“Breath of Life”, is the first official single released for the upcoming summer film, ‘Snow White and The Huntsman’ performed by Florence + The Machine.

Reportedly written from the perspective of the evil Queen Raveena; “I just thought that the queen was such an amazing character, literally sucking the life of young girls,” said Welch. The song is about the evil queen trying to capture the youth and beauty of Snow White.

Welch’s chilling voice is perfect for this menacing version of a classic fairytale, gliding over a harmonious blend of melodies and pulsating drums. Complete with a full orchestra, the live symphony adds to the tracks epic “heavenly” haunting quality with rising anticipation. “I think the audience, I would like them to be slightly afraid,” said Welch.

After the overwhelming success of the soundtrack’s first single, it has left US fans anxious, wanting for more. The official announcement came earlier this Monday, that Florence + The Machine will be returning to the United States for third time this coming Fall 2012. The ‘Ceremonials’ tour plays for 13 dates throughout the country starting in Mansfield, MA on September 14 and wrapping up in Albuquerque, NM on October 10.

Florence + The Machine’s sophomore album ‘Ceremonials’ went straight to number one in UK after selling over 90,000 copies in its first week alone. I had a near matching success in the states, peaking at #1 on the charts and placing top 10 on the US Billboard chart with the albums second track ‘Shake it out’ and ‘What the Water Gave Me’.

Expect the ‘Ceremonials’ tour performances to be filled with theatrical emotion amidst an echoing gospel choir with songs like ‘Leave My Body” and ‘Only for a Night’ written about Welch’s long passed grandmother appearing to her in a dream…“and the only solution was to stand and fight, and my body was loosing all the satellites, but you came over me like a holy life, and I know how this works, you’re the only light, only if for a night…”

The tour will also feature bands, The Maccabees and The Weekend. A majestic platform of strings, bellowing tribal drums and Welch’s compelling baroque-pop stylized vocals the audience will be left with no short of feeling, an awakening of the soul and senses. Tickets go on sale May 11.

Tour Dates

Sep 14 – Comcast Center, Mansfield, MA

Sep 15 – Nikon at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh, NY

Sep 19 – Merriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD

Sep 21 – Raleigh Amphitheatre, Raleigh, NC

Sep 25 – USF Sun Dome, Tampa Bay, FL

Oct 1 – Starlight Theater, Kansas City, MO

Oct 7 – Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA

Oct 10 – Hard Rock Casino Presents: The Pavilion, Alburquerque, NM

Visit the official website for a complete listing of tour dates and info.

The “Snow White and The Huntsman” soundtrack will be available be on May 29. The complete track listing has yet to be announced. Look out for the film in theaters nation wide June 1.

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VH1′s beloved, popular franchise, ”VH1 Divas,” has announced a special tribute to Amy Winehouse at this year’s “VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” with performances by Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings, Florence Welch (Florence + The Machine) and Wanda Jackson. ”VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” premieres Monday, December 19 at 9 PM/8c on VH1.

The tribute will reflect Winehouse’s contribution to modern, London soul music. Some highlights of the tribute will include Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings performing “You Know I’m No Good,” and Florence Welch (Florence + The Machine) and Wanda Jackson will perform her song “Back to Black.” The Dap-Kings contributed a number of tracks for Winehouse’s Grammy Award-winning album “Back to Black.”In addition, Nas, who collaborated with Winehouse on the first single of her current posthumous album, will introduce the tribute medley.

“VH1 Divas Celebrates Soul” will bring together some of the best singers across the globe, men and women alike, to honor the soulful cities that inspired these divas and their art.  The headlining “divas” were announced at an earlier date including: Mary J. Blige, Kelly Clarkson, Florence + The Machine, Jennifer Hudson Mary J. Blige, Kelly Clarkson, Florence + The Machine, Jennifer Hudson, Jessie J., Jessie J. and Jill Scott.

Previously announced performers include: Chaka Khan, Erykah Badu, Sharon Jones & the Dap-Kings, Boyz II Men, Estelle, Marsha Ambrosius, Travie McCoy , Anita Baker, Mavis Staples , Wanda Jackson and Ledisi. Previously announced presenters include: Dolly Parton, Queen Latifah, Terrence Howard, Nas, Common and La La Anthony . In addition, Martha Reeves (Martha & The Vandellas) has just signed on as a performer and Archie Panjabi and Sherri Shepherd have signed on as presenters.

The cities honored include: Chicago, Detroit, London, Memphis and Philadelphia. Accompanied by one of the most exciting groups of modern soul, The Roots, with Questlove and Adam Blackstone as musical directors, each ‘diva’ will pay tribute through not only their own soul-inspired songs, but some of the greatest classics that have shaped a genre.

In addition, for the first time, the “VH1 Divas” red carpet will be livestreamed on VH1.com on Sunday, December 18 from 5-7pm ET. Sponsored by Samsung and hosted by VH1 personality La La Anthony, the livestream will provide fans an unfiltered front-row seat to all the red carpet action and will feature real time interviews with entertainment’s biggest stars. Beginning Monday, December 19, fans can view a curated red carpet highlights video on VH1.com.

As in previous years, this edition of “VH1 Divas” will benefit the VH1 Save The Music Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of music education in a child’s life. VH1 Save The Music Foundation is auctioning special “Divas” ticket packages on leading charity auction site, charitybuzz.com.

Fans will have an opportunity to watch the sound check, walk the red carpet and more, all available online through December 15. Proceeds from these exclusive packages benefit the Foundation’s mission to equip students with the tools to lead, innovate and create in the 21st century.  For more information, please visit www.vh1savethemusic.org.

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