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Kaiser Chiefs Announce New Album And 2024 UK Tour

Shereen Raouf — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 22:04:22 +0000

World famous British band Kaiser Chiefs delighted fans recently with the news of their upcoming eighth studio album. The band, fronted by ex The Voice judge Ricky Wilson, are due to drop the highly anticipated album, titled Kaiser Chiefs’ Easy Eighth Album, on March 1st 2024. You can pre-order or pre-save the LP here.

The new album, produced by Amir Amor of Drum & Bass band Rudimental, will feature the band’s two previously released singles “Jealousy” and “How 2 Dance”. In addition to this, the “Love’s Not A Competition” singers dropped a brand new track today (October 25) featuring none other than musical legend Nile Rodgers.

When speaking about how the new track, titled “Feeling Alright”, Ricky Wilson said “On the first day with Nile Rodgers, he said, ‘What have you got?’ We searched through some jams we had and this was a song that stood out to him. The band loved playing it round and round, and it must be fun to play but we never really knew where it would find a home. Nile turned out to be the best estate agent and found it a home almost immediately. He also brought in Amir, who turned out to be our housemate for the entire record. A good place to start!”

“Nile Rodgers is a force to be reckoned with,” Ricky stated. “He does make you think about dancing quite a lot! He’s an amazing man to write songs with.”

Our new single Feeling Alright is out everywhere now! We’re also announcing our eighth album ‘Kaiser Chiefs’ Easy Eighth Album’ releasing March 1st! If that wasn’t exciting enough, to celebrate we’re also heading out on tour in April! pic.twitter.com/jr1qeSvCN0

— Kaiser Chiefs (@KaiserChiefs) October 25, 2023

The full tracklist for Kaiser Chiefs’ Easy Eighth Album is:

“Feeling Alright”
“Beautiful Girl”
“How 2 Dance”
“The Job Centre Shuffle”
“Burning In Flames”
“Reasons To Stay Alive”
“Sentimental Love Songs”
“Jealousy”
“Noel Groove”
“The Lads”

In case that wasn’t enough for fans, Kaiser Chiefs have also shared details of a UK tour taking place next Spring. Tickets go on sale at 9am BST on Friday November 3rd, and will be available here.

Fans can also access a pre-sale by pre-ordering the group’s new album via their official website before 8:55am GMT next Tuesday (October 31). You can do that by clicking here.

Tour dates:

11/04/2024 – International Riviera Centre – Torquay
12/04 – Winter Gardens – Eastbourne
12/04 – Dreamland – Margate
16/04 – Globe – Stockton
17/04 – Civic – Wolverhampton
19/04 – Empress Ballroom – Blackpool
20/04 – Troxy – London
21/04 – Flippers Roller Boogie Palace – London

Sir Tom Jones And Other Big Artists Are Set To Perform At Greenwich Summer Sounds

Danielle Ediale — Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:04:44 +0000

Sir Tom Jones, along with three prominent major artists: Nile Rogers, CHIC and Kaiser Chiefs are set to headline the highly anticipated concert at the new festival called Greenwich Summer Sounds, a celebration of the best music within the United Kingdom. This will take place between July 4-8. Along with special guest supporting acts and another headliner are to be revealed. In the meantime, tickets will go out on general sale on Monday 13 March at 10 am, which will be available here.

It’s time to soak up the soundwaves. Your summer plans have docked

Welsh legend Sir Tom Jones never fails to bring a crowd to their feet. He’s sold over 100 million albums worldwide and will perform hits from his vast back catalogue. Jones’s powerful baritone and commanding stage presence and iconic songwriting truly mark an unforgettable event.

Multi-Grammy Award-winning legendary producer Nile Rogers will perform at the Greenwich Summer Sounds before Sir Tom Jones will be the closing act. He is famed for his work as the frontman and producer of the funk/disco group CHIC, who will also perform at the festival. He is well known for producing big hits for artists including David Bowie, Madonna and many more. He is recognised as one of the most influential figures in contemporary music and will perform classics from his extensive discography.

Next act to perform after Nile Rogers will be none other than Kaiser Chiefs. The five-piece band are quite known for their energetic live shows, wittiness, often political takes and lyricism, and have achieved 5 UK top 10 albums since their formation in 2002. With an extensive back catalogue, the Kaiser Chiefs will surely bring the house down with their powerhouse of a performance.

The festival will be run by IMG, who are behind The Big Festival, Hampton Court Palace Festival, Taste of London and Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. Matthew Mees, chief executive of Old Royal Naval College said, “We’re delighted to welcome such an incredible line-up of artists to perform at the Old Royal Naval College. It’s truly a magnificent venue for concertgoers to enjoy open-air music on a summer’s evening next to the river across London. Greenwich Summer Sounds is set to be a spectacular event in a beautiful and historic setting.”

Nile Rogers, alongside CHIC, will be the opening act for the performance on July 4, and Sir Tom Jones will be the closing act on July 6. Kaiser Chiefs will take over on July 8. Greenwich Summer Sounds would be perfect for a Saturday night out. With three major artists as the highlight of the festival, this is one occasion that music lovers won’t want to miss.

Kaiser Chiefs front man Ricky Wilson to become new judge on ‘The Voice’

Daniel Cordwell — Thu, 19 Sep 2013 18:01:51 +0000

The 35 year old three times Brit winner has become the final addition to this year’s talent show, by joining Kyle Minouge as this new judges on the upcoming series.

Wilson and Minouge will be replacing Jesse J and The Script frontman Danny O’Donoghue, who left earlier this year. The Kaiser Chiefs have been around for nearly 15 years now and have been chart toppers for many of them, so Ricky has plenty of experience and knowledge in what it takes to be a great frontman and performer, being well known for his energetic live shows.

The Kaiser Chief tweeted Kylie Minouge saying “I’m sat with my bags on the doorstep. What time you picking me up?” He also added “Who doesn’t want to spend their Saturday night with Kylie Minogue?”, and “I spent last winter yelling at The Voice, and both Sir Tom Jones and will.i.am were total superstars”.

Ricky appears excited about the chance to be a talent show judge but Kaiser Chief fans don’t have to worry as the lad from Leeds isn’t going anywhere, “I’m just lucky the Kaiser Chiefs have rubber stamped my temporary loan!”.

Catch Ricky when the talent show returns next year.