Grimshaw was then joined by Glasto’s organiser Emily Eavis, who couldn’t contain her excitement: “Do you know what, really good, we’ve come from the gates, which was very exciting. Me and my dad today just opened the gates, and it was so lovely. Welcoming everyone in, full of joy, excitement, anticipation… It was a really joyous occasion.” The opening staff was made out of Emily and her dad as well as Sudanese volunteers from Oxfam. There was also a countdown and a band, making a truly memorable welcome. Grimshaw noted hearing the “amazing roar” of the crowd from across the site, a sound Eavis described as the “most joy filled city in the whole of the United Kingdom for the next five days.”

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For the family, Glastonbury’s first day and gates opening is always an emotional moment: “It’s the best and most exciting, lovely, heart-warming feeling actually. I think it’s one of my favourite moments of the whole weekend. It’s all about these people having the best time over the next five days. It’s sort of quite moving when you think about the lengths that people go to make it good. The volunteers are really dedicated, they’ve been picking up stones in the arena or sewing crochet hearts onto branches, or painting bins and posts and making everything beautiful.”

She also shared her excitement about the exciting new opening ceremony for the Pyramid Stage: “We’re using a choir and some drummers, the refugee choir, and we’re going to scatter them through the crowd, and we’ve got some amazing artists who are going to be doing all kinds of trapeze. It’s not really about big names and all these headlines, it’s about celebrating the arts in all its forms.”

Emily Eavis wants one thing and one thing only for the crowd of music lovers and it’s to go home with a heart full of “optimism, hope, love, joy and peace”.

You can catch more of MXDWN’s coverage on Glastonbury here.

Speaking with Huw Stephens on BBC 6 Music, Dury revealed that he was caught scrolling Instagram, by cycling enthusiast Vine, while in a traffic jam.

Dury – son of punk rock pioneer Ian Dury – was promoting his upcoming album ‘allbarone’ when he recalled the coincidental story, saying: “Do you know what? This is a tragic story, but I drove there for the first half of making the record and then lost my license.

“I got caught in a traffic jam, and Jeremy Vine took a film of me looking at Instagram, which he deserves to, I’m not arguing about it.”

Aware of running into Vine in the BBC studios, Dury then joked: “Shouldn’t probably say that publicly, he’s probably in the other room, isn’t he?”

Vine has become infamous on social media for his habit of recording and sharing footage of London drivers, looking to raise awareness for the problems cyclists face in the city every day.

When drivers sound their horns because they’re just furious at the world. pic.twitter.com/CtonC97ROm

— Jeremy Vine | Here, on Tiktok, Insta & Facebook (@theJeremyVine) April 22, 2025

Well Baxter Dury has now got his response from Vine. Although he stopped short of apologising to the musician, Vine did share slight sympathy with the ‘Miami’ singer. Speaking to the Mail, Vine said: “This is very unfortunate. I would like Baxter to know that I love his dad’s music.

“I’m afraid mobile phone use in cars in London, particularly the posher parts, is an absolute curse. So I am quite tunnel-visioned about it. We have 1,700 road deaths a year. Sorry to be serious about it. Best wishes to Baxter.”

Vine has revealed recently that he has called it quits on the videos after receiving widespread backlash. Speaking on Twitter, he told he followers: “I’m stopping my cycling videos. The trolling just got too bad. They have had well over 100 million views but in the end the anger they generate has genuinely upset me.

Small announcement. I’m stopping my cycling videos. The trolling just got too bad. They have had well over 100 million views but in the end the anger they generate has genuinely upset me. pic.twitter.com/QWArHDPQwV — Jeremy Vine | Here, on Tiktok, Insta & Facebook (@theJeremyVine) April 27, 2025

“Some of the biggest videos were actually about the smallest incidents, like someone turning left in front of me. People are happy to discuss it and I actually think that we’d be safer if we all understood each other. People are going to drive 4x4s in Kensington and whatnot but they need to have a bit of care for me on a bicycle.

Although it may be a funny story and everyone can have a laugh about it, Vine does raise important points considering the deaths and dangers on London roads.

In other news relating to Baxter Dury, he recently announced his new album, ‘allbarone’, will be released on September 12. A UK tour will accompany the new album, head to this website to gain access to his mailing list for first access to tickets.

