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The Cadillac Lyriq is a luxury electric SUV built on General Motors’ Ultium platform. All versions use a 102 kWh (usable) battery pack and offer rear‑wheel‑drive or dual‑motor all‑wheel‑drive configurations.

EPA estimates give the 2024–2026 Lyriq a range of 314–326 mi for the single‑motor rear‑drive model and 307 mi for the dual‑motor version.

Real‑world testing by automotive journalists shows slightly lower figures: Car and Driver achieved 270 mi on the highway with the rear‑drive model and 220 mi with the all‑wheel‑drive version.

Slashgear’s reviewer averaged about 2.5 mi/kWh in mixed driving, projecting roughly 255 mi of practical range.

The battery capacity is fixed, so switching driving modes does not change the total energy available. However, driving modes modify power delivery, regenerative braking, and traction control, which in turn affect energy consumption and therefore usable range.

Overview of Lyriq Driving Modes

Cadillac’s Driver Mode Control system allows the driver to tailor vehicle behavior by selecting a mode through the infotainment screen. The quick‑start guide for the 2024 Lyriq notes that the system “automatically adjusts various vehicle systems based on driving preferences, weather, and road conditions”.

The available modes and their intended purposes are:

• Tour Mode: Default setting for everyday driving and a “smooth ride”. It optimizes comfort and efficiency.
• Sport Mode: “Enhanced responsiveness”, steering effort, and accelerator response are sharpened for more dynamic driving.
• Snow/Ice Mode: Improves acceleration and traction on slippery roads by softening accelerator pedal response and managing all‑wheel‑drive torque distribution.
• My Mode: Let drivers personalize acceleration feel, brake feel, steering effort, suspension tuning, and motor sound. In effect, My Mode can emulate Tour or Sport depending on the chosen settings.
• Velocity Max Mode / V‑Mode: On performance‑oriented V‑Series models, a velocity‑max mode temporarily overrides propulsion limits to deliver maximum motor torque. GM Authority notes that this mode is not intended for daily use.

How the Modes Affect Vehicle Systems

GM Authority provides qualitative descriptions of the modes for the 2026 Lyriq:

The official materials do not list any change to battery capacity or rated range when switching modes. Instead, they highlight comfort, traction, and responsiveness.

Nevertheless, because these modes alter throttle mapping and regenerative braking, they influence energy consumption.

Evidence on Range and Battery Usage

EPA Ratings and Real‑world Tests

Since the Lyriq’s battery pack is fixed at about 102 kWh, only efficiency determines range. The single‑motor rear‑wheel‑drive Lyriq is rated for 314 mi of range, while the dual‑motor all‑wheel‑drive version is rated at 307 mi.

Car and Driver reported that in its highway range test, the rear‑drive model went 270 mi and the all‑wheel‑drive model 220 mi, a reminder that high speeds and real‑world conditions reduce range regardless of mode.

Slashgear’s reviewer achieved 2.5 mi/kWh in mixed driving (about 255 mi of range). None of thesetest isolatese driving modes, but they show the baseline energy use with typical driving behavior.

Owner Reports and Unofficial Data

Because Cadillac does not publish mode‑specific range ratings, enthusiasts and owners share their experience online. An article that compiled comments from over 15,000 Lyriq owners reported an average real‑world range of 287 mi, with a median of 300 mi.

According to this compilation, only 1.1 % of range‑loss complaints blamed Sport Mode; bigger factors included 22‑inch wheels (15.9 % of complaints), highway speed (12.8 %), and cold weather (11.5 %).

While not an official source, the same article used owner data to estimate how much each mode affects efficiency:

• Tour Mode – “Champion of range”: roughly 16–19 % better efficiency than Sport Mode at highway speeds. For a battery rated at 326 mi, that equates to 50–60 mi of extra range. One driver reported averaging 2.5 mi/kWh (≈255 mi of range) in Tour Mode at 70 mph, whereas the same driver achieved only 2.1 mi/kWh in Sport Mode.
• Sport Mode – “Thrills come with a trade‑off”: reduces regenerative braking and prioritizes power delivery. Owners reported seeing the estimated range drop by 5–15 % compared with Tour Mode, corresponding to 265–280 mi on a full charge.
• Snow/Ice Mode – “Safety first, range second”: typically 3–8 % less efficient than Tour Mode because traction control systems work harder. Cold weather itself can further reduce range by 15–25 %.
• My Mode: efficiency depends on the chosen settings. Configuring acceleration, braking, ing, and steering to match Tour Mode yields a similar range, whereas sporty settings produce a range closer to Sport Mode.
• Velocity Max Mode: provides short bursts of extra power. Cadillac’s manual warns that extended use will reduce range.

