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Announcing the 25th Anniversary of Felons and Revolutionaries

By Edsel Dope

Announcing the 25th Anniversary of Felons and Revolutionaries

After spending the first half of 2024 on the road with their friends in Static-X and Sevendust, New York City electro metal heads Dope are finishing the year with the announcement of the 25th Anniversary vinyl reissue of their breakthrough debut album, Felons and Revolutionaries. This release marks the first time the album has ever been available on vinyl. Originally released on September 14 1999 via Epic Records, the album would launch the career of mastermind Edsel Dope through the release of singles such as “Pig Society,” “Everything Sucks” and “Sick.” The track “Debonair” would go on to be featured in films such as the original ‘The Fast and the Furious,’ ‘Run All Night’ and ‘Scream 3.’ “Debonair” was also used by Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW) superstar Rhino as his entrance music.



The original release of Felons and Revolutionaries featured the band’s cover of the N.W.A. classic “Fuck Tha Police” which was absent from certain pressings and deliberately omitted from early packaging by the band’s record label. Dope would later record an unforgettable version of Dead Or Alive’s 1985 hit, “You Spin Me Round (Like A Record).” That version would bring the band their first hit single at Active Rock radio and was added to the reprint of the album in 2000. The song continues to be a staple of the band’s live shows to this day.

The 25th Anniversary version of Felons and Revolutionaries – scheduled for release on December 6 – features newly updated and re-imagined artwork. The vinyl will also include all the tracks from the debut as well as the band’s covers from the original CD release. The album will be available in various configurations including a limited edition Orange Vinyl Pressing – autographed by founding members Edsel & Simon Dope, along with the band’s original drummer Preston Nash & bassist Acey Slade. New merch also available including Dope Police Tape, Hats, Flags, Posters, Stickers, Hoodies and Shirts. Get them all exclusively right here.

“I can’t believe that it’s been 25 years since Dope hit the international scene,” says Edsel Dope. “This ultra noisy, punk rock album is where it all started for us and I’m so excited to see it finally released in this nasty orange Vinyl format. I am eternally grateful to all the fans & friends that have come along for the ride.”

The tracklisting for Felons and Revolutionaries is:

1) Pig Society
2) Debonaire
3) Everything Sucks
4) Sick
5) Kimberly’s Ghost
6) Spine For You
7) One Fix
8) Fuck Tha Police
9) Intervention
10) America The Pitiful
11) Shit Life
12) Wake Up
13) I Am Nothing
14) You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)

Dope has been recently announced as the replacement for Coal Chamber at Aftershock Festival on Saturday, October 12th. The band will be performing on the Shockwave Stage at 2:45PM. More information can be found at: https://aftershockfestival.com.

 

DOPE (25th Anniversary edition 1999 Band Photo)
Left to right: Preston Nash – Edsel Dope – Simon Dope – Acey Slade

Dope have spent the last 25 years delivering their uncompromising message to the masses. Through their six previous studio albums, the band has never pulled punches with their music or their message. The band made a name for themselves around New York City and eventually signed with Epic Records for their debut. The sophomore album Life spawned the track “Die MF Die” – with over 200 million combined digital streams - has become a staple in basic training and garnered the band a dedicated military following from that introduction. The band has also found mainstream success through their inclusion in various movie soundtracks and wrestling integrations specifically with the WWE. At a time when music trends changed, Dope continued to maintain their relevance with their audience through direct fan correspondence. This relationship garners Dope approximately 1.5 million monthly listeners, puts them in the top 1% of all streaming artists and a dedicated following that most people are unaware of to this day. As the band gets ready to launch in to the next 25 years of their career with Blood Money Part Zer0, the world needs the brutal honesty that Edsel and Dope have come to be known for.

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Dope Replaces Coal Chamber At Aftershock Festival

By Jason Lekberg

Dope Replaces Coal Chamber At Aftershock Festival
Dope has been recently announced as the replacement for Coal Chamber at Aftershock Festival on Saturday, October 12th. The band will be performing on the Shockwave Stage at 2:45PM. More information and tickets can be found at: https://aftershockfestival.com.

