VISTA CHINO, the band formed by John Garcia and Brant Bjork (formerly of KYUSS) have inked a deal with Napalm Records. The album is set for an early fall release. More details, including album title, artwork and track listing will be revealed in the coming weeks.

Vocalist John Garcia said the following: "KYUSS LIVES! is now Vista Chino... it feels great just to write that... and to say it out loud, feels even better. Now that our relationship with Napalm Records is official, it's time to forget about the past year, move forward, and execute our original plan, which was to make kick ass music and tour the world!"

Drummer Brant Bjork added: "We look forward to working with Napalm Records and we anticipate great support in rolling out the Vista Chino rock."

Thomas Caser, Head Of A&R; at Napalm Records commented on the signing: "It's with great pride we announce the signing of Vista Chino. After all the band has been through they are ready to rock! We at Napalm Records are thrilled to work with such talented artists and look forward to a long-lasting cooperation!"

Today, Napalm Records and Vista Chino debut the first song from the group's upcoming full-length album. The song, entitled 'Dargona, Dragona' is available as an exclusive stream on the Vista Chino Facebook page (link below). When visiting the page, clicking the “like” button will enable the audio.

Rising from the desert sands that birthed Kyuss Lives, Vista Chino’s sound is instantly familiar. With the trademark soulful vocals of John Garcia, the songwriting and production of Brant Bjork (drums) and the fuzz-laden riffage of imported guitarist Bruno Fevery, Vista Chino’s debut is one of the year’s most anticipated heavy rock albums. A new band born of a storied past, right now it’s about these players playing these songs.

Vista Chino’s first North American performance will take place at this year’s Orion Festival in Detroit, MI curated by METALLICA. Vista Chino will play on Sunday June 9th on the Frantic Stage. A full North American tour will be announced shortly.

Tour dates for Europe include:

July

25 - Tienen, Belgium - Suikerrock
26 - Feldkirch, Austria - Poolbar Festival
27 - Lichtenfels, Germany - Rock Im Wald Festival
29 - Wien, Austria - Arena
31 - Pinarella di Cervia, Italy - Rock Planet

August

3 - Lierpop, Netherlands - Tuinfest
7 - München, Germany - Backstage (Free & Easy Festival)
8 - Geneva, Switzerland - Usine
9 - Puttlingen, Germany - Rocco del Schlako
10 - Eschwege, Germany - Open Flair Festival

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