Archival News

Archival News

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22.8.11
Another California Date Added

One final California show has been added to the Building An Ark Tour before the band heads to Hawaii---September 7 at 19 Broadway in Fairfax, with Kevin Kinsella opening up. More information and ticketing can be found at the live page.

 

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16.8.11
Building An Ark // West Coast Tour

Tomorrow night, the Building An Ark West Coast Tour 2011 begins with a special tribute show for the prophet Marcus Garvey's 124th birthday, to be held at The Catalyst in Santa Cruz, CA. After that, the tour continues on to Southern California, then to Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Washington, Oregon, Northern California and finishes up in Hawaii.

Many of these shows will feature special guests, as well as some brand new, yet-to-be-heard material from the forthcoming studio album. These will most likely be the band's only West Coast dates in 2011-----so spread the word, Groundation is coming.
 

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27.7.11

Hawaii Dates Announced!!

We are very happy to announce Hawaii dates to close out the upcoming US Building An Ark tour for September. With one show at Aloha Tower on Oahu and another at Kona Bowl on Big Island---and with special guests that include Ooklah the Moc, Dubkonscious and Guidance----these shows will be epic.

More information, including ticketing links, can be found at the live page. Mahalo and looking forward...
 

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22.6.11
Pacific Northwest News

For those of you in the Pacific Northwest, a special screening of the Groundation-family documentary "Holding On To Jah" will be held at the 7th Annual Northwest World & Reggae Festival in Marcola, Oregon August 12-14. Director Roger Hall will be on hand for discussions about the film and to meet and greet the crusters.

ALSO-----the planned Horning's Hideout performance on September 2 has been moved back to the city, to the Wonder Ballroom in Portland. All tickets for Cheeba Fest will be refunded and tickets for the Wonder show go on sale next Wednesday. A complete up to date listing of the "Building An Ark" tour dates can be found at our live page.
 

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19.7.11
"Gathering of the Elders" US Release Today!!

Groundation's first-ever compilation album, featuring Apple Gabriel, Don Carlos, Ijahman Levi, The Congos & Pablo Moses is now available at all quality record stores in the USA, as well as in our store. Check out this piece of Groundation history...

 

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12.7.11
July World Tour

Today we depart for a unique one-week world tour. On Thursday the 14th we will headline Casablanca Festival in Morocco, then head to Dour, Belgium for a very spoecial two-night run at the 23rd annual Dour Fest, finally we head back stateside for the only scheduled East Coast show for 2011, at the beautiful Hiro Ballroom in New York City.
 

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3.7.11
Classic "Lion / Young Tree" Shirts Are Back

Following numerous requests from the people, we are happy to make available again the classic longtime Groundation collaborator Giovanni Maki-designed Groundation Lion shirts. They can be found at the Groundation store and at the merch table at an upcoming show in your area.
 

 

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21.6.11
Gathering of the Elders Online Release!

The first ever Groundation compilation album "Gathering of the Elders" is now available online through the Groundation Store, Amazon and ITunes. This collection of tracks reveals the depth of connection between Groundation and the Elders of Roots Reggae......truly, a special album.
 

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13.6.11
Europe Bob Tour---Thank You

We would like to send a big thank you to the Music Action crew and all of the promoters and fans that help make the 2011 Bob Marley Tribute Tour the most successful Groundation tribute tour to date. A big thanks to Leroy "Horsemouth" Wallace for subbing in for Te Kanawa Haereiti after his car accident. Get better TK!!
 

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31.5.11
Gathering of the Elders

2011 will be remembered, among other things, as the year of the Groundation releases....besides Harrison's solo project "Madness" and the pending full length Groundation studio album due out later this year, we would like to offer to our fans another big album for 2011.

"Gathering of the Elders" is a compilation of some of the highlights of the special guests that have appeared on our albums over the years. The heaviest tracks feturing Ijahman Levi, Apple Gabriel, Don Carlos, Pablo Moses, Cedric Myton & The Congos make up this very unique album, which also includes never before released reasonings with the artists themselves.
 

Street release date is July 17, stay tuned for more details coming soon....

 

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25.4.11
Marcus Garvey Birthday Celebration

Groundation is proud to present the Marcus Gavrey Birthday Celebration, to be held August 17 at The Catalyst in Santa Cruz, CA. Special guests include Bambu Station and Kevin Kinsella, with still more guests TBA---more information can be found on the live page.

This event is a tribute to the spark, the ignitor of the African diaspora consciousness. Do you remember Marcus Garvey?
 

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17.5.11
"Madness" Released Today

The long awaited solo album "Madness" from Groundation frontman Harrison "Professor" Stafford has now been officially released worldwide. You can find a copy at your local independent record store, or by visiting the Groundation store, where it is being offered for a special introductory price.

With all that is now happening and with all of the problems currently manifesting in the region, this album once again puts music front and center as a means of giving people the strength and understanding to bring about a solution.

 

 

 

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6.5.11
Building An Ark -- West Coast Tour Dates Announced!

We are proud to announce the first leg of our massive Building An Ark // World Tour 2011 -- in support of Groundation's new full length studio album due out in the Fall.

The first dates of the tour will be part of the only US tour dates for 2011---California, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Utah, Washington & Oregon will all see shows; with highlights including the band's first ever appearance at Red Rocks Ampitheatre in Morisson, CO, as well as some multi-night runs and Hawaii dates still to be announced.

More information, including ticketing links, can be found on the live page. Looking forward!

 

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28.4.11
NYC Date Announced!

East Coast! We have heard your pleas and are coming....on July 21 Groundation will headline the East River Reggae Fest at Pier Garden on the Manhattan waterfront in New York City.

This is the only East Coast concert on the schedule for 2011, so get your tickets early. Stay tuned for announcements on special guests still to be announced---more information on the live page.  

 

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25.4.11
South American Tour Wrap Up

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the people who came out to support Groundation on this recently completed South American tour. Special thanks goes to Rafa & Israel at Inter-Shows, Steel Pulse & the Rebelution crew who made this tour one of the best yet.

Stay tuned for plans on another South American tour in the works...

 

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21.4.11
July Dates Added in Morocco, Belgium

It has been far too long, but Groundation is now confirmed and set to return to Africa, with a headlining appearance at Festival de Casablanca in Morocco. Also added, two nights at Dour Festival in Belgium---one night a Tribute to Bob Marley, the next a full set of Groundation's original music.

Updated dates can be found at the live page; stay tuned as more July dates are coming soon, including what will most likely be Groundation's only East Coast USA play in 2011.

 

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13.4.11
Madness Now Available for Pre-Release

The side project "Madness" from Groundation frontman Harrison Stafford, aka Professor, is now available for pre-release ordering in the store.

