29: Francis Winspear Centre for Music – Edmonton, AB* 24: Cowichan Performing Arts Centre – Duncan, BC* 22 & 23: Commodore Ballroom – Vancouver, BC* 16: Phases of the Moon Festival – Ozark, AR Oct 8: Observatory North Park – San Diego, CA ![]() ![]() What Rudd sacrifices in individual identity here is more than compensated for in the strength of both songs and the United Nations’ performances.” Nanna is an amazingly uplifting listen. Xavier Rudd has been described by All Music as “ a gifted bandleader and arranger and, more importantly, a servant of the music,” further praising that “ each player shines forth her or his strength in this ambitious mix. Mixed by the legendary Errol Brown, album track “Flag” is the perfect representation of this sound, and indeed the spirit within Xavier Rudd & The United Nations: it is a passionate call to unite, wrapped in pure Tuff Gong authenticity. We tour in order to deliver this message and celebrate the energy of one people,” says Xavier Rudd.Įnthralling devoted fans, Xavier Rudd kicked off 2015 by unveiling his long-awaited dream project a full-blown dub record, backed by an eight-piece international all-star band, The United Nations. The aptly titled Xavier Rudd & The United Nations brings together musicians from all corners of the globe, representing the diverse cultures of Australia, I ndigenous Australia, South Africa, Samoa, Germany and Papua New Guinea. This album, this tour, this family, The United Nations is an example energetically & spiritually of where we need to be as a people. “I feel the spirit of this band is very important. With 30+ dates, the band heads across North America, beginning October 8th in California and wrapping up in North Carolina. ![]() Following appearances at Shaky Knees, Hangout and Summer Camp music festivals along with a run of headline dates, Xavier Rudd & The United Nations return to North America throughout October and November to further celebrate the acclaimed studio album, Nanna (out now via Nettwerk Records).
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