For Immediate Release:
March 17, 2008

Band BOSTON Kicks Off Summer Tour on June 6, 2008
Remastered Greatest Hits CD Release from Sony Legacy

March 17, 2008 - Boston, MA - The legendary band BOSTON will headline the outdoor festival at Marina Park on Friday, June 6 in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The show kicks off a summer of stadium, concert and festival dates that will span the United States and Canada.

BOSTON is comprised of the legendary guitarist/songwriter/producer/engineer and tech guru TOM SCHOLZ, 27 year BOSTON veteran guitarist Gary Pihl; drummer Jeff Neal and bass player Kimberley Dahme.

BOSTON will be bringing two new recruits on tour this year.  Singer/songwriter/guitarist Michael Sweet, the band Stryper’s front-man will both sing and trade riffs with Gary and Tom on guitar.  Unexpected phenomenon Tommy DeCarlo, the fan that posted his BOSTON covers on his myspace.com page and ended up on stage, will also be belting out the classics that skyrocketed the band to worldwide fame.

Many remember where they were when they first heard “More Than a Feeling” or “Hitch a Ride” on the airwaves back in 1976.  BOSTON’s self-titled first album has sold over 17 million copies to date, and was the highest selling debut of all time.  It remains a rock classic, and has seen a resurgence in sales after it was remastered by Scholz, along with their second album, “Don’t Look Back,” in 2006.  “Amanda,” off 1986’s Third Stage, shot to the top of the charts and held a record-breaking stay at #1, in spite of being the only hit single that year not accompanied by a TV video.

With over 30 million albums sold worldwide, hits like “Peace of Mind,” “Smokin',” and “Rock and Roll Band” are still as ubiquitous on rock and roll radio as they were when they were new. Coinciding with the summer tour is a fully re-mastered Greatest Hits CD (Sony Legacy.)  Lead-off singles from all five BOSTON albums will be included, as well as new photos from throughout the years and liner notes written by Tom Scholz.

BOSTON will be performing many of their classics, including some fan favorites that have not been on the set lists for many years.  For complete show itinerary updates, band bios and photos, visit bandboston.com

Michael Sweet, Tom Scholz, Jeff Neal, Tommy DeCarlo, Kimberley Dahme, Gary Pihl
Photo Credit: Tim Barret