ASIA - The Heat of the Moment Tour 2024
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- The Heat Of The Moment Tour Featuring Rock Legends Asia, Focus, Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash, Curved Air and MC’d by Artist Roger Dean - Summer 2024
Asia is absolutely delighted to announce The Heat of The Moment Tour, headlined by Asia and also featuring Focus, Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash and Curved Air and MC’d by artist Roger Dean.
The tour will commence on 3rd July 2024 and will incorporate 21 dates across the USA and Canada.
The tour has been masterminded by rock music keyboard legend and original Asia member, Geoff Downes (Buggles, Asia, Yes).
Asia was the biggest selling album of 1982, number 1 on Billboard for 9 weeks and pioneers of the MTV era! Downes’ brand new iteration of Asia first began to evolve last Summer, at the concert held in memory of late lead singer, songwriter and bassist, John Wetton (King Crimson, Roxy Music, Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash, UK, Asia, John Wetton Band, Icon). Downes invited old friend John Mitchell (It Bites, Frost*, Lonely Robot, Kino, John Wetton Band, Icon) and new-comer Harry Whitley to join him on stage to celebrate Wetton’s life by performing some of the classic Asia hits. Such was the uproarious reception to their set, that Downes wondered if something magical was beginning to take shape.
“And so it was that the John Wetton tribute last August really reminded me how much Asia’s music belongs on the stage. The response to it all was literally…spine-tingling.”
Downes’ new-look Asia will once again feature Mitchell on guitars and Whitley on lead vocal and bass. The quartet will be made complete by the addition of Virgil Donati (UK, Southern Sons, Steve Vai, Allan Holdsworth) on drums.
Downes continues, “With the addition of Virgil Donati & John Mitchell, two of the finest musicians in the world in their respective classes, this is almost going full circle bearing in mind their previous close collaborations with John W. Completing this circle is also the amazing Harry Whitley who absolutely floored the audience with his incredible vocal interpretation of the Asia songs that John W and I so lovingly wrote over the years.”
The tour will also feature sets from other classic acts, Focus, Martin Turner ex Wishbone Ash and Curved Air. All three support acts boast their founder bandleaders and have deservedly attained the status of legend.
Each performance on the tour will be MC’d by legendary artist Roger Dean. For so many, Dean’s artwork is synonymous with the music of the time and stands to represent the very best of British rock music.
The final word goes to Geoff Downes, “I am convinced that John (Wetton’s) spirit is with us as we set out on this new adventure. After all, it is the Year of the Dragon - just as it was in 1982, when we released our first Asia album. It’s as though it was meant to be. Looking forward to seeing you there, my friends - bring it on!”
Heat Of The Moment 2024 Tour Dates:
Wednesday, July 3: Ridgefield Playhouse, Ridgefield, CT
Thursday, July 4: Fallsview Casino, Niagara Falls, ON
Saturday, July 6: Chevalier Theatre, Medford, MA
Sunday, July 7: The Paramount, Huntingdon, NY
Tuesday, July 9: Bergen Performing Arts Center, Englewood, NJ
Wednesday, July 10: Count Basie Center, Red Bank, NJ
Friday, July 12: Tropicana Showroom, Atlantic City, NJ
Saturday, July 13: Wind Creek Event Center, Bethlehem, PA
Sunday, July 14: American Music Theatre, Lancaster, PA
Tuesday, July 16: Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, Spartanburg, SC
Wednesday, July 17: Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, TN
Thursday, July 18: Columbia County Performing Arts Center, Evans, GA
Saturday, July 20: Hard Rock Live, Orlando, FL
Sunday, July 21: Pompano Beach Amphitheater, Pompano Beach, FL
Monday, July 22: Seminole Hard Rock, Tampa, FL
Wednesday, July 24: North Charleston PAC, North Charleston, SC
Thursday, July 25: Macon City Auditorium, Macon, GA
Friday, July 26: Saenger Theatre, Mobile, AL
Sunday, July 28: VBC Mark Smith Concert Hall, Huntsville, AL
Tuesday, July 30: The Arcada Theatre, St Charles, IL
Wednesday, July 31: The Pabst Theater, Milwaukee, WI
ASIA
Geoffrey Downes - Keyboards, Vocals
John Mitchell - Guitars, Vocals
Harry Whitley - Bass Guitar, Lead Vocal
Virgil Donati - Drums
FOCUS
Thijs van Leer - Hammond Organ, Flute, Vocals
Menno Gootjes - Guitars
Udo Pannekeet - Bass Guitar
Pierre van der Linden - Drums
MARTIN TURNER ex Wishbone Ash
Martin Turner - Bass guitar,Vocals
Danny Willson - Guitars, Vocals
Misha Nikolic - Guitars, Vocals
Sonny Flint - Drums
CURVED AIR
Sonja Kristina - Vocals
Kirby Gregory - Guitars
Grzegorz Gadziomski - Violin
Harry how good does that sound Harry Whitley of Asia !! How the world has changed for you ! Awesome 🙏🎶
Harry, I'm so happy you are the new voice of ASIA. I miss John Wetton, but it is just fantastic that they found you - you are going to do awesome. I only wish you guys were coming to Vancouver!
