Tindersticks Play North America in Support of The Hungry Saw

After reforming and recording their latest release on Constellation , The Hungry Saw , legendary UK band Tindersticks [Official , Myspace ] will be bringing their inimitable sound to North American stages for the first time in over five years. Led by the voice and lyricism of Stuart Staples , Tindersticks have always expertly conjured complex emotions and double-edged narratives through a sultry, swirling, finely orchestrated music that is gently uplifting, beautifully arranged, and shot through with dark tension.

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Tindersticks have been touring extensively in Europe since the fall of 2008 to broad critical acclaim. In a live setting they mesmerize old fans and new with a profoundly literate and deeply moving song cycle that pulls from the group's majestic back catalogue while also featuring brilliant arrangements of the superb new album. The live band is a 7-piece, featuring founding members Stuart Staples (voice, guitar), David Boulter (organ, keyboards) and Neil Fraser (guitar), the new rhythm section of Dan McKinna (bass) and Thomas Belhom (drums), and Terry Edwards (brass) and Andrew Nice (cello). Together they create a kaleidoscope of gently stirring tunes balanced and emboldened by beautiful instrumental moments all topped by Staples??? uniquely poignant voice.

Tindersticks are a very special band and not to be missed. It is a rare and remarkable opportunity to see Tindersticks perform live. Few groups are better positioned to deliver a thoughtful, multi-layered and enveloping soundtrack suited to this tumultuous age. Tindersticks will lift you up without insulting your intelligence or demanding escapism. Come get real with them for an evening.

Tour Dates:
Wed. Mar. 4 Philadelphia, PA @ World Cafe Live
Thu. Mar. 5 Washington, D.C. @ 9:30 Club
Fri. Mar. 6 Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Masonic Temple
Sat. Mar. 7 Boston, MA @ Somerville Theatre
Mon. Mar. 9 Montreal, QC @ La Sala Rossa
Tue. Mar. 10 Toronto, ON @ Opera House
Wed. Mar. 12 Chicago, IL @ Epiphany Episcopal Church