The Intelligence Garden 'Our real strength isn't technology - it's human connection' LONDON, THURSDAY 12TH FEBRUARY — Following the success of the multi-sensory masterpiece The Summer Palace, acclaimed digital artist Agustín Vidal Saavedra returns to Outernet today with his most ambitious project to date: The Intelligence Garden.  Through spectacular visuals on Outernet's free, 4-storey high, 16k screen surface screens, The Intelligence Garden guides audiences on a journey from simple, early forms of intelligence to human consciousness, framing intelligence as an emergent property of complex systems.  Agustín Vidal Saavedra is Creative Director at GLASSEYE, an award-winning creative technology studio based in Ireland, specialising in the production of immersive experiences at architectural scale. Working across large-format LED environments, XR and interactive media, the agency is known internationally for combining technical innovation with strong creative vision and narrative depth, creating experiences that are both memorable and meaningful. Agustín Vidal Saavedra, Creative Director at GLASSEYE, said:   "The way we think about intelligence is changing. The Intelligence Garden is not only a large-scale visual and technical work, but a reflection on how intelligence and artistic creation itself, is being rethought today." Using the metaphor of a garden - a site of growth, interconnection and transformation - the experience visualises the evolution of thought, perception and creativity. Moving fluidly from microscopic life to abstract human cognition, the work unfolds as a visually rich, living and evolving digital ecosystem. Commissioned by Outernet London - the most visited cultural attraction in the UK - The Intelligence Garden has been conceived specifically for The Now Building,  a landmark 23,000-square-foot, four-storey, 360° LED environment with wrap-around walls and ceiling, rendered at ultra-high 16K resolution. Located in the heart of London's West End, the building offers one of the most ambitious and technically advanced immersive canvases anywhere in the world. Produced using a hybrid creative pipeline that combines real-time, game-engine-based systems with cinematic animation and compositing techniques, The Intelligence Garden blends architectural-scale visuals, spatialised sound and responsive systems to create an experience that is at once technically mesmerising, emotionally resonant and conceptually rich. Agustín Vidal Saavedra's previous work, the hugely popular The Summer Palace, was a beautiful combination of Renaissance paintings, animation, particle simulations and 3D visuals. Project Name:  The Intelligence Garden Produced by:  GLASSEYE, (Producers of The Summer Palace) Creative Director::   Agustín Vidal Saavedra (Creative Director of The Summer Palace ) Opening Date:  12th February 2026 Core Themes:  Evolution, Human Connection, Biological Systems, Digital Art. Technical Mediums:  Animation, Particle Simulations, 3D Visuals, Immersive Audio. Key Message:  Human intelligence blooms through connection and ecosystem-thinking. Links IG profiles: @glasseye_xr @agustinvidalsaavedra @outernetglobal __ Website:  www.outernetglobal.com   www.glasseye.ie/the-intelligence-garden

The Rooks Credit: Daniel Blake Indie/rock rising stars, The Rooks  have today revealed the official music video for track, Found My Reason Why. The grainy visuals see the band performing to the track with the backdrop of the tower blocks in their hometown. Shot by long-time collaborator Daniel Blake. Earlier this month, The Rooks  announced their first physical offering in the form of their debut EP, Noise & Confusion , being pressed to vinyl. Last week, they sold out 100 unique personalised copies to their most dedicated fans, in just half an hour!  The band added, "We're looking to give back to the fans that were here at the very start. This is going to be a very big year." Released last November as a love letter to their fan's, Noise & Confusion can be streamed here . The Glaswegian stalwarts have quickly become ones to watch on the live scene, playing a slew of shows and gathering an ever-growing solid fanbase of rabid fans. The Rooks have already hit the ground running this year, and just last week made their live London debut at the Victoria in Dalston for The Money Trench Podcast . The five-piece have also supported the likes of Miles Kane, Brògeal, Overpass and The Academic across January and February. The Rooks  ended the year by emphatically selling out their headline show at Glasgow's Art School (500 capacity), in the last week of December - a statement of intent for what's to come from the band in 2026. See The Rooks live: 8.5 - The Road To The Great Escape at King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow 13.5-16.5 - The Great Escape Festival, Brighton 23.5 - A Stone's Throw Festival, North Shields 1.8 - Belladrum, Inverness More to be announced. The Rooks are Ross Gardiner (lead vocals), Cameron McKie  (guitarist) Matthew McFadyen  (guitarist) Kieran Luddy (bassist) and Coll McKinnon  (drummer) Follow The Rooks : Spotify Instagram YouTube TikTok

