Legendary Seattle rockers Queensrÿche are poised to regain their place as hard rock/heavy metal royalty in 2013. The band has just signed a new label deal with Century Media for the release of their latest studio album. The album is slated for release on June 11 and marks the debut album from the lineup comprised of Todd La Torre (Vocals), Michael Wilton (Guitars), Parker Lundgren (Guitars), Eddie Jackson (Bass) and Scott Rockenfield (Drums). The band premiered a snippet from a new song called “Redemption” from the upcoming release on Eddie Trunk’s radio show on February 22. The 90-second snippet can be viewed at http://youtu.be/P8iaNZBUK9c. Queensrÿche join Century Media’s diverse roster comprised some of music’s most recognizable talent including In Flames, In This Moment, Lacuna Coil and Arch Enemy to name a few.
“Queensrÿche is excited to begin writing this next chapter of our career with Century Media. Their passion and love for music has been apparent since early discussions and we are pleased to call them partners on this journey,” states bassist Eddie Jackson. “We are also thankful for all of the fans who have supported us from day one and helped us get to where we are today. Todd, Scott, Parker, Michael and I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for each and every one of you.”
Queensrÿche will also be heading out on their RETURN TO HISTORY World Tour this March and April. The tour kicks off on March 5th in Dubuque, IA and makes stops in 9 different countries wrapping up on April 26th in the Netherlands. The band will also be taking to the high seas on this year’s Monsters Of Rock Cruise and Sweden Rock Cruise. The 23 date trek will make stops in New York, Tennessee and Florida as well as in Canada, United Kingdom and Germany amongst others. Tickets for all shows are currently on sale.
RETURN TO HISTORY WORLD TOUR 2013
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DATE |
CITY, STATE |
VENUE |
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Mar 5 |
Dubuque, IA |
Diamond Jo Casino |
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Mar 7 |
Toronto, ON |
Phoenix Concert Theatre |
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Mar 8 |
Englewood, NJ |
Bergen Performing Arts Center |
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Mar 9 |
Jim Thorpe, PA |
Penn’s Peak |
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Mar 10 |
Patchogue, NY |
The Emporium |
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Mar 12 |
Nashville, TN |
Wildhorse Saloon |
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Mar 14 |
Biloxi, MS |
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino |
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Mar 15 |
Tampa, FL |
Ritz Ybor |
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Mar 16 |
Fort Lauderdale, FL |
Monsters Of Rock Cruise |
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Mar 22 |
Orlando, FL |
House Of Blues |
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Mar 23 |
Raleigh, NC |
Longbranch |
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Mar 30 |
Uncasville, CT |
Mohegan Sun Casino |
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Apr 6 |
Regina, SK |
Casino Regina Show Lounge |
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Apr 11 |
Stockholm, SWE |
Sweden Rock Cruise |
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Apr 13 |
Oulu, FIN |
Club Teatria |
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Apr 14 |
Mons, BEL |
Power Prog & Metal Festival @ Lotto Mons Expo |
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Apr 15 |
London, UK |
O2 Academy |
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Apr 17 |
Nottingham, UK |
Rock City |
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Apr 18 |
Manchester, UK |
The Ritz |
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Apr 19 |
Dublin, IRE |
The Academy Dublin |
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Apr 20 |
Duisburg, GER |
Gluckaufhalle |
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Apr 21 |
Ludwigsburg, GER |
Rockfabrik |
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Apr 23 |
Aaburg, SWI |
Moonwalker |
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Apr 24 |
Munchen, GER |
Theaterfabrik |
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Apr 26 |
Eindhoven, NET |
Effennar |
Other Confirmed 2013 Tour Dates
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DATE |
CITY, STATE |
VENUE |
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Jul 18 |
Oshkosh, WI |
Rock USA Festival |
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Jul 19 |
Springville, IN |
ABATE of Indiana “Boogie” |
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Jul 20 |
Erie, PA |
Roar on the Shore Biker Rally |
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Aug 2 |
Sturgis, SD |
The Sturgis Buffalo Chip |
