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Maxïmo Park Announce Anniversary Tour To Celebrate ‘A Certain Trigger’

Lee Byrne — Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:36:12 +0000

Maxïmo Park have announced a UK tour to celebrate the 20 year anniversary of their debut album ‘A Certain Trigger‘. The tour will begin next February, at the O2 Academy in Glasgow, and will be supported by English indie rock band Art Brut.

Indie rock band Maxïmo Park, from Newcastle-upon-Tyne, were part of the 2000’s British post-punk revival, alongside bands such as Arctic Monkeys, The Libertines and Franz Ferdinand. The band released their debut album ‘A Certain Trigger‘ in 2005, and 20 years later they have announced a tour to celebrate their seminal album, ending their tour with a homecoming show in the O2 City Hall in Newcastle.

‘A Certain Trigger‘ includes singles such as ‘Apply Some Pressure’ and ‘Going Missing’ and was released to critical acclaim. The album was nominated for the 2005 Mercury Prize and reached #20 on the UK Albums Chart. It sold over 500,000 copies worldwide and was certified Gold by the BPI. On the 20th anniversary tour, the band will play the album in it’s entirety as well as some of their greatest hits from throughout the years.

They announced their tour on Instagram, displayed below:

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Speaking to Rolling Stone, Paul Smith, frontman of Maxïmo Park said ““Not many bands make it to a twentieth year together so we’re having a big celebration, with a special 20th anniversary tour and by giving a fresh perspective to A Certain Trigger. Our first album remains dear to so many people, and compiling archive material for the reissue has been like entering a time machine – thrilling, but also a bit scary!”.

The band have been teasing the announcement of this tour for the past 3 days, with the following post being uploaded to Instagram on Monday. This caused speculation and excitement amongst fans who have been eagerly awaiting this announcement, following their hugely successful 10th anniversary tour of the same album in 2015.

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Tickets for the band’s UK tour are available on their official website.

Maxïmo Park Tour Dates:
6th Feb – O2 Academy, Glasgow
7th Feb – O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
8th Feb – O2 Academy, Liverpool
10th Feb – O2 Academy, Bournemouth
11th Feb – O2 Academy, Bristol
13th Feb – O2 Academy, Birmingham
14th Feb – O2 Brixton Academy, London
15th Feb – O2 Academy, Oxford
17th Feb – Corn Exchange, Cambridge
18th Feb – Rock City, Nottingham
20th Feb – O2 Academy, Leeds
21st Feb – O2 City Hall, Newcastle

Maxïmo Park have also created a 20 year anniversary edition of the album signed by the band, which will be released on October 31 2025. The reissue is available in 3 formats, a double CD and a double vinyl, including original demos of ‘Apply Some Pressure’ and more, as well as a triple vinyl, with the third vinyl containing remixes of songs from the album. It is a valuable item for Maxïmo Park’s faithful fans. It is available for pre-order here.

Franz Ferdinand Announce 2026 UK/EU Tour

Hugh Williams — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:14:06 +0000

Scottish rockers Franz Ferdinand have announced a new tour, taking place in the UK and Europe in 2026.

The post-punk giants will kick things off in their homeland of Scotland, with a show at the LiveHouse venue in Dundee on February 24. From there, they’ll make way to the north of England, with stops confirmed in Leeds, Manchester and Newcastle at the end of the month.

We are very excited to announce our 2026 UK/EU Headline Tour. We’re looking forward to visiting all of these incredible places next year. Artist presale will run via Seated on 17th June at 10am local time and general sale starts 20th June at 10AM local via https://t.co/2LouV5j9Jc pic.twitter.com/cPhvw5s1NR

— Franz Ferdinand (@Franz_Ferdinand) June 16, 2025

They’ll travel further south in March, with shows booked in Nottingham, Brighton, Birmingham and Bristol, as well as other cities. They’ll close out their UK dates at London’s Brixton Academy on March 11, before starting the European leg of their tour, with gigs scheduled in Vienna, Germany, Luxembourg and the Netherlands.

