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Formed in LA in 1992, Weezer are a difficult band to label – over their storied careers they’ve bounced between pop rock anthems, grunge-tinged alternative rock and more than a few bizarre cover singles. In the UK they’ve enjoyed one Top 10 hit with ‘Beverly Hills’ in 2005, as well as other Top 40 entries with ‘Buddy Holly’, ‘Hash Pipe’ and ‘Island In The Sun’.

With The Gathering tour starting in the US and Canada this September with support from The Shins and Silversun Pickups, Weezer have today announced the next stages of the tour. The first leg is five nights in Japan next February, before the European run begins in May, opening in Dublin. From there, they’ll play Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow and Birmingham, before ending with London’s Alexandra Palace and Cardiff’s Utilita Arena. After that, the mainland Europe shows hit Paris, Amsterdam, Oslo, Stockholm and Helsinki. Support on all European and UK dates comes courtesy of US emo rock outfit Taking Back Sunday, who are reportedly building up to a 20th anniversary tribute to their classic 2006 album ‘Louder Now’. Full dates and venues are on the poster below:

With ‘Weezer (The Gold Album)’ due for release on August 21, the group released new single ‘C.E.O.’ and a star-studded music video for it today. ‘The Gold Album’ is their 20th studio LP and their 7th self-titled one, with all of them distinguished by the colours of their album covers. ‘C.E.O.’ is a classic Weezer jam, packed with smothering, fuzzy guitar tones and the video celebrates frontman Rivers Cuomo’s awkward, geeky charm alongside a cast including skateboarder Tony Hawk, actor Giovanni Ribisi, and Obsession director Curry Barker. It follows up earlier singles ‘Shine Again’ and ‘We Might As Well Be Strangers’.

Tickets for The Gathering tour release next week, with an early pre-sale available from purchasing the new album from Weezer’s official site – these go live at 10am BST on Tuesday August 11. General sale opens at 10am BST on Friday August 14. ‘Weezer (The Gold Album)’ releases on August 21 via Reprise and Warner Records.

@Vukoviband, @SPRINTSmusic, @dangeroussummer, @BIGSPECIAL_, Baby Lasagna, and 40 more PHENOMENAL bands are joining the 2000trees 2025 lineup!!

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— 2000trees Festival (@2000trees) February 6, 2025

In addition to these headliners, the festival has unveiled over 45 new acts, including Scottish duo VUKOVI, Birmingham’s punk duo Big Special, and Irish garage punk band Sprints. Other notable additions are Welsh post-hardcore veterans Future of The Left, dance-punk ensemble SNAYX, and metal-pop favourites Blood Command.

Kneecap is an Irish hip-hop group known for their politically charged lyrics, bilingual rapping (in Irish and English), and rebellious energy. Formed in Belfast, they have gained widespread attention for their provocative themes, often tackling issues like Irish identity, nationalism, and class struggles. One of Kneecap’s most well-known tracks is ‘C.E.A.R.T.A.’, which means ‘Rights’ in Irish. This song gained popularity due to its high-energy beat, politically charged lyrics, and bilingual delivery.PVRIS is known for their dark, atmospheric production, haunting vocals, and emotional lyrics. Their sound has transitioned from a heavier rock base to a more electronic-driven, synth-infused style, often drawing comparisons to bands like CHVRCHES, Paramore, and Halsey. For PVRIS, their breakthrough hit ‘My House’ remains their most iconic track. The song’s eerie and introspective themes about isolation and personal demons made it a fan favourite, cementing PVRIS as a rising force in the alternative rock world.Taking Back Sunday is an American rock/post-hardcore/emo band from Long Island, New York, formed in 1999. They are considered one of the defining bands of the early-2000s emo and alternative rock scene, known for their raw emotional lyrics, dynamic vocal exchanges, and anthemic choruses.Their biggest hit is undoubtedly ‘MakeDamnSure’. The song features passionate, almost desperate lyrics about obsession and destructive love, making it relatable for many fans.
The 2000trees Festival specializes in rock, punk, emo, post-hardcore, and alternative music, with a strong focus on underground, emerging, and independent artists. It’s known for showcasing the best of the UK’s alternative music scene alongside well-established international acts. The 2000trees Festival gets its name from its founders’ commitment to environmental sustainability. When the festival was launched in 2007, the organisers aimed to create an event that not only celebrated music but also had a minimal environmental impact. As part of this ethos, they planted 2 000 trees in the early years of the festival to offset its carbon footprint.

Tickets went on sale in October and include discounts for NHS staff and students. As of now, 4-day and VIP tickets have sold out, but 3-day and single-day tickets are still available. For more details on ticketing and the complete line-up, visit the official 2000trees Festival website.