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  Jarvis Cocker and the rest of the band joined Laverne in the studio on Thursday morning to reveal the news, as well as discussing various aspects of its creation, inspiration, and what the future may hold. Asked “Why now?”, Cocker said, “The live shows were a big influence, and the songs seemed to come back to life. We just thought we’d carry on and see what we can conjure up.”  

Fans of the Stone Roses will understand exactly what the single, ‘Spike Island’, takes its name from. The infamous 1990 gig was already the subject of Pulp’s ‘Sorted for E’s & Whizz’, written by Cocker after hearing the phrase from a girl he met, despite not going to the show. ‘Spike Island’ shares a similar inspiration, written after Jason Buckle recounted a story to Cocker about a DJ who repeated the phrase “Spike Island, come alive” between each song.

Along with the album’s title and first single, we also have the tracklist. According to their Instagram announcement, fans will be treated to 11 new tracks, including ‘Spike Island’, though no order has been confirmed as of yet. The album was recorded in three weeks, produced by James Ford, and has contributions from longtime collaborator and occasional tour member, Richard Hawley. Of the announced tracks, ‘Farmer’s Market’ has already been played to fans, debuting at a September 2024 show in Los Angeles.   

Fans could have predicted the announcement, especially after their planned tour dates for 2025 were revealed in February. They posted six shows in the UK as part of the You Deserve More tour, as well as telling fans that dynamic pricing would not be used, with the band saying “We’re doing our best to make this fair and transparent”. They also revealed plans to play in Korea for the first time, as well as potential Australian shows on BBC Radio 6. The radio show also gave listeners a chance to ask questions, one of which was about a return to Glastonbury, to which Cocker said “Glastonbury has a very important place in our hearts, but there are no plans to play there.”

In other news, the new Pulp single is phenomenal. Great to have them back!

— Iain Jenkins (@iainjenkins.bsky.social) 10 April 2025 at 19:27

‘More’ will be Pulp’s first release since the passing of long-time bassist Steve Mackey, who passed away in March 2023. “People who you’re close to, you never forget them,” Cocker said. “But you can do things to remember them by.” The album is dedicated to Mackey’s memory.

 

 

 

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The upcoming release makes Pulp the third out of the Britpop “big four” to release an album in the 2020’s, following on from Suede’s ‘Autofiction’ in 2022, and Blur’s ‘The Ballad of Darren’ in 2023, both of which were well received. Meanwhile, Oasis are less than 100 days away from embarking on their eagerly-anticipated reunion tour, proving that even 30 years on from those heady days, Britpop is alive and well.

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  The 76-year-old has experience on the station, having fulfilled a similar role in 2013 when he stood in for Pulp frontman, Jarvis Cocker, on his own Sunday afternoon show, ‘Jarvis Cocker’s Sunday Service’. Cooper Clarke’s performance was reviewed by The Guardian, with Nosheen Iqbal saying, “Hearing Cooper Clarke pontificate is probably as close as 6 Music gets to replicating the ‘down the pub’ chatty spirit so many shows work to achieve.”  

The Bard of Salford was on Laura Laverne’s Radio 6 show on Friday, celebrating World Poetry Day, in which he chose some of his favourite readings throughout the show. On the BBC website, the stand-in slot promises “a Sabbath Special, the compulsory Elvis number, and a nod to Iggy via Clarke’s Compilation Corner”.

@bbc6music Happy World Poetry Day John Cooper Clarke joined Lauren to share some of his favourite poetry recordings. Listen on @bbcsounds and on your Smart Speaker #worldpoetryday #johncooperclarke ♬ original sound – BBC Radio 6 Music

This afternoon’s show opened with a tribute to the late Johnny Green, Cooper Clarke’s tour manager and friend. The poet told audiences that Green’s “invisible fingerprints were all over this afternoon’s playlist.” Green found success as the road manager for the Clash, documenting his time with them in the book, ‘A Riot of Our Own’, and also managed US musician Joe Ely. He died earlier this month, with tributes pouring in from across the punk world.  

Cooper Clarke has often mentioned the impact that Iggy Pop has had on him on more than one occasion. He likened himself to the titular passenger in Pop’s song, when revealing his influences, and saying “It’s a poor artist who only paints the picturesque.”

The BBC website for ‘Iggy Confidential’ seems to indicate that Cooper Clarke’s run will last for two shows spread over three weeks, those being 23 March and 6 April. The intervening weekend will feature a wrap-up show for the BBC Radio 6 Music Festival, which takes place next week in Manchester. Cooper Clarke is also set to perform in Manchester next week, headlining an event at the Co-op LIVE arena on Saturday, 29 March, making him the first poet to headline an arena in the UK.  