The Cases Mr Penny Preston  risers  The Cases  have emerged as next wave contenders in the indie-rock world, first attracting thousands of fans to their  TikTok  live sessions and then establishing an IRL following with last year's debut sold-out headline tour as well as major festival sets at  Isle of Wight  and  Y NOT? . Now things heat up in  2026  as they share the new single  'Mr Penny' , the title track from their upcoming debut EP.   Both releases herald the band's brand new deal with  This Feeling Records  in partnership with  LAB Records . The rock'n' roll tastemakers  This Feeling  have helped countless bands go from modest grassroots beginnings to the biggest of stages, with a network of nationwide gigs, festival line-up curation and their own  This Feeling By The Sea  weekender. Meanwhile,  LAB Records  guided  The K's  to  #1  on the  UK's Official Album Chart  last year and recently saw  ALT BLK ERA  earn their first  MOBO Award  nomination.   If you're new to  The Cases ,  'Mr Penny'  is the place to start. It is irresistible, high-energy indie-pop which feels like a hybrid between the youthful rush of  The Royston Club  and the arena-filling melody of  The Kooks  with a touch of  The Courteeners'  swagger. Its storytelling lyricism tells of a man who falls in love with the wrong woman - leading to a wedding in which the "til death do us part" promise rapidly becomes a prophecy.   Vocalist / rhythm guitarist  Harry Hornsby  says,  "If you're gonna get into a relationship, everyone's got a chance of getting hurt. When it works out, everyone's happy, but if not... you can end up like 'Mr Penny'. It's a fictional story, but it's something that many people go through. Between the ages of 16 and 19 you think you've found the love of your life, but it often doesn't work out."   The single is the first chapter of the  'Mr Penny'  EP, a four-track set which charts a story of faltering young love - from the uncertainty of  'The Curse'  to the heartbreak of 'She Said' and finally the release of being free to make a brand new start with  'Romantic' . Sonically the band's effervescent energy remains on point without simply sticking to a formula, at times stepping into melancholy reflection or accelerating into a punkish release of energy. All four songs were written back-to-back as the band's own experiences unleashed a flood of inspiration.   Bassist  James Maher  adds,  "The whole thing tells a story of the different ways that people take a breakup. We had all been through break-ups when we wrote it, so we felt those emotions: being upset, being angry, then realising nothing's that deep because we're still young."   The Cases  recorded the EP last year after the self-funded band pooled their finances to book sessions with producer  Chris Taylor  ( The Lathums ,  Blossoms ,  Courteeners ) at  Kempston Street ,  Liverpool . He helped unlock the band's potential during what they agree was the best two weeks of their lives: the vocals are powerful and expressive, the lead guitar sparkles more than ever, and the rhythms provide a thunderous foundation.   It's the sound of a band who you'd guess have been in the game for years, yet the band are still all aged between 18-21.  Harry  and lead guitarist  Will Bullen  first formed a band in school solely to enter a talent contest, but didn't fully discover their creative connection until they met on the first day of college. Their debut track  'Maybe'  caused a first ripple of interest in  2022 , before the line-up was finalised in  2023  with the addition of fellow college student  James  and then drummer  Matt Barron  - the latter of whom happened to be tearing through a beat-perfect cover of  The Stone Roses' 'Waterfall'  at a pub gig at the precise moment  Harry  was scrolling through his phone desperately searching for a suitable drummer.   Now they share influences dotted across the history of  British  music, from pioneers like  The Beatles  and  The Small Faces  to current scene heroes  The K's  and  The Royston Club , via  Arctic Monkeys  and  Paul Weller , and alongside less linear interests too, like  ELO  and  Red Hot Chili Peppers . Attending the mega  Oasis  reunion was inspiring too - they could see first hand that there's a huge, youthful audience for the kind of anthemic guitar music that they excel at.   The  LAB Records / This Feeling  deal is a huge stepping stone for  The Cases  - the two parties provide the expertise, connections, infrastructure and artist-friendly community that can open far more doors than they could hope to achieve working independently. The first step, they hope, will be more shows in front of bigger audiences as well as stretching their core audience far beyond the north-west. And longer term? The ambitions are to make music their full-time calling, to crash into the charts, and eventually become one of the  UK's  biggest bands.   