For our friends in Europe, Soul Beats has made available a special limited edition pre-order package that can be found at Groundation.fr.

Stay tuned, as dates for the Professor "Madness" summer tour are coming soon... 

 

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2.4.11
Reunion Islands Show Canceled

 

We regrettfully wish to inform our friends and fans on the Reunion Islands that our scheduled concert there in June has been canceled. We have always greatly enjoyed our many times on the islands and are very much looking forward to our return. 

Our sincere apologies---but we are looking forward to seeing you all again soon.

 

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30.3.11
Holding On To Jah Merchandise

New t-shirts from the Holding On To Jah documentary, produced by Groundation frontman Harrison Stafford, have been released and can be found in the Groundation store.

 

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15.3.11
Brasil Dates Added

 

Concerts in Vitória, Natal & Porto Alegre have just been added to the pending South American tour. Check out the live page for more information and keep your eyes open for more shows coming soon. 

 

 

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5.3.11
More South American Dates Added

More dates in Brasil have been added to the South American tour in April. Joining us on these shows will be special guests, who will be announced very soon.

An up to the minute listing of dates can be found on the live page. Stay tuned, more South Amercian dates coming soon...

 

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24.2.11
Aotearoa Earthquake

We would like to send our love and support to our friends and family in New Zealand who have been affected by the second major earthquake in the last 6 months. We were unable to perform our planned Novemeber concert on the South Island in Christchurch due to the September quake, only to hear they are once again the victims of a major natural disaster.

We are thinking of you and sending positive music out over the oceans, hoping that it may be a comfort to you all in this time of tribulation. From all of the Groundation family across the world---we are with you and hope to be walking on your beautiful shores once again soon...

 

 

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21.2.11
South American Dates Announced!!
 

The first dates for the upcoming South American tour in April have been posted and can be viewed at our live page -- including dates with special guests Steel Pulse.

More dates coming soon...

 

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16.2.11
Groundation in Studio

The next full-length Groundation album is now officially recorded. Big thanks to Jim Fox & Praire Sun Studio in Sonoma County, California. "The sessions have been great, the band is working hard, and we are excited about this new music." Now comes the mixing and overdubs at Lion & Fox Studios in Washington DC.

Stay tuned, new album coming soon...

 

 

 

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12.2.11
Holding on to Jah

The much-anticipated documentary film on the history of the Rastafari
movement, Jamaica and Reggae music was met with great success
in 2010, appearing at film festivals in Turkey, Holland, Finland, Australia,
Washington DC, and Israel. It is a unique story of redemption and true
liberation from the bonds of colonialism and racial injustice. The film is
still in it's pre-release, but look for it at special screenings at Reggae
festivals in Summer 2011, while director Roger Hall and Producer Harrison
Stafford are finalizing the licensing for the film's commercial release.

 

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7.2.11
Bob Marley Tribute // World Tour 2011

The first dates for the massive Groundation Tribute to the musical prophet Robert Nesta Marley have been announced. Dates include stops in Portugal, Greece, Switzerland, Germany, Belgium, France & The Reunion Islands.

Check out the live page for a listing of dates and stay tuned, more dates to come!
 

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14.1.11
2011

The new year starts off with the band in the studio working on their next full length studio album, due out in late Summer/early Fall 2011. In the meantime, look for a compilation album featuring the "best of" sessions over the years with the legends that have appeared on Groundation's albums; also coming soon is the solo project from frontman Harrison Stafford entitled "Madness," written about his travels through the West Bank and Israel.

After an extended break, the band picks back up on the road in April in South America, then heads out to Europe in May for their annual Bob Marley Tribute Tour---the first ever overseas. Dates for both tours and more coming soon....As always, sign up for the Groundation newsletter at the top left of the home page to stay tuned in to all of the latest tour and new album release news.

Looking forward to sharing 2011 with you all.

 

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13.12.10
Last Concert of 2010

The last four shows of 2010 turned out to be a great way to end the year on a high note. Max Romeo, Don Carlos, SOJA and others all joined Groundation for some huge shows in Brazil -- the last shows of 2010 for Groundation.

And 2011 will start with concerts in South America -- Argentina, Brazil, etc. -- in April. Stay tuned and thanks to all those that made 2010 such an amazing year on the road.

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22.11.10
A Big Thanks... 

To all of the people who came out and supported our first ever Oceania tour. A special Arohanui to the Australian and New Zealand crews that opened up their lives to share with us the beauty and history of the people and landscape of Oceania.

We now take a short time off before we head south to Brazil for four big shows. Happy Thanksgiving everyone...

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24.10.10

Oceania Dates Changed

Two of the dates on the upcoming Fall 2010 Oceania Tour have been changed. Due to the earthquake in Christchurch, the show scheduled there for Al's Bar has been canceled. Also, the November 7 concert scheduled for Sol Bar in Sunshine Coast, Australia has been changed to The Envy Bar in Maroochydore, Australia. We apologize for any conveneince thse changes may have caused.

A complete listing of current Oceania Tour dates can be found at the live page. Stradbroke Island Festival in Australia....see you soon.
 

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19.10.10
South American Tour Announced!!

We are very excited to announce our return to South America in December 2010. Dates will include stops in Brazil and Argentina and come very special shows with SOJA, Don Carlos & Max Romeo. More information can be had at our live page and stay tuned, more dates coming soon...
 

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10.10.10
Groundation Street Art

A big thanks to French graffiti artist Sun*C for sending us these shots of his work from Brooklyn -- Morgan stop - L train.

If you have your own Groundation inspired art, in whatever form it may take, pass it on. We always love seeing the words of Groundation manifested into this reality through creative forces.

Thanks again to Sun*C and Yogev...see you next time in Paris.

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20.9.10
Jason Robinson Albums Released

Longtime Groundation saxophonist Jason Robinson releases three albums this Fall;
each album is uniquely different and offers exciting glimpses into his jazz
and electronic music. 

"The Two Faces of Janus" (Cuneiform Records) captures
Robinson's latest work with New York collaborators Drew Gress, Liberty
Ellman, Rudresh Mahanthappa, Marty Ehrlich and George Schuller, all leading
figures in creative music.  Inspired by the blues of Duke Ellington,
"Cerulean Landscape" (Clean Feed Records) showcases Robinson's duo with
acclaimed pianist and composer Anthony Davis.  And "Cerberus Reigning," the
second in a trilogy of solo saxophone records, showcases Robinson's
electronic music and offers a journey into a mythological science fiction
sound world. 

