Andrea Faulk, Author at SRO PR

December 1, 2023

MICKEY THOMAS’ “A Classic Christmas” Released Today; Features “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” and “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year”

DATE: DECEMBER 1, 2023

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

MICKEY THOMAS
“A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS”
RELEASED TODAY

DIGITAL TWO-SIDED SINGLE
FEATURES
“HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS”
AND
“IT’S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR”

LISTEN HERE

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Today, December 1, MICKEY THOMAS of STARSHIP has released “A Classic Christmas,” a two-sided single (available digitally only, via Symphonic Distribution) on which he distinctively lights up such holiday gems as “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” and “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” with his deeply soulful and soaring voice.

Listen to “A Classic Christmas” HERE.

Having recorded only one Christmas song before—a bluesy/gospel version of “Silent Night” with the Elvin Bishop Band in 1976—MICKEY says, “I love traditional Christmas songs because most of them were written by fantastic old school writers. They all have a terrific sense for melody and usually have very creative rhyme schemes.”

Both songs were produced, mixed, and engineered by Dan Frizsell and recorded in East Iris Studios in Nashville with John Willis (guitars), David Dorn (keys), Mark Hill (bass), and Evan Hutchings (Drums). “The recording session was a fantastic experience and worked like a charm,” says MICKEY. “Dan Frizsell assembled an incredible group of players—some of the best studio musicians in Nashville. They were not only musical virtuosos but also funny as hell. I love the experience of walking into a studio and diving into the process with people you’ve never met or worked with. The chemistry was spot on from the get-go and we all had a blast recording the songs.”

About Mickey Thomas and STARSHIP:

Mickey Thomas is the owner of the soaring voice that propelled STARSHIP through the decade of the 80’s. With his soulful and compelling vocals, Mickey has established himself as one of Rock Music’s most recognizable stars.

Mickey made his mark in 1976 as lead vocalist on the mega-hit “Fooled Around And Fell In Love” with The Elvin Bishop Band. In 1979, Mickey joined Jefferson Starship as the lead vocalist, after the departure of Grace Slick and Marty Balin, and recorded a string of hits including “Jane”, “No Way Out”, “Find Your Way Back”, “Stranger”, and “Layin’ It on the Line”.

The group was renamed STARSHIP in 1985 and went on to record three #1 hit songs including “We Built This City”, “Sara”, and “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now”, from the film, Mannequin, which also was an Academy Award nominee. Their hit “It’s Not Over ‘Til It’s Over” became Major League Baseball’s theme in 1987. Mickey’s stellar voice and video charisma on STARSHIP’s video classics such as “We Built This City” and “Sara” became staples on MTV and VH1.

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Mickey Thomas;
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Andrea Faulk // afaulk@sropr.com

November 28, 2023

Do Si Do Ho Ho this December at Stoney’s Rockin’ Country

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 28, 2023

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DO SI DO HO HO THIS DECEMBER AT STONEY’S ROCKIN’ COUNTRY

Stoney’s is the place to be for live music and line dancing during NFR!

WHAT: Enjoy live music from some of country music’s hottest rising stars at Stoney’s Rockin’ Country in December.

Hop on the mechanical bull or take a spin line dancing! Stoney’s has you covered with free line dance lessons Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Visit https://stoneysrockincountry.com/dance-lessons/ for details.

WHERE: Stoney’s Rockin’ Country
6611 Las Vegas Blvd. So., Unit 160, at Town Square

WHEN:
Saturday, Dec. 2         Josh Ross
Friday, Dec. 8              Joe Peters
Saturday, Dec. 9         Alexandra Kay: All I’ve Ever Known: The Tour
Saturday, Dec. 10       Randall King’s Tonk Vegas featuring Randall King, Clint Daniels, Kylie Frey, Wynn Williams, Mae Estes, and Jake Jacobson
Friday, Dec. 15            Jeremy McComb
Saturday, Dec. 16       Cody Hibbard

TICKETS: Advance tickets are on sale now at https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/13160/stoneys-rockincountry. Shows are open to 18+ and doors open at 7 p.m.

ABOUT JOSH ROSS

Echoing the primary themes of country in his pop-rock-infused way, Josh Ross’s take on love, work, and play is often documented through his whirlwind experiences. From moving to Nashville, the night of a tornado, leaving only a month later when a global pandemic arrived, to developing an ever-evolving career amidst the drawbacks of injuries, lockdowns, and conflicting relationships, Josh Ross is a country artist bound by the act of forging past and overcoming restraints.

“There is something to be said about when your heart is really in the right place to sing something… As an artist, I want the listener and me to go back to a song and remember our exact experiences around it, to encourage connection in all forms,” Josh said. The need for that musical connection began growing up in Burlington, Ontario’s suburbia. Overhearing his parents sing along to Guns N Roses and Bruce Springsteen in their kitchen while he ran around the house pretending to play guitar. Learning in those early years what music was, he found himself writing words in his notebook that, at the time, he didn’t realize were poems and lyrics. Onwards through school, he focused on sports like motocross and football, eventually encountering the injuries that came with each game.

Following several football-related injuries at Ontario’s Western University, the isolation that came from the injuries allowed Josh some time to develop his relationship with music. Taking nearly empty shuttle buses to get to school due to the cast on his leg, learning how to play guitar in his dorm, and on a few noise-complaint occasions bringing two speakers and a subwoofer into the bathroom to belt songs, Josh eventually made the shift of not just listening to music but making his own.

“I had a lot of catching up to do,” Josh said on his first few years immersing himself in the music industry. From practicing in his dorm to playing his first live show at the Boots & Hearts Emerging Artist Showcase in front of 5,000 people, Josh stated that “I used to throw up before the football games because of the anxiety, which is probably why I threw up before that show.” While the pressure to succeed in his sports days poured over into his music career, the drive to achieve inspired him to connect with various songwriters and musicians, eventually leading him to Nashville. In conflict with choosing a stable job post-university or setting his sights on the music industry, Josh Ross’s passions, and talent, pushed him to the path of Nashville, where he further began developing his sound and artistry. From 2019 onwards, Josh Ross dove head-first into his music career as an artist with sonic elements in his music, nodding to raw country, soft rock, and hints of 80s pop-rock.

ABOUT JOE PETERS

Joe Peters was born in the Country Music Capital of the West, Bakersfield, California. In his youth and early 20s, Joe could be found competing in rodeos, team roping, as well as working on the family ranch, playing his guitar, and singing. At age 8 he received his first guitar and started playing along to some of his favorite artists, including Waylon Jennings, George strait and Merle Haggard. That same year, Joe competed in and won his first rodeo. As Joe grew in stature to 6’5” in his teenage years, he switched his focus from riding rough stock to team roping. During this time Joe began to further hone his craft of singing, playing the guitar and songwriting, playing for anyone who would listen on the rodeo grounds after competitions. Joe was finding success roping regionally, traveling across the West, until a catastrophic accident, when his horse rolled over on him while preparing for competition.