And between the strength of their songs and their commitment to the craft, that's an entirely achievable ambition. They're approachable, down-to-earth characters too: all too happy to have a chat, sign a poster or pose for a photo with a growing fanbase. But it's real, too. If they're not playing gigs, you'll find them in the crowd at grassroots or academy-level shows. Simply,  The Cases  are on the way up.   The Cases  have plenty on the live front coming up. Their second headline tour will culminate with their biggest show to date at  Manchester Gorilla , which sold-out four months in advance. Their schedule also includes select shows with  Alex Spencer  and a variety of festival dates which will surely expand as the year unfolds. Remaining tickets for the shows, listed below, are available  HERE .   FEBRUARY - WITH ALEX SPENCER 15th - Sheffield, Sidney & Matilda - The Basement 17th - Birmingham, The Sunflower Lounge   MARCH 7th - Mexborough, Gorillafest   APRIL 11th - London, Dingwalls 2 (HEADLINE SHOW) 17th - Bridlington Spa, This Feeling By The Sea 24th - Edinburgh, Sneaky Pete's (HEADLINE SHOW) 25th - Glasgow, Audio (HEADLINE SHOW) 30th - Atherton, The Snug (HEADLINE SHOW - SOLD OUT)   MAY 1st - Manchester, Gorilla (HEADLINE SHOW - SOLD OUT) 23rd - Hull, Larkin Out Festival   JUNE 6th - Stockton, Munro Festival   AUGUST 20th-22nd - Leicestershire, 110 Above Festival   Follow The Cases: Spotify  |  Apple Music  |  TikTok  |  Instagram  |  WhatsApp  |  X  |  Facebook

Lowertown by Victoria Baczynska  UGLY DUCKLING UNION   OUT 22ND MAY VIA SUMMER SHADE New York duo  Lowertown  have announced their signing to  Summer Shade and their highly anticipated new album  Ugly Duckling Union , due out  May 22nd . Lead single “ I Like You Alot ” is a rare love song from the pair, detailing the physical sensations of infatuation over a spry drumbeat and lo-fi, twangy guitars. The track  “was written about the hope of a new crush, and the intoxicating feelings of admiring and fantasizing about someone from afar,”  shared the band.  “Loving someone without yet knowing them, and being filled with the idea of the potential time spent together. This thinking can become obsessive and compulsive, almost like a sickness taking over the body, but maybe not in a particularly bad way. It is also about the insecurity and the uncertainty about these feelings being reciprocated or un-reciprocated." The songwriting partnership of  Olivia Osby  and  Avsha Weinberg , the last few years saw the prolific pair teetering on the brink. From constant touring and a separation from their label to creative frustrations and an unhealthy attachment to one another, their artistic partnership and, more importantly, their friendship were on shaky ground—especially since these experiences were coloured by the disorienting intensity of their late teens and early 20s. It became clear that the two had to revisit their roots. Those roots trace back to Atlanta, Georgia: in the forests, the soon-to-be abandoned venues, the makeshift punk communities, to Weinberg’s family basement, but those roots also formed somewhere else entirely: the internet. The band grew up on Tumblr fan pages, Reddit forums, digital spaces that had not yet been corporatized. Places whose fandoms eventually leapt from the virtual to the physical, bringing people together to meet at concerts, coffee shops, and conventions to discuss their obsessions and connect over shared interests. During the pandemic, they watched these places change, become commodified, and disappear; people no longer had these physical spaces to be solely amongst friends with shared interests where communities and fandoms could strengthen. Out of this vacuum, the  Ugly Duckling Union  was born. Inspired by the conceptual creativity of bands like Gorillaz   and the emphasis on the communal concert experience of Fugazi,  Lowertown ’s new album, fittingly titled  Ugly Duckling Union , is the conceptual world of Dale the duckling protagonist and his companions as they attempt to band together to defeat LBH, a tyrannical media corporation set on separating and isolating in their pursuit of control. Through the band’s online connection with fans, their Discord server with channels for their community to share their own art and talk to the band, and their Instagram and YouTube pages, where they have built a cult following, they have already begun to bridge the gap between the digital and physical. Lowertown shows are often giddily attended by those who have met through their web of online fandom.  