Nordic folk outfit WARDRUNA–forced to reschedule their previously announced 2020 North American tour due to the pandemic–today (August 5) have announced new dates for fall 2021. The band’s last jaunt to the U.S. was in 2018 and included a sold-out headlining show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado following sold-out shows worldwide, including major festival headlining appearances (Hellfest, Roadburn, Summer Breez, Castle Fest, Echoes & Merveilles, Rock oz Arenes, Rock The Coast, etc.).
WARDRUNA‘s rescheduled 2021 North American tour dates are as follows:
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DATE
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CITY
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VENUE
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Wed
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9/23
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Charlotte, NC
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Owens Auditorium
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Thu
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9/24
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Washington, DC
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Warner Theatre
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Fri
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9/25
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Brooklyn, NY
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Kings Theatre
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Sun
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9/27
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Boston, MA
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The Orpheum Theater
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Mon
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9/28
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Montreal, QC
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M Telus
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Tue
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9/29
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Toronto, ON
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Meridian Hall
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Thu
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10/1
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Chicago, IL
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Auditorium Theatre
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Fri
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10/2
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Minneapolis, MN
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The State Theatre
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Mon
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10/5
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Calgary, AB
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Southern Alberta Jubilee
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Wed
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10/7
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Salem, OR
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Elsinore Theatre
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Thu
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10/8
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Seattle, WA
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Moore Theatre
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Fri
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10/9
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Vancouver, BC
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The Chan Centre
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Sun
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10/11
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Salt Lake City, UT
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The Complex
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Tue
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10/13
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Oakland, CA
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Paramount Theatre
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Thu
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10/15
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El Cajon, CA
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Magnolia
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Fri
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10/16
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Los Angeles, CA
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Orpheum Theatre
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Sat
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10/17
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Mesa, AZ
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Ikeda Theatre
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Mon
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10/19
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Dallas, TX
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The Majestic Theatre
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Wed
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10/21
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Denver, CO
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The Paramount Theatre
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WARDRUNA will release their fifth full length album, KVITRAVN–which translates to ‘White Raven’–January 22, 2021 via BY NORSE MUSIC in the U.S. and SONY MUSIC /COLUMBIA RECORDS (worldwide excl. U.S.). Widely known for their ability to transcend music genres, cultures and languages while introducing innovative and genre-creating renditions of ancient Nordic traditions, KVITRAVN marks a distinct evolution in WARDRUNA‘s unique sound. In a rich musical tapestry, WARDRUNA use a broad selection of both traditional and historical instruments and include guest appearances by a small group of prominent traditional singers, spearheaded by Kirsten Bråten Berg–one of the most important custodians of Norwegian traditional song. Throughout its 11 songs, KVITRAVNdiscusses Northern sorcery, spirit-animals, shadows, nature and animism, the wisdom and meanings of certain myths, various Norse spiritual concepts, and the relation between sage and songs.
The first new music was heard earlier this year in February with the debut single/music video “Grá” (which translates in English as ‘grey’) seen HERE. The song speaks about the ancient bond and relationship between man and wolf and seeks to address and acknowledge the cost and responsibility of being part of, and not above, nature.
Pre-order options for KVITRAVN are available via digital download at https://wardruna.lnk.to/Kvitravn_Album . The album is also available on CD and 180-gram 2LP gatefold vinyl (black or ltd. Edition white) at https://wardruna.aisamerch.com/ .