It will be a busy week for the poet, as he is also set to receive an award at the Northern Music Awards, held in Liverpool on Thursday, 27 March. Cooper Clarke will be awarded the Northern Music Award, which celebrates a legacy act who is a “household name with a long and highly-respected career that is still active in music.”  

This could go down as the best few weeks radio for a long long time. Listening to Dr Clarke tell some stories whilst plying a bit of music for two hours each day. All for free.

— Streetwise Stu (@StreetwiseStu79) March 23, 2025

Reaction to the news of Cooper Clarke’s shows was extremely positive, with one X user saying: “This could go down as the best few weeks radio for a long long time. Listening to Dr Clarke tell some stories whilst playing a bit of music for two hours each day. All for free.”

With an exclusive mix of punk, reggae, and old school rock ‘n’ roll, Cooper Clarke’s first show goes toe-to-toe with Pop’s own renowned playlists. It’s clear to see that the punk poet has meticulously curated the show, from each song, the order, and the dedications to his late friend. 

The show is available on BBC Sounds for 29 days.

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This year’s lineup was announced at the start of February, revealing a small but heavy-hitting lineup. The headline acts had two Mercury Prize winners among them in Ezra Collective and English Teacher. Discussing their appearance, Ezra Collective called it a “deep honour” to be headlining, recalling the importance of first being aired on Radio 6 in 2013.   

Another act that caused a stir online is Kae Tempest. They took to their Instagram page last week to announce some warmup shows before their set at the festival. Fans attending their show will be hopeful to hear some new material, with Tempest saying ​​“What you doing end of March? I’m putting a new live set together, and we’re playing a couple of small venues to kick things off… can’t wait to get back to it – get your tickets while you can – will be very special”.

 

 

 

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The full schedule includes BBC Introducing at YES on Wednesday, featuring Adult DVD, Renee Stormz, and jasmine.4.t. Thursday sees Ezra Collective, Fat Dog, and Jamz Supernova at Victoria Warehouse, plus a New Music Fix Live at YES later that evening.

Mogwai and English Teacher will headline Friday night at Victoria Warehouse, with a DJ set from Tom Ravenscroft going late into the night. Amber’s Club will see a playful twist as a ‘phone-free’ night will be enforced for sets from Ayy Den, nora, Anish Kumar, and SBTRKT. Elsewhere, Band on the Wall will host the Radio 6 programme Indie Live Forever.

Saturday concludes the festival, starting with a ‘Morning After Mix’ at YES, hosted by Jamz Supernova and Emma-Jean Thackray. Kae Tempest, Perfume Genius, and DJ SHERELLE will close the event out at Victoria Warehouse.

BBC Radio 6 has shown their commitment to aiding grassroots venues, with their choices bringing more awareness to the glaring issues facing many spaces up and down the country. Indie Forever host, Nathan Shepard, said: “Venues like YES and Band on the Wall are integral to Manchester’s music scene for emerging and established artists and using them for the 6 Music Festival ensures they can continue to support the scene in the future by bringing in new artists and audiences.”

Reaction to the announced lineup was mixed. On the Radio 6 subreddit, one user compared it to feeling more like a “6 Music nights out”, criticising the scale of the event in light of apparent budget cuts. At its peak, the festival hosted 72 different events at the 2016 iteration. This year has just 27 acts. 

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The festival still has tickets available for anybody wanting to go, available through both the BBC’s website, and Ticketmaster, though Ticketmaster does indicate that ticket availability is limited. The events will also be available to everybody through iPlayer and BBC Sounds, as well as traditional broadcast mediums.

 Despite the disappointment around the size of the lineup, BBC Radio 6 Music Festival continues to celebrate and provide a platform to music from beyond the ordinary, and the variety on offer means there is an act for everybody.

To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Coles Corner we’re releasing some special editions of the album + announcing some special Anniversary Shows!

— richardhawley (@RichardHawley) March 4, 2025

 Hawley made the announcement on social media, and quickly followed it up with an appearance on BBC Radio 6’s Lauren Laverne Show on 4 March. The musician revealed that he was initially reluctant to celebrate the anniversary, preferring to look forward to upcoming projects, but he acknowledged the album’s impact on his career. “That record changed everything for me, it was a game-changer. When we made that, it was the last roll of the dice.”  

