Joanne Shaw Taylor, the renowned British blues-rock guitarist and singer, has just dropped her new single “What Good Is My Love?” featuring the Australian talent Orianthi. This collaborative track, released via Journeyman Records, serves as a tantalizing preview of her upcoming studio album set to launch later this year. The song’s captivating slow groove paired with expressive guitar work dives deep into the emotional uncertainties of love.
Taylor aptly articulates the song’s essence, noting it’s written for those who ponder, “What good is my love if it’s not enough?” This exploration of heartache and unreciprocated emotions resonates throughout the track, making it a heartfelt release for many listeners. You might recall her earlier single, “Hell Or High Water,” which spoke about resilience and inner battles—both songs are set to feature on Taylor’s forthcoming album, which follows the acclaim of her previous record, “Black & Gold,” noted for landing in Blues Rock Review’s Top 20 Albums of 2025.
Exciting Tour Ahead
As Taylor gears up for the album’s release, fans can look forward to an extensive U.S. tour kicking off on March 18 in Skokie, Illinois. The tour includes stops in various bustling cities like New York, New Jersey, and right here in Florida.
Among the highly anticipated performances are shows in Orlando, West Palm Beach, and a sold-out finale at the Sound Wave Beach Weekend in Miramar Beach. With a rich list of tour dates available, this is an opportunity for music lovers to witness Taylor’s mastery live. The complete lineup includes:
| Date | City | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| March 18 | Skokie, IL | North Shore Center for the Performing Arts |
| March 20 | Kent, OH | The Kent Stage |
| March 21 | Pittsford, NY | Beston Hall |
| March 22 | Homer, NY | Center for the Arts of Homer |
| March 24 | Red Bank, NJ | The Vogel |
| March 25 | Sellersville, PA | Sellersville Theater |
| March 27 | State College, PA | The State Theatre |
| March 28 | Annapolis, MD | Rams Head On Stage |
| March 29 | Oakmont, PA | The Oaks Theater |
| March 31 | Hobart, IN | The Hobart Art Theater |
| April 2 | Franklin, TN | The Franklin Theatre |
| April 3 | Greenville, SC | Peace Center |
| April 4 | Cornelius, NC | Cain Center for the Arts |
| April 7 | Orlando, FL | The Plaza Live |
| April 9 | West Palm Beach, FL | Kravis Center for the Performing Arts |
| April 10 | Ponte Vedra, FL | Ponte Vedra Concert Hall |
| April 10-12 | Miramar Beach, FL | Sound Wave Beach Weekend (sold out) |
For eager fans, tickets and more information are available through Taylor’s official website, promising a tour filled with powerful performances and unforgettable moments.
In anticipation of her album and tour, it’s clear that Taylor continues to carve her path in the music scene, drawing both new and old fans alike into her soulful world. Keep an ear out for that emotional fire of “What Good Is My Love?” and the masterful guitar work that accompanies it.
For more insights on Taylor’s new release, Blues Rock Review reports on the collaboration and thematic elements of the song, while Maximum Volume Music highlights the upcoming tour that fans will not want to miss.