Credit: Hayley Thompson

Ahead of their second EP On The Island We Call Home, out 21st August on Polydor, Fletchr Fletchr have today shared new single Streetlights. A collision of driving percussion, towering melodies and commanding vocals, the track balances raw power with vulnerability as it unfolds in brilliant detail. Vocalist Rohan Fletcher explains, “‘Streetlights’ is about falling in love. Feeling like everything was aligned for you, then dealing with keeping that initial connection as alight as possible through the ups and downs of a relationship. ‘Streetlights’ feels special… it’s a much more hopeful take on this topic than we’ve written before.” 

On the EP, he adds: “‘On The Island We Call Home’ feels like our most polished piece of work yet. While still completely self produced, we’ve refined what we learnt from ‘We All Feel The Same’ into a much heavier hitting project that was curated to translate on the live stage. We dive deeper than we have before on this EP, and it’s only the start of our next chapter. The themes we explore are more mature and we approach them with a better sense of what’s going on around us. You can hear a bit more angst and anger in this new set of songs.” 

Take a listen below. The accompanying music video, directed by Maisy Banks, continues the expressive thematics from Fletchr Fletchr’s previous release ‘Fucking With My Head’. 

Fletchr Fletchr Live:
Friday 31st July - Wilderness Festival, Oxfordshire
Saturday 1st August - Kendal Calling, Lowther Deer Park
Friday 7th August - Boardmasters Festival, Cornwall
Friday 21st August - 110 Above Festival, Gopsall
Saturday 22nd August - Rock ‘n Roll Circus, Norwich
Friday 28th August - Tunes in the Park, Cornwall

Headline tour:
Tuesday 22nd September - Exeter Cavern, Exeter
Thursday 24th September - Chats Palace, London
Saturday 26th September - The Gathering Sounds, Stockton
Sunday 27th September - McChuills, Glasgow
Monday 28th September - Sunflower Lounge, Birmingham
Wednesday 30th September - Lions Den, Manchester
Thursday 1st October - The Waterfront Studio, Norwich
Sunday 4th October - The Cornish Bank, Falmouth

i: https://www.instagram.com/fletchrfletchr  

Photo credit: Ewan Ogden

With their first new music in 12 months, Wigan's finest The Lathums have made their very welcomed return with new single Vice Versa. Pondering vulnerability and seeking self-assurance, the track questions the feelings of not fully belonging in the world as Alex Moore's empowered vocals light up a backdrop of melodic guitar notes and dazzling instrumentation. “‘Vice Versa’ was written from a feeling of not fully belonging in the world we’ve built around ourselves,” explains Moore. “It came from that experience of having everything you need to survive, yet still feeling hungry for meaning, connection, and peace. The song sits between connection and alienation, between needing people deeply and fearing what we carry inside ourselves. Writing it with Ian down in Brighton pushed me into a much more vulnerable place creatively, and what started as a songwriting session very quickly became more like a therapy session. We spoke a lot about identity, dependence, fear and navigating life, and it ended up being probably the most open, honest and raw writing experience I’ve had in my career so far.” Take a listen below with the James Slater directed video. 

Live Dates
Fri 17 Jul 2026 - London, Alexandra Palace Park*
Sat 18 – Sun 19 Jul 2026 – Nottingham, Splendour
Thu Jul 30 – Sun 2 Aug 2026 – Kendal, Kendal Calling
Thu 27 – Sat 30 Aug – Leeds, Leeds Festival
Fri 6 Nov - Leeds, First Direct Arena**
Sat 7 Nov – Cardiff, Utilita Arena**
Fri 13 Nov – Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena**
Sat 14 Nov – London, Alexandra Palace**
Fri 20 Nov – Glasgow, OVO Hydro**
Sat 21 Nov – Birmingham, Utilita Arena** 

*with Richard Ashcroft 
**with Courteeners

 i: https://www.instagram.com/thelathums

Credit: Aled Llewelyn

After a decade performing in Adwaith, Gwenllian Anthony returns as GWEN, sharing her debut solo single Achub Yr Iaith. Translated as Saving the Language, the track's darkened pop tones and pulsating beat mark a bold new chapter for the well-adorned artist. As Gwenllian explains, “‘Achub Yr Iaith’ came from years of hearing people reduce Adwaith’s success to everything except our hard work. There were even conspiracy theories that we were being funded by the Welsh government to spread the language, as if that explained our achievements. It completely disregarded the years we spent writing, touring, and pushing ourselves creatively, reducing our success to the idea that we’d been handed it simply because we sang in Welsh. This song is about reclaiming that narrative. It’s a reminder that talent, determination, and belief will always matter more than the assumptions others make about you.” Take a listen below with the official video directed by Louis O’Hara and Gwenllian herself.

