Swooner is highlighted by flashes of grungy hard-panned guitars, Prince-like synth flourishes, eurodance vocals, electric pianos and arpeggiators, all of which feel shockingly comfortable in their new homes. The record marks a major departure from both the cabaret rock of 2009’s Tic Toc Tic and the atmospheric minimalism of Ancient Mars. This time around, the band dove headlong into vibrant, experimental pop, showcased by stirring modern production.

Revered for their kinetic live energy, The Zolas are on an international tour which includes a series of appearances at SXSW and throughout Canada!

The Zolas International Tour Dates:

3/15: SXSW @ The Majestic, Breakout West Interactive Showcase, 5:30pm

3/16: SXSW @ Brush Square, Canadian Blast BBQ, 2pm

3/18: SXSW @ Friends Bar, CMW Showcase @ Canada House, 11pm

3/19: SXSW @ The Sidewinder, Fancy PR/ The Burning Ear Showcase, 9:45pm

3/22: Kingston, ON @ The Grad Club

3/23: Hamilton, ON @ The Casbah

3/24: Toronto, ON @ Lee's Palace

3/25: Ottawa, ON @ Zaphod Beeblebrox

3/26: Montreal, QC @ O Patro Vys

3/30: Calgary, AB @ Marquee

3/31: Edmonton, AB @ Union Hall

4/1: Saskatoon, SK @ Amigo's

4/2: Winnipeg, MB @ Park Theatre

4/8: Victoria, BC @ Sugar Nightclub

5/18-5/22: Brighton, UK @ The Great Escape

Photo Credit: Steve Bays