JOANNA CONNOR BAND

This woman needs no introduction to the Fallout Shelter audience. She is one of the most electrifying and incendiary musicians we have ever hosted at the Fallout Shelter and we were over the top with pride when she chose the Fallout Shelter to record her FIRST ever live recording. After hearing the mastered recordings Joanna went to her Social Media pages to proclaim..."this is the best recording I have ever done in my career, HANDS DOWN!" The album comes out August 21st.  Joanna hits the Fallout Shelter stage on the 27th.

Northport, NY - M.C. Records is incredibly proud to announce the upcoming release of Live On 11/11 (MC-0097), the first-ever live recording from Chicago’s own Joanna Connor, universally recognized as the "Queen of Blues Rock Guitar." This historic release, recorded at The Fallout Shelter in Norwood Massachusetts, captures the raw, incendiary magic that has made Connor a global touring phenomenon. Spanning a legendary 36-year career defined by explosive slide work and dynamic stage presence.

Joanna Connor talks about the new record: "This album brings to life what I believe needed to be heard, to witness what I have been honing and experiencing for decades. The unit here put in miles, both pleasant and tumultuous. The resulting alchemy was worth all of it."

Emerging from the robust Chicago blues scene in the 1980s under the mentorship of icons like Buddy Guy and Dion Payton, Joanna Connor has carved out a unique legacy. Known for her astonishing speed, innovative slide technique, and soulful, grit-infused vocals, she has pushed the boundaries of the genre while remaining fiercely loyal to its roots.

Click the photo to check out Joanna Connor's new website. Which includes her extensive touring schedule with stops in Chicago, New York City, Buffalo, Worcester, Sioux City, and many more.

Scheduled for release on August 21, 2026, Live On 11/11 features 10 sizzling tracks that rock from start to finish. The album captures Connor and her powerhouse band at the absolute peak of their powers, delivering an uncompromising dose of the fiery blues-rock and blistering slide guitar that has earned her millions of views online and the adoration of guitarists and blues fans worldwide.

The Fallout Shelter is an all ages performance venue welcoming worldwide, world class music in an intimate setting. Our studio audience attends to watch the creation and production of the music television series The Extended Play Sessions. The Fallout Shelter events are immersive experiences for both audience and performers alike...a live music experience like no other. We are fully ADA compliant and have wheelchair access. We have a wide selection of beer and wine for your adult beverage pleasures and each show comes with a free commemorative event poster. Our doors open at 6PM. Seating is General Admission. We recommend you arrive at the time the doors open.