Catch GWEN perform her debut solo show at this year's Green Man festival, Sunday August 23rd on the Walled Garden Stage. 

i: https://www.instagram.com/gwenmusic.gwenmusic

South London musician and producer Henry Coke has today revealed his endearing new single I Want To Feel It In My Heart. Born into a lineage of vicars and church leaders, Henry drifted from the constraints of the church to wrestle with faith and God out in the open, finding reflections of his songs in the works of Sufjan Stevens, Bob Dylan, Young Fathers and Low. Here, we get a powerful glimpse of his capabilities as rousing percussion and soaring vocals drive the track toward its towering climax. Of the single Henry shares: “I Want To Feel It In My Heart' is the envy of the feeling of faith, the desperation to feel free in its grace and simplicity. What is living worth if you don’t have a reason? It’s a call to be shown something in a void of silence. People seem to find peace in the silence, and it’s the longing to also feel that way, instead of feeling fearful of it.” Take a listen below. 

Live dates
Tues 11^th August - The George Tavern, London

i: https://www.instagram.com/henry.coke

Credit: Rosa Levenson

Following on from last month's single Julia Roberts, jo from school returns today with the tender offering, Weight, ahead of her forthcoming debut EP, Grace, Flair & Distance, which will be released on the 7th August via Chess Club Records. Acting as an introspective moment of reflection, the track’s softly plucked guitar melodies and calming vocals reveal another layer of the artist’s dynamic talent. Speaking about ‘Weight’, Jo explains: “This one was unique in that it was hard to keep writing, but [my producer] Rich knew it could be something. We understood that there was a fine line between supporting the songwriting and emphasising the parts that needed a push, and overdressing the song to a point where the rawness is covered up and lost. It was the first time he ‘pushed’ for me to continue with an idea - I’m very grateful he did. It’s a soft and heavy song, and my favourite to play live.” Take a listen below with the video, shot by Jo’s sister, Grace, on a family holiday in the lush Welsh countryside.

Live Dates
Thursday 23rd July - Folio Presents @ Free Will Prison, London
Friday 25th - Son Estrella Galicia Soundhood @ Hackney Style Council, London
Wednesday 7th October - RABBITFÊTE @ Chats Palace, London

i: https://www.instagram.com/jofromschool/  

Photo credit: Erika Kamano

Ahead of her forthcoming new album Pylon, out September 18 on Dirty Hit/Interscope Records, beabadoobee has returned today with the brilliant new single Switchblade. A bold statement of intent, the second track lifted from the LP rides a convulsing beat, serving up another irresistible taste of what's to come. Sharing details on the album, Laus says: "Pylon is about accepting that negative feelings are going to come back—accepting the insecurity and feeling confused. It’s all a necessary part of growing and knowing yourself better. You have to go through all that shit, I have to write about it." Take a listen below. 

‘The Powerlines Tour’ Dates
October 1 – Uncasville, CT – Mohegan Sun Arena*
October 2 – Philadelphia, PA – Liacouras Center*
October 3 – Boston, MA – TD Garden*
October 5 – New York, NY – Madison Square Garden*
October 7 – Toronto, Canada – Scotiabank Arena*
October 8 – Laval, Québec Canada – Place Bell*
October 10 – Columbia, MD – Merriweather Post Pavilion*
October 11 – Raleigh, NC – Lenovo Center*
October 13 – Orlando, FL – Addition Financial Arena*
October 14 – Duluth, GA – Gas South Arena*
October 16 – The Woodlands, TX – The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion*
October 17 – Austin, TX – Germania Insurance Amphitheater*
October 19 – Phoenix, AZ – Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre*
October 21 – Los Angeles, CA – The Kia Forum*
October 24 – San Diego, CA – Viejas Arena*
October 26 – Oakland, CA – Oakland Arena*
October 28 – Vancouver, BC – Rogers Arena*
October 29 – Seattle, WA – Climate Pledge Arena*
November 14 – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro
November 16 – Cardiff, UK – Utilita Arena
November 17 – Manchester, UK – AO Arena
November 18 – London – The O2
November 23 – Copenhagen, DK – K.B. Hallen
November 24 – Stockholm, SE – Fryshuset Arenan
November 27 – Oslo, NO – Spektrum
November 30 – Paris, FR – Zenith ~
December 2 – Amsterdam, NL – AFAS Live ~
December 3 – Amsterdam, NL – AFAS Live ~
December 4 – Brussels, BE – Forest National ~
December 6 – Berlin, DE – Tempodrom ~
December 7 – Düsseldorf, DE – Mitsubishi Electric Halle ~