Ugly Duckling Union , accompanied by a conceptual story, a playable Minecraft world, a handbook, plush dolls, and drawn comics by Doctor Nowhere (Silas Orion), is creating the space to be obsessed together again. Alongside today’s album announcement, the band have announced an extensive headline tour of North America, kicking off in late April and running through the end of June, culminating in a hometown show at New York’s Bowery Ballroom. Tickets are on sale Feb 13th at 10am local. Tour Dates: Tue-Apr-28 - Philadelphia, PA - The Loft Wed-Apr-29 - Boston, MA -           The Sinclair Fri-May-01 - Burlington, VT - Radio Bean Sat-May-02 - Montreal - Le Ministere Mon-May-04 - Ottawa, CAN - 27 Club Tue-May-05 - Toronto, CAN - Hard Luck Room Thu-May-07 - Cleveland, OH - Mahall's Fri-May-08 - Indianapolis, IN - HiFi Sat-May-09 - Chicago, IL - Subterranean Sun-May-10 - Whitefish Bay, WI - The Argo Tue-May-12 - Minneapolis, MN - 7th St. Entry Wed-May-13 - Des Moines, IA - xBK Thu-May-14 - Lawrence, KS - The White Schoolhouse Sat-May-16 - Denver, CO - Larimer Lounge Mon-May-18 - Salt Lake City, UT - Kilby Court Tue-May-19 - Boise, ID - Shrine Social Club Fri-May-22 - Seattle, WA - Baba Yaga Sat-May-23 - Portland OR - Polaris Hall Tue-May-26 - San Francisco, CA - Rickshaw Stop Fri-May-29 - Santa Ana, CA - Constellation Room Sat-May-30 - Los Angeles, CA - The Roxy Sun-May-31 - San Diego, CA - Quartyard Mon-Jun-08 - Phoenix, AZ - Valley Bar Thu-Jun-11 - San Antonio, TX - Paper Tiger Fri-Jun-12 - Austin, TX - 29th St Ballroom Sat-Jun-13 - Dallas, TX - Club Dada Mon-Jun-15 - Nashville, TN - The End Wed-Jun-17 - Atlanta, GA - Masquerade - HELL Fri-Jun-19 - Jacksonville, FL - Hard Love Sat-Jun-20 - Orlando, FL - Conduit Mon-Jun-22 - Miami, FL - Lincoln's Beard Tue-Jun-23 - Tampa, FL - The Orpheum Thu-Jun-25 - Durham, NC - The Pinhook Fri-Jun-26 - Washington, DC - Songbyrd Sat-Jun-27 - New York City, NY - Bowery Ballroom Tracklist: 01 Mice Protection 02 Worst Friend 03 Echo of Desire 04 Forgive Yourself 05 Big Thumb 06 Cover You 07 I Like You A Lot 08 (I Like To Play With) Mutts 09 DIPSH*T 10 Anything Good Takes Blood 11 Found A 12 Some Things Never End Ugly Duckling Union  was fully written, recorded, produced, and mixed by Osby and Weinberg, and that insular, hands-on ethic is something they cherish—and has never waned. Although Lowertown are the sole caretakers of their art, their new album title is a celebration of the meaningful community they’ve built. “Our home has been the people who make us feel understood, and the music that makes us feel understood,” Osby explains. “I feel like Avsha and I have just been two misfits doing stuff together, and I feel like this music is for people like us—it’s for the misfit toys.” There’s a lot of freedom in being an outsider, and that’s ultimately what  Ugly Duckling Union  is about - finding and freeing yourself through community. And what could be more freeing, self-confronting, and funny than making a beautiful record with your ride-or-die, misfit-toy best friend? Connect with Lowertown: Instagram  |  YouTube  |  Twitter  |  TikTok  |  Bandcamp

PRE-SAVE HERE . BUY TICKETS HERE AFTERDRIVE return with their new single Fashion  which they have teased here , out 25th   February , a dark, hazy dive into modern romance. Pre-save Fashion here . To celebrate the release, the band will play a headline London show at The Social on 9th March . Tickets are on sale from 6pm here .  AFTERDRIVE are a band on the rise, locking into a sound that feels both fresh and inevitable. Their new song Fashion  plays like a future classic - uptempo, modern, and confidently fusing their influences with standout performances. More than just another guitar band, AFTERDRIVE push beyond their roots, layering contemporary synths and electronics beneath vocalist Ben Watts' effortlessly cool delivery.  Fashion  plays out across late nights and chaotic encounters and a magnetic infatuation with someone who is volatile, exciting with the kind of presence that pulls you in even when you know it's bad for you. Beneath that rush, Fashion  reveals something colder, exploring how love can feel hollow in the social-media age, where connection is easy, disposable, and often built on surface-level attraction rather than intimacy. AFTERDRIVE tap into the frustration of being physically close to someone while emotionally miles apart - a relationship full of tension, silence, and things left unsaid. Moody, impulsive, and painfully self-aware, Fashion,  produced and mixed by Thomas Mitchener, captures a generation caught between wanting closeness and being seduced by image - where desire burns fast, but something real always seems just out of reach. AFTERDRIVE have a busy February and Spring ahead. Later this week, they join The Entitled Sons as support on their UK tour, and in April they support US superstar Maggie Lindemann on her UK and EU tour, kicking off in Dublin on 14th April. They also have a very special warm-up show to be announced soon in their hometown of Ipswich. Their recent sold-out local headline show at The Waterfront Studio on 31st January saw them debut Fashion  live as well as be swarmed by fans at the end of the night for signings and meet and greets.  Last year saw the band support Ed Sheeran at his Portman Road stadium show and most recently release their song Necklace   in November. They received lots of support from BBC Radio 1 where Alyx Holcombe played it and said: " A band who is brand new to the show and I don't think I've ever fallen in love with a band as quick as this to be honest. Kinda giving me the Weeknd fused with the 1975 vibes". They also have had multiple plays by Jess Iszatt on her BBC Radio 1 show too. AFTERDRIVE were asked back for a second live session last year by their local BBC Introducing show hosted by Angelle Joseph, who has been a regular support. As well as on radio, the band have had support from the likes of Rolling Stone UK, Kerrang, The Independent and many other key tastemakers.  AFTERDRIVE are Ben Watts (Vocals), Ed Ruff (Bass), Joe Watts (Drums) and Luke Ellis (Guitar). Fashion  will be available on all major streaming platforms. Pre-save here . Purchase tickets for the London show here .  FOLLOW AFTERDRIVE AT: Website: afterdriveband.com Instagram: @afterdriveband TikTok: @afterdriveband Spotify: AFTERDRIVE | Spotify

