VP Records recording artist Capleton gears up to fire his brand of reggae music to the masses across the U.S., and is taking label mate Romain Virgo and dancehall star Munga Honorable as opening acts for his headlining U.S. tour. The legendary reggae star and Virgo, a rising singing sensation, both released new albums this year, and now they are taking those new sounds to the fans. (See tour dates below).
Capleton, known to fans as the “Fireman,” saw the release of his latest album, I-Ternal Fire, from VP Records in July 2010. Capleton is known for his fierce delivery of spiritual and socially-conscious lyrics, and this collection of work is no different. Comprising of 15 tracks, I-Ternal Fire offers the uncompromising declarations that have characterized Capleton’s lyrics for the past two decades.
Romain Virgo, the reigning singing sensation from Jamaica, saw the release of his self-titled debut album in June 2010, also on the VP imprint. The talented singer/songwriter rose to fame after winning the 2007 Digicel Rising Star competition in Jamaica. He provides smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics on this debut effort, in addition to penning all 15 songs.
Capleton and Romain Virgo are both available for interviews regarding their albums and tour. Please direct all press inquiries to the VP Records Publicity Department – Rhona Fox at 718-425-1151 or rhona.fox@vprecords.com.
Capleton/Romain Virgo/MungaU.S. Tour Dates
Wed. Sep. 22 | New Haven, CT | Toads Place |
Thu. Sep. 23 | Portland, ME | Asylum |
Fri. Sep. 24 | Revere, MA | Club Lido |
Sat. Sep. 25 | Jamaica, NY | Amazura |
Sun. Sep. 26 | Hartford, CT | West Indian Club |
Tue. Sep. 28 | New York, NY | B.B. Kings |
Wed. Sep. 29 | Providence | Lupos |
Fri. Oct. 1 | Norfolk, VA | Norva Theater |
Sat. Oct. 2 | Philadelphia, PA | Felton Supper Club |
Sun. Oct. 3 | Albany, NY | Armory |
Wed. Oct. 6 | Raleigh, NC | Lincoln Theater |
Thu. Oct. 7 | Covington, KY | Madison Theater |
Fri. Oct. 8 | Columbus, OH | Alrosa Villa |
Sat. Oct. 9 | Chicago, IL | Kenetic Playground |
Sun. Oct.10 | St. Louis, MO | The Mansion |
Tue. Oct.12 | Denver | Cervantis |
Thu. Oct.14 | Albuquerque | Sunshine Theater |
Fri. Oct.15 | Dallas, TX | Preet Pavilion |
Sat. Oct.16 | Houston, TX | Fitzgeralds |
Sun. Oct. 17 | Austin, TX | Flamingo Cantina |
Tue. Oct.19 | Nashville, TN | Bentley House of Soul |
Fri. Oct. 22 | Stone Mountain, GA | Club Intrigue |