Named after a well-known meeting spot in Sheffield, ‘Coles Corner’ was released in 2005 and received critical acclaim. The album currently holds a score of 85 on Metacritic, and reviews have compared Hawley to a variety of 60s figures, including Scott Walker and Roy Orbison. The record earned Hawley a Mercury Prize nomination, with the award eventually going to the Arctic Monkeys, prompting frontman and fellow Sheffielder Alex Turner to say, “somebody call 999, Richard Hawley’s been robbed.”

In a rare moment of reflection, Hawley revealed the troubled circumstances that the album emerged from. “I had no record deal at all. We were with Setanta Records, who had backed me since the beginning, but that had ended. I was marooned, and at 34 years old, like most rock stars, it’s not a good time to start a career. There was no money, it was looking bleak.” A friend loaned him £10,000 to record the album, “…and I thought now is the time to make the record you’ve always wanted to make. Without any compromise. It’s sink or swim.”

  The reissue will be available on both CD and vinyl, with the item listing revealing a second disc of 18 bonus tracks, including acoustic and live versions of songs from ‘Coles Corner’. Physical copies of the album are available to preorder on Hawley’s Dig! store, and fans who order before 3pm on 10 March will gain access to a presale for the tour.  

Alongside the York show, Hawley has confirmed shows in Boston, Portmeirion, Blackpool, Margate, Worthing, and Weston-super-Mare. Hawley also hinted that more dates will follow, using his BBC interview to tell fans to wait before booking shows on the other side of the country. “Each gig will be unique and special… Each show will be all over the country in places off the beaten track.”  

 

 

 

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The 58-year-old is synonymous with the Steel City, often using Sheffield as a backdrop for his songs. Speaking about the role it plays in his music, he said, “If you write about things you know, you have authority by living through it. I see beauty in the very simple things of everyday life and always have.”   

The announcement of the reissue and tour have been met with excitement from his devoted fanbase. One X user wrote: “What an album this is. Pre-ordered the [limited] vinyl and 2 CD edition, and tickets for York booked this morning. Already can’t wait.”

What an album this is – pre-ordered the ltd vinyl & 2cd editions & tickets for York booked this morning – already can’t wait! — JonR1973 (@jonnyroberts73) March 6, 2025

With only one appearance in his native city in the past 18 months, hopes are high that Hawley will make a stop in the South Yorkshire city on the tour. Further dates are expected to be announced following the presale. Tickets are not available for purchase yet.

Since the first IVW back in 2014, it has grown exponentially and supports venues across all four nations of the United Kingdom. From iconic spaces like Brudenell Social Club in Leeds, to London’s Troxy and Manchester’s Gullivers, IVW celebrates venues of any shape and size, and not just music venues, with many of them hosting a variety of events throughout the year. 

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Guided by a mantra of “purpose over profit”, venues are selected based on their contributions to their communities, putting locals at the heart of the events rather than any corporate stakeholders. As their website explains, it doesn’t matter who owns the venue—it’s the people in charge of programming and their commitment to audiences that make the difference.  

Supported by a multitude of sponsors, the main partners of the event are Arts Council England, and BBC Radio 6. Radio 6 DJs Steve Lamacq and Huw Stephens will be dedicating airtime to highlight the events, with Lamacq even broadcasting live from the Brudenell Social Club on Monday, bringing listeners directly into the heart of the action.

 

 

 

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Samantha Moy, Head of BBC Radio 6 Music, emphasised the importance of these spaces, saying: “At 6 Music, we are passionate about the vital role independent venues play in the industry—opening doors of opportunity for artistic expression across all musical genres.”

Just as the Music Venue Trust reported a decline in towns and cities visited by touring artists, IVW brings artists to nooks and crannies around the country. Indie band The Bug Club will be visiting Lincoln and Northampton, while country band The Cactus Blossoms will visit York’s Pocklington Arts Centre. The Cactus Blossoms will be supported by country duo Campbell/Jensen, featuring Ashley Campbell, the daughter of country legend Glen Campbell.

Beyond the performances, IVW also highlights the broader impact of independent venues on society. Big Jeff, described as a prolific gig-goer, revealed the importance of these places, calling them “a modern-day version of churches.” They offer people a “third place”, somewhere outside of work and home, where they can socialise and relax, and ultimately combat loneliness and alienation.  