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Our Biggest Warehouse Sale Ever

By Jason Lekberg

Our Biggest Warehouse Sale Ever
Shirts starting at $.99. Hoodies starting at $5.99.  Get them right here before they're gone forever!

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DOPE Confirmed for the Newly Announce 3rd Leg of the Machine Killer Tour.

By Andrew Maciejewski

DOPE Confirmed for the Newly Announce 3rd Leg of the Machine Killer Tour.

Due to the overwhelming excitement by fans for The Machine Killer Tour, metal legends Sevendust and Static-X are announcing a third leg in April and May of 2024. DOPE will again join along with Lines of Loyalty.

Use code "MK2024" for access to the pre-sale starting at 10am in each market today! VIP packages for each date are now available right here as well!

New Machine Killer Tour Dates

Apr 27: Las Vegas, NV - Sick New World -TICKETS
Apr 28:
Salt Lake City, UT - The Complex -TICKETS, VIP
Apr 30:
San Francisco, CA - The Midway -TICKETS, VIP
May 2:
Portland, OR - Roseland Ballroom -TICKETS, VIP
May 3:
Eugene, OR - McDonald Theater -TICKETS, VIP
May 4:
Tacoma, WA - Temple Theater -TICKETS, VIP
May 5:
Vancouver, BC - Vogue Theatre -TICKETS, VIP
May 7:
Edmonton, AB - Midway Music Hall -TICKETS, VIP
May 9:
Calgary, AB - Grey Eagle Casino -TICKETS, VIP
May 10:
Spokane, WA - Knitting Factory -TICKETS, VIP
May 11:
Boise, ID - Knitting Factory -TICKETS, VIP
May 13:
Great Falls, MT - The Newberry -TICKETS, VIP
May 15:
Sioux Falls, SD - The District -TICKETS, VIP
May 16:
Omaha, NE - Steelhouse Omaha -TICKETS, VIP
May 17:
Dubuque, IA - Five Flags Center -TICKETS, VIP
May 18:
Minneapolis, MN - Myth -TICKETS, VIP

Previously Announced Machine Killer Dates

Feb 1:Myrtle Beach, SC- House Of Blues -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 2:Orlando, FL- Orlando Amphitheater Pavillion -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 3:Ft Lauderdale, FL- Revolution -TICKETS (low), VIP
Feb 4:
Tampa. FL- Hard Rock Event Center - (SOLD OUT)
Feb 6:Charlotte, NC- The Fillmore -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 7:Norfolk, VA- The NorVa -TICKETS, VIP, VIP
Feb 9:Atlantic City, NJ- Tropicana -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 10:Sayreville, NJ- Starland Ballroom -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 12:Stroudsburg, PA- Sherman Theater -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 13:New Haven, CT- College Street Music Hall -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 14:Huntington, NY- The Paramount -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 16:Worcester, MA- The Palladium -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 17:Buffalo, NY- Buffalo Riverworks -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 18:Toronto, ON- Pickering Resort Casino -Tickets, VIP
Feb 19:Pittsburgh, PA- Stage AE -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 21:Columbus, OH- Kemba Live -TICKETS, VIP
Feb 22:Cleveland, OH- Agora Theater -TICKETS , VIP
Feb 23:Grand Rapids, MI- 20 Monroe Live -TICKETS , VIP
Feb 24:
Chicago, IL- Radius -TICKETS , VIP
Feb 26:Madison, WI- The Sylvee -TICKETS (low) , VIP
Feb 27:Newport, KY- MegaCorp Pavillion -TICKETS , VIP
Feb 28:Nashville, TN- Brooklyn Bowl -TICKETS , VIP

And don't miss out on VIP packages including limited edition items and one of a kind experiences.

 

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Dope Join Static-X And Sevendust on a 2nd Leg of the Co-Headline Tour!