With a long recovery ahead, Joe dug deeper into his music. After writing his first song, he recorded it at American Sound Recording Studio, which has now become the Bakersfield Music Hall of Fame. Also, during that time, Joe found a new friend, Justin Pensinger, a fellow roper. Pensinger got Joe back in the saddle and helped him through his recovery and regain his skills, until eventually they became best friends, as well as team roping partners, and soon they were back out on the road. In 2013, the pair qualified for the American Cowboy Team Roping Association (ACTRA) National Finals. As the two were traveling all around the region, Joe would find every open mic night he could along the way. Joe said in a recent interview “The music bug had really gotten under my skin at that point, and that’s all I wanted to do was play, sing, travel and rope!” Then, out of nowhere, another tragedy struck that brought everything to an abrupt ending when Joe’s best friend and roping partner died in an accident in 2015. Joe sold his horse and walked away from everything he had loved and began working the family business.

ABOUT ALEXANDRA KAY

Alexandra Kay kindles a profound connection with listeners through her heartfelt melodies, evocative storytelling, and beautifully captivating voice. Born and raised in Waterloo, Illinois, Alexandra found her voice as a teen, using songwriting as a vessel for self-expression and self-discovery while living in a small Midwest town.

After two failed major record deals, and a starring role in a Netflix Original series, Alexandra took it upon herself to build the music career she envisioned. She hasn’t looked back since. Since then, she’s been cementing her status as an independent force in the industry by sharing her music and life online, amassing over 6+ million followers on social media which has led to over 100+ million streams between Apple and Spotify alone.

Alexandra has graced the stage and collaborated with industry titans like Tim McGraw, Jo Dee Messina, Randy Travis, Tracy Lawrence, Gary LeVox, and Scott Stapp.

ABOUT RANDALL KING’S TONK VEGAS FEATURING RANDALL KING, CLINT DANIELS, KYLIE FREY, WYNN WILLIAMS, MAE ESTES, AND JAKE JACOBSON

Randall King – One of country music’s new crop of modern traditionalists, Warner Music Nashville artist Randall King grew up on the endless plains of West Texas – and his sound is steeped in their timeless beauty, both gritty and graceful at the same time. He grew up singing in the back of a ‘93 Chevy Suburban, mimicking the pure-country vocals of stars like Keith Whitley, George Strait, Alan Jackson, and John Anderson and over the years became drawn to the electrifying energy of modern stars like Eric Church, Dierks Bentley and Jason Aldean.

Clint Daniels – Daniels has co-written songs for dozens of country artists including the hit “Brokenheartsville” by Joe Nichols, “Ready For The End Of The World” by George Strait and “Roll With Me” by Montgomery Gentry, as well as Brooks & Dunn’s 2008 “God Must Be Busy” and Easton Corbin’s single, “I Can’t Love You Back,“ and Eric Church’s “Some Of It.”

Kylie Frey – Born and raised as country as it gets, Frey is a third-generation rodeo girl and Louisiana state goat-tying champion – and a rising star as genuine as her Wranglers. Sincere in her convictions and too real to dismiss, even for ardent country haters, her sound both typifies and transcends the genre.

Wynn Williams – Country music is more than just a cowboy hat and boots. It’s standing by your word, honoring a handshake, and working hard. Country music is not about where you’re from or what you wear; it’s about how you live, and Wynn Williams lives country music. This former rodeo cowboy is the kind of entertainer that puts his fans and his show ﬁrst – always engaging with his audience before, during and after he’s on the stage. His contagious smile and well-known, genuine kindness are only a few of the many things that put Wynn in the arena with those legendary artists that carry around the mantra of having “the whole package.”

Mae Estes – In 1999, 7-year-old Mae Estes walked into the middle of a southwest Arkansas rodeo show arena with a cordless microphone and sang the national anthem a cappella for the first time, claiming she could do it better than the LeAnn Rimes recorded version the venue typically played. Mae went on to perform at every rodeo she competed in, as well as other sporting events, nearby hayrides, and opries.

Jake Jacobson – Jake Jacobson is a 25-year-old “throwback kid” from the mountains. Country music has been in his blood since the beginning. Watching his dad’s honkytonk band in the late 90’s and early 2000’s inspired a career in music for Jake.

ABOUT JEREMY MCCOMB

Good things come to those who wait, but luck favors the bold. And for Jeremy McComb, the balance comes naturally. A storyteller epitomizing “been there and done that,” McComb has explored nearly every facet of the entertainment industry, all on his own terms. From radio to tour managing, releasing five albums, growing an international fan base, hitting the Billboard charts, and writing songs for projects selling over 6 million copies … including a Grammy-nominated soundtrack (Blue Collar Comedy Tour – One for the Road).

Proudly and fiercely independent in both spirit and style, Jeremy was born in Idaho as a sixth-generation musician. Music is in McComb’s DNA but he’s a distinct branch on the family tree. Obsessed with artists who share a gift for storytelling (and little else), he found inspiration in everything from Jim Croce to Tom Petty, and now bridges the canyons between country, rock, and folk. McComb discovered a revelation during the last eighteen months of uncertainty and the effects of it became an influence for the songwriter. Like the rest of us, the constant state of chaos and complications led him to look back to a time when things were simpler. Which led to his latest project, aptly titled, The Way Back. For a performer used to touring 140+ days a year in perpetual motion, The past few years were a challenge. But he rose to that challenge, finding solace in the silence and assembling an album in the process that perfectly captures the angst, frustration, and the joyous release we all felt returning to normal life, our loved ones, and the things that bring us happiness.

ABOUT CODY HIBBARD

Good luck keeping up with Cody Hibbard. The Adair, Oklahoma native grew up running and working on the family farm with dreams that spread across the horizon.

Music was always a love for Cody but wouldn’t be the passion until well after high school. Cody attended the United States Naval Academy where injuries would bring him to a different part of his life, Pipelining. Working consistently and constantly running the roads brought new light to the small-town kid, which would lead him to picking up a guitar around the campgrounds and start finding the love to sing around his fellow blue-collar workers.

