Get ready to dive into a whirlwind of nostalgia and raw emotion as Sunny Day Real Estate, the pioneers of emo-rock, embark on a colossal tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their seminal 1994 debut album, "Diary." But that's not all – brace yourselves for the release of a brand-new track, "Novum Vetus," set to hit your musical senses on January 26.
The tour, a journey through the evolution of Sunny Day Real Estate, kicks off on March 13 in Lawrence, Kansas. The nostalgia trip will wind through the US, hitting cities like Austin, Raleigh, Atlanta, Washington, DC, and New York City. As if that wasn't enough to make your heart race, a second leg of the tour, starting on August 14 in Dallas, will take you through Seattle, Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.
"Novum Vetus," the band's first new song in a decade, promises to be a time-traveling experience, originating from the late '90s and reworked to perfection. Feel the raw emotions that fueled Sunny Day Real Estate's beginnings as you immerse yourself in this seven-minute musical journey.
Hold onto your heartstrings as "Diary" gets a live in-studio re-record. Titled "Diary Redux: Live at London Bridge Studio," this modern twist on the album that defined a genre is set for release on May 3. Hopefully setting up less a trip down memory lane and more a poignant exploration of how the band has evolved over the years.
Ticket sales kick off on January 26 via Ticketmaster. StubHub is also in on the action, offering a guaranteed portal to the emo pilgrimage.
So, whether you're a devoted fan from the '90s or a newcomer ready to be swept away by the sounds that defined a generation, Sunny Day Real Estate's epic celebration awaits. Get ready to relive the magic of "Diary," immerse yourself in the raw beauty of "Novum Vetus," and witness a live experience that transcends time. It's going to be an explosion of emotions... let the echoes of Sunny Day Real Estate resonate through your soul.