The sophomore studio album from American band Dustin Arbuckle And The Damnations, titled “Fight Like the Devil (Or Run Like Hell)” and released in 2026, is a hard-hitting masterclass in contemporary roots blues-rock. After gaining international acclaim with the renowned duo Moreland & Arbuckle, in this recording singer and harmonica player Dustin Arbuckle confirms a raw, gritty sound, that avoids digital polish in favor of the genre’s analog imperfection.

Backed by musicians like Brandon Hudspeth on guitars and Caleb Drummond on bass, the record flawlessly balances a robust, basement-chic “garage” production with sharp, intelligent songwriting. Driven by hypnotic grooves and Arbuckle’s signature gravelly vocals, the album pushes forward with its title track, together with standout cuts like “Heaven Forbid”, “Desperate Love” or “Out of Time”. Furthermore, the band dares to venture into formidable stylistic adventures, including a remarkable rendition of Bob Dylan’s classic “Tombstone Blues” and tracks that border ragtime in the path of Leon Redbone.

This eleven track release, also available on streaming platforms like Spotify, looks like an essential recording for blues purists seeking freshness without losing the genre’s soul.