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Ron Pope Announces New Album

• 10th Jan 2014

The greatly talented, American singer-songwriter Ron Pope returns to the UK with his new studio album. With over 1.5 million singles sold, achieving nationwide success in the US as well as internationally, ‘Calling Off The Dogs’ sees Pope pushing boundaries even further and exploring new territories on this eleven track album. As one of the highest selling independent artists on the music scene today, Pope’s music has had over 50 million views online and his songs have been streamed over 36 million times through Spotify.

Opening with the infectious ‘Lick My Wounds’, which is also the lead single, ‘Calling Off The Dogs’ displays Pope’s credentials as a supremely talented musician. From the strong guitar rift to the driving bass line and drum beats the track sets the foundations for this anthemic album.

The eclectic ‘Silver Spoon’ illustrates how diverse Pope is as a composer. The three contrasting sections of the song, from the pulsating beat opening into the soaring melodic middle section before concluding on the enthralling piano melody and beautiful choir like vocals, are anchored throughout by Pope’s distinctively raspy vocal blending together effortlessly.

‘Nothing’ is one of many heartfelt ballads on the album. Speaking of a broken down relationship, this track is painfully relatable and beautifully written engulfing the listener in a hurricane of emotion. Sung alongside strong female vocalist Alexz Johnson, the song is a perfect addition to Pope’s ‘Calling Off The Dogs’ balancing out the upbeat tracks with this poignant and meaningful tune.

Pope is much more than the labels and stereotypes he’s acquired during his budding career: Recording artist. Musician. Rock star. Guitar player. Songwriter. Vocalist. Performer. He is a musical Renaissance Man, writing, composing, recording, producing, managing, and igniting his own career. In an ever-evolving industry, Pope has plotted a new course for his music by launching himself as an independent artist to reach loyal listeners by taking the industry-road-less-travelled.

In support of the album Pope will be touring the UK , co-headlining with Wakey! Wakey! and with Alexz Johnson providing the support. Kicking off in Glasgow at the end of January the ‘Calling Off The Dogs UK Tour’ will visit Belfast, Manchester, Sheffield, Nottingham and London before finishing off at The Fleece in Bristol on February 9th.

Calling Off The Dogs UK Tour

January 31st Oran Mor, Glasgow
February 1st Mandela Hall, Belfast
February 4th Manchester Academy 2
Feburary 5th Sheffield Plug
February 7th Nottingham Rescue Rooms
February 8th Shepherds Bush Empire, London
February 9th The Fleece, Bristol