The announcement has come right before the band perform at Glastonbury 2025 next week, performing at The Other Stage on Friday, June 27. They’ll be sharing the stage with Rizzle Kicks, Wet Leg, Busta Rhymes, Gracie Abrams, and stage headliner Loyle Carner.

Franz Ferdinand will be performing at several other festivals this summer, such as Valley Of The Arts, Tramlines, Truck, Y Not, Boardmasters and AMA Music Festival. They have a busy touring schedule for the rest of 2025, with stops in Europe, the U.S., Australia and Japan.

The new tour announcement has come on the heels of the band’s seventh studio album, ‘The Human Fear’, which was released in January. The record was met with positive reception from critics. Giving a 7/10 review, Clash Magazine wrote: “Fun, lean, and concise, ‘The Human Fear’ finds Franz Ferdinand looking to the future without any need to panic.”

In an interview with NPR, frontman Alex Kapranos spoke on the feeling of fear, the central concept to their latest album. “People don’t like admitting to feeling fear,” said Kapranos. “Bob [Hardy] and I had this great conversation about how fear is often the most exciting element in life, or overcoming it.”

Bob Hardy, the band’s bassist, claimed that the songs on ‘The Human Fear’ are meant to motivate those who struggle with the emotion. “If you live your life without putting yourself in a situation where you ever feel afraid, then it’s gonna be a pretty boring life. Are you really living?”

You can find Franz Ferdinand’s full touring schedule on their official website here.

The Lottery Winners Announce UK Tour Dates In November

Hugh Williams — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:50:08 +0000

The Lottery Winners have announced a UK tour, kicking off later this year in November. The tour will see the indie-rock troop travel to towns and cities of Britain, including Edinburgh, Cambridge, Cardiff and Coventry.

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This is the second leg of their ‘Keep On Keeping On’ tour, after the release of their album ‘KOKO’. They embarked on the first leg earlier in February, celebrating their new release which grabbed the No. 1 spot on the UK Album Charts.

The Lottery Winners tour dates can be seen below:

NOVEMBER
11 – Edinburgh, La Belle Angele
12 – Newcastle upon Tyne, NX
13 – Halifax, Victoria Theatre
14 – Oxford, O2 Academy Oxford
15 – Llandudno, Venue Cymru – The Arena
18 – Cardiff, Tramshed
19 – Southampton, 1865
20 – Cambridge, Cambridge Junction
21 – Lincoln, Engine Shed
22 – Norwich, Nick Rayns LCR, UEA
25 – Coventry, Empire, Coventry
26 – Frome, Cheese and Grain

As well as their own headline tour, the band are set to support singer Robbie Williams across the UK and Europe this summer. They’re also confirmed to play at several festivals this year, including Bearded Theory, Kendal Calling and Isle Of Wight Festival.

Fans will welcome the news of the group’s touring schedule, being praised by many publications for their performances and branded as the “best live band in the UK” by Metro.

Their latest album, ‘KOKO’, hosts the single ‘Ragdoll’, which features an appearance from Nickleback frontman Chad Kroeger. Other guests on the album include Frank Turner, Shed Seven and Reverend & The Makers.

The new album saw both commercial and critical success, becoming the band’s second No. 1 album after their 2023 release, ‘Anxiety Replacement Therapy’. Clash wrote of the new record: “Arguably one of the finest live bands around today, Lottery Winners’ latest studio outing finds them on a simple but noble mission in these doom-filled and anxiety-ridden times – to spread a little positivity.”

Speaking on their second successful chart-topper to the NME, the group said: “‘KOKO’ is the UK’s Official Number 1 album! It’s been a lot of work, but this makes it all worth it. It’s such a whirlwind of emotions. We’re so grateful to everybody to be supporting us and the album.

