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MGMT, Gnarls Barkley, Justice for SoCo tour

Blonde Redhead, Black Keys and more will play

MGMT, Gnarls Barkley and Justice have all been announced to play the 2008 SoCo Music Experience tour, which will travel across the US this summer.

The shows which are free and limited to over 21 year-olds, will call at five cities from June to October and each day will feature 10 bands over two stages.

The first show will be in Denver on June 28 and will feature slots from Gnarls Barkley, Blonde Redhead, Bassnectar, Dead Confederate and Eagle Seagull, while the August 23 show will take place in San Diego and features The Black Keys, Kinky, Saul Williams and other acts to be announced. Entry to this show will require a $5 for the San Diego Music Foundation.

So far, , The Black Keys, GZA, Benevento Russo Duo and Ha Ha Tonka have been announced for the Madison, WI leg while Saratoga’s show will include slots from Justice, MGMT and more.

Acts have yet to be confirmed for the final show in Phoenix.

Previous acts on the tour have include The Flaming Lips, Cold War Kids, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, Spank Rock and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club.

--By our New York staff.
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