Robinson has been described by JazzTimes as "a potent
improviser" and the Los Angeles Times as "wildly spontaneous." More information can be
found here; support progressive conscious music in all of its forms!

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07.9.10
Oceania Dates Added

Additional dates for the Groundation Fall 2010 Oceania Tour have been posted. They include stops in Brisbane, Sydney, the Stradbroke Island Festival and many more.

For a complete listing of the dates check out the live page. Stay tuned for more to come...

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05.9.10
Big Thanks to DR Crew

The whole Groundation family would like to extend our warmest appreciations to the Avakian family, Soulibre and all of the good people in the Dominican Republic who made our visit something to remember.

You can check out a video made of the visit here; we are already looking forward to our return...

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01.9.10
New Zealand & Australia Dates Added!

We are very excited to announce our first ever dates in New Zealand and Australia, scheduled for this November. Besides the obvious desire to tour in such a beautiful part of the world, to audiences famously addicted to Reggae, this tour holds special significance as it is a return to the homeland of drummer Te Kanawa Haereiti.

Might be time to start looking for some airfare.....full list of dates can be found on the live page.

 

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22.8.10
Puerto Rico/East Coast

A big thanks to the thousands that came out in San Juan, Puerto Rico last night and especially to the SOJA crew who came out for the "Exodus" encore.

Now begins the three night NE run, with two riverboat shows in Boston and New York and a second night in NYC at Sullivan Hall. Afterwards, the tour continues down to Florida, then on to Dominican Republic.

For a complete listing of dates, check the live page. If you have seen Groundation 50 times or never before, the time is now....
 

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12.8.10
Groundation Family Expands

We would like to formally welcome to the Groundation family Kim Pommell's twin daughter and son, who were born recently. Undoubtedly, these two will grow up in the music and community of Groundation, with an amazing mother and a dedicated team of aunts and uncles.

Congratulations Kim!!
 

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28.7.10
Second Night in New York

Due to popular demand, a second night has been added in New York. Travelers from as far away as Montreal, Vermont and Illinois are coming in for these shows and we look forward to being back in New York with friends and family.

Ticketing and more information can be had on our live page.
 

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23.7.10
Tampa Show Added

Another Florida date has been added; it will be August 31 at Skipper's in Tampa Bay. Tickets are now on sale for all Florida dates, including the Blackwater Music Festival.

For a complete listing of all of the Florida dates, as well as ticketing links, go to the live page.
 

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20.7.10
Puerto Rico Show On Sale

Tickets for the August 21 concert at the Tito Puente Ampitheatre in San Juan, Puerto Rico featuring special guest Soja is now on sale.

Tickets can be had here.

It has been five years since Groundation has been to the beautiful island of Puerto Rico and we are greatly looking forward to our return...

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12.7.10
RIP Sugar Minott

Another legend has moved on from this plane to the next. Dancehall pioneer Sugar Minott passed away on July 10. The whole Groundation community wishes to express our sincerest condolences to the Minott family.

 

A Holding On To Jah tribute to Sugar Minott can be found here.

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5.7.10
Summer Break

The first half of the Groundation 2010 Summer World Tour, featuring stops in France, Greece, Portugal, Spain and Holland has come to a close. Early August sees part two and a week of shows across France.

These few weeks of time off is being dedicated to completion of Dub Wars Vol. II and work on the next full length studio album. Looking forward...

 

 

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26.6.10
Florida Shows Added

We are happy to announce that we will be back in Florida at the end of August. The first show added will be August 27 in Orlando. More shows in Florida at the end of August coming soon...
 

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20.6.10
August World Tour Shortened

Unfortunately, the Israel, Germany and Denmark shows we had scheduled for August have been canceled. For the most up to date listing of Groundation summer tour dates check out our live page.

 

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09.6.10
Munich Show Added

The August 14 concert Germany will be held at Muffatwerk in Munich. This will most likely be the only Groundation concert in Germany this summer. As such, there are already confirmed travelers from across the country making the trek for the show.

Ticketing and more information can be had at the live page.
 

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03.6.10
Greece Venue Announced

The venue for our upcoming July 1st show in Thessaloniki, Greece has been announced, as well as a very special guest. Longtime Groundation collaborater Don Carlos will join us on stage at Mylos Babylonia for Rastavibe's 1st Annual Reggae Fest.

More information on tickets and location can be had at our live page. As always, we greatly look forward to our return to the land of revolution: Greece.

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25.5.10
FUZION 2010 Tour Finale

This Thursday night will be the FUZION 2010 Tour finale at The Roxy in Los Angeles. This tour, featuring our good friends Orgone, has been one of true musical innovation and we are very happy to have had it work out so well and what better place to wrap it up than in Orgone's hometown at the historic Roxy. Some tickets are still available and can be found here.

The Roxy show is all ages, and will most likely be Groundation's only SoCal show for the rest of 2010. Already we have heard from friends from as far away as San Diego and Sa Luis Obispo who are coming down for the LA show and we hope to see you all there too.
 

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20.5.10
Kaua'i Venue Change

Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have been regrettfully put in a position by local authorities where the venue for our upcoming Kaua'i show must be changed. But, the show must and will go on.

The Lava Lounge in Kapaa will be the replacment venue for Saturday night's show and all tickets already purchased for the Taro Patch show will still be honored. Be forewarned: the Lava Lounge is a small and intimate space, so get there early before the show sells out.

Come join Groundation for a special evening of music, in an intimate setting, on the East shore of Kaua'i...
 

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17.5.10
Boston Boat Show Added!

We have confirmed the long rumoured Boston boat show for August 23. Opening will be long-time Groundation collaboraters and Boston natives iLa Mawana.

Like the NYC boat show on the 24th, this is a very limited capacity engagement, so pre-sale tickets are highly recommended. More information can be had at our live page.

 

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10.5.10
Groundation Featured on Benefit Album

We are proud to annouce that Groundation's song "Smile," off of the album "We Free Again," is featured on Surfing Medicine International's benefit album "Surfing Medicine: Volume 2." The album also features songs from Toubab Krewe, Digable Planets, Sublime, Pharcyde, John Butler Trio, Slightly Stoopied, John Brown's Body & Burning Spear.

The album is out now and can be found on Amazon. Proceeds from the album go to support  the development of sustainable medicinal plant systems and the preservation of indigenous healing practices in Africa, Jamaica and Haiti.

Support the music and organizations that protect and foster sustainable and indigenous knowledge.

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04.5.10
FUZION 2010 TOUR Starts Today

Groundation's FUZION 2010 TOUR, featuring Orgone, starts today with a hometown show at The Mystic Theatre in Petaluma, Sonoma County, California. With stops in Oregon, Washington, Utah, Nevada, California and Hawaii, the FUZION 2010 TOUR is simply not to be missed.

