Dirty Side Down, the 11th studio album from Widespread Panic is set

for a May 25th release on ATO Records. Dirty Side Down is comprised

of 12 songs that incorporate Panic s unique blend of rock, jazz and

blues inspired textures into songs flowing with melody, rhythm and

emotion.

After 24 years, Widespread Panic remain one of America s best live

bands, and most successful touring acts. Aside from their legendary

live shows, they continue to raise the bar in their genre through their

songwriting, and Dirty Side Down is a prime example. Band members

John Bell (vocals/guitar), John Hermann (keyboards/vocals), Jimmy

Herring (lead guitar), Todd Nance (drums/vocals), Domingo Ortiz (percussion) and Dave Schools (bass/vocals) combine their efforts by writing, or co-writing, 10 of the album s 12 tracks. Songs, such as the dark, multi-layered opener Saint Ex , the boogie blues of Jaded Tourist or the laid back Southern nature of When You Coming Home showcase Widespread Panic s dynamic range as songwriters and musicians.