Bluessmyth
Band Story
Bluessmyth: Forging Fire and Soul in a Heavy Blues Crucible
Canada's own Bluessmyth returns to the stage and studio with the release of their blistering, self-titled sophomore album—Bluessmyth—a record that doesn't just follow up their debut, 30 Pieces of Silver, but slams the hammer down and reshapes everything we thought we knew about modern blues.
A name that fuses "blues" with the art of the blacksmith, Bluessmyth is more than a moniker—it’s a mission statement. This Alberta-based trio has carved a space for themselves in the modern blues landscape by melding the genre’s raw emotional core with the weight and heat of heavy rock. The result is a sound that rings with the soul of gospel, the grit of Delta blues, and the unflinching power of metal. If Robert Johnson had plugged into a Marshall stack, it might’ve sounded something like this.
"This CD is heavier, and in some ways more thoughtful, than our first record," says guitarist and frontman Chris. “It’s about universal themes—good and evil, identity, life and death. On this one, we wanted to tell stories.”
And tell stories they do.
The album opens with “The Duel,” a thunderous, no-holds-barred blues showdown between guitar and drums—a call-and-response anthem charged with adrenaline and distortion. From there, it rolls into “Rollin’ Penny,” an outsider’s anthem wrapped in an Alberta shuffle, featuring wah-wah slide guitar that cuts through the mix like a chainsaw dipped in Delta mud.
“We wanted the album to sound as live as possible,” adds drummer Jason. “We’ve been on the road a lot, and we wanted to bottle that raw, on-stage energy. Most of the tracks were recorded straight off the floor—and you can hear it. It breathes, it sweats, it lives.”
One of the album’s defining moments is the epic, three-part suite, “The Story of Emmett Till”—a searing, emotional tribute to the 14-year-old African American boy whose 1955 murder in Mississippi helped ignite the American Civil Rights Movement. The track begins with the haunting instrumental “Innocence Bound,” where shimmering 12-strings and ghostly organ lines evoke the purity of a life tragically cut short. It then plunges into the dark and desperate “Run For Your Life,” with swampy slide guitars and pounding drums that mirror Emmett’s final, terrifying hours. The final act, “The Phoenix,” is a fiery resurrection—an explosive celebration of how one senseless act birthed a movement that changed history.
From the gospel-tinged introspection of “Take the Road,” a southern-flavored ballad about carving your own path, to the stormy swagger of “Mean Mean Woman,” where metallic guitar riffs tangle with R&B grooves and gospel organ, Bluessmyth proves their versatility without losing their edge.
And then there's the title track—“Bluessmyth”—which digs deep into myth. It tells the tale of Henry, a master blacksmith so skilled that the Devil himself pays him a visit, seeking horseshoes. But Henry tricks the Devil, crafting shoes so tight they torment him for eternity—a blues fable forged in iron and fire. It’s a metaphor that perfectly suits the band: skilled craftsmen hammering their pain, triumph, and soul into songs that leave a mark.
With heavy riffs, haunting tales, and a commitment to the raw power of blues storytelling, Bluessmyth doesn’t just play the blues—they forge it, shape it, and send it back into the world as something new, something heavier, something unforgettable.
Canada's own Bluessmyth returns to the stage and studio with the release of their blistering, self-titled sophomore album—Bluessmyth—a record that doesn't just follow up their debut, 30 Pieces of Silver, but slams the hammer down and reshapes everything we thought we knew about modern blues.
A name that fuses "blues" with the art of the blacksmith, Bluessmyth is more than a moniker—it’s a mission statement. This Alberta-based trio has carved a space for themselves in the modern blues landscape by melding the genre’s raw emotional core with the weight and heat of heavy rock. The result is a sound that rings with the soul of gospel, the grit of Delta blues, and the unflinching power of metal. If Robert Johnson had plugged into a Marshall stack, it might’ve sounded something like this.
"This CD is heavier, and in some ways more thoughtful, than our first record," says guitarist and frontman Chris. “It’s about universal themes—good and evil, identity, life and death. On this one, we wanted to tell stories.”
And tell stories they do.
The album opens with “The Duel,” a thunderous, no-holds-barred blues showdown between guitar and drums—a call-and-response anthem charged with adrenaline and distortion. From there, it rolls into “Rollin’ Penny,” an outsider’s anthem wrapped in an Alberta shuffle, featuring wah-wah slide guitar that cuts through the mix like a chainsaw dipped in Delta mud.
“We wanted the album to sound as live as possible,” adds drummer Jason. “We’ve been on the road a lot, and we wanted to bottle that raw, on-stage energy. Most of the tracks were recorded straight off the floor—and you can hear it. It breathes, it sweats, it lives.”
One of the album’s defining moments is the epic, three-part suite, “The Story of Emmett Till”—a searing, emotional tribute to the 14-year-old African American boy whose 1955 murder in Mississippi helped ignite the American Civil Rights Movement. The track begins with the haunting instrumental “Innocence Bound,” where shimmering 12-strings and ghostly organ lines evoke the purity of a life tragically cut short. It then plunges into the dark and desperate “Run For Your Life,” with swampy slide guitars and pounding drums that mirror Emmett’s final, terrifying hours. The final act, “The Phoenix,” is a fiery resurrection—an explosive celebration of how one senseless act birthed a movement that changed history.
From the gospel-tinged introspection of “Take the Road,” a southern-flavored ballad about carving your own path, to the stormy swagger of “Mean Mean Woman,” where metallic guitar riffs tangle with R&B grooves and gospel organ, Bluessmyth proves their versatility without losing their edge.
And then there's the title track—“Bluessmyth”—which digs deep into myth. It tells the tale of Henry, a master blacksmith so skilled that the Devil himself pays him a visit, seeking horseshoes. But Henry tricks the Devil, crafting shoes so tight they torment him for eternity—a blues fable forged in iron and fire. It’s a metaphor that perfectly suits the band: skilled craftsmen hammering their pain, triumph, and soul into songs that leave a mark.
With heavy riffs, haunting tales, and a commitment to the raw power of blues storytelling, Bluessmyth doesn’t just play the blues—they forge it, shape it, and send it back into the world as something new, something heavier, something unforgettable.
Band Members
Chris Y - lead guitar lead vocals Jason Y (JY) - bass back up vocals
Chris Y - lead guitar lead vocals Jason Y (JY) - bass back up vocals
Location: AMERICA NORTH: Canada: Alberta
Genre: Blues