Following a monumental show at The O2 in London in 2024 and last year's celebration of their US breakthrough record Crush, synth pioneers Orchestral Manoeuvres In The Dark (OMD)  have announced a run of summer 2026 UK and Ireland concerts.  Known for their captivating live show, packed to the brim with synth-driven hit singles, the 14 date run kicks off at Lincoln Castle on Thursday June 11th and includes prestigious shows at Hampton Court Palace in London on Friday 12th June and York Minster Gardens on July 9th. Still as captivating as they were in the 80s The Telegraph called the band,  "a masterclass in passionate, pioneering pop,"  in their 5* live review of the band's Royal Albert Hall show. ""There is always something special about outdoor concerts in the summer,"  Andy McCluskey said of the dates. " A different energy and excitement. Prepare for the party... and bring your dancing shoes!"   Full list of dates below and tickets are on sale now from  HERE .  OMD play the following UK summer dates: June Thu 11th        Lincoln Castle, Lincoln Fri 12th         Hampton Court Palace, London Sat 13th        80's Calling Fest, Plymouth Fri 19th         Guildhall Square, Southampton Fri 26th         Canons Marsh Amphitheatre, Bristol Sun 28th       Brighton Centre, Brighton July Sat 4th          Trinity College Concert Series, Dublin Wed 8th        Bradford Live, Bradford Thu 9th         York Museum Gardens, York Sat 25th        Dreamland, Margate Thu 30th       Kelvingrove Bandstand and Amphitheatre, Glasgow Fri 31st         Kelvingrove Bandstand and Amphitheatre, Glasgow August Sun 2nd        Villa Marina, Isle Of Man Fri 7th            Rochdale Town Hall Square, Rochdale Since the release of their first single 'Electricity' in 1979 OMD have continued to lead the way in British electronic music. One of the genre's pioneering acts, the band have gone on to sell 25 million singles and 15 million albums worldwide, appeared on Top of The Pops an incredible 29 times and released an impressive back catalogue of hits including the likes of 'Enola Gay,' 'Souvenier,' 'Joan Of Arc,' 'Locomotion,' 'If You Leave,' and many more. The band continue to push the boundaries of synth-pop with the release of their acclaimed album Bauhaus Staircase in 2023.   http://www.omd.uk.com/

Joining previously announced: KINGS OF LEON, THE LUMINEERS, THE BLACK CROWES, ELVIS COSTELLO AND THE IMPOSTERS WITH CHARLIE SEXTON, COUNTING CROWS, STEPHEN WILSON JR., JACK SAVORETTI, ORVILLE PECK, SIERRA FERRELL, MOLLY TUTTLE, AMBLE, KIP MOORE, KINGFISHER, KT TUNSTALL Plus many more London, UK, 05:00PM Tuesday 10 February 2026:  Brand new major weekend camping festival  State Fayre  has today announced that seven-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist  Alanis Morissette  will be coming to  Hylands Park  in Chelmsford to headline the Saturday night of the inaugural event. Alanis Morissette's appearance comes on the heels of her most acclaimed UK shows ever this past summer, with a sold out night at the O2 Arena and a career-defining set at her first-ever Glastonbury appearance. She will also be joined by musical powerhouse group  Skunk Anansie , also announced today. Tickets are on sale now via  www.statefayre.com , with payment plan options available. Alanis Morissette 's run of shows this summer follows her hugely popular 2025 World Tour. For 30 years Alanis Morissette has been one of the most influential women in contemporary music with her deeply expressive song-writing and performances earning vast critical praise. Her 1995 debut album  Jagged Little Pill  was followed by nine more eclectic and acclaimed albums, and her music, and most notable hits 'Ironic', 'You Oughta Know', 'Hand In My Pocket' and 'Thank U' remain as current today. In 2019, Jagged Little Pill the musical made its Broadway debut and was nominated for 15 Tony Awards, winning two at the 2021 ceremony, and away from music Alanis has also acted on the big and small screen. In 2021, Alanis' sold-out world tour celebrating 25 years of  Jagged Little Pill  was the number one female-fronted tour of the year and her 35-date North American Triple Moon Tour in 2024 sold more than half a million tickets packing every venue to capacity. Formed in London in 1994,  Skunk Anansie  are known for their powerful fusion of hard rock, punk, and funk influences. Fronted by the charismatic and dynamic Skin, whose distinctive voice and commanding stage presence have become the band's signature, Skunk