John Mayall - Tough

Tough is a studio album by British blues musician John Mayall, originally released in September 2009 via Eagle Records.

The overall tone of this album is gritty and urban, current and strong. It is a study in the struggle of the current state of the world, the difficulties with human relationships, the pitfalls of temptations and, finally, the promise of hope. The stories in these eleven songs are told from a voice of strength.

In the 44 years since his first record release and at almost 76 years old, this is John Mayall's 57th official album. Produced by John Mayall himself, this album is also the debut of his new band line-up, making this is a new start with fresh new blood.

About the band: The players make up John Mayall's new touring band, consisting of his latest guitar phenomenon from Texas, Rocky Athas; a blues rhythm section from Chicago - Greg Rzab on bass guitar and Jay Davenport on drums; Tom Canning on organ and piano; and, of course, John Mayall on keyboards, organ, harmonica, guitar and vocals.

This double album 2LP record set is a limited edition of 2,000 individually hand numbered copies on 180 gram heavyweight crystal clear coloured vinyl housed in a gatefold sleeve with printed inner sleeves, pressed in Germany via earMusic.