San Francisco, May 13, 2009 – Groundbreaking dub-hop collective, Heavyweight Dub Champion, is set to embark on their N. American tour in support of their critically acclaimed new album, "Rise of the Champion Nation". Beginning May 19th, the first leg of their "Rise of the Champion Nation Tour" will see Resurrector, Totter Todd, Stero Lion and Jillian Ann playing over 25 shows across the country including 9 dates with the legendary dub duo, Sly & Robbie.
Key stops on the tour include Wakarusa Festival on June 5th; The House of Blues Chicago on June 9th; The Fox Theatre, Boulder on June 12th; The House of Blues West Hollywood on June 17th; and The Independent, San Francisco on June 18th.
Heavyweight Dub Champion has achieved much notoriety and critical acclaim on the international club and festival circuit for their intensely captivating and unique live performances. With the recent release of their new album "Rise of the Champion Nation" (Champion Nation/MVD), the band are expanding their outreach and bringing their message of self-determination to the people.
"We are excited to have this opportunity to play for our fans and people who have yet to experience a Heavyweight set" said Resurrector, "We love the flow of energy between us and our audience – it's a collective exchange that we call The Liberation Process".
Released on May 5th 2009, "Rise of the Champion Nation" features guest contributions from notables such as KRS ONE, Killah Priest (Wu Tang) and Dr Israel. The album has been garnering international praise for its powerful combination of socially charged lyrics, electronic music and hard hitting beats.
Recent quotes in praise of the band and the album include:
"This band does achieve greatness." – Huffington Post
"A sonic tonic for the mind, body and spirit, "Rise of the Champion Nation" is a genre crossing testament to the highest aspirations of the human soul." – Abort Magazine
"Their genius is the great virtue of 70's dub – never overdoing it." – L.A. Weekly
"Heavyweight Dub Champion blend dub, dancehall, Hip Hop and throbbing electronics into an intense dance floor beast." – Festival Preview
Heavyweight Dub Champion's Upcoming Tour Dates:
May 19 – Ashland, OR – The Stillwater
May 20 – Bellingham, WA – Wild Buffalo
May 21 – Seattle, WA – Nectar Lounge
May 22 – Portland, OR – The 2410
May 23 – Bend, OR – Tulen Center
May 24 – Eugene, OR – Sam Bond's
May 25 – Coos Bay, OR – The Green Spot
May 27 – Missoula, MT – The Other Side
May 28 – Boise, ID – Neurolux
May 29 – Victor, ID – The Knotty Pine
May 30 – Bozeman, MT – Zebra Cocktail Lounge
June 03 – Fort Collins, CO – Hodi's Half Note
June 05 – Ozark, AR – Wakarusa Festival
June 06 – St. Louis, MO – The Gramophone
June 09 – Chicago, IL – House of Blues
June 10 – Madison, WI – Barrymore Theatre
June 11 – Omaha, NE – The Slowdown
June 12 – Boulder, CO – Fox Theatre Boulder
June 13 – Denver, CO – Oriental Theatre
June 14 – Aspen, CO – Belly Up
June 16 – San Diego, CA – World Beat Center
June 17 – W. Hollywood, CA – House of Blues (LA)
June 18 – San Francisco, CA – The Independent
June 19 – Sacramento, CA – Beatnik Studios
June 20 – Grass Valley, CA – Stilldream Festival
June 21 – Belden, CA – Big Bounce Festival
Label Contact:
Sean Leonard
Champion Nation
sean@championnation.net
To set up interviews, request promo copies, discuss promotional opportunities, or for more info…
CONTACT: Clint Weiler
MVD Entertainment Group
p: 800-888-0486 x115
e: clint@mvdb2b.com