These owner‑reported numbers should be interpreted cautiously because they are not validated by independent testing. Nonetheless, they illustrate that driving modes change consumption by altering throttle response and regenerative braking intensity.

Comparing Driving Modes: Range and Efficiency

The table below summarizes information from Cadillac’s official guide and from owner‑reported data about how each driving mode affects efficiency and range. The estimated range change assumes a baseline EPA‑rated range of 326 mi.

*Estimates derived from owner‑reported data; actual results vary with speed, terrain, temperature, and driving style.

Factors Beyond Driving Mode

Wheel Size and Tires

Owner reports show that wheel size has a surprising impact on range. Larger 22‑inch wheels increased rolling resistance and weight, causing 3–5 % lower efficiency compared with smaller wheels; they were the number‑one cause of range complaints (15.9 %) in a survey of Lyriq owners.

Choosing the smaller 19‑ or 20‑inch wheels can therefore preserve several miles of range.

Speed and Driving Style

High highway speeds reduce efficiency more than anyother driving mode. In Car and Driver’s highway test, the rear‑drive Lyriq achieved 270 mi versus the EPA‑rated 314 mi.

Aggressive acceleration and constant high speeds cause the battery to drain faster. Smooth driving, avoiding sudden starts and stops, and maintaining moderate speeds can improve range by up to 20 % according to owner data.

Temperature and Climate Control

Cold weather reduces EV range because the battery must warm itself, and the cabin heater draws additional power. Lyriq owners report a 15–25 % range loss in winter.

Preconditioning the cabin and battery while plugged in can help mitigate this effect.

Regenerative Braking and One‑pedal Driving

The Lyriq offers One‑Pedal Driving and a Regen on Demand paddle. The quick‑start guide explains that pulling the Regen on Demand paddle slows the vehicle and sends energy back to the battery, while One‑Pedal Driving slows the car using regenerative braking whenever the accelerator is released.

Using these features, especially in Tour Mode, helps recover energy during deceleration and can extend range. Even in Sport Mode, drivers can manually engage regenerative braking via the paddle to regain some efficiency.

Practical Strategies to Maximize Range

Based on official information and owner experiences:

1. Choose the right mode for the situation. Use Tour Mode for daily commuting and long trips to maximize range. Switch to Sport Mode only when you need a quicker response and return to Tour when cruising. Reserve Snow/Ice Mode for slippery conditions. Customize My Mode with efficiency‑oriented settings if you want a personalized feel without sacrificing range.
2. Drive smoothly and moderate your speed. Avoid rapid acceleration and high cruising speeds; they are more impactful on range than the choice of driving mode. Use cruise control on highways and lift off the accelerator early to let regenerative braking slow the car.
3. Utilize regenerative braking features. Enable One‑Pedal Driving in city traffic and use the Regen on Demand paddle on downhill sections or when approaching stops. The extra energy captured can improve efficiency across all modes.
4. Manage wheel choices and tires. If maximizing range is a priority, opt for the smaller 19‑ or 20‑inch wheels; they reduce rolling resistance compared with the 22‑inch option.
5. Precondition and protect the battery. In cold weather, preheat the cabin while the car is still plugged in to avoid using battery energy for heating. Park in a garage when possible.
6. Maintain a moderate state of charge. Cadillac and many battery experts recommend charging to around 80 % for daily use and avoiding frequent deep discharges. This practice preserves battery health and prevents energy loss at the top and bottom of the pack.

Conclusion

The Cadillac Lyriq’s driving modes do not change the amount of energy stored in its 102 kWh battery, but they do influence how quickly that energy is used. 

Tour Mode optimizes comfort and regenerative braking, enabling the longest range. Owner data suggests it can deliver 16–19 % better efficiency than Sport Mode and up to 60 more miles on a full charge.

Sport Mode sharpens throttle and steering response but reduces regen, decreasing range by roughly 5–15 %. Snow/Ice Mode uses additional energy to maximize traction and is best reserved for slippery conditions.

