Photo: Mark Maryanovich
LOS ANGELES, CA — Dada, the progressive rock trio, marks their 30th Anniversary with a nationwide headline tour named the Return to Dizz Knee Land Tour, comprising 30 shows. The tour showcases the original lineup: Michael Gurley (vocals, guitar), Joie Calio (vocals, bass) and Phil Leavitt (drums). This eagerly anticipated tour celebrates the release of their pioneering 1992 debut album, Puzzle.
"Reflecting on the missed opportunity to celebrate our 30th anniversary amidst the pandemic," Phil Leavitt reminisces, "we were resolute in our commitment to compensate our fans. Reuniting the original lineup on stage, despite the challenges we've faced, is an incredibly poignant moment for us all. Moreover, we're excited to delve into our repertoire more extensively than ever before."
Return to Dizz Knee Land Tour
June 11 The Hobart Art Theater - Hobart, IN
June 13 High Noon Saloon - Madison, WI
June 14 Fine Line - Minneapolis, MN
June 15 Park West - Chicago, IL
June 18 Tupelo Music Hall - Derry, NH
June 20 City Winery - Boston, MA
June 21 World Cafe Live - Philadelphia, PA
June 22 The Hamilton Live - Washington, DC
June 24 City Winery Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA
June 25 The Asylum - Cleveland, OH
June 26 Rumba Cafe - Columbus, OH
June 28 Southgate House Revival - Newport, KY
June 30 Club Dada - Dallas, TX
June 01 Parish - Austin, TX
June 19 The Siren - Morro Bay, CA
June 20 Sweetwater Music Hall - Mill Valley, CA
June 25 City Winery - St. Louis, MO
June 26 Chief's on Broadway - Nashville, TN
June 27 Eddie's Attic - Decatur, GA
July 01 Parish - Austin, TX
July 19 The Siren - Morro Bay, CA
July 20 Sweetwater Music Hall - Mill Valley, CA
July 25 City Winery - St. Louis, MO
July 26 Chief's on Broadway - Nashville, TN
July 27 Eddie's Attic - Decatur, GA
August 01 The Rebel Lounge - Phoenix, AZ
August 02 Aggie Theatre - Fort Collins, CO
August 03 Bluebird Theater - Denver, CO
August 08 Troubadour - Los Angeles, CA
August 22 City Winery - New York, NY
August 23 Rams Head On Stage - Annapolis, MD
August 24 The NorVa - Norfolk, VA
About the Band
Dada's origins trace back to the late '80s when guitarist Michael Gurley and bassist Joie Calio began crafting songs and performing as an acoustic duo. With the addition of drummer Phil Leavitt, they fused the dynamic force of trios like Cream with the sophisticated, harmony-driven songwriting reminiscent of Simon & Garfunkel. Their debut album, Puzzle, hit the shelves on September 8, 1992, featuring the chart-topping single "Dizz Knee Land," which garnered extensive radio play, propelling album sales to over 1,000,000 worldwide. Subsequently, the band found themselves supporting acts such as Crowded House, Depeche Mode and Sting. In 1994, they unveiled their sophomore effort, American Highway Flower, showcasing ambitious tracks like "Ask the Dust" and the awe-inspiring "Feet to the Sun." Over the years, Dada has amassed a remarkable discography, including half a dozen full-length albums and an EP.
