The Hives are about to let their presence be known in the States as the Swedish rockers plan to bring their brand of rock n roll to concert venues across North America. 

While they have been known for quite some time in Europe, The Hives are among the latest group of bands to gain critical attention in the US who are predicted to be the next big thing, including the Strokes and the White Stripes.

The Hives tour dates:

5/26 - San Diego, Ca - the Scene
5/27 - Hollywood, Ca - Roxy Theater
5/28 - Hollywood, Ca - Roxy Theater
5/29 - San Francisco, Ca - Slim's 
5/30 � Portland, Or - Crystal Ballroom
5/31 � Seattle, Wa - Graceland 
6/1 - Vancouver - Richard's On Richards
6/4 � Minneapolis, Minn - First Avenue 
6/5 � Chicago, Il - Metro / Smart Bar 
6/6 � Detroit, Mich - Magic Stick 
6/7 � Cleveland, Oh - Beachland Ballroom and Tavern 
6/8 - Toronto - Opera House 
6/9 - Montreal - Club Soda 
6/11 � Cambridge, Ma - Middle East Club 
6/12-13 - New York, NY - Bowery Ballroom 
6/14 � Philadelphia, Pa - Transit 
6/15 - Washington DC - Black Cat