My Mode offers a customizable blend of efficiency and performance, while Velocity Max Mode delivers short bursts of maximum power at the expense of range. During long drives in quieter, efficiency-focused modes like Tour, many drivers also prefer using wireless headphones when parked or charging to enjoy music or media without relying on the vehicle’s audio system.

Mike Portnoy is one of metal’s most revered drummers – and now he’s back home in Dream Theater

Black Stone Cherry are determined to mark their successes in life, and the very literally named ‘Celebrate’ is seven tracks dedicated to just this. That said, don’t expect songs you can blow out your birthday candles to; ‘Celebrate’ represents just about making it through the day with your friends at your side. 

No one could accuse them of subtlety, but we don’t love Black Stone Cherry for their nuanced, cerebral approach to life. We’re here for huge riffs and Chris Robertson’s Kentucky wail. “Celebrate – you made it through another one today,” he calls on the massive opening title track, a song that Black Stone Cherry’s fans will clutch to their hearts, and one that will blow the room off the intimate venues they’ve picked for their next UK tour. Lead single ‘Neon Eyes’ is bombastic stadium fuel, grooving on the verses and featuring the guitar glory that we’ve fallen for time and again over the past two decades. If you’re in the need of wobbly bass and hip swinging tales of nightlife and unrequited desire, we’ve got ‘Caught In The Up Down’ to fulfil that need in scorching style. 

So far, so expected. But under the surface, the band have been dealing with their own private grief, which likely accounts for the way ‘Celebrate’ switches between big anthems and songs ripped straight from their hearts. ‘Deep’, aside from inevitably foreshadowing a major lighters-up moment when performed live, taps into the darkness of loss, with its lighter acoustic touches and winding swings between vulnerability and resolution. It immediately follows the grunge swoops of ‘I’m Fine’ – a self-destructive longing for a break – that’s cut with beams of guitar. The darker, more honest side of ‘Celebrate’ feels much more powerful. It’s as if Black Stone Cherry are setting themselves a challenge to express their troubles in a way that emphasises their personal strength through rock, and it’s far more than you’d expect from their average output.

Then, just when you’ve adjusted to the two poles of ‘Celebrate’, they drop in their cover of ‘Don’t You (Forget About Me)’ with Tyler Connolly of Theory Of A Dead Man. Black Stone Cherry know the iconic chorus all too well, having performed the song at numerous festivals. Once the moment of recognition passes, we realise we’re being treated to a solidly fuzzy hard rock update to the karaoke classic hit. It might seem to come out of the left field to the uninitiated, but it’s definitely a party jam that fits the huge Black Stone Cherry style. 

With less than a half-an-hour runtime, it’s somewhat of a fleeting return for Black Stone Cherry. Regardless, no one can really complain about new music from everyone’s favourite southern rockers. With enough innovation, surprise and depth to capture our interest, plus all the guitar heaviness and charisma that we’ve already come to expect, we can be content that ‘Celebrate’ channels positivity through each and every chord.

KATE ALLVEY

Black Stone Cherry are determined to mark their successes in life, and the very literally named ‘Celebrate’ is seven tracks dedicated to just this. That said, don’t expect songs you can blow out your birthday candles to; ‘Celebrate’ represents just about making it through the day with your friends at your side. 

No one could accuse them of subtlety, but we don’t love Black Stone Cherry for their nuanced, cerebral approach to life. We’re here for huge riffs and Chris Robertson’s Kentucky wail. “Celebrate – you made it through another one today,” he calls on the massive opening title track, a song that Black Stone Cherry’s fans will clutch to their hearts, and one that will blow the room off the intimate venues they’ve picked for their next UK tour. Lead single ‘Neon Eyes’ is bombastic stadium fuel, grooving on the verses and featuring the guitar glory that we’ve fallen for time and again over the past two decades. If you’re in the need of wobbly bass and hip swinging tales of nightlife and unrequited desire, we’ve got ‘Caught In The Up Down’ to fulfil that need in scorching style. 

So far, so expected. But under the surface, the band have been dealing with their own private grief, which likely accounts for the way ‘Celebrate’ switches between big anthems and songs ripped straight from their hearts. ‘Deep’, aside from inevitably foreshadowing a major lighters-up moment when performed live, taps into the darkness of loss, with its lighter acoustic touches and winding swings between vulnerability and resolution. It immediately follows the grunge swoops of ‘I’m Fine’ – a self-destructive longing for a break – that’s cut with beams of guitar. The darker, more honest side of ‘Celebrate’ feels much more powerful. It’s as if Black Stone Cherry are setting themselves a challenge to express their troubles in a way that emphasises their personal strength through rock, and it’s far more than you’d expect from their average output.

