Blues for the Modern Daze showcases Trout's signature guitar style, blending blues traditions with hard rock energy. The album offered a potent collection of originals and covers, cementing his status as a formidable live performer.
- The album was released on April 23, 2012, by Provogue Records. It was recorded at his personal studio in Huntington Beach, California. The album features guest appearances from guitarists Joe Bonamassa and Kenny Wayne Shepherd.
- Blues for the Modern Daze was Trout's first studio album for Provogue Records. He had previously released albums on labels such as Ruf Records and Blind Pig Records. This release coincided with a period of renewed critical attention for Trout.
- The album's title track, "Blues for the Modern Daze," is a standout, showcasing Trout's powerful vocals and searing guitar solos. The track "Lonely Freedom" also received significant airplay on blues radio stations. The album continues Trout's tradition of high-energy blues-rock performances.
Walter Trout is an American blues guitarist and singer. He is known for his intense, soulful playing and prolific recording career. By 2012, Trout had released over two dozen albums and was a respected elder statesman of the blues-rock scene.
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