From the tour press release...

The world is rapidly becoming a smaller place. Music reflects this reality by crossing lines
and barriers, blending separate styles and tastes into wholly new concoctions. These new
forms of expression are critical for both increasing our understanding of different cultures
and realities, as well as just blowing off steam. The FUZION 2010 TOUR is a showcase
of two bands leading a new movement with music as the weapon and progress as the goal.

Check the live page for dates near you. Spread the word...Groundation is coming.
 

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27.4.10
Summer Dates Announced!!

The initial dates for Groundation's upcoming 2010 World Summer Tour have been posted to our live page. With stops in familiar lands such as France, Greece, The Netherlands, Germany & Israel, as well as stops in new locations such as Spain and Denmark, this World Tour will be one to remember.

We often receive messages from people who want to see Groundation in their homeland. The best way to get Groundation to your area is to contact your local festivals, promoters, venues and let them know Groundation's time has come. We will invariably end up where the people want us most and look forward to the opportunity.

Many more dates are coming soon, so stay tuned....

 

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17.4.10
Holding On To Jah US Premier

The United States film festival debut of the documentaty Holding On To Jah, produced by Groundation front man Harrison Stafford, will be  at the DC Film Fest, in Washington DC. With screenings on both April 19 & 20, this will be the US public's first glance at this amazing and innovative film. Director Roger Hall will be on hand to answer questions and talk further with viewers.

Highly recommended....

 

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10.4.10
Kauai Show Added

The last show of our upcoming Hawaii tour has been added. On May 22 we will be performing at one of the most beautiful music venues in all of the Hawaiian Islands -- The Taro Patch in Anahola, Kauai. Tickets go on sale soon and more information is on the live page.
 

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08.4.10
New York City - Riverboat Show

Groundation will only be returning to the Eastern Shores of the United States one more time before 2011, so we decided to do it in style. On August 24 Groundation will perform on The Jewel, a riverboat on the East River. Going under all three major bridges and circling the statue of liberty twice, this limited capacity concert will be a very unique and memorable event.

More information can be had via our live page; pre-sale tickets are highly recommended as they expect this show to sell out fast. Rumours are a Boston riverboat show might be in the works as well...

 

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04.4.10
Puerto Rico Date

It has been five years since Groundation played Puerto Rico, but it seems it may have been worth the wait. On August 21 Groundation will be performing in San Juan at the Tito Puente Ampitheatre with special guests Soja. More information on our live page, tickets go on sale soon.

 

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30.3.10
New Website Up

After a long wait, we are stoked to have our new website up (open source!). Besides providing a smoother and cleaner site for you all to navigate, this also means our messageboard is back up, new and improved; login on the forum page to be able to make new posts. Any comments about the new site can be forwarded to pr@groundation.com.

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23.3.10

South American Tour Complete

Groundation would like to send out a big thanks to the whole Inter-Shows crew and all of the people who came out to support our recently completed tour of Argentina and Brazil. It is truly an inspiring thing to see thousands upon thousands of fans come out every night and celebrate life through the music. 

We already look forward to our return next year to South America. The energy and people...there is no place like it on Earth.

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21.3.10
Hawaii Shows Announced

The dates for our upcoming three night tour of Hawaii have been posted. They include shows on Kauai, Maui and the big one at Pipeline Cafe on Oahu. Tickets are going on sale soon and more information is available on the live page.

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15.3.10
FUZION 2010 Tour - More Dates Added

We have added more dates to the upcoming FUZION 2010 West Coast Tour in May, including our Portland, Oregon show, as well as a special opening slot for Steel Pulse in Pozo, California.

For more information, consult our live page.

As always, if you are interested in joining our street team in any of the cities on our upcoming tours, just contact pr@Groundation.com. We are only what you all allow us to become, so spread the word: Groundation is coming...

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10.3.10
Special Guest Addition

We are happy to announce that master Kora player Youssoupha Sidibe will be joining the bill for The Catalyst show on May 15, which is part of our upcoming FUZION 2010 West Coast tour, featuring Orgone.

Tickets for this show just went on sale. More information can be had at our live page.

 

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08.3.10
New Diesel Post

The prolific blogger David Chachere has a new Diesel Diaries up. The latest installment covers Groundation's show in Rio, as well as Sizzla Kolanji's dubious distinction of recently performing a birthday concert for Robert Mugabe, of Zimbabwe. 

As always your comments are appreciated....

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06.3.10
Another Rio Date Added

Last night's show in Rio was an overflowing sell-out. As such, we have added another Rio date, this one on the 19th and featuring Israel Vibration. So good to be back in South America.

For a complete listing of our upcoming South American dates, check out our live page.

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04.3.10
New Diesel Post

The newest installment of Groundation's trumpeter David "Diesel" Chachere blog is now up. Covering the second half of the Bob Marley Tribute tour, this Diesel Diary post also goes into the terrible news of the passing of close members of the Groundation family.

 

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02.3.10
Groundation in South America

Groundation's plane arrives today in Rio de Janeiro, officially beginning our 2010 South American tour. First show is tomorrow night, openeing up in Vitoria. A full list of dates, including which shows will feature Israel Vibration, is on the live page.

It has been one year since we have last been to our home in th South and we are very much looking forward to our return. Brazil and Argentina, we are ready....are you?

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27.2.10
Desert Rocks Music Festival/San Francisco Dates Added

Groundation will be headlining the Desert Rocks Music Festival in Moab, Utah on May 29, the final show on our May West Coast Tour. Also included on that tour will be two nights at The Independent in San Francisco, with special guests Orgone opening up.

More information can be had on our live page; more dates, including Maui and Portland, coming soon.

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24.2.10
10th Annual Bob Marley Tribute Tour Complete

We want to thank the Groundation road crew, the venues, promoters, street teamers and all the thousands of people who came out to support us on this Ten Year Anniversary of our annual Bob Tribute tour. The tour closer was especially memorable, as we were able to spend a night with family and friends at home in San Francisco .

Rumours are already swirling of the Bob Tribute tour heading overseas next year. Stay tuned as more information will be coming soon...

 

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17.2.10
New Diesel Diaries Post

"Diesel" David Chachere has added a new post to his long running Diesel Diaries. His first from the ongoing 10th Annual Bob Marley Tribute Tour, the fresh post talks about the new Groundation US road crew, Snow-pacalypse 2010 and the intricacies of King Cake. As always, your comments and feedback are welcome.