“Go back in time and tell 12-year-old us that we’d have two Number One albums, it’s amazing. This is for grassroots music. This is for the working class. This is for Leigh. This is for anybody who has a dream – go out there and get it. Make it happen!”

The Lottery Winners UK tour tickets will go on sale on Friday (May 2) at 10am. Details can be found here.

Underground Rock Icons Panchiko Share New Album

Jo Farrant — Sat, 05 Apr 2025 17:16:00 +0000

Nottingham based alt-rock band Panchiko have released their latest album ‘Ginkgo’, available to stream from 4 April.

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The band have been vague in their discussion of the album, as they refer to themselves as ‘pop’ artists at every opportunity, yet ‘deathmetal’ remains in their Instagram handle. Panchiko have continued this ambiguity with ‘Ginkgo’, referring to the project as a ‘pop music album’ and answering a fan’s comment asking what genre the album is with ‘not sure!’.

Panchiko have teased this release with music videos for singles ‘Ginkgo’, ‘Shandy in the graveyard’, ‘Honeycomb’ ‘Mac’s Omelette’ and the latest which was released on the same day as their album, ‘Chapel of Salt’.

Panchiko, formed in 1998 originally consisted of lead vocalist and guitarist Owain Davies, guitarist and keyboardist Andrew Wright, bassist Shaun Ferreday, and drummer, John. The band released the cult classic rock EP ‘D>E>A>T>H>M>E>T>A>L’ in 2000 before an abrupt split. ‘D>E>A>T>H>M>E>T>A>L’ was originally created with only 30 physical copies, and was later made popular by an online following who had discovered the album and uploaded it onto YouTube.

The band reunited in 2020 with the release of their second album ‘Failed at Math(s)’, an indie-rock trip hop experiment with new guitarist Rob Harris and drummer John Schofield. After 23 years since the band had collaborated they spoke about their writing process in an interview with FLOOD magazine, sharing that they attempted to recreate their old writing conditions as teens “sat on the sofa, surrounded by snacks, games consoles; music machines were sampled, lyrics mumbled, and three chord progressions were strummed over drum loops and blips and bloops.”

Fans were thrilled with the release and its bold uniqueness that was true to their earlier style.

I finally listened to Failed at Math(s) by Panchiko and it did not disappoint. I really like the vibe they set up with a lot of the songs here and the instrumentals are great. I actually do like this more than death-metal cause I only really like the kicking cars side on that ep pic.twitter.com/i8qSqaPMrU — Insane (@Fairly_Insane) March 3, 2025

Panchiko have now returned once again with new album ‘Ginkgo’, a thirteen track lo-fi blend of shoe-gaze and classic rock influence.

Many have posted recordings of the band’s performance of new tracks from their UK/EU tour in the leadup to the release of ‘Ginkgo’ , such as fan favourite ‘Chapel of salt’. Here, fans also share their excitement and love for the band.

@groovyfrootloop this song is amazing live. fav song from when i saw them live. i love you @Panchiko #ginkgo #panchiko #shoegaze #concert #epic #cool #fyp #concert ♬ original sound – stephanianosbeec

Although this UK tour has concluded, Panchiko will continue dates in the US and will be performing two shows at this year’s Record Store Day at Rough Trade East and Rough Trade Nottingham with tickets are available on their website.

Panchiko also announced their involvement in the Pitchfork Music Festival in London where they will perform in November amongst notable names such as ‘Indigo De Souza’, ‘underscores’, and ‘hey, nothing’.

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Tickets for the Festival commenced general sale on 4 April, taking place at multiple venues in Dalston.

Black Country, New Road Announce Tour Return to Japan

Jo Farrant — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 10:56:45 +0000

Indie rock band Black Country, New Road has recently announced their return to Japan with tour dates set in December where they will perform new album ‘Forever Howlong’ out on 4 April.

