music journalist Steve Newton said he is “the best guitarist you’ve never heard of”. While ANR Factory described the album as "a modern-day masterpiece”.

In 2025, Hodgson is set to release his second solo album, “Fields Of Redemption”, which will be preceded by a series of singles. The first, a double A-side, comprising “The Grass Is Greener” and “Shapeshifting”, will be out on Friday, 28th March.

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