Today, multi-platinum, GRAMMY-nominated Icelandic rockers KALEO have shared their new single Rock N Roller, which is available now on all streaming platforms. After performing the fan-favourite track as part of their encore at countless shows since their inception, the band decided to record and release the song for their fans around the globe.
Speaking about Rock N Roller, KALEO’s JJ Julius Son shared, “I wrote it during the early days of KALEO. We started playing it right away and have been performing it in our set ever since, usually as the last song at our shows. When we went into the studio for our upcoming album, we all decided it was time to record a proper version of the track and finally release it to the world.”
In addition, KALEO have also announced the UK & European leg of their Payback Tour, which will see the group headlining venues across the continent, including London’s iconic OVO Arena Wembley. The fall headline dates kick off at Sagres Campo Pequeno in Lisbon, Portugal on 2nd November and run through the middle of December. The upcoming tour will feature support from Júníus Meyvant on all dates with Shane Smith and The Saints joining as direct support for the UK portion of the run [tour itinerary below].
Rock N Roller follows the band’s recent single Lonely Cowboy which was accompanied by a stunning performance video shot inside Rome’s Historic Colosseum. The standalone track notably marked the group’s first new original music in three years. Lonely Cowboy hinges on a softly plucked acoustic guitar and sparse orchestration, while gruff, yet warm vocals remain the guiding force. “Guess it’s time to say goodbye to the rider of the night” sings vocalist, guitarist, pianist, songwriter, and producer JJ Julius Son as he paints a vivid picture underscored by a proud and intentional homage to Ennio Morricone.
KALEO recently celebrated their 10th anniversary by delivering a stunning live performance before 250 of their biggest fans at the Archeological Park of the Colosseum, Rome, and in the shadow of the world-famous amphitheater. With the performance, KALEO joined the ranks of Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, The Cure, Elton John, and Paul McCartney as the only artists to ever perform an electric concert in front of the iconic monument. Presented by VERTIGO LIVE, a leading producer of cinematic live experiences, the momentous night was captured on film and will be released as KALEO: Viva Roma in the Shadow of the Colosseum later this summer – watch an official teaser HERE.
KALEO 2024 UK & EUROPEAN PAYBACK TOUR DATES
11/2 – 12/10 with Júníus Meyvant
* Shane Smith and The Saints as direct support
November 2 – Lisbon, Portugal – Sagres Campo Pequeno
November 5 – Madrid, Spain – La Riviera
November 6 – Barcelona, Spain – Razzmatazz
November 8 – Strasbourg, France – Le Zenith
November 9 – Luxembourg, Luxembourg – Rockhal
November 11 – Brussels, Belgium – Ancienne Belgique
November 12 – Lille, France – Le Zenith
November 14 – London, UK – Wembley Arena*
November 15 – Manchester, UK – Manchester Apollo*
November 18 – Glasgow, Scotland – O2 Academy Glasgow*
November 20 – Paris, France – Adidas Arena
November 22 – Zurich, Switzerland – Komplex 457
November 24 – Vienna, Austria – Gasometer
November 25 – Budapest, Hungary – MVM Dome
November 26 – Munich, Germany – Zenith
November 28 – Milan, Italy – Alcatraz
November 30 – Prague, Czechia – O2 Universum
December 2 – Hamburg, Germany – Edel Optics Arena
December 3 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – AFAS Live
December 5 – Berlin, Germany – Columbiahalle
December 6 – Wroclaw, Poland – A2
December 8 – Copenhagen, Denmark – KB Hallen
December 9 – Stockholm, Sweden – Fallan
December 10 – Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene
Tickets for all dates are on sale now here.