East Coast Music Award nominees Idlers are set to hit the road Nov. 6 kicking off a tour of eastern and central Canada in support of their new album Keep Out.
According to a news release, the 11-piece Newfoundland-based band continues to push the boundaries of reggae, ska and afro beat on Keep Out, set to hit stores Nov. 10.
Produced by Darryl Jenifer, the bassist for Bad Brains and producer for Bedouin Soundclash, the band headed to New York to record this latest effort at Dreamland Studios.
Since forming in 2006 the band have been known to create a dancing frenzy among audiences while performing their live “reggae circus.”
Lead by vocalist and trumpet player Mark Wilson who fronts a solid rhythm section, heavy horns and tight harmonies, Idlers know the way to an audience’s heart is through their feet.
“We’re very proud of this new record and we can’t wait to take it on the road,” says lead vocalist Mark Wilson. “Working with Darryl really brought out the best in us and we hope our fans love it as much as we do!”
On the last leg of the tour, the band will travel through Halifax and their hometown of St. John’s where they will be joined by the band English Beat.