Live Design by The Parlotones (CD, Jun-2011, 2 Discs, MRI Associated Labels)

Description: CD Live Design was recorded at The Parlotones sold out, headlining gig at the 20,000 capacity Coca Cola Dome in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Parlotones are the first ever native act to headline the arena, let alone sell it out. The entire show was recorded for CD and DVD, and in 2011 won two South African Music Awards for Best Global DVD. The album features 18 tracks from three of the band s studio albums, Stardust Galaxies, A World Next Door To Yours, and Radiocontrolledrobot. The DVD is a 75 minute recording of the performance. In 2011, The Parlotones have started to conquer North America, selling out New York, Chicago, Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on theirfirst ever North American headlining tour in March, and playing five sets at SXSW. The Boston Herald declared 'The Parlotones could be huge here. KillersHuge. Muse Huge. Coldplay Huge.' Returning to US shores in June, the band plans to bring their melodic, exuberant alternative pop to bigger audiences...as well as prepare them for the first ever live worldwide broadcast in 3D. On July 16, The Parlotones will perform their rock opera, Dragonflies&Astronauts in Johannesburg and network and cinema partners around the world will bring it live to the band's fans in every corner of the globe. Morethan 300 dates in 2010, a headlining performance at the World Cup Kickoff Concert, and powerful word of mouth has build a solid foundation for the band who regularly sell out arenas in their home country, and 2000+ seat theaters all over Europe. The band's achievements over the last several years demonstrate the universal appeal of the band's darkly romantic lyrics and anthemic songs. In 2009, The Parlotones became the first South African band ever to sell out the Coca Cola Dome in Johannesburg, a 13,000 capacity venue. They played the 2009 Presidential Inauguration, Africa Day, and Live Earth. In 2010, they were gracious hosts at the World Cup, headlining the World Cup Kickoff concert with Shakira, The Black Eyed Peas, and Alicia Keys. In the fall of 2010, their latest release, Stardust Galaxies, hit #13 on Billboard's Alternative New Artist Chart and spent several weeks in the Billboard's Indie Top 200. In November, they proved that they're not just hometown favorites, selling out world-renowned venue Shepherd's Bush Empire in London. Over the course of their three full length releases, the band have enjoyed 15 top 10 hits in South Africa. Music industry showcases at South by South West,Midem and Dubai Sound City followed and have firmly established The Parlotones as one of the world's most exciting new acts. Their music has been made available through Sony Ericsson phones and they have their own branded laptop. More recently, their music has been heard in 'Jersey Shore', 'I Used To Be Fat', 'Pretty Little Liars' and 'One Tree Hill.' With Live Design, the band captures the energy and power of their live show, with 18 tracks and a full length DVD showcasing songs from all three of theirfull length albums, the undeniable charisma of the band, and the unforgettable, accessible music they've written up until now. It's a love letter to the world, their fans, and a promise of what's to come in the future.

Price: 9.9 USD

Location: Munfordville, Kentucky

End Time: 2024-05-29T21:01:17.000Z

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