OMD to Cross the Pond

Do you live in one of the lucky cities that will host synth gods Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark this March? Sigh. I would have to go all the way from Seattle to San Francisco to see these idols from my youth, and I doubt that's going to happen. OMD haven't toured America since the 1988 stadium tour with Depeche Mode. So, yes, it's a big deal. The band is promising an old-style show... just "band, audience and songs," and it will be a mix of old and new favorites. Here are a couple of cool ticket options. All shows are general admission.

VIP package, $150: Admittance to show, intimate soundcheck experience and a band meet and greet. Exclusive autographed 8x10 photo and exclusive T-shirt. Plus tour program and your choice of 'History of Modern' CD or 180-gram vinyl with digital download. Limited to 30 people per venue.

Gold Package, $100: Admittance to show and intimate soundcheck experience. Exclusive autographed 8x10 photo and exclusive T-shirt. Plus tour program and your choice of 'History of Modern' CD or 180-gram vinyl with digital download. Limited to 70 people per venue.

Here are the dates. Drum roll, please. Some tickets are on sale.

March 5: Toronto, Phoenix Concert Theatre
March 6: Montreal, Le National
March 7: Boston, Paradise Rock Club
March 8: New York, Webster Hall
March 10: Washington, D.C., 9:30 Club
March 12: Chicago, Park West
March 14: Atlanta, The Loft
March 16: Houston, House Of Blues
March 17-19: Austin, SXSW
March 20: Dallas, Granada Theatre
March 22: Denver, Bluebird Theater
March 23: Salt Lake City, Depot
March 25: Los Angeles, The Music Box
March 26: San Francisco, Mezzanine