MUSIC NEWS - London independent rockers The Boxer Rebellion are pleased with the news that their second album, "Union," was named "Best Alternative Album" by iTunes USA in the year-end "Rewind 2009" roundup of the year's top albums, tracks, films and more. Announced today, the top-honor selection from the #1 music retailer in the United States caps off a stellar year for the international four-piece group. Selections for this year's iTunes "Rewind 2009" can be found at itunes.com/rewind2009.
The band will be heading to the USA, and Austin, TX in particular for the March 2010 version of the SXSW Music and Arts Festival. These upcoming dates will be rare American opportunity to witness the band's visually-stunning and potent live show, a showcase that has continued to win them a feverishly devoted following throughout the UK and Europe. Dates for the band's upcoming performances at SXSW 2010 to be announced shortly.
Since UNION's release, the band went on some unbelievably successful tours of Europe and was even invited to record a Live session at London's flagship Apple store, a feat no other unsigned band has been able to achieve. Additionally, the band recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with HMV in the UK where the music and entertainment specialist is currently acting as a lead outlet and strategic partner for the physical release of "Union..
The Boxer Rebellion is comprised of American vocalist Nathan Nicholson (from Maryville, TN), Aussie guitarist Todd Howe, and a supremely talented rhythm section in Englishmen Adam Harrison (bass) and Piers Hewitt (drums).
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