Photo Credit: Larsen Sotelo
Today Day Wave releases his highly anticipated sophomore EP Hard To Read via Grand Jury, and to celebrate he announces a massive world tour, and shares footage from his debut TV performance on Last Call with Carson Daly. The “Headcase/Hard To Read World Tour” will include North American, European and Australian tour dates, and are in addition to Day Wave’s forthcoming SXSW debut, performances at Governor’s Ball, Shaky Knees, and more. See below to find a show near you. All North American and Australian dates are on-sale now, with European dates on sale next week – PRESS HERE to get yours.
PRESS HERE to watch “Drag” and HERE to watch “Stuck” on Last Call with Carson Daily.
Listen to “Hard To Read” on Spotify or HERE to listen via Apple Music.
Hard To Read is available for purchase now, packaged as a combined release with last year’s critically acclaimed Headcase EP. PRESS HERE to buy a CD or vinyl, and HERE to buy on iTunes.
Hard To Read was performed, produced, mixed and mastered by Day Wave directly to tape, and the result is a beautiful 5-track EP bursting with California sunshine. Packed with ethereal, lo-fi vocals, captivating hooks, and celestial guitars awash with subtle synths,
Day Wave builds an entrancing sonic milieu that makes him one of the most exciting up-and-comers today.
Headcase/Hard To Read World Tour Dates – (North American Dates in BOLD)
3/16/16 SXSW – Stubhub Showcase @ Bangers – 4 PM
3/16/16 SXSW – Jansport/VICE @ Cheer Up Charlie’s – 8:30 PM
3/17/16 SXSW – Another Planet / Noise Pop @ at Sidewinder – 1 PM
3/18/16 SXSW – Spotify House – 1:30 PM
3/19/16 SXSW – Crack in The Road x Hype Machine Showcase @ Hype Hotel – 1 PM
3/19/16 SXSW – Urban Outfitters @ UO – 3:00 PM
4/8/16 Brisbane, Australia @ The Tivoli – **SOLD OUT** ^
4/9/16 Sydney, Australia @ Enmore Theatre – **SOLD OUT** ^
4/15/16 Adelaide, Australia @ The Gov – **SOLD OUT** ^
4/16/16 Perth, Australia @ Astor Theatre ^
4/20/16 Melbourne, Australia @ 170 Russell ^
4/21/16 Melbourne, Australia @ 170 Russell – **SOLD OUT** ^
4/22/16 Melbourne, Australia @ 170 Russell – **SOLD OUT** ^
4/25/16 San Francisco, CA @ The Independent
4/28/16 Seattle, WA @ Barboza
4/29/16 Portland, OR @ Mississippi Studios
4/30/16 Vancouver, BC @ Cobalt
5/2/16 Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court
5/3/16 Denver, CO @ Lost Lake Lounge
5/4/16 Omaha, NE @ Slowdown
5/6/16 Minneapolis, MN @ 7th Street Entry
5/10/16 Pittsburgh, PA @ Club Cafe
5/11/16 Philadelphia, PA @ Boot & Saddle
5/12/16 Washington, DC @ DC9
5/14/16 Atlanta, GA @ Shaky Knees Fest
5/16/16 Dublin, Ireland @ The Workman’s Club
5/18/16 London, England @ Birthdays
5/21/16 Brighton, England @ Great Escape (DIY Stage)
5/22/16 Leeds, England @ Brudenell Social Club
5/24/16 Newscastle, England @ Think Tank
5/25/16 Glasgow, Scotland @ Broadcast
5/30/16 Paris, France @ Le Pop Up Du Label
6/1/16 Amsterdam, Holland @ Paradiso
6/3/16 Hamburg, Germany @ Prinzenbar
6/5/16 New York, NY @ Governor’s Ball
6/7/16 Boston, MA @ Great Scott
6/9/16 Toronto, ON @ Drake Underground
6/10/16 Detroit, MI @ Pike Room at Crofoot
6/13/16 Dallas, TX @ Cambridge Room (HOB)
6/14/16 Austin, TX @ Sidewinder (Former Red 7) Inside
6/17/16 Los Angeles, CA @ The Echo
^ w/ Gang of Youths