Vinyl Blues For the Modern Daze

'Blues for the Modern Daze' is the 12th studio album by American blues rock guitarist Walter Trout, focusing on traditional blues roots. Recorded in October 2011 at Entourage Studios in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, it was produced by Trout himself along with engineer Eric Corne. Released on April 23, 2012, by Provogue Records, the album draws inspiration from early gospel blues musicians like Blind Willie Johnson, aiming to capture the essence of traditional blues. The lyrics reflect Trout's perspective on the contemporary world and personal experiences, addressing themes such as technology, social issues, and personal introspection. The album achieved commercial success, reaching number one on the UK Jazz & Blues Albums Chart and charting in several European territories. This album was released on October 10, 2025, in vinyl format in the PURPLE variant.