ABOUT STONEY’S ROCKIN’ COUNTRY

The award-winning, world famous Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is Las Vegas’ premiere destination for locals and tourists who are looking for a boot stomping good ole time with line dancing, mechanical bull riding, beer pong, pool tables, and more. Located at Town Square, Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is a 19,000 square foot high-energy nightclub that features a 2,000 square foot dance floor and 570 square foot stage for dancing and performances, along with a state-of-the-art sound system, live bands, and DJs. Open Thursday through Saturday, Stoney’s Rockin’ Country offers special promotions including the World-Famous Ladies Night on Thursdays where ladies drink for just $2 and live music from the latest and greatest in country music every Friday. Doors open at 7 p.m. and line-dancing lessons begin at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call (702) 435-2855 or go to stoneysrockincountry.com. Find Stoney’s Rockin’ Country on Facebook, Twitter @StoneysLV, and Instagram @stoneysrockincountry.

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November 28, 2023

MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL MIAMI To Debut March 1-3, 2024 With Headliners Jon Batiste, Daryl Hall And Daniela Mercury

DATE: NOVEMBER 28, 2023

MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL MIAMI
TO DEBUT MARCH 1-3, 2024
5X GRAMMY AWARD-WINNER, TWENTY-TIME GRAMMY-NOMINEE
AND OSCAR® WINNER
JON BATISTE
TO BRING LEGENDARY
MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL
TO MIAMI

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INAUGURAL EVENT TO INCLUDE
HEADLINING PERFORMANCES FROM BATISTE,
ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAMER DARYL HALL AND
BRAZILIAN SINGER, SONGWRITER DANIELA MERCURY

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For the first time in its long and renowned history, the iconic Montreux Jazz Festival has announced Montreux Jazz Festival Miami.

Set to make its debut March 1-3, 2024 at The Hangar in Coconut Grove, FL, the line-up for the inaugural three-day event will include a headlining performance from multi-Grammy® and Oscar® winner Jon Batiste, who along with a group of partners has worked to bring the iconic Montreux Jazz Festival to Miami; Batiste, co-owner of the event, will also serve as the Miami festival’s Artist Ambassador. Announced headliners also include Rock And Roll Hall Of Famer Daryl Hall and Brazilian singer, songwriter Daniela Mercury, with supporting acts, masterclass lineup, and special guests to be announced in January 2024.

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To recreate the intimacy of Montreux, Switzerland, Montreux Jazz Festival Miami will be primarily hosted in The Hangar, a 1500-person, waterfront venue in Coconut Grove, assuring the ultimate fan experience. Attendees will also experience sunset concerts featuring emerging musicians on an outdoor stage adjacent to The Hangar in Coconut Grove. Programming at the venue will also include music masterclasses and the Legendary Montreux Jam Session. On the night of March 1, Batiste will throw an exceptional inaugural performance featuring multiple special guests. The festival experience will include curated dining options from some of Miami’s best restaurants as well as a pop-up of the famed vinyl listening bar, Dante’s Hifi.

“The Montreux Jazz Festival is a truly magical experience for artists and music lovers of all kinds,” Jon Batiste says. “I’m honored to play a part in bringing this experience across the ocean to Miami and challenging the borders of musical genres. It’s going to be an unforgettable three days.”

“As a city of cultural connection, Miami naturally lends itself to the musical diversity that Montreux has become synonymous with,” said Mathieu Jaton, CEO of Montreux Jazz Festival. “We believe that the waterfront location and the artists performing in this first edition are a true reflection of the original Montreux Jazz Festival experience.”

Single-day ticket prices begin at $199 and VIP tickets at $699. Tickets for the Legendary Montreux Jam Session are available for $99. Ticket pre-sales start Tuesday, November 28 at 10:00 AM ahead of tickets going on sale November 30. Payment plans are also available. To view all ticketing options and additional details about Montreux Jazz Festival Miami, click here. Montreux Jazz Festival Miami is supported by Audemars Piguet, a global partner of the Montreux Jazz Festival.

About Montreux Jazz Festival

The Montreux Jazz Festival takes place for two weeks every summer in Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva. Created in 1967 by Claude Nobs and directed by Mathieu Jaton since 2013, the Montreux Jazz Festival has become over the years an essential event, generating fantastic stories and legendary performances. Nearly 250,000 spectators come to the Festival every year, enjoying a breath-taking setting, concerts with renowned acoustics and many free stages. Montreux Jazz Festival celebrates the industry’s emerging and contemporary acts, whilst paying homage to music’s legendary acts. Originally a pure jazz festival since inception in 1967, Montreux began showcasing other styles of music throughout the decades and today presents artists from across every genre imaginable. Artists that have graced the stage of Montreux include Etta James, Quincy Jones, Bob Dylan, Elton John, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Aretha Franklin, David Bowie, James Brown, Kendrick Lamar, Leonard Cohen, Marvin Gaye, Miles Davis, Nina Simone and many more. In addition to its iconic annual event, the Montreux Jazz Festival has exported its unique expertise and ambiance to cities worldwide for over fifty years. From São Paulo to Detroit, Atlanta to Singapore, Monaco to Tokyo, Rio de Janeiro to Suzhou, and now Miami, these global editions continue to embody the spirit of the Montreux Jazz Festival. www.montreuxjazzfestival.com

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November 21, 2023

BRIT FLOYD Add Special Guests For Final Shows Of “50 Years Of Dark Side” Tour; Pink Floyd Alum Durga McBroom And Scott Page, Harry Waters (Roger Waters’ Son), And PJ Olsson (Lead Vocalist Of Alan Parsons Live Project) Join Group For Shows In Phoenix, Los Angeles And Ventura

DATE: NOVEMBER 21, 2023

FROM: MARCEE RONDAN/MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

BRIT FLOYD—
THE WORLD’S GREATEST PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE—
ADD SPECIAL GUESTS FOR FINAL SHOWS OF
“50 YEARS OF DARK SIDE” FALL 2023 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

PINK FLOYD ALUM DURGA MCBROOM AND SCOTT PAGE,
HARRY WATERS (ROGER WATERS’ SON),
AND PJ OLSSON (LEAD VOCALIST OF ALAN PARSONS LIVE PROJECT)
JOIN GROUP FOR SHOWS IN PHOENIX, LOS ANGELES AND VENTURA

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BRIT FLOYD currently in the midst of their multi-city “50 Years of Dark Side Tour” of North America, will wrap the 2023 dates with some very special guests for the tour’s final three shows. Pink Floyd Alum Durga McBroom and Scott Page, Harry Waters (Roger Waters’ son and piano and Hammond player) and PJ Olsson (lead vocalist of Alan Parsons Live Project) will join The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience in Phoenix, AZ (November 28), Los Angeles, CA (November 30) and Ventura, CA (December 1).