Previously Announced Summer Dates
July 30 – Saint Charles, IA – Hinterland Music Festival
July 31 – Chicago, IL – The Salt Shed (Official Lolla Aftershow)
August 2 – Chicago, IL – Lollapalooza
August 4 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheater
August 7 – Morrison, CO – Red Rocks Amphitheatre*

support:
*Wisp
~ Violet Grohl 

i: https://www.instagram.com/radvxz

Photo Credit Jackie Lee Young

Coinciding with the announcement of her forthcoming new album, A Mile South of Heaven, due out October 9th, Texas-born singer-songwriter Jess Williamson has today shared the LP's first single, Goodbye to All That. Inspired by her favorite Joan Didion essay by the same name, Williamson reveals, “Didion’s essay is about leaving New York after eight years and how ‘it’s distinctly possible to stay too long at the fair.’ In my eighth year of living in LA, I felt it was time to leave. I wrote this song as my farewell to LA, but songs are powerful in sneaky ways, and the song itself changed my mind. I realised I wasn't finished with life in LA” Take a listen below. 

'A Mile South of Heaven' Tracklist 
1. Goodbye to All That
2. High Heels and Blue Jeans
3. Country Mile
4. A Mile South of Heaven
5. Tracking the Tropics
6. Dark Day in Dallas
7. Hum of the City
8. Texas Time
9. Someone Else’s Horse
10. Legends Die
11. Battle Scar
12. The Gem and Mineral Show

i: https://www.instagram.com/jesswilliamson

Photo Credit: Steve Gullick

After a decade as a band, four albums, millions of streams and worldwide live shows, the only thing left for Nothing But Thieves was Evolution. Recently announcing their next chapter, the band returned with news of their fifth studio album ‘Stray Dogs’ released on 25th September via RCA/Sony Music. Today sees them unveil their latest single and title track from the record, alongside an animated visualiser created by acclaimed British visual artist Weirdcore. Speaking about the track the band share, "We've spent a long time writing about the negative aspects of pack mentality - tribalism, division. This song is the converse. ‘Stray Dogs’ is about finding your people. The image that stayed with us was of our road family, when there are thirty of us gathered in some far-flung part of the world. Or the moment the doors open and thousands of people come streaming into a festival or one of our shows, becoming one. It's about belonging and shared momentum. I guess the community we have built for the last decade. Once the idea of ‘Stray Dogs’ was fully formed, it made sense to base the rest of the album around it." Take a listen/watch below. 



July:
Wed 15th – Athens, Greece – Ejekt Festival
Sat 18th – Cluj, Romania – Electric Castle Festival

August:
Fri 21st – Edinburgh – Royal Highland Showgrounds (with Biffy Clyro)

Headline 2027 Tour Dates:
January 2027:
Tues 12th – Paris – Zénith
Weds 13th – Cologne – Lanxess Arena
Fri 15th – Amsterdam – Ziggo Dome *sold out*
Sat 16th – Amsterdam – Ziggo Dome *sold out*
Mon 18th – Zurich – The Hall
Wed 20th – Munich – Olympiahalle
Thurs 21st – Lodz – Atlas Arena
Fri 22nd – Prague – O2 Universum
Sun 24th – Milan – Unipol Forum
Mon 25th – Vienna - Gasometer
Wed 27th – Ludwigsburg – MHP Arena
Fri 29th – Berlin - Max-Schmeling-Halle
Sat 30th – Hamburg - Sporthalle
Sun 31st – Antwerp – AFAS Dome

February 2027:
Tues 2nd – Dublin – 3Arena
Thurs 4th – Nottingham – Motorpoint Arena
Fri 5th – London – The O2
Mon 8th – Cardiff – Utilita Arena
Wed 10th – Glasgow – OVO Hydro
Fri 12th – Manchester – Co-Op Live
Sat 13th – Birmingham – bp pulse LIVE

