Loud, Proud, and Deeply Blues: How Anthony Gomes Brought Passion and Power Back to My Playlist
The first time I heard Anthony Gomes, I felt like someone had taken a Fender Strat, dipped it in motor oil, and lit it on fire.
It was the track “Turn It Up!”—and that’s exactly what I did.
Big riffs, soulful vocals, and a tone that screams rock ‘n’ roll but bleeds the blues.
He sounded like Hendrix on a southern soul bender, like SRV in a biker bar, like Lenny Kravitz if he grew up gigging at juke joints.
I didn’t just like it—I was hooked.
This wasn’t “blues lite.”
This was blues with muscle, and Anthony Gomes was throwing haymakers with every track.
Who Is Anthony Gomes? (Answer: A Blues-Rock Hurricane)
Born in Toronto, Canada, to a Portuguese father and French-Canadian mother, Gomes grew up on a mix of BB King, Led Zeppelin, and gospel records.
Eventually, he made his way to the American South, and now calls the Missouri blues scene home.
His playing blends British blues-rock fire, Southern soul, and raw electric energy.
He’s smart, spiritual, and deadly with a guitar.
But here’s the part that made me a real fan:
Anthony Gomes plays the blues like he’s preaching a gospel—and he means every single word.
The Sound: Blues Rock with No Apologies
Anthony’s style is pure high-octane blues rock.
If you like your blues clean and polite, look elsewhere.
But if you want it loud, emotional, and dripping with sweat—you just found your guy.
He’s got the kind of gravel-rich voice that’s built to sing through heartbreak, fire, and redemption.
His guitar tone? Thick, meaty, and built for arenas, but with just enough finesse to show he knows the roots.
He’s also a rare thing in blues these days: a killer songwriter.
His lyrics cut deep—sometimes funny, sometimes spiritual, sometimes heavy—but always honest.
He’s got substance beneath the swagger.
Albums That Shook My Speakers and My Soul
If you’re new to Anthony Gomes, you’re about to open a treasure chest of tone and truth. Here are some albums that lit me up:
- 🎸 Unity (2002) – A breakthrough album blending blues and social awareness. “Music Is the Medicine” became a personal anthem for me.
- 🔥 Electric Field Holler (2015) – A full-on blues rock assault. Big riffs, deep grooves, and absolute fire.
- 🎤 Peace, Love & Loud Guitars (2018) – A killer blend of hard rock and soul-searching lyrics. A fan favorite, and I get why.
- 💥 Containment Blues (2020) – Written and recorded during the pandemic. Emotional, stripped-back, and full of heart. Shows a softer side.
- ⚡ High Voltage Blues (2022) – A career retrospective with updated versions of his greatest tracks. As tight and fierce as anything he’s ever done.
Seeing Him Live: Power, Precision, and Pure Fun
I finally got to see Anthony Gomes live in 2019, and it was everything I hoped it would be:
Leather jacket. Flying hair. A wall of sound.
And a smile that said, “Let’s burn this place down—with love.”
He played like a man possessed—but in total control.
He made time for shred and soul, for sing-alongs and slow burns, and he gave the crowd everything he had.
By the end, we were sweaty, hoarse, and grinning ear to ear.
That’s the Gomes experience. That’s blues joy.
Why Anthony Gomes Deserves a Lot More Love
The blues world sometimes splits itself into “purists” and “innovators.”
Anthony walks right through that line with swagger, respect, and undeniable talent.
He knows his history—his BB, his Buddy, his Albert—but he’s not trying to recreate it. He’s here to add to it.
To bring the emotion, the edge, the ENERGY that brought us all to the blues in the first place.
And he’s not afraid to turn it up to 11 while doing it.
Where to Start If You’re New
Buckle up. Here’s your starter pack:
- 🎧 Peace, Love & Loud Guitars – Rock, soul, and honesty.
- 🔥 Electric Field Holler – For pure guitar heat.
- 🎙️ Containment Blues – Intimate and reflective.
- 📀 High Voltage Blues – The definitive “best of” with killer remakes.
- 📺 YouTube: Search “Anthony Gomes live,” “Anthony Gomes Turn It Up,” or “Anthony Gomes Music Is the Medicine” to see the full fire.
More at anthonygomes.com
Anthony Gomes doesn’t just play the blues—he lives it, loves it, and lights it up.
If you’re looking for a bluesman who can rock your soul, move your heart, and remind you why guitars matter, then brother, sister—you just found him. 🎸🔥💙
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