By Lekberg Enterprises

Dope Join Static-X And Sevendust on a 2nd Leg of the Co-Headline Tour!

Due to the overwhelming excitement by fans for The Machine Killer Tour, metal legends Sevendust and Static-X are announcing a second leg in February 2024. Rockers DOPE and newcomers Lines of Loyalty will continue to act as support for The Machine Killer Tour.

Use code "MK2024" for access to the pre-sale starting at 10am in each market today! VIP packages for each date are now available right here as well!

The public on sale is Friday, September 22 at 10am in each market. More information on tickets for all shows and VIP packages can be found at each link below.

The Machine Killer Tour
Oct 6: Houston, TX - 713 Music Hall - Tickets
Oct 7: Dallas, TX - The Factory - Tickets
Oct 8: Little Rock, AR - The Hall - Tickets
Oct 10: Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle - Tickets
Oct 11: Murfreesboro, TN - Hop Springs Beer Park - Tickets
Oct 13: Greensboro, NC - Piedmont Hall - Tickets
Oct 14: Silver Spring, MD - The Fillmore - Tickets
Oct 15: Lancaster, PA - Freedom Hall @ Lancaster Convention Center - Tickets
Oct 17: Detroit, MI - The Fillmore - Tickets
Oct 18: Ft Wayne, IN - The Clyde - Tickets
Oct 19: Gary, IN - Hard Rock Live - Tickets
Oct 20: Clive, IA - Horizon - Tickets
Oct 22: Chesterfield, MO - The Factory - Tickets
Oct 23: Kansas City, MO - Midland Theatre - Tickets
Oct 24: Tulsa, OK - Tusla Theater - Tickets
Oct 25: Denver, CO - The Fillmore - Tickets
Oct 27: Albuquerque, NM - Revel - Tickets
Oct 28: El Paso, TX - Speaking Rock (21+) - FREE SHOW
Oct 30: Phoenix, AZ - Marquee Theater - Tickets
Oct 31: Anaheim, CA - House Of Blues - Tickets
Nov 1: Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern - Tickets
Feb 1: Myrtle Beach, SC - House Of Blues - Tickets
Feb 2: Orlando, FL - Orlando Amphitheater Pavillion - Tickets
Feb 3: Ft Lauderdale, FL - Revolution - Tickets
Feb 4: Tampa. FL - Hard Rock Event Center - Tickets
Feb 6: Charlotte, NC - The Fillmore - Tickets
Feb 7: Norfolk, VA - The NorVa - Tickets
Feb 9: Atlantic City, NJ - Tropicana - Tickets
Feb 10: Sayreville, NJ - Starland Ballroom - Tickets
Feb 12: Stroudsburg, PA - Sherman Theater - Tickets
Feb 13: New Haven, CT - College Street Music Hall - Tickets
Feb 14: Huntington, NY - The Paramount - Tickets
Feb 16: Worcester, MA - The Palladium - Tickets
Feb 17: Buffalo, NY - Buffalo Riverworks - Tickets
Feb 18: Toronto, ON - Pickering Resort Casino - Tickets
Feb 19: Pittsburgh, PA - Stage AE - Tickets
Feb 21: Columbus, OH - Kemba Live - Tickets
Feb 22: Cleveland, OH - Agora Theater - Tickets
Feb 23: Grand Rapids, MI - 20 Monroe Live - Tickets
Feb 24: Chicago, IL - Radius - Tickets
Feb 26: Madison, WI - The Sylvee - Tickets
Feb 27: Newport, KY - MegaCorp Pavillion - Tickets

And don't miss out on VIP packages including limited edition items and one of a kind experiences.

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Dope Join Static-X and Sevendust On The Machine Killer Tour

By Edsel Dope

Dope Join Static-X and Sevendust On The Machine Killer Tour

A tour reunion that is over two decades in the making will return this Fall. In 1999, metal legends Sevendust, Static-X, & DOPE were each exploding onto the scene, while pairing up to create one of the most memorable tours of the year. Fast forward to 2023 and this incredible tour package is primed to deliver a super-charged evening of unforgettable music for newfound and lifelong fans of this resurging genre.