Anansie broke through with explosive hits like 'Weak', 'Hedonism (Just Because You Feel Good)' and 'Charity'. After a hiatus in the early 2000s, Skunk Anansie reunited in 2009, continuing to tour and release new material that reaffirms their reputation as one of the most electrifying and thought-provoking bands in British rock, highlighted by the release of their recent top 10 album, the critically and commercially acclaimed  The Painful Truth . The announcement follows Neil Young's decision to cancel his upcoming European tour dates, including his performance at State Fayre. The UK's largest music and barbecue festival, with a capacity around 30,000, will also feature spectacular headline performances from  Kings Of Leon  and  The Lumineers , plus  The Black Crowes, Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton, Counting Crows, Stephen Wilson Jr., Jack Savoretti, Orville Peck, Razorlight  and many more.   State Fayre will bring a true taste of Americana to the UK in June 2026, with an incredible line-up spanning rock, country, and folk music. Inspired by American state fairs, long summer nights and tailgate parties, State Fayre is a celebration of music, food and culture, blending contemporary and classic sounds with a distinctive American theme, all less than 30 minutes from London.    Audiences will be able to immerse themselves in the sounds, sights, and tastes of Americana across the whole weekend. The UK's premier BBQ festival, FUME, will host The FUME Pit on-site, featuring award-winning pitmasters and vendors from across the UK and beyond. Co-founded by social media sensation  EatingWithTod , FUME has set the standard for BBQ excellence, with the largest BBQ cages in the UK and demonstrations from some of the most talented chefs in the industry.   Alongside three main stages packed with live music, State Fayre will also feature vegetarian and vegan food traders, live food talks and demonstrations, whiskey, craft beers and cocktail bars plus non-alcoholic drinks options, boutique camping options, state fair festival rides and activities.    Tickets are on sale now via  www.statefayre.com , with payment plan options available.

The announcement follows a breakout year, including Grand Ole Opry debut and a debut US headline tourNew EP 'Bluebird' out now NASHVILLE, TN.  –  (9 February, 2026)  – Rising Irish country artist  Gareth  has announced intimate UK dates as part of his upcoming  The Uncut Tour , bringing stripped-back performances to cities such as Liverpool, Cardiff and Nottingham in May, in addition to an appearance at The Great Escape in Brighton. Tickets on pre-sale from Wednesday, 11 February at 10am GMT  here , and general on-sale from Friday, 13 February at 10am GMT. The shows follow a standout 2025 for Gareth, which saw him make his debut at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry in Nashville last November. The moment marked a major milestone in Gareth's journey from Castlederg, Northern Ireland, to the global country music stage. Commenting on the tour, Gareth shared,  "These shows are going to be really special for me. Stripping back these songs back lets the stories breathe, and that's how a lot of them were written in the first place. Plus we are going to play a lot of unreleased music. I can't wait to be back in the UK and share these nights with everyone in Liverpool, Cardiff and Nottingham." The upcoming UK shows will see Gareth strip the songs back to their core, offering audiences an intimate look at the songwriting and storytelling that have quickly established him as one of the most exciting emerging voices. The announcement follows Gareth's debut US tour, with further live highlights including a major Belfast show at Ulster Hall and his first-ever headline hometown show in Castlederg. He also made a mark on the European headline tour circuit last year, and featured on C2C: Country to Country, The Long Road Festival, and an extensive support run with Kip Moore. Gareth will be making his Australian debut next month. Gareth released his acclaimed new EP,  Bluebird , last  October , featuring a duet with  GRAMMY Award-winning artist Joss Stone  and current single 'Stampede' which is #19 on the UK Country Radio Airplay Chart. The project blends heartfelt storytelling with Gareth's signature mix of traditional and contemporary country influences. The Uncut Tour  Dates: 15 May - The Great Escape - Brighton* 17 May - Arts Club The Loft - Liverpool 18 May - Rough Trade - Nottingham 20 May - Clwb Ifor Bach - Cardiff 24 May - Fortified Festival - Castlederg* 27 May - Roisin - Galway 28 May - Gleneagle Club - Killarney 30 May - High Chaparrel Country Festival* *Festival   ABOUT GARETH: Rising country artist Gareth is quickly making a name for himself with a sound that bridges the heart of Nashville and the soul of Northern Ireland. Born in the small town of Castlederg and raised on legends like George Jones and Hank Williams Jr., Gareth's love of country music runs deep. After building a loyal fan base online through heartfelt cover songs, his breakout moment came with a