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The band have had great success and a large, growing fanbase in the area since their performance at Fuji Rock Festival in 2022. Since then they have spoken about their connection to Japan in an interview with Japan times. Keyboardist and vocalist May Kershaw says here that she was born in Yokohama and returned there with her family for holidays and was briefly enrolled in the local schools there. The band have also noted their gratitude for being able to perform in the country despite ‘live show restrictions’. Their significance in Japan is upheld by the fanbase who are thrilled for their return.

【来日決定】 Black Country, New Roadが語る「バンドの民主主義」はじめてのリコーダー、永遠の絆と変化の季節@BCNRband #BCNR #BlackCountryNewRoad #ブラック・カントリー・ニュー・ロード https://t.co/BbBVPAs96F — Rolling Stone Japan (@rollingstonejp) April 3, 2025

The British based band is formed of Tyler Hyde, Lewis Evans, Georgia Ellery, May Kershaw, Charlie Wayne and Luke Mark after lead vocalist Isaac Wood left the band in 2022. Since then their sound has changed, with fans divided over whether this diversion is welcomed or not. The band originally gained traction with their indie-experimental sound, as former vocalist Wood was known to change and adapt songs during live performances of their previous albums ‘Ants from up there’ and ‘For the first time’. Since then the band have released singles ‘For the Cold Country’ ‘Happy Birthday’ and ‘Besties’ from their upcoming album ‘Forever Howlong’.

Fans of Wood have compared the band before and after his departure with one fan noting this,

I’ll still give it a listen but it’s sad that Black Country New Road seems to be going in the Arcade Fire direction and leaving behind the Slint/pat rock stuff. Which I liked wayyyy more

— niko (@nikoxbenet) March 31, 2025

Although, there has also been a widely positive reception to these singles, with one fan stating ‘Genuinely such a beautiful song, this group has evolved so much since Isaac left, and I’m all for it. I’m genuinely so excited for the tour’, in the comments of the band’s TikTok where they posted a snippet of ‘For the Cold Country’. The song is a vast change from their earlier frantic, punk energy and instead introduces a slow building sombre instrumental to the folk inspired track.

@blackcountrynewroad‘For The Cold Country’ is out now. You can listen to it on your phone and or laptop now. It is the final single before our album comes out (next friday, the 4th of April). Artwork by Jordan Kee. We hope you enjoy listening to it. Thanks, BC,NR♬ For the Cold Country – Black Country, New Road

The indie powerhouse has been hosting listening parties around the world for ‘Forever Howlong’ where they have said to be giving away tote bags with crayons, a cover of the album (created by artist Jordan Kee) and a notebook so fans can ‘colour in whilst listening to the music’.

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The effort allows for fans to interact with the upcoming release in a fun and playful way, authentic to the band’s artistry and image. This notion will be exciting to see in upcoming live performances.

A Nostalgic Revival: The Backfires Deliver ‘This Is Not an Exit’

Rosie Beveridge — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 18:52:07 +0000

Anglo-American indie rock band The Backfires, composed of Alex Gomez (lead vocals), Harry Ruprecht (lead guitar), Matt Walter (bass), and Max Wanduragala (drums), have returned in full force with their latest album, ‘This Is Not An Exit,’ released on January 24, 2025. Known for their energetic performances and authentic songwriting, the band has carved out a distinct place in the modern rock scene, drawing influence from both sides of the Atlantic.

The Backfires have built their reputation on the road, touring extensively with acts such as The Courteeners, The Criticals, and Phoneboy. Sharing stages with these well-established bands has undoubtedly left its mark on The Backfires, but their sound remains uniquely their own. Their music captures an infectious blend of the nostalgic 00s pop rock – made famous by the Killers and the Arctic Monkeys – with a fresh 2020s twist, offering soaring guitar work and driving bass lines that pulse with raw emotion. Embracing this 2000s edge in their promotion, the band offered fans the chance to win an iPod Nano preloaded with the album ahead of its official release.