Then, just when you’ve adjusted to the two poles of ‘Celebrate’, they drop in their cover of ‘Don’t You (Forget About Me)’ with Tyler Connolly of Theory Of A Dead Man. Black Stone Cherry know the iconic chorus all too well, having performed the song at numerous festivals. Once the moment of recognition passes, we realise we’re being treated to a solidly fuzzy hard rock update to the karaoke classic hit. It might seem to come out of the left field to the uninitiated, but it’s definitely a party jam that fits the huge Black Stone Cherry style. 

With less than a half-an-hour runtime, it’s somewhat of a fleeting return for Black Stone Cherry. Regardless, no one can really complain about new music from everyone’s favourite southern rockers. With enough innovation, surprise and depth to capture our interest, plus all the guitar heaviness and charisma that we’ve already come to expect, we can be content that ‘Celebrate’ channels positivity through each and every chord.

KATE ALLVEY

Posted on March 4th 2026, 12:00p.m.

On Wednesday, March 4th, Canadian Roots, Rock, and Soul band Bywater Call release of their second studio single of 2026, “How Long”, from their forthcoming fourth studio album, set to come out July 2026 with more details to come soon.

The single is available on all streaming platforms via – https://linktr.ee/bywatercall

“How Long” is slow burn, contemporary soul and R&B inspired song, influenced by the likes of Black Pumas, Brittany Howard (Alabama Shakes) and Amy Winehouse. Lush and deep, with soaring horns, lead synths, raw, exciting vocals and a hypnotic guitar feature, the song is indicative of the band’s mission to meld old and new sounds and influences, while continuing to carve out a lane of their own.

On “How Long,”  Bywater Call evolves and embarks on a experimental journey, while delivering the familiar emotion and musical drive that followers of the band have come to love. Initially restrained and haunting, the song flowers into an intense catharsis.

“How Long is a raw and introspective song that wrestles with guilt, fragility, and the fear of becoming the very thing you never wanted to be,” says lead singer Meghan Parnell. “Lyrically and melodically, we tried to convey the vulnerability and self-reflection of someone living in the fragile space between remorse and repetition.”

The song was recorded at Palace Studios in Toronto, captured and mixed by Patric McGroarty, and mastered by Kristian Montano of Montano Mastering.

Often transcending genres, Bywater Call is known for their dynamic, emotional live shows, featuring powerful vocals and exciting interplay between all band members.

In early 2026 Bywater Call were officially nominated for the UK Blues Award for “International Act of the Year,” having been previously nominated in 2025 and 2024.

In their August 2024 issue, Classic Rock made Bywater Call’s 2024 album Shepherd their “Blues Album of the Month” and said it was “an inventive and uncommonly catchy record,” and added, “the sense of a band on the brink is unmistakable.” The album won “Top Blues Album of the Year” in the magazine’s year-end round-up.

The band will be on tour throughout Europe, the USA and Canada in 2026.

2026 TOUR DATES
**More dates to be announced. More info:
www.bywatercall.com

CANADA and USA

Feb 26 | Burlington, ON | Burlington Performing Arts Centre
Mar 5 | Aurora, IL | The Venue
Mar 6 | Terre Haute, IN | Terre Haute Brewing Co
Mar 7 | Evansville, IN | Mojo’s
Mar 8 | Franklin, TN | Franklin Theatre *supporting Robert Jon & the Wreck
Mar 10 | Chattanooga, TN | The Listening Room
Mar 11 | Charlotte, NC | Middle C
Mar 13 | Greenville, SC | Poe Mill Music
Mar 14 | Atlanta. GA | Smith’s Old Bar
Mar 17 | St Augustine, FL | Café 11
Mar 18 | Cocoa Beach, FL | Heidi’s
Mar 19 | Ft Myers, FL | Buckingham Blues Bar
Mar 20 | Safety Harbor, FL | SHAMc
Mar 21 | Boca Raton, FL | Funky Biscuit
Mar 22 | Orlando, FL | Judson’s Live
Mar 25-29 | Miami, FL | Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea
Apr 1 | Raleigh, NC | Pour House
Apr 2 | Hagerstown, MD | Live at Hub City Vinyl
Apr 3 | Tuckerton, NJ | Lizzie Rose Music Room
Apr 4 | New York, NY | Iridium
Apr 23| Syracuse, NY | 443 Club at the Hosmer Auditorium
Apr 24 | Plattsburgh, NY | Retro Live
Apr 25 | Drummondville. QC | Maison des arts Desjardins Drummondville

