“For many musicians, So There could have played like an indulgent diversion, frustrating those hungry for another rock album. For Folds, who constantly hones his craft by taking unexpected paths, it extends a career-long flirtation with modern orchestral composition to its logical next step.” –NPR
“21st century thinking man’s chamber pop.” -MOJO
“A consummate musician reaches new heights.” -UNCUT
Multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer Ben Folds will tour Australia in August this year, performing on stage with celebrated New York City-based chamber ensemble yMusic in Brisbane, Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne and Canberra.
They will showcase songs from his landmark new album, So There.
“I’m looking forward to bring our new LIVE show to Australia,” Folds said. “For me, returning to Australia is like coming home, where I have deep roots and feel such a strong connection to audiences.”
Folds added that his new LIVE show promises to deliver “just the right dynamic blend of pop and classical music with new songs and familiar hits.”
Recorded in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and his own historic Grand Victor Sound (aka RCA Studio A) in Nashville, the album is marked by its forward-thinking studio craft and creative spontaneity. So There debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Classical Albums chart and also debuted at #1 on the Classic Crossover Albums, #6 Alternative Albums, #9 Top Internet Albums, #13 Vinyl. Two weeks ago, But make no mistake it’s not juts about classical music. As NPR’s Bob Boilen noted “Ben Folds’ music has taken another turn, firmly embracing strings and chamber music yet still maintaining a passion for his love of pop… I find this to be the most lovable piece of music I’ve ever heard from Ben Folds.”
Ben also recently recorded a performance for NPR’s Tiny Desk Concert series. View it HERE.
Ben Folds with yMusic – Australian Tour
Thursday August 18 – Concert Hall, QPAC, Brisbane
Tickets: qpac.com.au / 136 246
Saturday August 20 – Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Tickets: sydneyoperahouse.com / 02 9250 7777 and ticketmaster.com.au / 136 100
Sunday August 21 – Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Tickets: sydneyoperahouse.com / 02 9250 7777 and ticketmaster.com.au / 136 100
Tuesday August 23 – Perth Concert Hall, Perth
Tickets: perthconcerthall.com.au / 08 9231 9999 or ticketmaster.com.au / 136 100
Thursday August 25 – Entertainment Centre, Adelaide
Tickets: ticketek.com.au / 13 28 49
Friday August 26 – Palais Theatre, Melbourne
Tickets: ticketmaster.com.au / 136 100
Saturday August 27- Palais Theatre, Melbourne
Tickets: ticketmaster.com.au / 136 100
Sunday August 28 – Canberra Theatre, Canberra
Tickets: canberratheatrecentre.com.au / 02 6275 2700
So There is out now via New West Records \ Warner Music Australia www.benfolds.com www.facebook.com/BenFolds www.twitter.com/BenFolds
