After a five year recording hiatus, indie rock trio The Cribs, brothers Gary, Ryan, and Ross Jarman, have made a triumphant return with their lead single, ‘Summer Seizures’ signalling a fresh chapter in their two-decade-long career. August 18 marks not only the release of this first taste from their forthcoming album Selling A Vibe, but also the announcement of a new UK headline tour and major live dates ahead.
Ryan Jarman noted, ‘Summer Seizures’ was the first song we wrote in the new album sessions, setting the tone for everything that followed.” The track channels deep introspection, touching on themes of love, tragedy, and the journey toward self-acceptance, framed against a vivid summer backdrop. The song received its first play on Radio 6 by Steve Lamacq.
Gary Jarman has emphasised the personal nature of Selling A Vibe, expressing a desire for the record to transcend genre labels like “indie rock” or “punk.” Instead, the hope is that listeners connect with the songs as honest reflections of the trio’s experiences and emotions.
Sonically, Selling A Vibe is set to mark a turning point, combining their raw indie roots with a polished, pop-infused sensibility that reflects their growth and the current musical climate. The music video for ‘Summer Seizures’ was directed by Andy Knowles and shot on 16mm film, embraces this vision with a raw, authentic feel.
Selling A Vibe is scheduled for release on January 9, 2026, their first studio album since Night Network in 2020. To celebrate the release, The Cribs will embark on a UK headline tour in March 2026, with stops in cities including Newcastle, Sheffield, Manchester, Birmingham, Nottingham, Cardiff, and Brighton.
Before the tour begins, fans in London have a special opportunity: on August 23, 2025, the band will headline an intimate War Child benefit show at the Shacklewell Arms, followed the next day by a performance at All Points East, and then on to a stretch in North American.
In short, ‘Summer Seizures’ isn’t just a comeback, it’s a declaration of The Cribs’ renewed purpose and their place in contemporary music, in a time where it has been disputed.