EUROPE

14-May | Dudenhofen Germany | Kulturverein Dudenhofen
15-May | Rimsting Germany | Feuerwehrhaus
16-May | Affalter Germany | Zur Linde
17-May | Regensburg Germany | VAZ Pfarrheim
19-May | Norderstedt Germany | Music Star
20-May | Bremen Germany | Meisenfrei
21-May | Werchter Belgium | Blue Rooster
22-May | Weert Netherlands | De Bosuil
23-May | Unna Germany | Lindenbrauerei
24-May | Raalte Netherlands | Ribs & Blues Festival
27-May | Verviers Belgium | Spirit of 66
28-May | Krefeld Germany | Kulturrampe
29-May | Haarlem Netherlands | Patronaat
30-May | Tilburg Netherlands | Heyhoef
31-May | Aalten Netherlands|  LSA Music
2-Jun | Arnstadt Germany | Kulisse
3-Jun | Aschaffenburg Germany| Colos-Saal
4-Jun | Köln Germany | Die Kantine / Freideck
5-Jun | Luxemburg Luxemburg | Blues Club
6-Jun | Riotord France | Climax Club Legend
7-Jun | Le Thor France | Sonograf
9-Jun | Chambery France | Brin de Zinc
13-Jun | Penmarch France | God Save The Kouign Festival
16-Jun | Tenerife Grand Canaria | Teatro Leal
17-Jun | Las Palmas Grand Canaria | Teatro Guiniguada

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I’ll take “Global Notables” for $600, please, Ken—The clue: Country famous for its waffles, chocolate, beer, and castles. The answer—What is Belgium?! Correct! Belgium is also home to some pretty decent black metal bands—Lugubrum, Enthroned, and Wiegedood, to name a few. Here to add another branch to that blackened Belgian family tree is Erbeet Azhak, the side project of one pretty busy Corvus von Burtle—C.V.B.(Cult of Erinyes, Wolvennest, LVTHN, Aerdryk). Erbeet Azhak’s debut album, Only the Vile Will Remain, helmed by his Cult of Erinyes bandmate and all-around metal maestro Déhà at Blackout Studio, promises to stand “as a manifesto in which hatred and chaos coexist under the dominion of a faceless yet resolute entity.” Let’s plant the dark seed of Erbeet Azhak’s Only the Vile Will Remain together and see what slithering roots sprout from within.

Erbeet Azhak’s black metal is desolate and chaotic, but doesn’t stray far from trails travelled by C.V.B.’s other projects. Still, it finds him further flexing his vocal muscles, which are a mix of everyman blackened rasps alongside tonal shouts and growls that sound a lot like F.O.A.D.-era Nocturno Culto. Even as Erbeet Azhak brings C.V.B.’s own guitar and bass talents to bear, guest musicians S. Iblis’s (Possession) lead guitar, Onbra Oscoura’s (Abyssal Vacuum) bass, and Laye’s (Putrid Offal) drumming flesh out a sound palette that explores several black metal styles. Sargeist lurks in the riffs of galloping melodicism present on “The Wings of Liberation,” just as Blut Aus Nord fans can belly up to a bar stocked with blasting beats and decaying dissonance (“Lecherous Angels,” “Death to the Self”).¹ Further examination finds traces of Aosoth in the near blackened war metal of “Only the Vile Will Remain,” while devotees of doomier plods ala late-era Darkthrone should find comfort in the folds of “Erbeet Azhak.” Despite what seems such a mixed bag, Only the Vile Will Remain encases its twists and turns in a production that provides sonic consistency.