 

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15.2.10
May West Coast Tour Announced

We are very happy to announce our next West Coast tour taking place in May. This tour will take us through California, Oregon, Washington, Utah, Nevada & Hawaii, including two night runs in Solana Beach and San Francisco.. 

On most of these dates Groundation will be joined onstage by one of California's hottest up and coming acts Orgone. Inital dates are posted on our live page, with more dates coming soon.

 

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08.2.10
More South American Dates Added

We are happy to announce more Brazil and Argentina dates have been added to our upcoming South American tour. Included are two nights in Buenos Aires, Argentina, more Brazil dates in Florianópolis & Brasília and another date with Groundation co-headlining with Israel Vibration. More information can be had at our live page.

 

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05.2.10
Holding On To Jah Premier

The premier screening of the new documentary Holding On To Jah, produced by Groundation frontman Harrison Stafford, will be at the !F Fetsival in Istanbul, Turkey. Presented as part of the "Life in Sound" collection HOTJ will be shown on the 11th, 14th & 18th of this month.

More information on future film festival appearances and screenings coming soon...

 

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03.2.10
Condolences to the Haereiti Family

The entire Groundation community wishes to send our deepest condolences to the Haereiti family, who lost their matriarch suddenly on February 1. Although music sometimes pales against the hard realities of life and death, it too can also serve as a beacon of light and hope for the future. 

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30.1.10
Bob Tour Set To Commence

Rehearsals continue today for the upcoming Bob Tour....first show is on Tuesday the 2nd in Austin. We are looking forward to getting out to South, East Coast, MidWest and Rockies with a wide cataloge of Bob tunes -- from Ska to Rocksteady, to Rockers to One-Drop. 

The wait is over...

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19.1.10
More South American Dates

We have added more dates to our upcoming South American tour in March. Besides returning to some familiar places in Brazil, we will also be sharing the stage with legends Israel Vibration in Sao Paulo and Salvador.

More information can be found on our live page. Stay tuned, more South American dates coming soon...

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15.1.10
Final Dates Added to Bob Tribute Tour

We've added another East Coast date to our upcoming 10th Annual Bob Marley Tribute Tour. The show will be at The Soapbox in Wilmington, NC on February 8.

We will also be playing a Michigan show in Walled Lake at The Uptown Grille on February 16.  This will be our first show in the greater Detroit area...finally.

More information can be had at our live page.

 

 

22.8.09
Amsterdam Video on Forum

A video from Groundation's first performance in Amsterdam, from the summer segment of the Here I Am World Tour, has been posted to our messageboard and can be seen here.

The Groundation forum is the best place for fans of Groundation music the world over to come together to reason, trade shows and generally support each other in conscious living.
 

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20.8.09
Last of the Midwest Dates Added

We are happy to announce that we have added three more shows, rounding out our Midwest schedule. We will be returning to Cleveland and Lawrence, KS again and will be playing Champaign, IL for the first time.

For more information, check the live page.

And stay tuned, we will be adding two more California shows to the end of the tour, both in very familiar settings. Announcements on those shows coming after Outside Lands....
 

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18.8.09
Here I Am Officially Released!!

Finally the day has arrived....Here I Am has now officially been released in the US!
Go and pick up a copy at your local independent record store; in doing so you not only support an integral part of your local business community, you are also supporting conscious independent music.
 

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15.8.09
Athens Date Announced!

We will be returning to Athens a bit earlier than we expected. This time, however, we will be playing Athens, Georgia USA, our first show in the area. Sorry Greece, just having a little fun with you...

Check our live page for our updated coast-to-coast US Here I Am Fall Tour schedule.

 

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12.8.09
Here I Am now on Itunes...

Our sixth full length Groundation album Here I Am is now available for download through Itunes. And remember, August 18 is our official street release date, when you will be able to find "Here I Am" at your local independant record store.

Support the music that supports you!

 

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08.8.09
Midwest Dates Announced!

We are happy to finally announce our Midwest dates for our upcoming coast-to-coast Here I Am US Tour. We will be returning to Chicago at the end of Septtember, but we have also added a show in Milwaukee, or first time through.

For more information check the live page; stay tuned we have just a couple more dates to announce...

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05.8.09
Pacific Northwest Festivals

This weekend we are very excited to be headlining two great festivals in the beautiful Pacific Northwest: The Vibez Alive Festival in Seattle on Friday August 7 and The Northwest World & Reggae Festival in Marcola, Oregon on Sunday August 9.

At both festivals we will be joined onstage by longtime friends and colleagues in conscious music Pablo Moses, Ooklah the Moc and Paula Fuga. Come join us for what will surely be two amazing nights of music. Tickets are still available and more information can be had by following the festival links above.

See you soon NW!
 

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03.8.09
New East Coast Date Added

We have added another East Coast date to our coast-to-coast U.S. tour schedule: September 22 in New Haven, CT. We have also changed venues for our October 2 show in Ft. Collins, CO. For more information check our Live Page.

Stay tuned as we will be adding more shows in the Midwest and in California. Remember, if you want Groundation in your area contact your local promoters/venues and tell them so! Chicago, Im looking at you...

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27.7.09
Groundation Music Featured in New Documentary

Groundation music will be featured in the soon to be released indy-Documentary "Fast As She Can," about Jamaican Gold Medal sprinter Shelly-Ann Fraser and her role in Jamaican society developing positive and creative outlets for Jamaican youth.

The film will premier at the San Francisco International Festival of Short Films,  which runs from September 9th through the 12th. We are very proud to have our music associated with such a positive film. Be sure and check it out when it comes to your area...

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21.7.09
Here I Am Pre-Release Now Available!!

The wait is over! Our patient fans here in the U.S. have to wait no longer, Here I Am is now available in our online store. We have also made available the first Here I Am merchandise and are offering a special package deal when you purchase both the album and a shirt.

Once you have received the new album, be sure and post your reactions/responses to our messageboard. Here I Am will still be released officially on August 18, when it will be made available through itunes as well as your local independant record stores.

Thank you all for your support!

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19.7.09
Groundation Web Connections

We have made the plunge....you can now follow Groundation on our new Twitter Feed. Operated by our drummer and resident head TeKanawa Haereiti, the twtter feed will allow you to stay up to date with the day to day machinations of Groundation's experiences on the road.

Also, we have expanded our Facebook presence; you can link with us via our Facebook Fan site, as well as our Official Facebook Community site. Join us and stay current with news on upcoming shows, album news and more.

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12.7.09
New Track Released!

We have posted another track off the new album. If you would like to check out a sneak preview of the track So Blind you can do so on our myspace page. Feel free to leave comments letting us know what you think.

The US pre-release is mere days away....stay tuned!

