The Press Release:
Hell, Fire & Chaos – The Best Of British Rock & Metal is the title of the upcoming United States tour by two British Legends in the Rock and Metal genre URIAH HEEP and SAXON. With almost 50 studio albums combined and numerous live records, selling multi-millions, this tour will truly be THE BEST OF BRITISH ROCK AND METAL! The tour is a 100% co-headline with both bands playing equal set lengths, with some cities Uriah Heep closing and others Saxon.
SAXON were formed in 1979 and became leaders in the NWOBHM movement alongside bands such as Iron Maidenand Def Leppard and inspiration to the likes of Metallica, Pantera, etc. Touring to support their 24th studio album Hell, Fire & Damnation, released on January 19th 2024, the band have continued to be at the top of their game throughout the years. Headlining many of the major rock festivals annually in Europe as well as an extensive touring commitment around the world, their massive and loyal fan base continues to grow and the band don’t look as though they are slowing down at any point soon. Their setlist will consist of all the classic tracks such as Wheels Of Steel, 747 (Strangers in the Night), Strong Arm of the Law, Power and the Glory, Denim and Leather.
URIAH HEEP are currently into their 54th year and have never stopped! With a 25 studio albums catalog, the band are touring to support their 2023 release Chaos & Colour that has had rave reviews from both fans and media alike worldwide. As part of the “Big Four” in the 70’s, which also included Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath and Deep Purple, Uriah Heep were pioneers in the hard rock field and an inspiration to many major touring and recording Artists still tothis day. The band continue to tour around the world with 63 countries under their belt over the years. Having sold over40 million records, fans old and new continue to flock to shows and festival appearances to experience the classic hits such as Easy Livin’, Gypsy, Stealin’, Sweet Lorraine and July Morning.
The Tour Dates:
April 23rd: Fort Lauderdale, FL – The Parker
April 24th: Tampa, FL – Hard Rock Event Center
April 25th: Orlando, FL – The Plaza Live
April 28th: Louisville, KY – Mercury Ballroom
April 30th: Morgantown, WV – The Metropolitan Theatre
May 1st: Pittsburgh, PA – Roxian Theatre
May 2nd: Jim Thorpe, PA – Penn’s Peak
May 3rd: Englewood, NJ – Bergen Performing Arts Center
May 5th: Boston, MA – Citizens House of Blues
May 7th: Long Island, NY – Patchogue Theatre
May 8th: Glenside, PA – Keswick Theatre
May 10th: Peekskill, NY – Paramount Hudson Valley Arts
May 11th: Cleveland, OH – TempleLive at the Cleveland Masonic
May 12th: Elkhart, IN – Lerner Theatre
May 13th: Detroit, MI – St. Andrew’s Hall
May 14th: Grand Rapids, MI – GLC Live at 20 Monroe
May 16th: Marietta, OH – People’s Bank Theatre
May 17th: Cincinnati, OH – Bogart’s
May 18th: Joliet, IL – Rialto Square Theatre
May 19th: St. Charles, IL – Arcada Theatre
May 21st: Nashville, IN – Brown County Music Center
May 22nd: Milwaukee, WI – Pabst Theater
May 24th: Springfield, MO – Gillioz Theatre
May 25th: Wichita, KS – TempleLive at Scottish Rite Center
May 29th: Houston, TX – House Of Blues
May 30th: San Antonio, TX – Tobin Center for the Performing Arts
May 31st: Dallas, TX – Glass Cactus
More Dates to be added!
Tickets are available via general on sale Friday January 12th through all usual ticket outlets. VIP packages are also available consisting of a pre-show Meet & Greet with both bands together, Signed Photo of each band, Personal Photo Opportunities, Exclusive Merchandise Item from each band and a special VIP Tour Laminate.
Uriah Heep Is: Mick Box, Bernie Shaw, Phil Lanzon, Dave Rimmer and Russell Gilbrook
Saxon Is: Biff Byford, Nibs Carter, Nigel Glockner, Doug Scarratt and Brian Tatler
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Official: http://www.uriah-heep.com
Official: http://www.saxon747.com