The 50 Years of Dark Side tour features over two and a half hours of Pink Floyd music encompassing the band’s iconic career. BRIT FLOYD’s team have created a show that includes state-of-the-art visuals (lights, lasers, and animation) which are all presented with immersive soundscapes and virtuosic musicianship. When the tour wraps, the 50 Years of Dark Side trek will have encompassed more than 108 dates with return stops in many markets, alongside first-ever performances in other markets. The Dark Side Of The Moon, released in 1973, is one of the most critically acclaimed albums of all time and includes Pink Floyd’s iconic single “Money.”

Up next for Brit Floyd is a massive 2024 90-city tour of North America, plus shows in 45 cities in the UK, and Europe to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s Pulse and The Division Bell albums. Additional details to be announced.

About Brit Floyd:

Formed in 2011, Brit Floyd consists of performances supported by an immense, immaculately curated state-of-the-art production, reverently emulating the stunning soundscapes and visuals of Pink Floyd’s iconic catalog. Brit Floyd is a celebration of authenticity, featuring musicians handpicked by Damian Darlington. The 2023 touring band includes Darlington (Guitarist, Vocalist and Musical Director), Ian Cattell (Vocals, Bass), Edo Scordo (Guitars, Vocals), Matt Riddle (Keyboards, Synths, Hammond, Vocals), Arran Ahmun (Drums, Percussions), Ryan Saranich (Saxophone, Percussions, Guitars, Bass, Keyboards), Randy Cooke (Drums and Percussion), Canadian Idol Winner Eva Avila (Lead and Backing Vocals), Genevieve Little (Backing Vocals), Jessie Lee Houllier (Backing Vocals) and Robyn Cage (Backing Vocals). Historically, the shows have featured guest appearances from musicians from Pink Floyd’s studio and road line-ups: bassist/vocalist Guy Pratt joined Brit Floyd onstage at the Echo Arena in Liverpool in 2013 and Pink Floyd saxophonist/guitarist Scott Page has performed with the band on numerous occasions, as have Pink Floyd backing vocalists Roberta Freeman and Durga McBroom.

BRIT FLOYD’S remaining 2023 dates are as follows:

DATE	LOCATION	VENUE
WED NOV 22	ORLANDO, FL	DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS	TICKETS
FRI NOV 24	HUNTSVILLE, AL	MARK C. SMITH CONCERT HALL	TICKETS
SUN NOV 26	SAN ANTONIO, TX	AZTEC THEATRE	TICKETS
TUE NOV 28	PHOENIX, AZ	ARIZONA FINANCIAL THEATRE	TICKETS
THU NOV 30	LOS ANGELES, CA	YOUTUBE THEATRE	TICKETS
FRI DEC 1	VENTURA CA	VENTURA THEATER	TICKETS

Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience
Facebook: @britfloydoffical
Instagram: @britfloydband
Twitter: @britfloydband
YouTube: @britfloydofficial
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Contacts:

SRO PR
National:
Mitch Schneider, mschneider@sropr.com
Marcee Rondan, marcee@sropr.com

Tour:
Andrea Faulk, afaulk@sropr.com

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November 16, 2023

MICKEY THOMAS To Release “A Classic Christmas” Digital Two-Sided Single 12/1

DATE: NOVEMBER 16, 2023

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

MICKEY THOMAS
TO RELEASE
“A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS”
DIGITAL TWO-SIDED SINGLE
ON DECEMBER 1
FEATURING
“HAVE YOURSELF A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS” AND
“IT’S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR”

PRE-SAVE “A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS” HERE

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“I think most of us have happy memories of Christmas and other holidays. Hearing holiday songs that are ingrained in your memory can engage your mind in a way that creates a roadblock for thoughts that cause us pain and stress. Holiday songs and music in general can provide a respite from the turmoil in the world. I believe that music, more than anything, can help us find a common denominator amid all the polarization that poisons our minds and souls. So with that in mind, I want to wish everyone happy holidays!”
–MICKEY THOMAS, 2023

MICKEY THOMAS of STARSHIP is one of rock’s most recognizable vocalists. His deeply soulful and soaring voice has powered an array of massive hits, starting with “Fooled Around And Fell In Love” with The Elvin Bishop Band in 1976, followed by “Jane,” “No Way Out,” “Find Your Way Back,” “Stranger,” and “Layin’ It on the Line” with Jefferson Starship, and then three #1 hits—“We Built This City,” “Sara,” and “Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now”—with STARSHIP. On December 1, MICKEY will release “A Classic Christmas,” a two-sided single (available digitally only, via Symphonic Distribution) on which he distinctively lights up such holiday gems as “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” and “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” Pre-save “A Classic Christmas” HERE.

He adds: “In general, I prefer Christmas songs that are pensive and reflective. I love the ones that transport me into a warm nostalgia—the ones that express deeply personal feelings as opposed to religious themes. ‘Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas’ is a perfect example. It’s somewhat melancholy yet hopeful at the same time. I always imagine Judy Garland in the window singing it to her little sister in the hope of cheering her up.

“I then tried to balance the pensive nature of ‘Have Yourself…’ by pivoting to another classic (‘It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year’) that is truly a celebration of all things Christmas. Parties, singing carols, sledding, roasting marshmallows, social gaiety, reminiscing about past Christmases. It also gives me a chance to channel my inner crooner????.”

About Mickey Thomas and STARSHIP:

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Connect with Starship featuring Mickey Thomas:
Website
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Youtube

For U.S. press inquiries regarding MICKEY THOMAS, contact:

SRO PR:
Mitch Schneider // mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk // afaulk@sropr.com

November 14, 2023

BRIAN SETZER Sets Rockabilly Riot Tour Dates For February And March 2024

DATE: NOVEMBER 14, 2023

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/MARCEE RONDAN/ANDREA FAULK

BRIAN SETZER
SETS TOUR DATES
FOR FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2024

HIS CURRENT ALBUM
‘THE DEVIL ALWAYS COLLECTS’
CONTINUES TO GARNER CRITICAL RAVES

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Following a busy and successful 2023 with his critically acclaimed THE DEVIL ALWAYS COLLECTS album (released this past September) and his first live shows in over four years, iconic guitarist, songwriter, vocalist, and three-time Grammy Award-winner BRIAN SETZER will hit the road again in 2024. The new dates kick off February 24 in California, including stops in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Dallas, Austin and more before wrapping March 10 in Nebraska (see full itinerary below). Pre-sale and on sale info is below; head to www.briansetzer.com for additional information.