Raw but nuanced, Erbeet Azhak packs as many interesting details into Only the Vile Will Remain as Luciana Nedelea did her excellent cover art. I particularly enjoyed the engaging guitar leads that creep amongst the riffs and blast beats of “The Weakness of Our Cycle” as much as I did the intriguing riff patterns and spacy, atmospheric interlude that hijacks “The Inner Circle” around the 2:45 mark, segueing into a really nice melodic guitar solo. Iblis’s performance warrants particular note, as he peppers the whole of Only the Vile Will Remain with lots of satisfying, melodically intricate solo work not present on most black metal of this ilk (“The Wings of Liberation,” “Death to Self”). C.V.B.’s performance on the mic also deserves a nod. While he’s never contributed in this way on any of the other projects he’s involved with, save Aerdryk, his vocals fit what Erbeet Azhak does well and add a layer of gravelly, gothic tension and menace. The vocal cherry on top, however, belongs to Zd from LVTHN, whose inhuman screeches absolutely haunt the back-end passages of “Lecherous Angels.”

While Only the Vile Will Remain isn’t a sprawling, over-bloated behemoth by any means, it could benefit from a little nip and tuck. Erbeet Azkhak traverses the many planes of its black metal existence with relative ease and is most compelling when song lengths provide enough room for all the transitions to develop. Evident even on the albums second shortest song, “The Wings of Liberation,” which transitions from a galloping mid-pace to a blast-furnace passage before moving on toward a guitar solo flowing with melodicism and then back again, all within the span of 4:06. Ironically, this leaves the 3:46’s of the title track stuck in my craw as the album’s most boring; its straight-forward, blast-beat-overloaded war-metal approach sticking out sorely amidst the much more atmospheric fare on display. Cutting this and the mostly superfluous intro would have left Only the Vile Will Remain a more lethal beast.

Erbeet Azhak hasn’t revolutionized the landscape of black metal, neither in Belgium nor in the broader, raw-as-misanthropic scene in which Only the Vile Will Remain operates. Those intrigued by the name drops above should find something of value here. I know I got more than I was expecting. For now, I’d say there’s a fresh sprout on the Belgian black metal family tree with Erbeet Azhak’s name on it; whether that grows into a sturdy branch or not, only time will tell.

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Rating: 3.0/5.0
DR: 7 | Format Reviewed: 320 kb/s mp3
Label: Amor Fati Productions
Websites: Bandcamp
Releases Worldwide: March 7th, 2026²

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Internationally acclaimed guitarist, singer, and songwriter Philip Sayce sets the stage ablaze once again with the announcement of his explosive new live album, Scorched Earth: Volume 2 Live in LA / London. To mark the news of the highly anticipated new live album, Sayce releases the album’s latest single, “Morning Star (Live),” available now on all streaming services alongside an official lyric which fans can watch on YouTube HERE.

Pre-save the full digital album HERE.

Captured during a triumphant run of sold-out performances at the legendary venue The Baked Potato in Los Angeles and a packed, over-capacity show at The Garage in London, Scorched Earth: Volume 2 Live in LA / London documents Sayce at the absolute peak of his powers.

“Morning Star (Live)” follows the release of the album’s first single, “Peace Machine (Live)”, which debuted late last year and is already available on streaming services with an accompanying music video. Together, the two tracks offer a powerful preview of the raw intensity and emotional fire that define the full live album.

A blistering continuation of the Scorched Earth series, Volume 2 delivers the fearless improvisation, volcanic guitar work, and deep emotional charge that have cemented Sayce’s reputation as one of the most revered guitarists of his generation.

The record captures the undeniable chemistry between Sayce and his world-class band: Sam Bolle (bass) and Bryan Head (drums). Together, they unleash a sonic firestorm blending blues grit, psychedelic soul, and high-wire rock ‘n’ roll.

Among the album’s defining moments are explosive renditions of “Once” and “Bitter Monday,” recorded live at The Baked Potato, along with a breathtaking rendition of Jimi Hendrix’s “Spanish Castle Magic,” performed during an unforgettable night at The Garage in London. It’s a fearless, transcendent take that channels and honours the spirit of Jimi Hendrix while unmistakably bearing Sayce’s signature tone and fire.

The album’s sonic depth and clarity are elevated by GRAMMY Award-winning mixing engineer Mark Rains and GRAMMY Award-nominated mastering engineer Brian Lucey, ensuring every surge of the live experience hits with full force.

“These shows were pure electricity,” says Sayce. “There’s something powerful about capturing a moment when the band, the songs, and the audience are completely locked in. LA and London brought that magic. We lit the fuse, and you can feel it.”

