The B-52S Launch Special Club Tour In April to Celebrate First Studio Album in 16 Years

The B-52s have announced a special tour of select clubs and theaters to celebrate the release of their much-anticipated new album, Funplex (3/25, Astralwerks). The "Worlds Greatest Party Band," pioneers in the fusion of dance, punk and vintage rock, will keep the party going on for fans around the world beginning with these 13 kick-off dates. Recorded in their native Athens, GA with producer Steve Osbourne (New Order, Doves), Funplex is prime B-52's: propulsive guitar hooks, driving drums, and the B-52's unmistakable vocal style. More InformationThe B-52s have announced a special tour of select clubs and theaters to celebrate the release of their much-anticipated new album, Funplex (3/25, Astralwerks). The "Worlds Greatest Party Band," pioneers in the fusion of dance, punk and vintage rock, will keep the party going on for fans around the world beginning with these 13 kick-off dates. Recorded in their native Athens, GA with producer Steve Osbourne (New Order, Doves), Funplex is prime B-52's: propulsive guitar hooks, driving drums, and the B-52's unmistakable vocal style.

THE B-52S FUNPLEX TOUR 2008:

Wednesday 4.23 - Paradise Rock Club - Boston, MA *
Friday, 4.25 - TLA - Philadelphia, PA *
Saturday, 4.26 - 930 Club - Washington, DC
Monday, 4.28 - Clutch Cargo's - Detroit, MI *
Tuesday, 4.29 - House of Blues - Cleveland, OH *
Thursday, 5.1 - House of Blues - Chicago, IL *
Friday, 5.2 - Kentucky Derby - Louisville, KY
Sunday, 5.4 - Gothic Theatre - Englewood, CO *
Tuesday, 5.6 - Show Box - Seattle, WA *
Wednesday, 5.7 - Roseland - Portland, OR
Thursday, 5.8 - State Fair - Dixon, CA
Friday, 5.9 - venue TBD - San Francisco, CA *
Sunday, 5.11 - House of Blues - Anaheim, CA *

Dates noted with * indicates tickets available through Ticketmaster. Presales begin March 13 and the public onsale is March 15. Tickets for all other dates available through the venue. Additional summer tour dates to be announced.

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