●Artist Presale: Wednesday, November 15 (10:00 AM, local time)-Thursday, November 16 (10:00 PM, local time )

●Local Presale: Thursday, November 16 (10:00 AM-10:00 PM, local time)

●Public On Sale: Friday, November 17 (10:00 AM, local time)

BRIAN’s 2024 tour will come on the heels of his 2023 “ROCKABILLY RIOT” tour which coincided with the release of THE DEVIL ALWAYS COLLECTS. SETZER’s guitar work on the album is virtuosic and his vocals deliver the clever storylines of catchy songs like “The Devil Always Collects,” “Girl On The Billboard,” and “Rock Boys Rock.” Add in non-stop freight train rhythms, and you have an album—produced by BRIAN SETZER and Julian Raymond and mixed by Chris Lord-Alge—that stands with SETZER‘s best. Listen to the album HERE.

Here’s some critical feedback on the album:

“Looking for something to spice up your summer road trip playlist? Look no further than the lead single from rockabilly guitar titan Brian Setzer’s forthcoming LP, The Devil Always Collects. It’s pure roadside bar sleaze in the best way – with strutting Chuck Berry-by-way-of-the-gutter riffs, and even a Route 66 namecheck. You’ll want to put the pedal to the metal with this coming through your speakers.”
—Jackson Maxwell, GUITARWORLD.COM, 7/28/23 on “Girl On The Billboard”

“While impossible to stylistically separate The Devil Always Collects from Setzer’s previous output (and why would you?), it’s more polished, immediate, and even modern sounding with no compromise to the music. In other words, this is prime, deeply inspired Setzer.”
—Thom Jurek, ALLMUSIC.COM, 9/15/2023

“…arguably, one of his best [albums]. You can’t deny his incendiary guitar work, smooth vocals and artful blend of rockabilly, swing and retro cool. And jazzy acrobatic numbers like ‘What’ll it Be Baby Doll’ and Black Leather Jacket”’ are well crafted and seal the deal.”
—Eric Harabadian, MUSIC CONNECTION, 10/17/2023

“On his latest release, The Devil Always Collects Setzer sounds like a 21st-century Gene Vincent – Eddie Cochran hybrid with guitar chops speeding down the highway at 100 miles an hour while singing about the two main themes of rockabilly music – girls and good times with a playful sense of defiance and rebellion. His guitar playing sizzles and pops throughout with breathtaking dives and runs that boggle the mind…Brian Setzer is a keeper of the flame of the music that we all know and love and for that, we should all be grateful.”
—John Michael Antonio, AMERICANA HIGHWAYS, 9/18/2023

“Rock’n’Roll legend Brian Setzer once again proves he always delivers on his new album, The Devil Always Collects. From Blues to Jazz to Rock’n’Roll, The Devil Always Collects spotlights Setzer’s ability to create highly energetic, highly danceable Rock’n’Roll.”
—Brian Rock, THE ALTERNATE ROOT, 9/23/2023

“Although he’s always looked to the past for inspiration, Brian Setzer’s music never seems dated. Playing his hunches has given him the freedom to follow his muse. The Devil Always Collects doesn’t disappoint.”
—Eleni P. Austin, COACHELLA VALLEY WEEKLY, 11/9/2023

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BRIAN SETZER’s 2024 tour dates are as follows:

DATE CITY VENUE
Sat-Feb-24 Lincoln, CA Thunder Valley Casino Resort
Sun-Feb-25 Oakland, CA Fox Theater
Tue-Feb-27 Los Angeles, CA The Wiltern
Wed-Feb-28 Phoenix, AZ Celebrity Theatre
Fri-Mar-1 Temecula, CA Pechanga Resort Casino
Sat-Mar-2 Las Vegas, NV The Pearl
Sun-Mar-3 Tucson, AZ Fox Tucson Theatre
Tue-Mar-5 Austin, TX Paramount Theatre
Wed-Mar-6 San Antonio, TX Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
Thu-Mar-7 Dallas, TX The Majestic Theatre
Sat-Mar-9 Salina, KS The Stiefel Theatre
Sun-Mar-10 La Vista, NE The Astro Theater

Links:
Website:briansetzer.com/
Facebook: facebook.com/briansetzerofficial/
Twitter: twitter.com/briansetzer59
Instagram: instagram.com/briansetzer59/
YouTube: youtube.com/user/BrianSetzerOfficial

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ABOUT BRIAN SETZER:

Iconic guitarist, songwriter, vocalist and 3-time Grammy award-winner BRIAN SETZER has achieved one career milestone after another. He’s sold millions of albums and is a “Musician’s Musician” credited with continually taking chances with innovative and daring musical styles. Setzer is widely credited for taking two forgotten genres, rockabilly and swing, adding his own blend of gunpowder and rockin’ style, and completely reinventing and single-handedly resurrecting them in the process. Along the way, he has scored chart-topping hits, sold 13 million records and received the Orville H. Gibson Lifetime Achievement Award throughout his decorated career as founder/leader of the Stray Cats, his 19-piece Brian Setzer Orchestra, and as a solo artist. He is consistently cited as one of the world’s greatest living guitarists, and has a best-selling, extensive line of elite Gretsch signature model guitars bearing his name. SETZER is also, fittingly, in the Rockabilly Hall of Fame. On the live front, Setzer has headlined venues and festivals worldwide, including a 1983 headlining slot on the iconic US Festival in California, The Playboy Jazz Festival, a three-night, sold-out headlining run at the Hollywood Bowl with the 98-piece Philharmonic Orchestra, Woodstock ’99, and performing in front of more than 150,000 people as headliner of the Montreal Jazz Festival. His reach also includes films and TV, where his roles include portraying rockabilly pioneer Eddie Cochran in the 1987 film, La Bamba, Fox’s “Beverly Hills 90210,” among many others, and he is one of the few musicians to be animated in an episode of “The Simpsons” in 2002. That same year, SETZER was personally requested to induct Chet Atkins into the 17th Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. SETZER had the honor of being invited in 2006 to perform at the White House for the President of the United States. Also in 2006, he was inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame with the Stray Cats. In 2014, SETZER received the distinct honor of being asked by the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. to donate a replica of his original 1959 Gretsch 6120 “Stray Cat” guitar, joining an elite collection of iconic treasures at the museum.

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November 13, 2023

Celebrate Thanksgiving at Vic’s Las Vegas

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 13, 2023

CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING AT VIC’S LAS VEGAS

WHAT: Celebrate Thanksgiving at Vic’s Las Vegas with a savory prix fixe menu featuring traditional favorites for $42 per person. Vic’s will also offer their full menu featuring Italian-American cuisine, and guests can enjoy live jazz from Noon – 8 p.m.

Starter – choice of Vic’s House Salad or Butternut Squash Soup with Cream

Entrée – choice of Roasted Turkey Breast, Honey Glazed Ham, or a Turkey and Ham Combo

Sides – choice of three: Whipped Mashed Potatoes, Candied Yams, Green Beans, Brussel Sprouts with Bacon, Mac & Cheese, or Homemade Vegetarian Stuffing

Dessert – choice of pie served a la mode: Apple, Pecan, or Pumpkin

WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023

No cover. No minimum purchase required. Reservations are encouraged.

