Boston rock outfit GOZU is set to join forces with Baroness for select dates on their upcoming U.S. tour. The collaboration will see GOZU supporting Baroness from May 31 in Portland, Maine, through June 10 in Des Moines, Iowa. This exciting opportunity follows GOZU's successful Spring tour with The Obsessed and Howling Giant, and precedes their appearances at Louder Than Life in September and Aftershock in October.
GOZU vocalist/guitarist Marc Gaffney expressed his excitement for the upcoming tour: “Just came off an amazing tour with Howling Giant and The Obsessed. Now, hitting the road with Baroness. GOZU would like to make a public announcement: Caress before you dress.”
Fans can purchase tickets now for the following dates:
GOZU w/ Baroness Tour Dates:
5/31/2024 – The State Theatre – Portland, ME
6/01/2024 – District Music Hall – Norwalk, CT
6/02/2024 – Essex – Rochester, NY
6/04/2024 – The Pyramid Scheme – Grand Rapids, MI
6/05/2024 – The Vogue – Indianapolis, IN
6/07/2024 – Majestic Theatre – Madison, WI
6/08/2024 – Durty Nellie’s – Palatine, IL
6/09/2024 – House Of Blues – Chicago, IL
6/10/2024 – Wooly's – Des Moines, IA
Festival Appearances:
9/29/2024 – Louder Than Life @ Highland Festival Grounds – Louisville, KY
10/13/2024 – Aftershock @ Discovery Park – Sacramento, CA
GOZU's latest album, Remedy, released last Spring via Blacklight Media/Metal Blade Records, features nine tracks that showcase the band's signature blend of fuzzy '70s-inspired riffs, catchy grunge-esque vocal melodies, and a hint of old-school psychedelia. The album has been praised for its passion and enthusiasm, a testament to the band's dedication to their craft.
A significant addition to the band's lineup is drummer Seth Botos, who joined vocalist/guitarist Marc Gaffney, guitarist Doug Sherman, and bassist Joe Grotto. Gaffney remarked Botos' impact: "Seth brings such an impeccable work ethic and freshness to the band that it was infectious. He is the breath of delicious fresh air the three old men needed. He reminds us of a young Kevin Bacon/Wayne Rooney."
The recording of Remedy at Wild Arctic Studios in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, with producer/engineer Dean Baltulonis (Death Ray Vision, The Hope Conspiracy), was a unique experience the band. Botos's impressive work ethic saw him laying down his drums in just a day-and-a-half, contributing significantly to the album's polished and energetic sound. The result has been met with widespread acclaim. Denver Westword called Remedy "a perfect mix of what GOZU does best: spacy psychedelia, fuzzy stoner rock, and galloping rock and roll." Distorted Sound highlighted its "gnarly guitar and vocals galore that just oozes with confidence and coolness," and Sputnik Music praised the album for expanding the band's horizons into metal territory.
Preview and purchase Remedy at: blacklightmediarecords.com/gozu.
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