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While the influence of their contemporaries is evident, The Backfires never fall into the trap of imitation. Their sound is crafted with precision and sincerity, blending addictive riffs, atmospheric textures, and a rhythmic heartbeat that makes their music instantly engaging. The guitars take on an almost vocal quality, intertwining with Alex Gomez’s lyrics to create a layered, immersive listening experience.

Bassist Matt Walter’s running bass lines and Max Wanduragala driving force on drums provides a foundation that is both melodic and powerful, driving songs forward with a restless energy that keeps listeners hooked. Meanwhile, Harry Ruprecht’s lead guitar work cuts through with clarity and emotion, adding anthemic touches that linger long after each track ends.

One of the standout singles from the album, ‘Replace It All,’ has already garnered attention from music critics, including a glowing review from Stuart Daley at The Pentatonic. He wrote that “The Backfires have created a solid foundation of their sound that is instantly recognisable with their energetic and powerful guitars, this song, along with other singles ‘Turn Off The Lights’, ‘Brighter Lights’ and ‘Dressed For A Funeral.’” The track dives deep into themes of redemption and emotional vulnerability.

“‘Replace It All’ is about surrendering yourself to someone else and letting them save you from your past,” explains guitarist Harry Ruprecht. “It’s how it feels to be lost at the end of the world, caught in between love and fear, needing to be rescued.”

The song’s driving rhythm and soaring chorus encapsulate The Backfires’ ability to blend heartfelt lyricism with anthemic rock energy, making it a highlight of the album and sure a fan favourite in live performances on their upcoming North American Tour.

With ‘This Is Not An Exit,’ The Backfires have not only expanded their sonic landscape but have also set the stage for an exciting future. As they continue to write and perform, the band remains dedicated to pushing their creative boundaries while staying true to the authenticity that has endeared them to fans worldwide. The album is also available in a limited edition translucent blood-red vinyl, further solidifying its appeal among collectors and long-time fans.

Whether you’re a long-time listener or just discovering them, The Backfires’ new album is a must-hear for anyone craving rock music that is as heartfelt as it is electrifying.

The Velvet Hands Upcoming Shows 2025

Ali Krausova — Fri, 03 Jan 2025 16:30:56 +0000

The London-based indie-rock band, The Velvet Hands, have announced a series of UK tour dates. The band, known for their energetic performances and a sound that blends garage rock with punk influences, will come to Nottingham, Exeter, Plymouth, Truro, and London in early 2025.

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Originating from Cornwall’s vibrant garage-rock scene, The Velvet Hands relocated to London, where they’ve become prominent figures in the underground guitar circuit. Their music draws comparisons to bands like The Strokes, The Cribs, and The Clash, characterized by punchy guitar riffs and rousing punk choruses. The band has previously supported notable acts such as Fontaines D.C., Paul Weller, and Liam Gallagher. They’ve also graced stages at major festivals, including the Isle of Wight and Y Not festivals.

The band’s mini tour will commence on January 28 at The Saltbox, Nottingham and finish on February 1 at the Old Bakery Studios, Truro. Notably, their Old Bakery Studios show will be part of Independent Venue Week 2025, featuring The Sneaky Feelings as guest support. Continuing with their live shows after, The Velvet Hands will play their biggest-ever show on March 22 at Dingwalls, London.

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Their debut album, ‘Party’s Over‘, released in 2018, received significant acclaim, with NME describing them as “full of bolshy spirit”. The album was also named Huw Stephens’ Album of the Week on BBC Radio 1. In 2023, they released their second album, ‘Sucker Punch‘, which further solidified their reputation in the UK indie scene. The album features the track ‘Holiday in My Head’ which blends the band’s signature 1970s new wave and 2000s indie influences.

Tickets for these events are available through various platforms, including See Tickets and AXS. You can follow the band on Instagram for further updates.