WHERE: Vic’s Las Vegas
355 Promenade Place in Symphony Park

ABOUT VIC’S LAS VEGAS

Created by Porchlight Hospitality in 2023, Vic’s Las Vegas is located in Symphony Park at 355 Promenade Place. Open seven days a week, 24 hours a day, Vic’s features Italian-American cuisine, a full-service bar, gaming, and live entertainment nightly. Reservations can be made by calling 725-755-5299 or visit vicslasvegas.com. Follow on Instagram @vicslasvegas.

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Hillary@sropr.com

November 7, 2023

Vic’s Las Vegas is primed for great live jazz this November

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 6, 2023

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VIC’S LAS VEGAS IS PRIMED FOR GREAT LIVE JAZZ THIS NOVEMBER

Enjoy the new Prime Rib special every Monday for just $40

WHO: Vic’s Las Vegas welcomes a cornucopia of top jazz talent in November and introduces a new Prime Rib special offered every Monday night for just $40. Savor a 14 oz. Prime Rib, served with creamy mashed potatoes, and aromatic au jus.

WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 9: JOI Orchestra feat. Dave Damiani

Friday, Nov. 10 & Saturday, Nov. 11: Ken Peplowski

Friday, Nov. 17 & Saturday, Nov. 18: Tierney Sutton & Tamir Hendelman – Autumn Serenade: Songs of Fall

Thursday, Nov. 30 & Friday, Dec. 1: Patty Ascher

No cover. No minimum purchase required. Reservations are encouraged.

WHERE: Vic’s Las Vegas
355 Promenade Place in Symphony Park

ABOUT DAVE DAMIANI

Dave Damiani is an American singer, songwriter, producer based out of Los Angeles, CA. Having started as a bartender at the famed CHARLIE O’S JAZZ CLUB in Valley Village, CA, Dave Damiani had the opportunity to work, learn and become friends with some of the best musicians on the planet. Legends like Earl Palmer, Marty Harris, Ross Tompkins, Sam Most, Teddy Edwards, John Heard, Roy McCurdy, Frank Capp, Ernie McDaniel, Dini Clarke, Danny Grissett, George Gaffney, Mark Murphy, and Richie Cole (just to name a few) took time to mentor Dave Damiani, share stories and chord changes.

Shortly after receiving his master’s degree in Commercial Music from the California State University in Los Angeles, Dave began his pursuit to put together the perfect band with youth and style. His debut album “Watch What Happens” has been receiving worldwide airplay. Brad “Martini” Chambers was the first to discover Dave Damiani’s originality. Brad has been playing him constantly on www.martiniinthemorning.com since 2013. Additionally, receiving airplay on over 300 radio stations and on Satellite Radio XM 71 (Siriusly Sinatra). In January Dave Damiani hosted his own hour on Sirius XM Siriuisly Sinatra #71, while hosting his good friend and New Jersey brother Joe Piscopo swung the studio say, “hi”!

Dave Damiani & The No Vacancy Orchestra have produced shows with Frank Sinatra Enterprises, The Grove, Citi, Capital One, American Airlines, Jack Daniels, George Benson, Molly Ringwald, Bobby Ridel, Landau Murphy Jr., Hailey Reinhart, Renee Olstead, Steve Tyrel, Larry King.

Damiani has produced four albums for himself and most recently Bending the Standard, The Anthology.

ABOUT KEN PEPLOWSKI

Ken Peplowski is a Buffet-Crampon artist, and plays the R-13 clarinet, with a Portnoy mouthpiece and Van Doren German-cut reeds. He also plays a Conn tenor sax and a Berg Larsen mouthpiece. Playing since elementary school, Ken Peplowski joined the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra under the direction of Buddy Morrow, and has certainly “checked all the boxes” be it in small clubs, the Hollywood Bowl (where he played a sold-out concert), headlining in Las Vegas, the Newport Jazz Festival, pops concerts, European festivals and clubs, or at home in NYC, doing everything from playing on the soundtracks to Woody Allen movies, guest soloing on records (his more interesting recent ones were Marianne Faithfull and Cuban vocalist Isaac Delgado) to taking on the role of music director for interactive French and Italian cookbooks (“Menus And Music”).

The litany of musicians Ken has collaborated with includes Mel Torme, Leon Redbone, Charlie Byrd, Peggy Lee, George Shearing, Madonna, Hank Jones, Dave Frishberg, Rosemary Clooney, Tom Harrell, James Moody, Cedar Walton, Houston Person, Steve Allen, Bill Charlap, Woody Allen, Marianne Faithfull, Isaac Delgado, and Erich Kunzel.

Ken’s new CD is called “Sunrise” and it is a big band record of new arrangements written exclusively for him, plus some reworking of classic arrangements. His upcoming CD is a duo record with Brazilian guitarist Diego Figuereido entitled “Amizade.”

He is currently the artistic director of the Sarasota Jazz Festival, the Newport Beach Jazz Party, and the Oregon Coast Jazz Party in Newport, Oregon. Ken Peplowski has also been bestowed this year’s “Creative Arts Prize in Recognition of Outstanding Contribution in The Field of The Creative Arts” by the Polish American Historical Association.

ABOUT TIERNEY SUTTON

Nine-time Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Tierney Sutton has received a “Best Jazz Vocal Album” Grammy nod for every project she has released in the last decade. Known for her impeccable voice and imaginative treatments of The Great American Songbook, Sutton is heralded for her abilities as both a jazz storyteller and her ability to use her voice as an instrument. Her 14 recordings as leader have addressed themes such as materialism (“Desire” 2009), the pursuit of happiness (“On The Other Side” 2007), as well as paying tribute to the music of Bill Evans (“Blue In Green” 2002), Frank Sinatra (“Dancing In The Dark” 2004), and pop icon Sting (“The Sting Variations” 2016). Her 2013 Joni Mitchell tribute, “After Blue” featured keyboardist Larry Goldings, drummer Peter Erskine, jazz vocal legend Al Jarreau, and NEA Jazz Master flautist Hubert Laws.

In May 2016, legendary Director Clint Eastwood approached Tierney. The original score to his box-office smash, “Sully,” was created by Tierney Sutton Band pianist, Christian Jacob, The Tierney Sutton Band and Clint Eastwood. The end-title song “Flying Home” features music by Eastwood and lyrics by Tierney Sutton and JB Eckl. It is performed by Tierney Sutton and The Tierney Sutton Band.

