HAWKWIND Legend NIK TURNER Returns To His Intergalactic Roots On New CD Space Gypsy And Upcoming US Tour
August 21, 2013, 11 years ago
NIK TURNER, founding member of pioneering space-rock band HAWKWIND, returns to his intergalactic roots with his soon-to-be-released new CD, Space Gypsy. Featuring all new material, Space Gypsy'boasts guest appearances by fellow Hawkwind alumnus drummer Simon House, and GONG guitar legend Steve Hillage, along with Nicky Garratt of the UK SUBS, Jurgen Engler of German industrial band DIE KRUPPS, and Jeff Piccinini of '70s punk icons CHELSEA.
Making the CD release even more exciting, Nik Turner has filmed a dark, hypnotic new video called 'Time Crypt', featuring Simon House. This is the second video Nik has released in support of Space Gypsy, the first being 'Fallen Angel STS-51-L'; from the album's first single about the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster.
Space Gypsy will be released in three different formats: A regular CD release packaged in a digipak with original artwork; a limited edition gatefold vinyl with bonus etched 7" single; and for the ultimate collector – the complete experience. A special limited edition deluxe box version of Space Gypsy, which includes a bonus CD of rough mixes and instrumental versions that feature additional flute and saxophone improvisations from Nik not included on the album. Also included are 4 postcards, a gorgeous full color patch and collectible pin.
Nik Turner's Space Ritual Tour runs in the US from October 9th through November 17th in support of the new CD.
Tour dates:
October
9 - Eureka, CA - The Shanty10 - Portland, OR - Mississippi Studios - Fall Into Darkness VII Fest
12 - Seattle, WA - Chop Suey
16 - Salt Lake City, UT - Urban Lounge
19 - St Paul, MN - Turf Club
20 - Milwaukee, WI - Cactus Club
21 - Chicago, IL - Reggie's
24 - Pittsburgh, PA - Brillo Box
25 - Toronto, ON - Mod Club
29 - Boston, MA - Middle East Upstairs
30 - New Haven, CT - BAR (free show)
31 - Easthampton, MA - Flywheel
November
2 - Philadelphia, PA - Philamoca3 - Brooklyn, NY - Saint Vitus Bar
5 - Charlotte, NC - Tremont Music Hall
7 - Atlanta, GA - The Earl
10 - Austin, TX - Fun Fun Fun Nites
14 - Phoenix, AZ - Rhythm Room
15 - San Diego, CA - The Casbah
17 - Oakland, CA - The Uptown