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08.7.09
Here  I Am World Tour Continues...

We would like to thank all of our friends, including some from Sonoma County and others from Athens, that were able to make it to our huge shows at Summerjam (Koln, Germany) and Rototom Sunplash (Osoppo, Italy).

It is an amazaing experience to be able to play our music to tens of thousands of serious fans. We look forward to our return next summer....
 

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05.7.09
U.S. Online Early Release News

Rumours have been swirling about a special online only special early release of Here I Am in the U.S. Those rumours, we are happy to confirm, are true. Very soon on this site we will be offering Here I Am for a limited time, well ahead of the official U.S. release date of August 18.

Stay tuned as news is coming soon....
 

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30.6.09
New Orleans/Orlando Dates Added...

We have added shows in New Orleans and Orlando to the U.S. portion of our Here I Am World Tour, which is slated for September and October.

Dates can be seen on our live page; stay tuned as many more dates to come!

As always, the best way to get Groundation to come to your area is to check our open dates and see if your city falls in our imminent path. If so, reach out to your local venues/promoters/radio stations/record stores and let them know you want Groundation in your area!

Also, we are always looking for street teamers to help spread the word. If you are interested in helping out in your area, email Nicholas at tm@Groundation.com.

 

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23.6.09
Here I Am Released!!

Here I Am, the new full-length Groundation studio album has officially been released in Europe! Here I Am can be purchased here.

For those in the U.S. waiting patiently until the album will become available here....not to worry! We will be offering a limited amount of pre-release copies to our fans here in the states through this website. These will be made available very soon, so stay tuned.

 

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20.6.09
Groundation announces coast-to-coast U.S. Tour!

We are very happy to announce that we will once again be heading out across the vast expanses of North America for a full coast-to-coast U.S. tour in September and October. This will be the U.S. portion of our Here I Am World Tour, in support of the new album coming out this summer.

For a preliminary listing of the Fall U.S. tour dates check our live page. Stay tuned, as there are many more dates still to come.

Besides hitting some of the same venues we stopped on last summer's U.S. tour, including in Austin, Virginia, Boston, & Vermont, we will be playing in bigger and better venues in New Orleans, Florida, New York City, Chicago, Colorado & California.

If you would like to see Groundation in your area, contact your local promoters and venues and let them know. And, as always, if you are interested in joining our street team to help spread the word on Groundation, just contact Nicholas at tm@groundation.com.

See you all again soon!

24.4.09

Album Release Dates Announced!

It is finally official...Groundation's long awaited next album "Here I Am" will be released June 17 in Europe and July 21 in the US. We are very excited about this new album as it marks a major turning point in the development of the Groundation sound.

If you simply cannot wait any longer...check out the new video on the messageboard of "You Can Profit," a track off the album.

And stay tuned for information on an early US online release...

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22.4.09

More European Dates Posted

More dates for our summer European tour have been posted, including Rototom Sunsplash, Les Eurockéennes de Belfort and our first show in Amsterdam.

Stay tuned, more dates coming soon...

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20.4.09

New Video on Messageboard...

A video of Groundation's recent live performance on a Greek television program has been posted on our messageboard. The track is "You Can Profit" off of the new album coming out this summer "Here I Am." Enjoy...

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16.4.09

More European Dates Posted

More dates have been posted to our live page for our European Summer Tour, including some big festival announcements. More dates to come soon...

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12.4.09

Thank You Greece

We would like to thank Costas and RastaVibe for another amazing experience in Greece, with two huge, sell out shows in Thessaloniki and Athens. We would also like to thank Yorgos, Neoklis, Stellos, Andreas, Costas & Mitzi for their efforts in ensuring our trip was an illuminating one indeed.

Greece truly is the epicenter of the world in terms of progresseve social movements. Again, if you are not familiar with what has taken place in Greece since December, and you care about learning how to effect positive change in your own community through positive collectivization, do some research.

Groundation and Greece are united in the push towards social justice and true Democracy the world over. We will see you again soon friends.

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29.3.09

First European Dates Posted

The first weekof dates from Groundation's European Summer 2009 Tour have been posted. Incldued are a round of dates in France, as well as one at the Rockhall in Luxembourg.

Stay tuned, many more European Summer dates will be posted soon, including some of the biggest festivals on the continent.

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23.3.09

South American Thank Yous...

We would like to thank Intershows Production company and all of our great friends and family that came out to support us on our just completed tour of our America to the South, with stops in Peru, Argentina and Brazil. It is always inspiring for us to meet people so dedicated to the furtherance of positive consciousness through communal musical celebrations.

We will see you all next March!

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19.3.09

European Summer Tour Announced!

Groundation will be once again heading to Europe this summer to headline some of the biggest festivals across the continent throughout June and July. Rumour has it that there will be a special appearance at a Middle Eastern Festival in July as well....stay tuned, details coming soon!

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16.3.09

First Summer Date Announced!

Groundation is proud to announce that we will be headlining the Sunday night of the 5th Annual Northwest World & Reggae Festival, in Marcola, Oregon. To all of our fans on the West Coast and beyond: this is your chance to see Groundation perform in one of the most beautiful live performance spaces in the United States....and do not be surprised to see some long time Groundation friends show up as special guests!

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10.3.09

Reunion Islands & Greece Dates Announced!!

Check out our live page for our just announced upcoming dates in the Reunion Islands and Greece.

Once again we find ourselves traveling to lands rife with political turmoil. If you are unaware do some research; Greece, one of our world's oldest continuous civilizations, has experienced some of the most tumultous civil unrest seen anywhere in years.
We cherish the opportunity to bring our music to those who need it most, those living consciously towards affecting positive change in their communities and the world.

See you soon...

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07.3.09

Will Bernard Tour

If you have been following Groundation for a while then you are well aware of our good friend, the multi-faceted/talented Will Bernard. We are proud to be able to tell you about Will's huge upcoming tour featuring such luminaries as Andy Hess (John Scofield), Stanton Moore (Galactic) & John Medeski (Medeski, Martin & Wood).

This tour brings together musicians at the cutting edge of the progressive fusion-
music scene. You can check out dates for the tour here, as well as find out more information at Will's site; make sure to check this show out when it comes to your area...truly, not to be missed.

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28.2.09

Thank You...

to all of our friends, family and fans who came out to support us on our 9th Annual Robert Nesta Marley Tribute Tour. A very special thank you to, legends in their own right, Will Bernard and Leroy "Horsemouth" Wallace for making this the most successful Bob Tribute Tour yet. Horsemouth, you are the man.

