MUSIC NEWS- Having wrapped up a sold-out European tour and additional sold-out performances earlier this year in the USA and South America, songwriter and vocalist Roger Hodgson, co-founder and original singer-songwriter from Supertramp, continues the USA leg of his popular “Breakfast in America” tour this fall.
The 34-date tour; which features all his hit songs including “The Logical Song,” “Breakfast in America,” “Give a Little Bit,” “Dreamer,” “School,” “Take the Long Way Home,” “Child of Vision,” “Even in the Quietest Moments,” “It's Raining Again,” and "Fool's Overture", is his first major U.S. tour since his departure from Supertramp in 1983.
No longer the young shy virtuoso, he is now a charismatic and full hearted performer, his
signature voice sounding better than ever. As Rolling Stone noted following a performance earlier this year: “Remarkably, the humble musical legend is back and his signature voice sounds stronger than ever… To see and hear Roger Hodgson in concert today is not simply
to experience a sort of musical homecoming. It is also the only real way to hear some of the most beloved songs ever sung as they were meant to be sung by the man who first brought them to life.”
Hailed by many as one of the most gifted composers and lyricists of our times, Roger Hodgson helped define a generation of progressive rock, and wrote and sang Supertramp’s globally successful and enduring anthems – timeless songs that helped his former band sell well over 60 million albums to date. His unmistakable voice also propels Supertramp fan favorites he created such as “Hide in Your Shell” “Child of Vision” “Don't Leave Me Now,” and “Lord is it Fine.” Hodgson delivers all of those songs, as well as solo compositions such as “Only Because of You,” and “Lovers in the Wind” from his five solo album releases, on his world tour.
Uniting generations at his concerts, Hodgson and his four-piece band transport baby boomers back to their youth and give younger generations a taste of why his heartfelt songs have endured
Hodgson closes his concerts with the crowd singing along to “Give a Little Bit,” a song heard
in a recent video that went viral with over six million views. Hodgson's timeless composition has a universal message that is as relevant today as when he wrote it over 40 years ago. The
newest version, “Give a Little Bit with Children’s Choir,” was just released as a single on iTunes. Hodgson’s latest CD, “Classics Live” is available through iTunes or from www.Rogerhodgson.com.
Hodgson co-founded Supertramp in 1969 and for many fans was the heart and creative force
behind the band for the 14 years prior to his departure. Roger’s passion for his music and his art shines through in the magic and intimacy that is felt when he performs his songs in concert. “Success in music to me is when I look out and I see a member of the audience crying or having ecstatic joy in their heart,” says Hodgson, who was awarded the Chevalier
of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French Ministry of Culture at a sold-out Paris concert earlier this year. “To me, how much I have shared my heart and been able to touch someone else in a positive way is the measure of success as an artist.”
ROGER HODGSON – “BREAKFAST IN AMERICA” FALL USA TOUR ITINERARY-
10/26 Rancho Mirage, CA Agua Caliente Casino
10/27 Modesto, CA Gallo Center for the Arts – Mary Stuart Rogers
10/29 Friant, CA Table Mountain Casino
11/1 Glenside, PA Keswick Theatre
11/2 Westbury, NY Theatre at Westbury
11/3 Ridgefield, CT Ridgefield Playhouse
CT show Postponed to 1/12/13 due to Hurricane SANDY
11/4 Lynn, MA Lynn Auditorium
11/7 Englewood, NJ Bergen PAC
11/8 Morristown, NJ Mayo PAC
11/9 Shippensburg, PA Shippensburg University – H. Ric Luhrs PAC
11/13 Carmel, IN Center for the Performing Arts – The Palladium
More @ rogerhodgson.com
Fantastic news! I cannot wait to see Roger Hodgson again. I'll be going to the NJ and NY shows. I saw him in Montreal last year and it was by far the best concert I have ever been to - and I've seen just about everyone. It was so refreshing to see an artist who is smiling the whole time and so obviously enjoying himself. Everyone in the audience had a smile and I know I left the show with feel-good feelings that lasted for days.
See Roger in concert and you too will be planning for the next time. Once is definitely not enough. Give yourself a gift and see the voice, heart, and soul of Supertramp. Check out his YouTube channel - you won't be able to pull yourself away
Posted by: An American Girl | Oct 12, 2012 at 03:47 PM
The music Roger Hodgson offers is poetry in motion, the body of music so elegantly expresses how so many have felt growing, trying to determine who we are the people to become. As you listen to Rogers body of music he truly tries to offer answers to that very question, with the strong message of being true to yourself, following your dreams and love each other...... he shares his personal, life awakenings with us through his music and offers this amazing walk through the music with you see him live.
Because of his distinctive sound, vocally, lyrically, and musically, Roger is easily recognized and quickly remembered. His music finds a place in your soul and each time you hear those familiar notes winding their way to your ears, feel comforted.
Roger Hodgson has been touring for the last ten years and one of those rare artists who spends his time communicating with his audience. You only have to listen to one song, one candidly spoken introduction, one humorous antidote to become a fan for life. His voice and music sound better than ever and he makes you feel like he is playing just for you and yes..... you will hear "Give a Little Bit, Dreamer, Take the Long Way Home, and Logical Song" to just name a few of his gems, live.
Posted by: guitar62playr | Oct 13, 2012 at 06:44 PM
Already had tickets for months for Roger's back-to-back CA shows, he was outstanding in San Diego last month! Roger and his band got everyone on their feet, smiling ear to ear, clapping to the beat and singing at the top of our lungs. You really could tell it wasn't just a musical experience but a special journey for every one of us. I'm ecstatic that Roger's jumping back in for 2013, hope he does another full US run! Roger's official facebook page has all the info. I'm pretty sure I could get away to visit family on the east coast to catch those shows...
Posted by: songsunderwater | Oct 18, 2012 at 01:03 PM