Delta Generators Announce New Album 'ON & ON'

Boston-based blues rock band releases lead single and music video ahead of May album release.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Delta Generators, a Boston-based blues rock band, have announced the global release of their new studio album 'ON & ON' arriving on May 22. The band has also released the official music video for the album's lead single, 'I Got You', directed by Jim Foster of Red 13.

Why it matters

Delta Generators have built a strong regional following in the Boston area over the past 15 years, winning the Boston Blues Challenge in 2008 and competing at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. The release of their new album 'ON & ON' represents an opportunity for the band to expand their reach and fanbase beyond their local market.

The details

The new album 'ON & ON' was recorded live at Power Station N.E. in Waterford, Connecticut, with engineer Evan Bakke, known for his work with Warren Haynes and Prince. The album's material was written, arranged, and rehearsed over eight days before being tracked in two days, with the band focusing on capturing a natural, live sound. The band's lineup features brothers Charlie and Rick O'Neal on guitar and bass, along with vocalist and harmonica player Brian Templeton and drummer Jeff Armstrong.

  • Delta Generators announced the release of 'ON & ON' on February 14, 2026.
  • The album is set to be released globally on May 22, 2026.
  • The band has announced several tour dates in support of the new album, including shows in Des Moines, Shirley, and Cambridge in February and March 2026, and a release show in Plymouth on May 22, 2026.

The players

Delta Generators

A Boston-based blues rock band that has been performing together since 2007, gaining recognition by winning the Boston Blues Challenge in 2008 and competing at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis.

Charlie O'Neal

The guitarist for Delta Generators, who has cited blues guitar as a major influence, drawing inspiration from artists such as Elmore James, Freddie King, and Albert Collins.

Rick O'Neal

The bassist for Delta Generators, who has performed with his brother Charlie since their teenage years, including in the band of Benjamin Orr of The Cars.

Brian Templeton

The vocalist and harmonica player who joined Delta Generators in 2016, bringing a powerful stage presence and killer harmonica playing to the band, as well as contributing to the group's lyric writing.

Jeff Armstrong

The drummer for Delta Generators, who has been with the band since its formation in 2007.

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What they’re saying

“the theme is one we all can relate to, simply exploring the omnipresent reality everyone has their demons.”

— Delta Generators (bluesrockreview.com)

“Besides his top-notch vocals, Brian brought a powerful stage presence and killer harmonica playing to the mix and his lyric writing is in a class all by itself.”

— Rick O'Neal, Bassist (bluesrockreview.com)

“Making a spiritual bond with the people, our fans, is why we do what we do. There really is no other reason.”

— Brian Templeton, Vocalist and Harmonica Player (bluesrockreview.com)

What’s next

Delta Generators have announced several tour dates in support of the new album 'ON & ON', including shows in Des Moines, Shirley, and Cambridge in February and March 2026, and a release show in Plymouth on May 22, 2026.

The takeaway

Delta Generators' new album 'ON & ON' represents an opportunity for the Boston-based blues rock band to expand their regional fanbase and showcase their live performance-focused sound on a larger stage. The album's focus on capturing the band's natural, live energy and the addition of vocalist and harmonica player Brian Templeton in 2016 have helped elevate the group's musical offerings.