Some may wonder why a band like Groundation takes a month out of each year to pay homage to the music and legacy of Bob Marley. In our consumeristic world, you can see Bob's image and imprint everywhere...almost to the point of diluting the intensity of Marley's truly revolutionary life. We choose to play this music because the lessons have yet to be learned, the conscious shift to the positive that our world so desperately needs, and that Marley foretold, has yet to happen. And, until this happens, Marley's music must be played, be heard, be felt.

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23.2.09

Phillip Merchant Benefit Announced...

Groundation has announced that our final show of the Bob Marley Tribute tour at Ashkenaz in Berkeley, CA this Thursday February 26 will be a general fund and awareness raiser for our brother in conscious music bassist Phillip Merchant (Midnite, Bambu Station, DAPP Band), who remains in the hospital following being shot numerous times while in The V.I.; an apparent victim of random violence.

If you would like more information on how you can help the Merchant family contact Nicholas at tm@groundation.com.

Thank you for supporting conscious music and conscious musicians.

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20.2.09

Thank You Hawaii!

A special thank you to all of our friends and family in Hawaii, our home away from home. Maui, Oahu and Kauai are home to the most conscious people on the planet, no doubt heavily influenced by their unrivaled natural surroundings.

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13.2.09

Peru, more So. America dates added

Groundation's first show in Peru has been announced, scheduled for the sixth of March in Lima. Also, more Brazil dates have been announced...check it our here.

Para ver as datas e notícia da turnê pela América do Sul em português,
acesse o Surforeggae.

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11.2.09

Bob Tour Continues...

We would like to thank everyone who came out to the first week of shows on our 9th annual Bob Marley Tribute Tour, especially all of those that came to S.F. and the two nights at the Mystic.

With Will Bernard and Horsemouth Wallace on board, Groundation has never made Bob's music sound better. Dont miss out on this historic opportunity to see Groundation breathe new life into Marley's prophetic music with living legends as special guests...

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09.2.09

South American Dates Posted!!

You can see our confirmed South American dates here. We have many more dates to come so stay tuned....we are very excited to once again head down to see our neighbors in the south, some of the biggest Groundation fans on the planet. See you soon!

Para ver as datas e notícia da turnê pela América do Sul em português,
acesse o Surforeggae.

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05.2.09

Humboldt/Mendocino awaits.

Today we venture up the Redwood Highway to our good friends awaiting us in the north. What better way to start this very special tour in memory of the prophet Robert Nesta Marley, with our good friends Horsemouth and Will, then in one of the most powerful places on Earth: Northern California? See you soon Mateel and crew!

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31.1.09

Sacramento show added!

We have just added a show at Harlow's in Sacramento on our upcoming Bob Marley Tribute Tour. What up NorCal?!

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26.1.09

South American Tour Announced...

Groundation will make its triumphant return to South America, with confirmed stops in Brazil and Argentina, in March. Stay tuned, dates coming soon...

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21.1.09

Kauai date added!

We have just added another Hawaii show for our upcoming Bob Marley Tribute tour. It will be at K.A.V.A. in Kalapaki Bay. See you there!

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13.1.09

Our thoughts and prayers...

...go out to Phillip Merchant, former bass player for Midnite (2000-2005), who recently took up that role for Bambu Station & The DAPP Band. He is currently in critical condition in a V.I. hospital recovering from gunshot wounds.

Let this be a reminder that even in the conscious music community violence is a real issue. Too many of Reggae's greatest have been taken from the world due to senseless violence. Phil, you are in our thoughts...get well soon.

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11.1.09

Are you ready Maui?

We have just confirmed a Maui date for our upcoming Hawaii Bob Marley Tribute Tour. Ticketing information will soon follow.

Though we are still hoping to add another Hawaii date for this upcoming run, the best way to get Groundation on your island, or in your area, is still to contact your local venues/promoters/radio stations/music stores and tell them:
Groundation needs to be here!

Looking forwad....Mahalo.

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3.1.09

Calling all street teamers!

First and foremost hapy new year to you all! 2008 was an amazing year and we thank you for sharing it with us. 2009 will be the year where we all come together to transcend those limitations keeping us from peace, sustainability and prosperity.
We look forward...

Anyone interested in helping out in spreading the word about Groundation the time has come. We are looking for street teamers for our upcoming California dates (especially Sonoma County, Mendocino/Humboldt Counties and SoCal), and beyond. We are already busy planning our next U.S. tour, bringing us back East and to the MidWest. We are only what our fans allow us to become. If you believe in this music, and its power to help affect positive change, and want to see us succeed and return often to your communities, street teaming is the best way to do so.

Contact TM Nicholas at tm@groundation.com for more information. As always, your support of conscious music is sincerely and greatly appreciated. Lets make 2009 the year it all comes together.

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30.12.08

Hawaii date announced...

We have confirmed the first of our Hawaii shows for the upcoming Bob Marley Tribute tour. We will be announcing other Hawaii dates soon....if you want to have the chance top see this amazing show on your island (the first time ever we have done the Bob tribute in Hawaii), let your local promoters and clubs know you want Groundation!

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24.12.08

Bob Marley Tribute Tour, Dates Announced!

The first dates for our annual Bob Marley Tribute Tour have been released. Stay tuned for more dates to round out this tour (Hawaii in February anyone?), as well as a special announcement as to which shows will feature a rare Rockamovya opening set.

Once again, we here at Groundation wish you all a safe and warm holidays and a prosperous new year.

**Speaking of new year...long-time Groundation collaborator Ulotrichi Productions has a very special New Years Eve Ball planned at the historic Capitol Theatre in Olympia, WA, featuring Critters Buggin and Garaj Mahal in a massive co-bill. More info can be found here.

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8.12.08

New album, Bob tribute and more...

Greetings and happy holidays everyone.

Groundation is currently hard at work on their next full length album, their first since Upon the Bridge. Though they have played a few of their new tracks live over the past year, the album's direction, scope and sound is cloaked in secrecy. I can tell you this....expect to see it released in Spring 2009.

Also on deck, Groundation will be on the road as part of their annual Bob Marley tribute tour during the month of February. Joining Groundation on this run will be legends Will Bernard (lead guitar) and Leroy "Horsemouth" Wallace (drums). Do not be surprised to see a few Rockamovya opening slots on this tour. Dates will be posted soon!

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18.11.08

Western US Tour Wrap-up

Thank you to all of the street teamers, promoters, venues and of course friends and family that came out and supported us on our just completed Western US tour.

With packed houses from Seattle to Denver to San Diego and back home in San Francisco, it is evident that Groundation's time has come. This run has special significance....being on the road while our home country undertook the most historic election of our lifetimes was a truly memorable experience. Thank you for sharing it with us...

