RatDog Returns! Summer Dates East and WestAfter a way-too-long hiatus, RatDog is set to return to the stage on July 5 in Buckeye Country. From the looks of things, that will mark the start of a three-week tour that takes RatDog up and down the eastern timezone. Dates confirmed so far include two nights with moe. in Atlanta, two nights in Hampton Beach, and a bunch of other dates with moe., Jackie Greene, and The Black Crowes. The tour will likely end with RatDog's return to the Gathering of the Vibes, which also features Donna Jean, CSNY, moe, DSO, Keller, George Clinton, and much more. Additional dates are still to be announced, probably including another two-night run at a favorite northeast venue. Update (5/4): Two nights at Penn's Peak have been confirmed. Just one more date to fill in - July 6 or 7.
Following the eastern run, RatDog will take a month off before embarking on a three-week(ish) west coast/mountain tour. Announced already are a pair of shows in Oregon, two in Colorado, and three in southern California. Jackie Greene will open all the shows. Still plenty of holes to fill in so keep an eye out.
The Band of Brotherz Head EastRight now the Band of Brotherz, featuring Jay Lane and Rob Wasserman, is touring the northeast playing shows that include a series of official "The Dead" afterparties. This past Saturday night, Bob Weir, John Barlow, and Kenny Brooks sat in. [Photos] Upcoming shows include Tuesday & Wednesday in New Jersey (coinciding with Dead East Rutherford); Friday & Saturday in Philly (coinciding with Dead Spectrum); and Sunday at the 8x10 in Baltimore. Tour dates and info are on BoB's site.
Mark Karan & Jemimah Puddleduck Touring This SummerMark Karan & Jemimah Puddleduck has announced a series of dates for this summer. There are more dates to be announced (including the west coast), but confirmed so far are Ohio's Gratefulfest 10, Falls Church VA, Baltimore, NYC, and two nights in Denver. Find dates on MK's site.
RatDog Daze: The SequelIt's an understatement to say that RatDog Daze, the all-inclusive RatDog getaway in Jamaica this past January, was well-received. Many of those who attended - fans, crew, and band - indicate they had the time of their lives and the photos and recordings indicate an amazing experience. (Needless to say the reviews were torturous for those of us who didn't make the journey.)
As a result of the inaugural event, The Dog is headed back to the island next January for a bigger and better version. This time, folks will have the opportunity to see twice the shows and spend twice the time on the beach. Option 1 is January 23-27 - four nights, two RatDog shows; Option 2 is January 28-February 1 - also four nights, two RatDog shows; And Option 3, the biggie, is January 23-February 1 - nine nights, four Ratdog shows. Find all the info you need here and make reservations soon.