When she is not performing, Tierney is in demand as both a studio vocal producer and vocal educator. In 2016 she worked with famed lyric soprano Natalie Dessay for Sony Classics’ “Pictures of America” and the soon to be released “Between Yesterday and Tomorrow”.

Tierney taught for over a decade at USC’s Thornton School of Music and spent 6 years as the Vocal Department Head at The Los Angeles College of Music in Pasadena, CA. She has also taught and mentored some of the finest new generation of singers including Gretchen Parlato and Sara Gazarek.

ABOUT TAMIR HENDELMAN

An Israeli American jazz pianist, Hendelman has performed with the Jeff Hamilton Trio, the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, Harry Allen, Teddy Edwards, Warren Vaché, Houston Person, Jeff Clayton, Nick Brignola, Phil Upchurch, Rickey Woodard, John Clayton and Barbara Morrison. He also leads his own trio, and his debut CD Playground features him in this trio setting. His album Destinations features Lewis Nash and Marco Panascia. The album reached number one on the JazzWeek Jazz Charts in September 2010.

Born in Tel Aviv, Israel, Tamir Hendelman began his keyboard studies at age 6. In 1984, he moved to the United States and won Yamaha’s National Keyboard competition two years later at age 14. Concerts in Japan and the Kennedy Center followed.

He then studied at the Tanglewood Institute in 1988 and received a Bachelor of Music Composition degree from Eastman School of Music in 1993. He became the youngest musical director for Lovewell Institute for the Creative Arts, a national arts education non-profit organization.

Since returning to Los Angeles in 1996, he has been in steady demand as pianist and arranger, touring the US, Europe, and Asia. He has also received awards from ASCAP and the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts. In 1999, Tamir was a guest soloist with the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra.

Hendelman is the pianist/arranger on Jackie Ryan’s “You and the Night and the Music” and Janis Mann’s “A Perfect Time”. He is also featured on Natalie Cole’s “Still Unforgettable” (WEA, 2008) and Barbra Streisand’s Love Is the Answer (Columbia, 2009). In 2002 he also toured Europe with Tierney Sutton and the Bill Holman Big Band. Hendelman musically directed Julia Migenes’s “Alter Ego” and played/arranged Roberta Gambarini’s “Easy to Love” (Now Forward, 2006). In 2009, he accompanied Streisand at her engagement to the Village Vanguard in New York. He is also the bandleader of another trio in Los Angeles. The drummer Dean Koba has been part of it for years; on bass it is Dan Lutz or Carlito del Puerto.

ABOUT PATTY ASCHER

In the wake of her celebrated performances at the Blue Note NYC, Brazilian singer Patty Ascher is now poised as the `Brazilian Jazz Newest Sensation`. Whether singing in English or her native Portuguese, Patty Ascher brings an alluring quality to bear on every evocative tune. From achingly beautiful interpretations of songs by the likes of Michel Legrand and Burt Bacharach (the latter whom she paid tribute to on the acclaimed album Bacharach Bossa Club) to heartfelt renditions of her own affecting bossa nova and R&B flavored originals, Patty delivers with the kind of classy sophistication that belies to the great jazz singers.

Born in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Patty Ascher grew up in a musical household. Her father Neno was part of a successful Brazilian band from the 70s called Os Incríveis (The Incredibles). “My father was a musician, his brother is a very popular arranger and maestro in Brazil and all my cousins play an instrument,” she says. As a singer, she cites Brazilian divas Leny Andrade and Gal Costa along with American jazz divas Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, and Dinah Washington as important influences.

In 2007, after earning a master’s degree she encountered bossa nova pioneer Roberto Menescal, who invited Patty Ascher to record her first CD, singing Burt Bacharach songs in bossa nova style. “Meeting him was a sign to me,” she says. “It was a chance to go on seriously with a career, collaborating with a great producer and mentor. We released our project one year after our first meeting and it was a dream project. It was an incredible opportunity to sing samba and jazz together. They have a lot in common. Both were born in the ‘new continent’ at the same time from the same mother Africa.”

On her latest recording, Bossa, Jazz ‘n’ Samba, Patty Ascher’s gorgeous voice is surrounded by lush orchestrations from such respected veteran MPB (Musica Popular Brasileira) artists and composer-arrangers as Dori Caymmi, Gilson Peranzetta, Amilson Godoy and Cristovao Bastos. This spirited cross-cultural project –recorded at the famous Gravodisc studios in Sao Paolo, Brazil –should put Patty Ascher over the top and she was nominated for a GRAMMY.

ABOUT VIC’S LAS VEGAS

Created by Porchlight Hospitality in 2023, Vic’s Las Vegas is located in Symphony Park at 355 Promenade Place. Open seven days a week, Vic’s features Italian-American cuisine, a full-service bar, gaming, and live entertainment nightly. Reservations can be made by calling 725-755-5299 or visit vicslasvegas.com. Follow on Instagram @vicslasvegas.

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MEDIA CONTACT:

Hillary Smoot, SRO PR
310-367-9056
Hillary@sropr.com

Prime Rib image is courtesy of Vic’s Las Vegas. Artist images available upon request.

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November 3, 2023

New UK Band KillerStar, With Bowie Collaborators, Today Unveil 2nd Single/Video “Falling Through”

DATE: NOVEMBER 3, 2023

FROM: MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

SHARE NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO “FALLING THROUGH”

WATCH THE IMAGERY-RICH VIDEO NOW HERE

LISTEN TO THE SINGLE OUT TODAY HERE

FROM THEIR SELF-TITLED DEBUT ALBUM OUT MARCH 1

PRE-ORDER HERE

HEADLINE ALBUM LAUNCH SHOW AT LONDON’S 100 CLUB
ON MARCH 16

“Crunchy hooks form the bedrock of the track, which weaves together interstellar synths, kaleidoscopic electronic soundscapes and ethereal harmonies.” – Guitar World

“Their sound is distinctively Bowiesque: crunchy power chords leading the way into a supremely catchy tune whose infectious hook will immediately have fans finding parallels with their late idol.” – Louder Than War (UK)

Photo by Jimmy King

As unveiled on their debut single “Should’ve Known Better,” Rob Fleming and James Sedge’s new band KillerStar weaves modernist touches into the classic harmonies and exemplary musicianship of classic rock and art-rock from the ‘70s. And they’ve joined forces team of musicians known for their work with David Bowie: Mike Garson on piano, Earl Slick and Mark Plati on guitar, Gail Ann Dorsey and Tim Lefebvre on bass, Emm Gryner on backing vocals, and Donny McCaslin on saxophone.

