Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame guitarist Carlos Santana has announced he will hit the road with his band across North America this summer for the "Supernatural Now" tour. The three-month, 29-date celebration will commemorate two of the most important milestones in the iconic guitarist's career: the 20th anniversary of his groundbreaking, multiple Grammy-winning album "Supernatural" and the 50th anniversary of his momentous performance at Woodstock. Produced by Live Nation, the "Supernatural Now" tour begins on June 22 at the Ak-Chin Pavilion in Phoenix, Arizona, and will make stops in Dallas, Chicago, Toronto, and more before it concludes on August 25 at the Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, New York. Tickets will go on sale to the general public beginning January 25 at LiveNation.com. Critically acclaimed rock band THE DOOBIE BROTHERS, who have sold more than 48 million albums and won four Grammy Awards, will appear on all dates. The band is known for their roots-based, harmony-laden, guitar-driven rock and roll set. Reflecting on the cosmic significance of both anniversaries occurring in the same year, Santana says: "Both were monumental moments in my life. Woodstock and 'Supernatural' took me to places I never dreamed were possible. I embraced those incredible moments in my life with all my heart. Both were supreme lessons in maintaining focus, heart and integrity in every step every day and to strive to better oneself with a high standard on and off the stage. I cannot think of these two moments without thinking about Mr. Bill Graham and Mr. Clive Davis. They are two of many angels in my life that helped shape my career." The 1999 album "Supernatural" was an unparalleled success and a watershed event in Santana's career. Containing the back-to-back No. 1 singles "Smooth" and "Maria Maria", the album sold over 30 million copies worldwide, topped the charts in over a dozen countries and swept the 2000 Grammy Awards, winning a record-tying nine Grammys, including "Album Of The Year," as well as three Latin Grammys, including "Record Of The Year." "With 'Supernatural', I felt I had a masterpiece of joy in my heart," says Santana. "While we were creating the album, I knew we were touching upon something inspiring and that we were creating music that was timeless, like Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' or Bob Marley's 'Exodus'. But no one was prepared for the 'Supernatural' spiritual virus that moved across the world. The album touched little kids and grandparents and all points in between. I am very grateful to Clive Davis for helping me craft this seminal album that is still as relevant and infectious as the day it was released." "We are honored and humbled to be celebrating the 20th anniversary of one of the most successful albums of all time," says Michael Vrionis, president of Universal Tone Management. "Carlos's music is as vibrant and as relevant as it was when 'Supernatural' debuted. Our concerts will showcase the melodies, grooves and brilliance of one of the greatest guitarists of all time, Carlos Santana." Thirty years before "Supernatural", Santana mesmerized the then record-breaking audience at Woodstock — the band's performance of "Soul Sacrifice" is regarded as one of the high points of the classic concert documentary. "I'll never forget the way the music sounded, bouncing up against a field of bodies," says Santana. "It's well documented that I was tripping during our performance. At one point, the guitar turned into an electric snake, twisting and turning. I kept willing the snake not to move and praying that it stayed in tune. By the time we played 'Soul Sacrifice', I was able to breathe and focus, and the band crystalized as one. The magic of Woodstock would not have been possible without Bill Graham. No one had heard of us yet, but he made sure we were on the bill. He is always in my heart." While Santana will highlight songs from both his "Supernatural" and Woodstock eras on the "Supernatural Now" tour, the guitarist says that the setlist won't be a dedicated nostalgia trip. The band (which also features Santana's wife, Cindy Blackman Santana, on drums) will perform new tracks from Santana's soon-to-be released EP, "In Search Of Mona Lisa" (due out January 25), as well as a much-anticipated, upcoming full-length produced by maverick hitmaker Rick Rubin. Carlos Santana recently signed with Concord Records, which will release both discs. "We're always moving forward, and we have incredible new songs and melodies that will inspire you," says Santana. "I feel like a 20-year-old on stage playing with this band, and they deliver on every song. When we hit the stage, we know we will touch your heart and make you dance, sing, cry, laugh and leave your baggage behind. The shows will be well balanced between the hits of yesterday, today and tomorrow…with energy!" The 2019 dates for the "Supernatural Now" tour will focus on North America, but Santana is looking to bring his dual-anniversary extravaganza to Europe, Asia, South America, Australia and New Zealand next year. The original Woodstock festival took place between August 15-19, 1969. Santana reflects: "It is an honor to celebrate the anniversary of this historic event and return to that sacred ground once again in August. I have a lot of ideas about the anniversary and how to honor those who are no longer with us to celebrate. It is going to be an inspiring summer and we invite you to join us and celebrate life!" To reward Santana's loyal fans for years of support and in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the award-winning album "Supernatural", Carlos would like to share his latest masterpiece, a new full-length album of highly energetic and hypnotic songs, rhythms, melodies and grooves from Santana. Each pair of tickets purchased for this historic tour will receive this wonderful collection of new music as a special bonus. Santana's "Supernatural Now" North American tour dates: Jun. 22 - Phoenix, AZ - Ak-Chin Pavilion Jun. 23 - San Diego, CA - North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre Jun. 24 - Los Angeles, CA - Hollywood Bowl Jun. 26 - Mountain View, CA - Shoreline Amphitheatre Jun. 27 - Wheatland, CA - Toyota Amphitheatre Jun. 29 - Seattle, WA - White River Amphitheatre Jun. 30 - Portland, OR - Sunlight Supply Amphitheater Jul. 02 - Salt Lake City, UT - USANA Amphitheatre Jul. 03 - Denver, CO - Pepsi Center Jul. 06 - Dallas, TX - Dos Equis Pavilion Jul. 09 - Austin, TX - Austin360 Amphitheater Jul. 11 - Kansas City, MO - Sprint Center Jul. 12 - St. Louis, MO - Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre Aug. 03 – St. Paul, MN - Xcel Energy Center Aug. 04 - Chicago, IL - Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre Aug. 06 - Toronto, ON - Budweiser Stage Aug. 07 - Cleveland, OH - Blossom Music Center Aug. 09 - Indianapolis, IN - Ruoff Home Mortgage Music Center Aug. 10 - Cincinnati, OH - Riverbend Music Center Aug. 11 - Detroit, MI - DTE Energy Music Theatre Aug. 13 - Charlotte, NC - PNC Music Pavilion Aug. 14 - Washington, DC - Jiffy Lube Live Aug. 16 - Darien Center, NY - Darien Lake Amphitheater Aug. 18 - Holmdel, NJ - PNC Bank Arts Center Aug. 20 - Boston, MA - Xfinity Center Aug. 21 - Hartford, CT - XFINITY Theatre Aug. 23 - Saratoga, NY - Saratoga Performing Arts Center Aug. 24 - Camden, NJ - BB&T Pavilion Aug. 25 - Wantagh, NY - Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
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