King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Perform ‘Flight b741!’ with Songs For Kids Band
The Australian psychedelic rock band King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard recently stopped by the Fabulous Fox Theatre in Atlanta to perform their song ‘Flight b741!’ with the Songs For Kids Band.
About Songs For Kids Band
Songs For Kids Band is a music mentorship program that works with children and young people with disabilities, injuries, and illnesses. The program provides an opportunity for these children to participate in music performances and learn valuable skills such as self-confidence and the art of performance.
Young Live Series
The performance with King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard was part of the Songs For Kids Band’s ongoing “Young” live series, which has also featured performances with My Morning Jacket and Backstreet Boys.
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard’s Recent News
In October, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard announced a new orchestral tour and released a new single ‘Phantom Island’. The tour, which is set to take place in 2025, will feature a full orchestra with conductor and music director Sarah Hicks and city-specific orchestras.
2025 US Tour Dates
The tour will begin in July and will run until August, with 11 shows across the United States. The dates are as follows:
- JULY 28: Philadelphia, PA – TD Pavilion at the Mann %
- JULY 30: New Haven, CT – Westville Music Bowl
- AUGUST 1: Forest Hills, NY – Forest Hills Stadium
- AUGUST 2: Forest Hills, NY – Forest Hills Stadium *
- AUGUST 4: Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion
- AUGUST 6: Highland Park, IL – Ravinia Festival
- AUGUST 8: Colorado Springs, CO – Ford Amphitheater
- AUGUST 11: San Diego, CA – The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
- AUGUST 15: Buena Vista, CO – Meadow Creek *
- AUGUST 16: Buena Vista, CO – Meadow Creek *
- AUGUST 17: Buena Vista, CO – Meadow Creek *
* – performances without orchestra
Conclusion
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard’s performance with Songs For Kids Band was a heartwarming moment that showcased the band’s commitment to giving back to the community. The band’s upcoming orchestral tour is sure to be an exciting event for fans, and we can’t wait to see what they have in store for us.
FAQs
Q: What is Songs For Kids Band?
A: Songs For Kids Band is a music mentorship program that works with children and young people with disabilities, injuries, and illnesses.
Q: What is the “Young” live series?
A: The “Young” live series is a series of performances by Songs For Kids Band, featuring special guests and musicians.
Q: When is King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard’s 2025 US tour?
A: The tour will take place in July and August 2025, with 11 shows across the United States.
Q: Will the tour feature a full orchestra?
A: Yes, the majority of the tour will feature a full orchestra with conductor and music director Sarah Hicks and city-specific orchestras. Some concerts will be billed as “good ol rock n roll shows” without an orchestra.