stripped-down version of Noah Kahan's "Stick Season," which went viral and set the stage for an international career. Now based in Nashville, Gareth's original music has struck a chord with fans across the globe. His newest EP, Steal Your Thunder, captures the emotional depth and melodic strength that define his style, while his latest single "Shoulders I Stand On" showcases a confident new chapter—pairing honest songwriting with bold, modern production. Together, his growing catalog has helped him surpass 70 million global streams and earn a publishing deal with BMG. Gareth's music has received widespread editorial support, landing placements on flagship playlists like New Boots and Today's Country, and earning consistent airplay on SiriusXM's The Highway, Smooth Country, and Absolute Country Radio. He's cultivated a dedicated following of over one million fans across social media and spent Summer 2024 touring internationally. Headlining sold-out shows across the UK and Europe and performing at Belfast's SSE Arena alongside Kip Moore. With a full-length project on the way and a packed tour schedule, Gareth is stepping confidently into the spotlight bringing a fresh voice and global perspective to country music's next chapter. KEEP UP WITH GARETH WEBSITE  |  INSTAGRAM  |  TIKTOK  |  YOUTUBE

Review By Lauren Page Worldwide superstar Jason Derulo kicked off his Last Dance World Tour in Glasgow on Thursday night, and while the production was undeniably slick, futuristic and visually impressive, the performance itself didn’t quite live up to the standard many fans were hoping for. Before we get into the criticisms, it’s important to say this clearly: Jason Derulo knows how to put on a show. From the moment the lights went down, it was obvious this tour had been meticulously designed. The set was bold and immersive, the choreography was intense and precise, and there was a clear narrative woven throughout the night. In terms of staging, visuals and theatrical moments, this was everything you’d expect from an arena-level pop spectacle. However, one thing became increasingly noticeable as the night went on - Jason barely sang live. Lip syncing isn’t unusual in pop concerts, especially when artists are dancing at such a high level. But when it begins to feel like the majority of the vocals are pre-recorded, it becomes hard to ignore. At one point, the woman next to me summed it up perfectly, saying she’d paid an eye-watering price to essentially watch someone dance to a backing track - a comment that felt genuinely heartbreaking, and one that echoed the sentiment of many fans both inside the arena and later online. This was particularly disappointing because Jason Derulo is an artist I’ve wanted to see live for years. Ever since Whatcha Say dropped back in 2009, I’ve been hooked on his sound, his slick pop-R&B crossover hits and, of course, his music videos - which never miss. He’s built a career on catchy anthems, strong visuals and an undeniable stage presence, so expectations were understandably high. When the Last Dance World Tour announced a Glasgow date, I jumped at the chance to attend - especially with Jason telling the crowd this would be his final tour, marking the end of an era. Whether that announcement is genuine or a clever marketing move remains to be seen. It could just as easily be a transition into a new musical direction. Either way, the concept of the tour leaned heavily into a futuristic aesthetic, from encouraging fans to wear metallic outfits to the striking stage visuals - which, side note, felt very AI-driven at times. Musically, the night delivered on nostalgia. We heard all the big hitters: Swalla, Wiggle, Ridin’ Solo, Talk Dirty, Breathing, Tip Toe - if you’ve had a Jason Derulo song on repeat at any point over the last decade, chances are it made the setlist. Hearing those tracks live, surrounded by a crowd who clearly knew every word, was a great experience and a reminder of just how many hits he’s amassed over the years. But again, the recurring issue of lip syncing took away from those moments. When a tour is billed as a farewell, fans expect a deeper connection - raw vocals, emotional moments, and a sense of gratitude between artist and audience. Instead, parts of the show felt more like a perfectly rehearsed performance than a live, once-in-a-lifetime experience. If this truly is Jason Derulo’s last tour, perhaps the toll of years on the road is finally showing. His work ethic and output over the years can’t be denied, and his influence on pop music isundeniable. Still, the opening night of a world tour - especially one branded as a farewell should feel special, and sadly, this one didn’t quite hit the emotional or vocal highs many fans were hoping for. That said, I finally got to tick a Jason Derulo concert off my list and hear some of my favourite playlist staples live. Unfortunately, it just wasn’t what I expected from a worldwide superstar. Visial spectacular, yes, but ultimately lacking the live vocal performance that would’ve elevated it from a good show to a truly memorable one.

