Metal, Rasta, Punk infused heavyweights(hed)pe have just inked a worldwide deal with Pavement Entertainment. The band's 9th studio album aptly titled "Evolution" is currently being finished and mixed for a summer 2014 release. "Evolution" sees(Hed)pe returning to its heavier roots that fans have come to admire over the band's lengthy career.

"(Hed)pe is stoked to become part of the Pavement Family...they are the perfect record label to release our new album EVOLUTION...cuz its heavy as F**K, and the label specializes in heavy music...i appreciate the fact that Pavement understands hedpe's commitment to underground music and art, and i look forward to getting this album out...very exciting times!"

The band will be hitting the road with fellow label mates Smile Empty Soul beginning in February. Dates are as follows:

2/19 - Tuscaloosa, Al - Rhythm and Brews
2/20 - Montgomery, Al - Rock Bottom
2/21 - Birmingham, Al - Iron Horse
2/22 - Meridian, Miss. - Rhythm and Brews
2/24 - Baton Rouge, La. - Varsity Theater
2/25 - New Orleans, La. - Hangar 13
2/27 - Shreveport, La. - Riverside Warehouse
2/28 - Tulsa, Ok - The Vanguard
3/1 - Salina, KS - Amuse Ballroom
3/2 - Sauget, IL - Pops
3/3 - Manhattan, KS - RC McGraws
3/4 - Wichita, KS - Lizard Lounge
3/7 - Corpus Christi, TX- Zero's
3/8 - McAllen, TX- Smokin Aces
3/9 - San Antonio, TX - Backstage Live