Kaiser Chiefs Announce 2025 Tour to Mark 20 years of ‘Employment’

Ciarán Donnelly — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 21:53:48 +0000

Indie stalwarts Kaiser Chiefs have announced a series of outdoor concerts in 2025 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of their debut album, Employment, following the recent confirmation of a major homecoming show at Leeds’ Temple Newsam Park on May 31, 2025. The tour will commence on May 23, 2025, at the In It Together festival in Port Talbot, Wales. Subsequent performances will take place in various locations across the UK, including Bristol, Edinburgh, London, Brighton, Cumbria, and Newquay.

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Employment was released in March 2005 and met instant critical acclaim and commercial success, earning seven-times Platinum status. Singles including ‘I Predict A Riot’, ‘Oh My God’, ‘Everyday I Love You Less and Less’, and ‘Modern Way’ became staples of a 2000s British indie scene and laid the groundwork for the band’s sound, borrowing both from britpop and post-punk, and characterised by laddy vocal deliveries and kitchen sink lyrical realism.

The album has also held up through multiple retrospective revisits by critics, with The Boar’s Charlie Peters praising its longevity on its fifteenth anniversary in 2015. “Employment easily holds up as one of the finest records of its kind. Other band’s of the era would kill for a tune as instant and catchy as ‘Saturday Night’, let alone the iconic ‘I Predict a Riot’, ‘Oh My God’, ‘Everyday I Love You Less and Less’ and ‘Modern Way’ which make up a killer quartet of radio cuts,” Peters wrote, adding: “The album reaches its highest point with the sublime ‘You Can Have It All’, a glorious, soaring ballad that marries drummer Nick Hodgson’s Pet Sounds-harmonies with one of frontman Ricky Wilson’s more charming vocal performances to magnificent effect.”

Really excited for these, who are we going to see at a show? https://t.co/T6bkkm3SeM

— Kaiser Chiefs (@KaiserChiefs) November 2, 2024

In a statement on their website about the album’s anniversary, the band remarked on the profound impact of their debut record, saying: ” 20 years ago, a brand new song by a brand new band was released. ‘I Predict A Riot’ was the start of something really special for some musicians from Leeds. And the album that followed, Employment, changed our lives and has soundtracked the lives of millions of others since 2005. In 2025 we are saluting 20 years of that album and everyone is invited. Come celebrate the 2000’s, loving everything less & less and stripey blazers taking over the world. See you all next year.”

The concert in Leeds will feature an slate of supporting acts from the mid-2000s indie scene, including Razorlight performing in celebration of their own debut album, Up All Night, also released 20 years ago. Other artists scheduled to join the line-up include The Coral and American indie rock band We Are Scientists, who will also honour the 20th anniversary of their debut album, With Love And Squalor.”

” As well as marking one of the great eras of British indie music, the band will also be keeping one eye on the future, inviting two of the most exciting new indie artists in the UK to open the day; Hastings trio HotWax and West Yorkshire’s own Ellur,” the release continues.

Tickets for the 2025 tour will go on sale here on November 8 at 9 AM, with fans encouraged to secure their attendance at what is anticipated to be a significant series of concerts celebrating a pivotal release in British rock history.

The Courteeners to Headline Legends of Football Event in Aid of Music Therapy Charity

Ciarán Donnelly — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 17:58:50 +0000

Manchester indie rockers The Courteeners are set to headline the 2024 Legends of Football charity event, which will take place on October 7 at the iconic JW Marriott Grosvenor House. The band will be performing at the star-studded evening in honour of two football legends: Wayne Rooney and Fara Williams. The event, a staple in the football and charity calendar, raises funds for Nordoff and Robbins, the UK’s largest independent music therapy charity.

Legends of Football has become a beloved annual occasion, combining the celebration of footballing greatness with the power of music to make a difference. The charity has raised an impressive £8.5 million over its 25-year history. The funds help Nordoff and Robbins provide music therapy for individuals facing the challenges of illness, disability, and isolation, the organisation says.

