In support of the release of their first new album in 18 years, The Jesus and Mary Chain have announced a 9-date North American tour this May. The album, Damage and Joy, will be released on digital, CD, vinyl and cassette on March 24 via ADA/Warner Music.
Beginning on May 9 in St. Paul, Minn., and concluding on May 24 in Vancouver, B.C., the itinerary includes seven U.S. concerts and two in Canada. Ticket sale information is available via the band’s website.
Damage and Joy, is produced by Killing Joke’s Youth, and is the JAMC’s first LP since 1998’s Munki.
See full dates below.
The Jesus and Mary Chain North American tour dates:
May 9: The Palace, St. Paul, MN
May 10: Riviera, Chicago, IL
May 12: Massey Hall, Toronto, ON
May 14: Brooklyn Steel, Brooklyn, NY
May 19: The Wiltern, Los Angeles, CA
May 20: The Fox Theater, Oakland, CA
May 22: Crystal Ballroom, Portland, OR
May 23: Showbox SoDo, Seattle, WA
May 24: Vogue Theatre, Vancouver, BC
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