The Machine Killer Tour co-headlined by Static-X & Sevendust is named after the GOLD certified sophomore album Machine by Static-X and their recently acclaimed Rise Of The Machine tour, along with the upcoming fourteenth studio album from Sevendust, Truth Killer. Rockers DOPE (who also participated in the 1999 tour) and newcomers Lines of Loyalty will act as support for The Machine Killer Tour.

We are excited to bring the fans an even bigger and better show than the last one” says Xer0. “We are already building the new production elements and we intend to blow the roofs off of these venues each night.

We can’t wait to hit the road with our friends in Static-X and DOPE. It has been 24 years since the last time we have shared a stage with those guys. We can’t wait to do it again this Fall and to bring together all of our family members together in one place,” explains Lajon Witherspoon.

We are beyond thrilled to be touring with Sevendust again” says Tony Campos. “They bring one hell of a show each and every night, so this tour is going to be one for the ages.

"We’re excited to join our friends in Static-X and Dope who we share much history with on tour,” add Clint Lowery. “I have no doubt that this will be an extremely entertaining and high production run. The bands and the fans have much to look forward to on this one. Do not miss out!

Tickets are on sale to the public at 10am Local on Friday June 16th and we will email this list with a pre-sale code tomorrow.

The Machine Killer Tour
Oct 6: Houston, TX - 713 Music Hall - Tickets
Oct 7: Dallas, TX - The Factory - Tickets
Oct 8: Little Rock, AR - The Hall - Tickets
Oct 10: Atlanta, GA - Tabernacle - Tickets
Oct 11: Murfreesboro, TN - Hop Springs Beer Park - Tickets
Oct 13: Greensboro, NC - Piedmont Hall - Tickets
Oct 14: Silver Spring, MD - The Fillmore - Tickets
Oct 15: Lancaster, PA - Freedom Hall @ Lancaster Convention Center - Tickets
Oct 17: Detroit, MI - The Fillmore - Tickets
Oct 18: Ft Wayne, IN - The Clyde - Tickets
Oct 19: Gary, IN - Hard Rock Live - Tickets
Oct 20: Clive, IA - Horizon - Tickets
Oct 22: Chesterfield, MO - The Factory - Tickets
Oct 23: Kansas City, MO - Midland Theatre - Tickets
Oct 24: Tulsa, OK - Tusla Theater - Tickets
Oct 26: Denver, CO - The Fillmore - Tickets
Oct 27: Albuquerque, NM - Revel - Tickets
Oct 28: El Paso, TX - Speaking Rock (21+) - FREE SHOW
Oct 30: Phoenix, AZ - Marquee Theater - Tickets
Oct 31: Anaheim, CA - House Of Blues - Tickets
Nov 1: Los Angeles, CA - The Wiltern - Tickets

Grab your limited VIP Packages here!

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Blood Money Part Zer0 Is Out Now!

By Edsel Dope

Blood Money Part Zer0 Is Out Now!

The wait is finally over! The full new album, Blood Money Part Zer0, is out now.  Pick up a physical copy here, download it for free here, or stream it wherever you listen to music.

Tour starts tomorrow and over half of it is already sold out! A limited number of tickets are available here and you can check at the merch booth the night of the show to see if any VIP packages are available. All online packages are sold out.

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LISTEN: New Single "Lovesong (feat. Drama Club)" from Blood Money Part Zer0 out NOW!

By Edsel Dope

LISTEN: New Single "Lovesong (feat. Drama Club)" from Blood Money Part Zer0 out NOW!

With less than two weeks left until the release of Blood Money Part Zer0. Today the 9th single "Lovesong (feat. Drama Club)" is available.  Watch the visualizer below and get the whole album for free right here.

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