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11.11.08

Messageboard Additons

Colorado setlists and a new interview with Harrison Stafford have been posted to the messageboard. Look for videos and more from this Western US tour to be posted soon...

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3.11.08

Summer 2008 Wrap Up

The newest installment of trumpeter David Chachere's always enlightening Diesel Diaries are up; also check out a small collection of some of Dave's most memorable photos from over the years here.

Not to be outdone, new drummer and resident head "Rufus" Tekanawa Haereiti 's photo log covering this summer's epic US & European tour.

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2.11.08

Denver Venue Change

Groundation's venue for their November 8 Denver show has been changed back to Cervante's. Tickets purchased through either Cervante's or Quixote's will get you in.

See you soon Colorado!

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29.10.08

Groundation In-Store Portland

Groundation's Mingo Lewis Jr. (percussion), Marcus Urani (keys) & Harrison Stafford (acoustic guitar/vocals) will be appearing at Portland's Music Millenium record store for a sepcial in-store performance at 4:30pm on the day of the upcoming Portland show on Nov. 2.

Come say hello and check us out before our big show that night at The Roseland Theatre.

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9.10.08

West Coast Tour Locked Down

The dates for our upcoming West Coast Tour are set.

Once again we find ourselves on the road during a tumultous time here at home. Between the election, the markets and the war these are truly historic times. And yet, what better way to spend these days than in communion with like-minded friends and family celebrating that which will never leave us: conscious music and positive energy.

Come share an evening with us when we come through your area...it'll soothe what ails ya'.

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15.9.08

New Western-US Tour dates posted....

Check it...new UT, CO, NM, AZ & CA dates posted on the Groundation Live Page, with many more to come. Stay tuned!

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9.9.08

Rockamovya lyrics...

Lyrics for Rockamovya have been posted to the Groundation Forum.

If you have yet to hear this album, Groundation's first side project, you can preview it here and here and legally download it here. Besides being met with heavy international radio play, Rockamovya is already garnering serious buzz within the more traditional commercial music industry as well as the ever-growing conscious music world.

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2.9.08

RUFUS!!

Groundation would like to formally and officially welcome to the family our new drummer Te Kanawa Haereiti, aka Rufus, as well as his lovely wife Jen and their beautiful little girl Emma.

Besides being Nevada's longtime headiest resident drummer, Rufus has been heavily involved in the West Coast Jazz/Hip-Hop/Reggae scene (a professional golfer too!!) for years. You can check Rufus' prior works out and learn a little more about the man/myth/legend here and here. Also check the feedback on Rufus at the Groundation Forum.

Welcome aboard Rufus. Lets do this...

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1.9.08

Groundation Returns...

An official welcome back is in order to Groundation, returning to their home shores after another long and wild Euro/World tour. Thank you to all the Music Action crew for another profesionally executed adventure, as well as to all the promoters, venues and fans that came out to support the biggest, fastest-growing American reggae band in the world today.

It is only going to get better...

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20.8.08

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Groundation Fall West Coast Tour Announced!

This fall Groundation returns to its home shores with a full West Coast tour starting at the end of October and continuing on thru well into November, with stops planned in California, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico.

If you would like to join our street team to help promote Groundation in your area, or if you have any show suggestions, please contact USTM Nicholas at tm@groundation.com.

Check out the live page for the first of the Groundation Fall West Coast Tour's confirmed dates, with many more to come...see you all soon!

 

08.19.08

Groundation World Tour continues...

Despite a few bumps in the road, Groundation continues with its ongoing World Tour with stops in the UK, Poland and Germany; finally wrapping things up in Groundation's "home away from home" with five big shows in France. Let it be known, no matter where one goes in the world there will be those who see conscious people playing conscious music as a threat. Without resistance how would we know if we're progressing?

A special thank you is in order for all the fans and friends that waited patiently for years for Groundation's first forray into the Holy Land. Two over the top, sold out shows later Groundation's return to Israel seems certain.

Israel, like everywhere else, is home to many conscious indiviudals committed to peace and equality for everyone in their region and beyond. Too often these people's voices are not heard over the prepetual drone of conflict. Groundation's music at its best unites these people, and other like-minded communities, the world over. You can stay connected with Groundation fans from all corners of this world on the Groundation Forum.

Freedom taking over...

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08.06.08

Groundation in Europe, otherwise...

This weekend Groundation headlines three of the most preiminent music festivals Europe has to offer: Uppsala in Sweden, Sundance in Holland & Bout du Monde in France. To all those who have yet to experience it, you haven't really seen Groundation until you've seen them in front of 10,000+ screaming fans. Get to Europe American Groundation fans!

Also, dates are rapidly being confirmed for Groundation's West Coast Tour at the end of October on into early November. Promoters/street teamers contact Nicholas at tm@Groundation.com if you have ideas or want to help out in your market. Groundation is currently booking shows in NorCal, Oregon, Washington, Montana, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona & SoCal. Dates are going quick and will be posted soon.

Stay tuned!

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07.22.08

Groundation European Summer Tour Dates Posted!

And just like that...Groundation is off to Europe again for August, this time with a few new stops along the way. In addition to regular stops in France, Holland, Portugal , Germany & Sweden, Groundation will be playing shows for the first time in Poland and, with what should be two big shows, the Holy Land: Tel Aviv, Israel. Check out the Live Page for a complete listing, with more dates to come.

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07.21.08

Groundation U.S. Summer Tour 2008...fin

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all those street teamers, djs, promoters, venues and fans that made Groundation's first coast-to-coast U.S. tour a resounding success. Various obstacles made your contributions absolutely essential for this, and future East Coast runs, viability. We hope to see you all again in Spring 2009, sign up for the newsletter at the top of this page and stay tuned to this site for updates...

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07.20.08

Thanks to Culture...

A big thank you to Reggae legends Culture for their support at tonight's Santa Cruz - Catalyst show and to the packed house of friends, family and fans as well. Clearly, Kenyatta Hill has adeptly taken the reigns over from his father; Groundation wishes only the best on their tour to come for Kenyatta and crew!

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07.12.08

Santa Cruz: Groundation's Show of the Summer

What better way to wrap up an historic tour than to come home and play with, and to, family and friends? Groundation's final U.S. date has us returning to The Catalyst in Santa Cruz where our long-inspiring friends Culture will open for us. Having aptly taken the reigns from his father Joseph, Kenyatta Hill breathes new life into some of the most memorable Roots Reggae music ever put out.

In addition, Santa Cruz will serve as a jumping off point of sorts for Groundation. "Papa" Paul Spina, Groundation's long-time drummer featured on Hebron Gate, We Free Again