With their unique blend of rock, electro-funk and a dash of soul, TV on Radio has released several critically acclaimed albums over the last decade. TV on the Radio tour dates and appearances have fans rockin' out to the smooth and funky stylings of the Brooklyn based multi-instrumental collection of artists. The TV on the Radio Tour 2011 is in support of their upcoming fifth album, "Nine Types of Light," This punk/funk hip/rock band commands their audience to their feet and ensures a memorable experience.
TV on Radio infuses classical instruments, such as the cello and violin, over well crafted synthesized beats that feature the quirky soul vocals of lead singer Tunde Adebimpe. The band formed in 2000 under Adebimpe and David Andrew Sitek's guidance and self-released the Radiohead referenced, "OK Calculator," in 2002. TV on the Radio quickly caught the attention of music execs and the band was signed to Chicago-based imprint Touch and Go Records to release their second album, "Desperate Youth, Blood Thirsty Babes." It was with the release of their third album, "Return to Cookie Mountain," that the band reached widespread critical acclaim. Reaching the top 50 of the Billboard 200 Album charts, the album was widely regarded by critics and fans alike. Rolling Stone heralded "Return to Cookie Mountain" as the fourth best release of 2006, with Spin Magazine naming it album of the year. In support of the album, TV on the Radio tour dates were scheduled throughout the US and featured a guest appearance by Academy Award winning musician and Nine Inch Nails frontman, Trent Reznor. TV on the Radio returned in 2008 with "Dear Science" and promoted the album with appearances on "The Late Show with David Lettermen" and "Saturday Night Live." The album was instantly greeted with critical and commercial success debuting just outside the top ten on The Billboard 200 Album charts at #12. This time around, Rolling Stone magazine named it album of the year with Entertainment Weekly and MTV concurring. Instead of touring with the album, the band announced a year-long hiatus in 2009 to focus on individual side projects. During this hiatus, the band kept busy in the studio and silently produced their fifth album, "Nine Types of Light,"
