In June 2020, The Tourmaliners sign with surf music label Altered State of Reverb out of Washington DC. With the help of ASoR president Josh Graham, the band looks to further widen their reach, including increased album releases, overall album sales and touring opportunities. Visit ASoR label on Instagram and Facebook
Today The Tourmaliners were nominated for a 2020 San Diego Music Award for their album "Tourmaline Dream." The album has been nominated for Best Rock Album! We are honored and privileged to be nominated by the San Diego music community! The award ceremony is held at the House Of Blues San Diego on March 23rd. The band Switchfoot along with many other amazing San Diego artists will be performing. Tickets are available through Live Nation at: https://concerts1.livenation.com/event/0A00582DCA8D326E
“the band (The Tourmaliners) also includes originals from their new album, Tourmaline Dream, in their set, with tunes such as “Point Break,” sounding as good as the classic tunes of their influences.”
— Bart Mendoza - San Diego Music Columnist, San Diego Union Tribune, Axcess Magazine, Shindig
"One such band currently making its mark across the globe is San Diego’s own Tourmaliners, featuring guitarist Deven Berryhill alongside a core of top musicians ...Notably, Berryhill is the son of legendary guitarist Bob Berryhill, best known as leader of legendary surf combo, The Surfari’s of “Wipe Out” and “Surfer Joe” fame. Meanwhile, The Tourmaliners recently scored “Album of the Year” from noted British magazine, Pipeline, for their debut release..." - New article from Bart Mendoza for Music Scene San Diego
“...this (Tourmaline Dream) has to be a top contender for Pipeline's album of the year. Simply superb”
Tourmaline Dream Voted "Album Of The Year 2019"
The Tourmaliners
We are honored to be chosen as Pipeline Magazine UK's album of the year for 2019. Special thanks to editors Alan Taylor and Dave Burke for your generous support!
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