Recorded in two of the world’s most iconic live music cities, Scorched Earth: Volume 2 Live in LA / London stands as a definitive testament to Philip Sayce’s standing as a modern torchbearer of blues-rock guitar. From searing solos and soulful vocals to thunderous rhythm section interplay, this is more than a live album; it is an event.

With critics and fans consistently praising Sayce’s incendiary performances and emotional authenticity, Scorched Earth: Volume 2 Live in LA / London arrives as a must-hear release for guitar lovers and live music devotees worldwide.

SCORCHED EARTH: VOLUME 2: LIVE IN LA / LONDON
ALBUM TRACK LISTING

1. One Foot In The Grave (3:19)
2. Once (3:35)
3. Bitter Monday (5:52)
4. Peace Machine (9:30)
5. Lady Love Divine (3:56)
6. 5:55 (1:53)
7. Morning Star (5:07)
8. Spanish Castle Magic (5:07)

May/June 2026 UK Tour

SPECIAL GUESTS:
TOM MORIARTY (ALL DATES) AND
*CHANTEL MCGREGOR (HOLMFIRTH ONLY)

TICKETS: THEGIGCARTEL.COM & PHILIPSAYCE.COM

BRISTOL, THE FLEECE
TUESDAY 19th MAY 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
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2 St Thomas St, Redcliffe, Bristol, BS1 6JJ
https://thefleece.co.uk

NOTTINGHAM, RESCUE ROOMS
WEDNESDAY 20th MAY 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
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Masonic Pl, Goldsmith St, Nottingham, NG1 5LB
https://www.rescuerooms.com

HOLMFIRTH, PICTUREDROME
FRIDAY 22nd MAY 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
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Market Walk, Holmfirth,
West Yorkshire, HD9 7DA
https://www.picturedrome.net

GLASGOW, ST LUKES
SATURDAY 23rd MAY 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
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Calton, 17 Bain St, Glasgow, G40 2JZ
www.stlukesglasgow.com

NEWCASTLE, ANARCHY BREW
SUNDAY 24th MAY 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
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Benfield Business Park, Unit A1, Benfield Rd,
Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 4NQ
www.anarchybrewco.com

BASINGSTOKE, HAYMARKET
WEDNESDAY 27th MAY 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
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Wote St, Basingstoke RG21 7NW
www.anvilarts.org.uk

BURY ST EDMONDS, THE APEX
THURSDAY 28th MAY 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
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Charter Square St, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD
www.theapex.co.uk

CHESTER, THE LIVE ROOMS
SATURDAY 30th MAY 2026
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
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1 Station Road, Chester, CH1 3DR
www.theliverooms.com

CARDIFF, THE GLOBE
SUNDAY 31st MAY 2026
Tickets: The  Gig Cartel
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125 Albany Road, Cardiff, Wales, CF24 3NSA
www.globecardiff.co.uk

LONDON, ISLINGTON ASSEMBLY
WEDNESDAY 3rd JUNE 20206
Tickets: The Gig Cartel
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Upper St, Islington, London, N1 2UD
islingtonassemblyhall.co.uk

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Australian pop-rock favourite TAXIRIDE ft. Jason Singh will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the landmark album Garage Mahal with a special premiere performance at The Espy, St Kilda on 21 August. The exclusive Melbourne show will feature the album performed in full for
the first time in its entirety, alongside select fan favourites. Featuring original lead vocalist and the albums principal songwriter Jason Singh — whose voice defined the album’s sound — the performance delivers an authentic return to the record that marked a major evolution in the
band’s career.

Released in 2002 following the multi-platinum success of Imaginate, Garage Mahal showcased TAXIRIDE’s signature blend of soaring harmonies, melodic song writing and organic live-band energy, cementing their place within Australia’s pop-rock landscape.

25 years on, TAXIRIDE ft. Jason Singh bring Garage Mahal back to the stage with authenticity, renewed energy and a modern edge — celebrating the fans who have carried the music across generations.

“You don’t protect a legacy by rewriting it — you honour it by performing it,” Jason Singh said.

Set within one of Australia’s most iconic live music rooms, the 21 August Espy performance marks the official launch of the 25 Years of Garage Mahal Tour, with a full national anniversary tour scheduled for 2027.

TAXIRIDE ft. Jason Singh – 25 Years of Garage Mahal
21 August
The Espy, St Kilda
Tickets on sale now: https://shorturl.at/xBKrp

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