IVW has also supported various charities and gigs over its 11 year history, again placing the community at the centre of everything they do. Gig Buddies help partner neurodivergent people with music-loving volunteers, and highlight the independence it helps give them. Soundcheck Sessions allow groups of young people to attend soundchecks during the day of an evening gig, giving them a chance to ask the musicians and crew questions, encouraging an interest in grassroots venues.

Introducing Gig Buddies our befriending project which pairs up adults with learning disabilities and/or autistic people with volunteers based on their shared interests. This can be music, theatre, art, sport – anything you love!

This reconnects people with their community & combats isolation

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— Stay Up Late (@gigbuddies.bsky.social) 10 January 2025 at 11:16

One of IVW key tenets is highlighting the funding struggles many of the venues have, particularly issues around funding amid the continuing cost of living crisis. There may be a light at the end of the tunnel however, with the UK government acting quickly to implement a voluntary £1 levy on large-scale arena shows. These funds will then be redirected to small venues, and many of the venues participating will be able to benefit from the scheme. Ticketmaster UK recently made a £60,000 donation to the Music Venue Trust, suggesting that a levy would be welcomed by the ticketing giant.

IVW is not just a celebration of live music; it’s a testament to the resilience and creativity of grassroots venues and the communities they serve. As audiences collect over the coming week, they’ll be supporting the future of live music and the places where artists and fans come together, and hopefully establishing a lifelong relationship with many of the amazing spaces which act as a talent pipeline for the UK’s £7.6 billion live music industry.

When the shortlist was announced judges commented on the official website that “Getting down to 12 albums this year was not easy, simply because there were so many remarkable ones to choose from.” “We feel that these 12 amazing albums each have something to say artistically and socially, all in their own unique, enriching ways.”

Of the 12 nominees, Little Simz is shortlisted for the second time with her critically acclaimed Sometimes I Might Be Introvert. Under The Radar described the album as “The kind of project that cements her status as one of the most talented artists of her generation.” It won Best Album from NME, an Ivor Novello award and Best New Artist at the Brits.

Upon finding out she was nominated, Little Simz told Radio 6: “I am feeling grateful; very, very blessed, this is my second time round now.” “When you’re an artist, a creative making art, you just do it because it’s a release. I had some things to say and this was my way of expressing it and it’s a blessing people have resonated with it.”

Sometimes I Might Be Introvert has been shortlisted for the @MercuryPrize 22’ so grateful. Love to my brother Inflo for always backing it, and pouring love in abundance into the music. And to YOU, the people. Thank you for the continued support on this album pic.twitter.com/JjTwTvEyN5

— Little Simz (@LittleSimz) July 26, 2022

Joining Little Simz on the list is Newcastle rock singer Sam Fender. He has received his debut nomination for Seventeen Going Under, his second album which won two NME Awards. “Seventeen Going Under is a very personal and important record for me and the boys, and for it to be recognised is insane,” he told BBC Radio 6, “It is an absolute honour and I am chuffed. Fingers crossed and we’ll see what happens, but just to be nominated is an honour.”

The most commercially-successful album on the list comes from ex-One Direction bandmate Harry Styles. His third studio album Harry’s House has had 6 weeks at number one on the UK charts. The album had the best first-week sales in Styles’ career. It was the fastest-selling album of 2022 in the UK and debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and the US Billboard 200.

The majority of the list is made up of first-time nominees. Indie band Wet Leg are nominated for their debut album, their debut single “Chaise Longue” was a viral hit in 2021; and dance-metal duo Nova Twins are up for their second album, Supernova. 

The full shortlist: 

Forest Floor – Fergus McCreadie

Tresor – Gwenno

Harry’s House – Harry Styles

For All Our Days That Tear the Heart – Jessie Buckley & Bernard Butler

Skin – Joy Crookes

Reason to Smile – Kojey Radical

Sometimes I Might be Introvert – Little Simz

Supernova – Nova Twins

Seventeen Going Under – Sam Fender

Prioritise Pleasure – Self Esteem

Wet Leg – Wet Leg

The Overload – Yard Act

Tickets will be available for the ceremony from www.eventimapollo.com.

THERE YOU HAVE IT

We’ll be bringing this lovely lot to Cardiff from Friday 1st April – Sunday 3rd April and WE CANNOT WAIT!!!

