Billy Bob Thornton tours North America, new album due in August
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Billy Bob Thornton --who played in bar bands before he became famous for his roles in films like "Sling Blade" and "Monster's Ball"--is about to hit the road behind his sophomore solo album.
"The Edge of the World," Thornton's follow-up to 2001's "Private Radio," is scheduled for release on Aug. 19. The first single from the rootsy country album is titled "The Desperate One."
On tour, Thornton "will perform songs from this album and mix in other tunes that have become fan favorites," according to his official website.
The tour features headlining gigs at a mix of clubs, casinos and fairs. Thornton will also open shows for Heart, Willie Nelson and Huey Lewis and the News.
On Sept. 7, Thornton appears in Columbus, OH, at the annual Farm Aid benefit show. Other confirmed acts include Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Brooks & Dunn, Dave Matthews, Sheryl Crow, Toby Keith and Trick Pony.
Last year, Thornton embarked on his inaugural headlining tour, and also opened a series of dates for Elvis Costello.
July 2003
22 - Costa Mesa, CA - Orange County Fair
25 - Las Vegas, NV - House of Blues
26 - Pala, CA - Pala Casino
27 - Modesto, CA - State Theater
29 - Kelseyville, CA - Koncoti Harbor Resort
30 - Paso Robles, CA - California Mid-State Fair
August 2003
1 - Tucson, AZ - City Limits
2 - Laughlin, NV - Avi Resort Casino
3 - Los Angeles, CA - Greek Theater (w/ Heart)
8 - Morrison, CO - Red Rocks Amphitheatre (w/ Willie Nelson)
9 - Beaver Creek, CO - Vila Center for the Arts
10 - Telluride, CO - Sheridan Opera House
12 - Tempe, AZ - Nitas Hideaway
14 - Salt Lake City, UT - Zephyr Club
15 - Jackson, WY - Mangy Moose Saloon
17 - Wichita, KS - Cotillion
18 - St. Louis, MO - Lucky's
19 - Atlanta, GA - Chastain Amphitheater (w/ Huey Lewis)
21 - Memphis, TN - Gibson Lounge
22 - New Orleans, LA - House of Blues
23 - Nashville, TN - The Trap
25 - Cleveland, OH - Odeon
26 - Buffalo, NY - The Continental
29 - Montreal, Quebec - Le Spectrum
30 - Walkerton, Ontario - Festival, Ball Diamond
September 2003
2 - Alexandria, VA - The Birchmere
5 - New York, NY - Irving Plaza
6 - Uncasville, CT - Mohegan Sun
7 - Columbus, OH - Germain Amphitheater (Farm Aid)
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