Eric Steckel has announced the release of his brand-new studioalbum 'Sandstorm' for September 11th, 2026 via OPEN / SPV Recordings.
Internationally acclaimed blues-rock guitarist, singer and songwriter Eric Steckel has announced the release of his brand-new studioalbum 'Sandstorm' for September 11th, 2026 via OPEN / SPV Recordings.
To coincide with the album announcement, Steckel has released 'She’s A Golddigger', another glimpse into the new album. The track and the video are now available to stream everywhere.
Watch the video to 'She's A Golddigger'
"'She's a golddigger' is just plain fun," comments Eric Steckel. "It was one of the songs that I just couldn't wait to record for this album and I can't wait for you guys to hear it. The lyrics are just hilarious, very relatable, especially to those who are musicians or in the arts. But even if you're not, I think you'll get a kick out of this song."
In an era where pedalboards, laptops and samples have become commonplace, American blues-rock/metal guitarist and singer Eric Steckel goes against the grain and harkens his listeners back to the days when great guitars were played loudly through great amps. Hailed by many as the top rising star of Blues/Rock, Eric delivers a powerhouse performance that has left audiences in 30 countries (and counting) mesmerized.
Eric has toured worldwide sharing the billing with Steve Vai, Gregg Allman, Johnny Winter, John Mayall, Ray Charles, Larry Carlton, Robben Ford, and others and was voted into Total Guitar magazine's list of "The 100 Greatest Blues Guitarists of All Time" and named one of "10 Future Blues Stars” by Guitar Player.
"My forthcoming new album, 'Sandstorm' is the most fun I’ve had making a record in my career thus far," comments Eric Steckel. "The incredible vibe in the studio brought forth tons of new and spontaneous material such as the title track 'Sandstorm' which instantly became my favorite track on this album and a perfect representation of this body of work."
Eric Steckel's signature blend of hard rock and blues - often dubbed “Bluesmetal” - is a must-see for fans of guitar-driven music. His momentum is also reflected online, with a rapidly growing fanbase and strong engagement across platforms - currently 156,000 followers on Instagram and 178,000 followers on Facebook.
ALBUM TRACKLIST
Side A
1. When It Rains, It Pours
2. The Other Guy
3. Blues for the Lonely
4. What I Wanna Believe
5. Sandstorm
Side B
6. Empty Promises
7. El Paso Sugar
8. Axe To Grind
9. She's A Golddigger
10. Back to Life
About Eric Steckel
Eric's career began at just 11 years old with his debut album "A Few Degrees Warmer," and took off in 2003 when Blues legend John Mayall introduced him as the youngest guitarist ever to share the stage with The Bluesbreakers. Since then, Eric has shared stages with icons including B.B. King, Ray Charles, Steve Vai, Gregg Allman and Johnny Winter, and released a string of acclaimed albums, from "Havana" and "Feels Like Home" to "Polyphonic Prayer" and "Grandview Drive."
With 23 years on stage and in the studio, Eric has been featured in Guitar Player, Guitar World, Total Guitar, Classic Rock Magazine and more, cementing his place as one of Blues/Rock's most electrifying live performers.