“All money raised goes to Nordoff and Robbins whose treatment helps people with a variety of disorders including dementia, autism, cardiac conditions, depression and Alzheimer’s disease. Music therapy allows the patients an opportunity to communicate in ways they can’t otherwise, and can help with memory, lower blood pressure, reduce stress and improve self-esteem,” organisers say.

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Iconic indie-rock band Courteeners will headline our 2024 #legends event on 7th October when it returns to @Grosvenor_House to celebrate the careers of @WayneRooney and @fara_williams47

We can’t wait for their performance at our star-studded event pic.twitter.com/WPPIoLutbe

— Legends of Football (@LoFootball) October 2, 2024

This year’s event will shine a light on Rooney and Williams, two standout names in English football. Rooney, of course, is a household name thanks to his glittering 13-year career at Manchester United, where he won five Premier League titles and became the club’s all-time top scorer. His achievements on the pitch have earned him a host of personal accolades, from Premier League Player of the Season to multiple PFA awards. Since retiring from playing, he’s also made a name for himself as a manager.

Fara Williams holds an equally impressive record, being the most capped player in the history of the England national team with 172 caps over an 18-year career. Williams started her career at Everton and later moved to Liverpool, winning back-to-back FA Women’s Super League titles in 2013 and 2014. She eventually signed for Arsenal, where she added an FA Cup to her trophy cabinet.

The Courteeners first hit the scene with their 2008 debut St. Jude, an album that earned them the Guardian’s First British Album Award. In 2023, a reissue of St. Jude hit No. 1 on the UK Album Charts, 15 years after its original release, and they were named Band of the Year at the Nordoff and Robbins Northern Music Awards that same year. Their track ‘Not Nineteen Forever’ has become something of a modern British anthem, with its unmistakable chorus securing its spot among the Top 100 British songs of all time.

Crawlers Announce Their First Ever UK Headline Tour

Ella-Louise Allard — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 07:46:24 +0000

Liverpudlian rock quartet Crawlers have announced their first-ever 2024 UK headlining tour in which they will play a series of dates this winter in support of their support of their debut album ‘The Mess We Seem To Make’.

The group is comprised of Harry Breen on the drums, Liv May who plays bass as well as taking on those backing vocals. The lead singer is Holly Minto and Amy Woodall rocks out on the guitar. The members are Warrington born and formed Crawlers in 2018. The band announced the tour dates in an Instagram post sporting the caption ‘it’s been a long time coming… THE MESS WE SEEM TO MAKE UK TOUR IS HERE…we have been waiting a long time to perfect this show for you…. our best tour yet… and we better see you all there… ‘.

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Throughout the first week of December the group will take the stage at the SWG3 Warehouse in Glasgow to kick off the tour on the 2nd of December and then continue across the UK where they will play Manchester, their home town Liverpool, and Birmingham. They will then say their farewells at The Dome in London on December 7. Speaking about the tour in a press release, Crawlers shared: “We’ve been waiting for the perfect time to do our first headline in the UK with an album in the world — we can’t wait to get back on the road.’

In a press release announcing their debut album which hit the shelves in February, front-woman Holly Minto, “This album debut comes from us honing our craft, being vulnerable with each other, finding our sound and saying exactly what we wanted to. I think that’s a lot of what the Crawlers sound is, being honest with each other about how to get the correct emotions out – trying, failing, and pushing each other to keep playing and writing to the limits.”

After their song “Come Over (Again)” went viral on TikTok in 2021, which according to the Warrington Guardian has over 65,000 posts with it in the background, the band have seen exponential success with The Mess We Seem To Make and supporting various artists on world tours such as Mother Mother earlier this year and are currently supporting Jane’s Addiction Love and Rockets on their, recently expanded, North American tour

Pre-sale and general sale of tickets has already opened and you can grab yours from the Ticketmaster website here. For a full line up of dates check out the poster below.