Former indie-rockers O.A.R. [ tickets ], who earlier this year delivered their first major-label album, return to the tour trail in early 2004.

The group launches a month-long U.S. outing in late January, beginning with a two-night stand in Philadelphia. Members of the band's official fan club and those subscribed to the group's mailing list have first shot at tickets via online pre-sales.

Ticket pre-sales for most shows begin on Monday (12/22), followed by on-sales to the general public beginning Friday (12/26). More information is available at the group's website.

After releasing four indie-label albums, O.A.R. offered up its Lava Records debut in late May. The group recorded the set--titled "Between Now and Then"--with producer John Alagia (Dave Matthews, John Mayer) and engineer Jeff Juliano.

"Working with John and Jeff is not only fun; they force you to challenge yourself," bassist Benj Gershman said in a statement. "That's a really good thing for musicians who are always trying to come up with something better and something that stands the test of time a little bit more."

O.A.R. rose to prominence by building a large grassroots following thanks to endless touring and by allowing fans to record and trade tapes of its shows.