March 2027:
Tues 30th – Vancouver – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Wed 31st – Seattle – Paramount Theatre

April 2027:
Thurs 1st – Portland – Crystal Ballroom
Sat 3rd – Oakland – Fox Theatre
Sun 4th – Los Angeles – Hollywood Palladium
Tues 6th – San Diego – SOMA
Wed 7th – Phoenix – The Van Buren
Fri 9th – Denver – Mission Ballroom
Sun 11th – Minneapolis – The Fillmore
Mon 12th – Chicago – The Salt Shed
Tues 13th – Detroit – The Fillmore
Thurs 15th – McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania – Roxian Theatre
Fri 16th – Philadelphia – The Fillmore
Sat 17th – New York – Brooklyn Paramount
Mon 19th – Boston – House of Blues
Tues 20th – Montreal – Mtelus
Wed 21st – Toronto – Massey Hall

i: https://www.instagram.com/nothingbutthieves

Credit: Xander Lewis

Returning with their third single this week, Little Grandad are pleased to reveal the brilliant Babe, We've Run Out of Time. Having built a formidable reputation through their electrifying live shows, the band effortlessly capture that same energy in the studio, delivering twanging melodies, infectious hooks, and a wealth of irresistible guitar riffs. Little Grandad’s vocalist and guitarist Harry Lower shares the following: “I’d been listening to lots of old French music like Edith Piaf and had become really into trying to write traditional songs. As I started to write the song it became clear it was going to sound nothing like that. Babe, We’ve Run Out Of Time is the band’s 1940s-inspired indie-rock song.” Take a listen below. 

Little Grandad Live:
8th July – George Tavern, London SOLD OUT
9th July – Shacklewell Arms, London SOLD OUT
10th July – The Windmill, London SOLD OUT
11th July – Papilon, Southampton (So Young Magazine All-Dayer)
24th July – Deer Shed Festival, Thirsk
25th July – Latitude Festival, Southwold
26th July – Midi Festival, Hyères
31st July – All Together Now Festival, Waterford 
2nd August – Wilderness Festival, Oxfordshire
8th August – Absolutely Free Festival @ C-Mine, Genk
21st August – Green Man Festival, Brecon Beacons
28th August – Into The Great Wide Open, Vlieland
29th August – Victorious Festival, Portsmouth
30th August – Tileyard North, Wakefield (w/ The Vaccines)
1st September – The Croft, Bristol SOLD OUT*Headline Show*
2nd September – Bodega Social Club, Nottingham *Headline Show*
4th September – Brighton Psych Fest, Brighton 
5th September – Moseley Folk Festival, Birmingham 
6th September – End of the Road Festival, Dorset
9th September – Sneaky Pete’s, Edinburgh *Headline Show*
10th September – McChuills, Glasgow *Headline Show*
12th September – Xerox, Newcastle *Headline Show*
13th September – Oporto, Leeds SOLD OUT *Headline Show*
15th September – Deaf Institute, Manchester *Headline Show*
16th September – Scala, London *NEW DATE*
18th September – Reeperbahn Festival, Hamburg
26th September – Float Along Festival @ Sidney and Matilda, Sheffield
15th October – Swn Festival @ Clwb Ifor Bach, Cardiff
17th October – Neighbourhood Festival @ Pink Room (YES), Manchester
24th October - Mutations Festival @ Dust, Brighton
5th November – Pitchfork Paris @ Supersonic Records, Paris

i: https://www.instagram.com/littlegrandad_

Photo credit / Dan Kendall

Following on from his debut solo single 'Dora, Jack Kaye is back with his second offering in the form of The Weight. Taken from the newly announced EP Go Easy, set for release August 14th on Fascination Street Records, the track highlights his perfected pop brilliance, pairing bold songwriting with an insatiable delivery. On the new single, Jack Kaye says - "There were lots of big life changes that happened for me around the same time. The end of the band kind of signalled that, and the wave of real, adult life knocked me back a bit. It’s about coming to terms with the responsibility of real life; earning a living outside of the band, starting a family… I was also thinking about my Dad, and the ways I want to be like him as a parent, and the things I’d like to do differently. So that’s in there as well" Take a listen below. 

Live Dates
July 7th - The George Tavern, London (with Kamran Khan)
August 13th - Kings Cross Summer Sounds, London
Sept 9th - The George Tavern, London (EP Launch)

i: https://www.instagram.com/_jack_kaye