Wow! Usually the constant Asia re-jigs do my head in, but you’ve certainly got the voice for it! Hope to see you in the UK
Harry - just saw you with the rest of Asia last night in Mobile, Alabama. You were GREAT! I loved it! I really miss John Wetton, but you truly honored him with your spot-on vocals and energetic performance. Thanks so much for being awesome! Rock on!!
Good for you harry you are awesome so happy tour xx❤
We saw the concert last night in Tampa.
I loved it and your voice is wonderful,
See you all in a couple of days in Lancaster, PA! I'm so excited. It will be a great show!
Very happy for you! Congratulations
I had the pleasure of seeing you perform with the group in Orlando last night. I enjoyed it so much I just booked a ticket (and a room) to see you again Monday night in Tampa. Just a great job representing the legacy of JW - you did an absolutely amazing job!
Harry, you are the real deal. Never thought ASIA would be going anywhere since John has gone. But your musical talent plus the tone of your voice is a perfect match. Not surprised that Geoff reached out.
I love what you do with the ASIA tunes whether in your studio or during live shows. You have it, man.
Should you be returning to do some studio takes - how about giving a shot with some ICON tunes: I would love listen to your version of "Paradox / Let me go"
Anyway - keep it up thanks for giving me joy listening
Please come to California!
Harry you have a fantastic voice !!!!! you just gave Asia new life. It sounds like the original Asia. It's what the band needed to carry on. Hope to see you some day in Europe.
Hope to see you in the UK - and with some new material too - good luck!
I've always considered myself a big fan of Asia, and that was mainly due to John Wetton. I'd always admired his beautiful, powerful voice, amazing bass, and excellent song writing, no matter who he was with. I was devastated by the loss. When my wife informed me that Asia would be playing nearby in Ft. Lauderdale FL, I must admit I was not really keen on going to see them. As much as I love the music, I couldn't bear to see anyone else on lead vocals. I felt it would be too painful, and just wouldn't be "right". However, the more I thought about it, I realized that I NEEDED to go. I needed to be there to pay tribute to the band and songs and the legacy of John Wetton. I did no research on the recent happenings of the band. We simply purchased our tickets, headed to the event, and were prepared to pay tribute and in a strange way, have closure. Well, let me tell you, we were completely blown away!! I do not know who you are or where you came from (but now am learning!), but you are INCREDIBLE! Not only do you naturally sound like Mr. Wetton, you have enough of your own powerful voice, musicianship and personality on stage to distinguish yourself from anyone I've ever seen. I know you will have an outstanding career, whichever way you choose to go. Of course, I'm hoping and praying you have found a home with Asia, and that your presence will lead them to do great things. I am now curious about your song writing talents, and hoping they will also be shining through in the near future! I apologize for the lengthy post, but I needed to share this and thank you for your outstanding performance that has really made my day! Dennis
I'll see you, next month in Macon, Ga. Great job and God bless you, Man!
Hey Harry I typed in Asia 2024 to see if I would stick around after my heroes Focus played in NY. I didn’t have high hopes until I heard your voice! You seem to have a great spirit about you. Good luck I’ll be there!
I have my ticket! See you in New York!
Congrats Mate! I only recently found your videos and you sir are Awesome!
I am so happy and proud of your accomplishment. Have an awesome tour!
You are a gifted man Harry.
🎉❤🎉❤Very Happy for you Harry!!!
Absolutely love your voice you are amazing ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
i like your voice looking forward for a new matirial
Brilliant news Harry xx
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Excellent Harry😀 you need to make a Wikipedia page now to link to Asia😀😀
Amazing show last night in Englewood! So many memories!
Fantastic......
Sounds just like John Wetton
THIS IS SOOOO AWESOME! See you in Boston, Harry!
John Wetton reincarnation ❤
This is great.. looking forward to seeing you in Asia live in the Boston MA area on July 6 👍
You sound fantastic Harry. My only complaint is that Asia is not coming to San Diego
Hopefully they will play the UK
OMG this is my 1st time hearing Harry! I’m hooked, John would definitely approve.
Great stuff..!
I have a ticket. I am going to the Niagara Falls, Ontario show. I am looking forward to it!
Wow! You definitely sound like John! Will you be with Asia at the show in California in September?
Wow!!
Great stuff ! Shame it's only in NA though. You deserve this recognition for sure
Top man harry stay safe xx
- The tour will be really awesome. What do you reckon ?
- Only time will tell ...
Harry was this John's original Zon Legacy Elite?
Come to México!!!
What happened to the Macon, Ga show?!
Obviously you're a great musician...congrats. What I can't understand is why all the rockers dress up like tropical groups...its weird for me to see Ian Gillan or Steve Lukather just to mention two, with those coloured shirts ...
Oh, you're in Asia? Embarrassing, just watching your videos, which popped up on my feed, for the past month or 2 and saying.....this guy plays these covers pretty damn well. And in a van! Well, now I know! Guess I've been 80s Asia