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— BBC Radio 6 Music (@BBC6Music) February 15, 2022

“The most exciting element about the 6 Music Festival is the coming together, in a physical space, of our beloved 6 Music listeners and the staff at the station, with artists we love,” 6 Music’s Mary Anne Hobbs said in a statement. “Lockdowns have kept us apart since 2020, so this year’s gigs in Cardiff are going to feel super-charged.” The line-up on the first-day does seem to reflect the super-charged initial thoughts; post-punk icons IDLES take to the stage in The Great Hall to supply the Welsh crowd with their usual brand of woke-punk. Singer-songwriter and one part of the indie powerhouse that is Boygenius; Lucy Dacus is going to appear at The Great Hall, with none other than the one-and-only Pixies. St David’s Hall is another venue to be given the BBC treatment, Little Simz will appear alongside Mykki Blanco, Curtis Harding, and Deyah to create a fabulous blend of R&B, Poetry, and generally top tier songwriting. Tramshed will also be hosting a club night with appearances from DJ’s SHERELLE, Overmono, Tom Ravenscroft and many more.

Saturday night in Cardiff see’s appearances from Bloc Party, slightly before the release of their 6^th LP Alpha Games on April 22^nd, Sports Team take another swing at the festival after performing at the 2020 bout too, beabadoobee rounds out proceedings at The Great Hall. Khruangbin, an American psychedelic-dub-soul-trio make their first appearance in the UK since 2019, while Ezra Collective add a 2^nd date to their (currently quite short) touring schedule, Ibibio Sound Machine will also make an appearance to bring their own taste of electronic afro-funk to Wales. Nemone, Craig Charles, and David Holmes will also make appearances at Tramshed.

The final day of the festival brings Johnny Marr, Self Esteem, and Wet Leg together under the same roof; allowing the crowds to get quite the spread of music from only 3 artists, The Smiths singer-songwriter sits in stark contrast to Self Esteem’s experimental-pop aura, and Wet Leg’s post-punk anger. The most anticipated act of the evening however (for me at least), has to be the appearance of Father John Misty with the backing of the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. The new sound of this album has revealed 2 great singles so far, so putting it into a live context can only highlight the glum maximalism he’s going for at the moment. Cat Power, Super Furry Animal’s own Gruff Rhys, and audiobooks round out what could be a very exciting evening.

BRAND NEW SINGLE, FIRST PLAY TOMORROW – premiering on the @shaunwkeaveny, @BBC6Music from 1:45pm!

Plus more news to come tomorrow…TUNE IN! pic.twitter.com/lhe49nkDhx

— The Cribs (@thecribs) August 11, 2021

The title of the new release remains a mystery. The single follows up the Jarman brothers album from 2020 “Night Network“. The album, an eighth since the band formed in 2001 could not be done at all. The band went through 18 months of legal battles over the rights to their back catalogue. Even though the release came out after a difficult time for the cribs, “they sound just as energised here as they did in their ‘Men’s Needs’ heyday“. The album received great reviews with Indiependent calls it “the sound of a passionate group back on their feet after a long period of uncertainty and ready to shut their detractors up as ever“.
NME gave it 5 stars and calls it The Cribs’ “best album in a decade“. Adding: “‘Night Network’ isn’t the sound of a run-down band staggering towards the finish line. Far from it – The Cribs have just embarked on a victory lap“.
Mxdwn praised the album saying that it “present fans with an extremely fun, peppy and punk-informed record capable of putting anyone in a great mood. The trio of brothers have stepped up, and let their brightest musicality shine in every drum fill, high gain guitar lick and mesmerizingly catchy vocal line“.
With today’s single release, The Cribs has promised more news alongside.
Recently the band rescheduled their UK tour to 2022. Originally they suppose to perform past June, but due to COVID-19 restrictions, the dates have been changed.
See The Cribs updated tour Dates below. Tickets are available here.

20/08/21 – Crystal Palace Bowl – London
20/08 – South Facing Festival – London
3/09 – The Piece Hall – Halifax

1/03/22 – O2 Institute – Birmingham
2/03 – Waterfront – Norwich
4/03 – O2 Academy – Sheffield
5/03 – SWX – Bristol
6/03 – Academy – Manchester
8/03 – Boiler Shop – Newcastle
9/03 – SWG3 – Glasgow
11/03 – Roundhouse – London
12/03 – Chalk – Brighton
02/06 – Temple Newsam – Leeds