MON ROVÎA DROPS DEFIANT ANTHEM “HEAVY FOOT”

Mon Rovîa unveils his powerful new single “Heavy Foot,” a stirring protest anthem that blends raw emotion with bold social commentary. The release follows a milestone moment: Mon became the first-ever musical artist guest on The Mel Robbins Podcast, where he joined the renowned speaker and author for an in-depth conversation on art, activism, and resilience.

Mon explains, “‘Heavy Foot’ lays bare the scars of a broken system, all under the weight of a heavy-footed government. Yet, through this gravity, it sings of unbreakable unity—reminding us that in the face of oppression, our love and solidarity can defy the forces that try to hold us down.”

“Heavy Foot” is a testament to Mon’s ability to channel personal and collective pain into sonic liberation. The track continues his tradition of defying genre boundaries—merging his West African heritage with Appalachian folk storytelling to create a unique and deeply resonant sound.

The new release also sets the stage for Mon Rovîa’s highly anticipated ‘A Place To Gather’ Fall North American Headline Tour—his most expansive run to date. Spanning major cities and iconic venues across the U.S. and Canada, like Irving Plaza, First Avenue, Brooklyn Bowl Philly, and more, the tour will showcase Mon’s electrifying live presence and bring his message of healing and unity to new audiences across the continent.

TOUR DATES:

6.29 – Bellevue, CO @ The Mishawaka

6.30 – Aspen, CO @ Belly Up Aspen

7.4 – Missoula, MT @ Zootown Music Festival / Missoula County Fairgrounds

7.5 – Spokane, WA @ Bing Crosby Theater

7.7 – Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom

7.8 – Portland, OR @ Topaz Farm

7.26 – Newport, RI @ Fort Adams State Park (Newport Folk Festival)

7.27 – Newport, RI @ Fort Adams State Park (Newport Folk Festival)

7.29 – Nashville, TN @ Grand Ole Opry **** JUST ADDED

9.4 – Nashville, TN @ Rooftop at Bobby Nashville

9.11 – Abiquiú, NM @ Ghost Ranch (Blossoms & Bones Festival)

9.13 – Nashville, TN @ AMERICANAFEST

9.18 – Houston, TX @ The Heights Theater

9.19 – Austin, TX @ Scoot Inn

9.20 – Dallas, TX @ The Kessler Theater

9.21 – San Antonio, TX @ Stable Hall

9.24 – Phoenix, AZ @ Crescent Ballroom

9.25 – Los Angeles, CA @ Belasco Theater

9.27 – Dana Point, CA @ Ohana Festival

9.28 – San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore

9.29 – Healdsburg, CA @ Little Saint

10.1 – Eugene, OR @ WOW Hall

10.2 – Seattle, WA @ The Showbox

10.4 – Boise, ID @ Shrine Social Club

10.5 – Salt Lake City, UT @ The Grant at The Complex

10.7 – Englewood, CO @ Gothic Theatre

11.2 – Bentonville, AR @ The Momentary

11.3 – Kansas City, MO @ Madrid Theatre

11.4 – Omaha, NE @ Slowdown

11.6 – Chicago, IL @ Thalia Hall

11.7 – Minneapolis, MN @ First Avenue

11.8 – Milwaukee, WI @ Vivarium

11.9 – Ann Arbor, MI @ The Ark

11.11 – Toronto, ON @ The Opera House

11.12 – Montreal, QC @ Théâtre Fairmount

11.14 – Boston, MA @ Royale 

11.15 – Philadelphia, PA @ Brooklyn Bowl Philly

11.16 – New Canaan, CT @ Grace Farms

11.18 – New York, NY @ Irving Plaza

11.19 – Washington, DC @ Howard Theatre

Buy tickets for his upcoming North America Headline Tour here!

Originally from Liberia and now rooted in Tennessee, Mon was named one of Spotify’s 2024 Juniper Artists to Watch, and has quickly captivated audiences around the globe. He’s sold out every headline show to date and performed on iconic stages including Bonnaroo, Austin City Limits, Zootown Missoula and the Newport Folk Festival. His touring history includes stints with Gregory Alan Isakov, and Josiah and the Bonnevilles, and most recently, a standout performance supporting Quinn XCII at Red Rocks.

He recently completed a sold-out European tour in May 2025 and a performance at Boston Calling, further cementing his status as a global artist on the rise. Mon is returning to the Newport Folk Festival—solidifying his reputation as one of the most compelling and original voices in contemporary folk and indie music. He will also make his Grand Ole Opry debut in Nashville on July 29th, marking a significant milestone in his rising career.

With “Heavy Foot,” a landmark podcast appearance, and an expansive fall tour ahead, Mon Rovîa continues to redefine what modern folk can sound—and stand—for.