Today (November 3), KillerStar take another step towards the March 1 release of their self-titled debut album by sharing the video for their second single “Falling Through.” It’s an ambitious, audacious adventure of a track, a song of two halves which recalls Pink Floyd in the way that it begins as a ballad before taking off on a journey into the cosmos via a soaring saxophone solo from Donny McCaslin (a contributor to Bowie’s Blackstar album). Watch the imagery-rich video HERE and listen to the song, out November 3, HERE.

Rob Fleming says, “‘Falling Through’ is about a moment in time and finding tranquility and taking in the surroundings, the ocean, sky, sun. The song builds and takes a left turn with Donny McCaslin providing soaring saxophone, full of emotion.”

This version of “Falling Through” is a different version to the one that will feature on KillerStar’s debut album, having been remixed as an alternative version by Mark Plati, one of Bowie’s key collaborators on records such as Earthling, Reality, and Heathen.

Rob Fleming (vocals, guitars, synths) and James Sedge (drums) formed KillerStar to express their love of timeless music ranging from the primeval rock n’ roll of the early 1970s to contemporary indie. The array of Bowie collaborators arose partly by design, but mostly by chance. Having recorded a set of demos, Rob asked Emm Gryner to contribute vocals, who, in turn, suggested he should contact Earl Slick. Step-by-step, one Bowie alumni led to another, resulting in Bowie’s spirit sparkling throughout KillerStar’s cocktail of earthy rock and nightclub glamour. The album was produced by Rob and James, mixed by Dave Eringa (Manic Street Preachers), with digital mastering by Joe La Porta and vinyl mastered by Miles Showell at Abbey Road Studios.

KillerStar’s debut album is available to pre-order HERE. It will be released on CD, black vinyl, a limited edition 180-gram gold vinyl pressing, and digital formats.

KillerStar will play a special UK album launch show at London’s 100 Club on March 16th. Rob and James will be joined by three of the key musicians on the album in the shape of Earl Slick (guitar), Mark Plati (bass) and Emm Gryner (backing vocals), and the line-up will be completed by keyboardist Dom Beken (Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets, The Orb). Tickets are available HERE.

Follow KillerStar:

Website / Instagram / Twitter / Facebook

For U.S. press inquiries regarding KillerStar, contact:

SRO PR:
Mitch Schneider // mschneider@sropr.com
Andrea Faulk // afaulk@sropr.com

October 25, 2023

BRIT FLOYD—The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience—Relaunch Third Leg Of “50 Years Of Dark Side” Tour In North America

DATE: OCTOBER 25, 2023

FROM: MARCEE RONDAN/MITCH SCHNEIDER/ANDREA FAULK

BRIT FLOYD—
THE WORLD’S GREATEST PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE—
RELAUNCH THIRD LEG OF
“50 YEARS OF DARK SIDE” TOUR
IN NORTH AMERICA

GROUP CONFIRM
MASSIVE “PULSE” 2024 WORLD TOUR
INCLUDING 90-CITY TOUR OF NORTH AMERICA

This past weekend, BRIT FLOYD re-launched their 2023 multi-city “50 Years of Dark Side Tour” of North America. Known as The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience, the group will follow this year’s dates with a massive 2024 world tour. It’s a 90-city tour of North America, plus shows in 45 cities in the UK, and Europe to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s Pulse and The Division Bell albums. More details about the 2024 dates will be announced in the coming weeks.

The fall 2023 50 Years of Dark Side tour features over two and a half hours of Pink Floyd music encompassing the band’s iconic career. BRIT FLOYD’s team have created a show that includes state-of-the-art visuals (lights, lasers, and animation) which are all presented with immersive soundscapes and virtuosic musicianship. When the tour wraps, the 50 Years of Dark Side trek will have encompassed more than 108 dates with return stops in many markets, alongside first-ever performances in other markets. The Dark Side Of The Moon, released in 1973, is one of the most critically acclaimed albums of all time and includes Pink Floyd’s iconic single “Money.”

BRIT FLOYD’S 2023 dates are as follows:

DATE	LOCATION	VENUE
WED OCT 25	PETERBOROUGH, ON	MEMORIAL CENTRE	TICKETS
FRI OCT 27	BANGOR, ME	CROSS INSURANCE CENTER	TICKETS
SAT OCT 28	HAMPTON BEACH, NH	CASINO BALLROOM	TICKETS
SUN OCT 29	SPRINGFIELD, MA	SYMPHONY HALL	TICKETS
WED NOV 1	SHIPPENSBURGH, PA	LUHRS CENTER	TICKETS
FRI NOV 3	KINGSTON, NY	ULSTER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER	TICKETS
SAT NOV 4	PHILADELPHIA, PA	KIMMEL CULTURAL CAMPUS	TICKETS
SUN NOV 5	LYNN, MA	MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM	TICKETS
TUE NOV 7	CHARLOTTE, NC	OVENS AUDITORIUM	TICKETS
THU NOV 9	WHEELING, WV	CAPITOL THEATER	TICKETS
FRI NOV 10	AKRON, OH	CIVIC THEATRE	TICKETS
SAT NOV 11	EVANSVILLE, IN	VICTORY THEATRE	TICKETS
SUN NOV 12	FORT WAYNE, IN	CLYDE THEATRE	TICKETS
TUE NOV 14	EAST LANSING, MI	WHARTON CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS	TICKETS
WED NOV 15	DAVENPORT, IL	ADLER THEATRE	TICKETS
FRI NOV 17	OMAHA, NE	LIBERTY FIRST ARENA	TICKETS
SAT NOV 18	MANKATO, MN	MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM EVENT CENTER	TICKETS
SUN NOV 19	SPRINGFIELD, IL	UIS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER	TICKETS
TUE NOV 21	MACON, GA	MACON CITY AUDITORIUM	TICKETS
WED NOV 22	ORLANDO, FL	DR. PHILLIPS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS	TICKETS
FRI NOV 24	HUNTSVILLE, AL	MARK C. SMITH CONCERT HALL	TICKETS
SUN NOV 26	SAN ANTONIO, TX	AZTEC THEATRE	TICKETS
TUE NOV 28	PHOENIX, AZ	ARIZONA FINANCIAL THEATRE	TICKETS
THU NOV 30	LOS ANGELES, CA	YOUTUBE THEATRE	TICKETS
FRI DEC 1	VENTURA CA	VENTURA THEATER	TICKETS

Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience
Facebook: @britfloydoffical
Instagram: @britfloydband
Twitter: @britfloydband
YouTube: @britfloydofficial

PALLADIUM ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

Contacts:

SRO PR
National:
Mitch Schneider, mschneider@sropr.com
Marcee Rondan, marcee@sropr.com
Tour:
Andrea Faulk, afaulk@sropr.com

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