London, Tuesday 3rd February 2026 – The Molotovs have today announced a major UK tour after midweek results put them challenging for No.1 in the Official Charts with debut album Wasted On Youth (Marshall Records). The chart success of Wasted On Youth is the outcome of a touring-led, fan-built campaign - rather than hype or algorithms - with the industry catching up on huge demand. Despite still being teenagers, siblings Matt (17) and Issey Cartlidge (19) have played more than 600 shows, amassing new fans everywhere they go. The band take the step up in September with the 'Welcome To Urbia' tour including the 2,300-capacity Forum in London, as well as major venues in Nottingham, Brighton, Glasgow, Newcastle, Sheffield, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Cardiff and Birmingham. In the Official Charts midweek figures on Monday, the band were at number 2 in the album charts, just behind Lily Allen and ahead of Olivia Dean. They are also ahead of guitar bands Cast, despite the recent Oasis support slots, and Kula Shaker. The band joked on Instagram that they are "in a chart war with some new, unsigned band called Lily Allen". Lily replied: "It's all love baby, @TheMolotovs, hope you win the war." The band's chart success is down to a focus on physical sales, with more than 6,000 pre-orders from the rapidly growing live fanbase, built over the last two years with the sale of 15,000 tickets. Matt said: "After tearing up every dive bar and stage on the circuit, finally unleashing Wasted On Youth feels electric. We've lived these songs on the road, pouring every ounce of sweat into every live show. To see that raw energy bottled into our debut album is massive - it's the payoff we've been chasing." Issey said: "We're delighted with the chart success of the album but that's not what we're about. Our passion is for getting out around the country, and around the world, playing for audiences new and old - connecting with people who love music as much as we do. That love of music can help build a positivity and optimism sorely lacking elsewhere in 2026." Recorded at Marshall Studio with producer Jason Perry, and mixed and mastered by Blair Crichton from Dead Pony, Wasted On Youth, features Matt and Issey with drummer Noah Riley. It includes the hit singles 'More More More More', 'Today's Gonna Be Our Day', 'Rhythm of Yourself' and 'Get A Life'. The band have honed their craft supporting, and taken inspiration from, legendary figures including Iggy Pop, Sex Pistols, Blondie, The Damned and The Libertines. Wasted On Youth is a life-affirming burst of new wave, punk, indie, and garage, opening with the blistering 'Get A Life', a direct strike against the toxic culture of social media negativity. From there, the band dives into the complexities of coming of age. Whether it's the pressure of academic expectations in 'Daydreaming' or the hazy, rehab-bound fantasies of 'Popstar', the lyrics reflect a generation caught between societal demands and their own creative instincts. "A lot of pressure is put on young people to know exactly what they want to do in life, which is just unrealistic," said Matt. This sentiment anchors the title track, 'Wasted On Youth', an anthem of self-doubt and the relentless passage of time. Yet, the album isn't just about the struggle; it's a rejection of the "small-town mentality" found in 'Geraldine' and a fierce defence of individualism in 'Rhythm Of Yourself', a track born from the band's refusal to be moulded by industry trends. From the lockdown-induced frustrations of 'Newsflash' to the frantic energy of lead single 'More More More More', Wasted On Youth is as much a sonic riot as it is a cerebral one. It concludes with the defiant 'Today's Gonna Be Our Day', a powerful "call to arms" urging listeners to reject apathy and stay informed. Artist: The Molotovs (Mathew Cartlidge & Issey Cartlidge). Release Title: Wasted On Youth (Debut Album). Record label: Marshall Records Official Release: 25th January 2026. Production: Produced by Jason Perry; Mixed/Mastered by Blair Crichton (Dead Pony). The Sound: A "chemical compound" of New Wave, Punk, and Indie Sleaze. Core Philosophy: Modernism as progression; optimism through individualism. Tracklist: 1. Get A Life, 2. Daydreaming, 3. More More More More, 4. Come On Now, 5. Nothing Keeps Her Away, 6. Wasted On Youth, 7. Geraldine, 8. Newsflash, 9. Rhythm Of Yourself, 10. Popstar, 11. Today's Gonna Be Our Day. Tour: September 2026 major UK tour Ticketing & Direct Link: https://themolotovs.os.fan/ The Molotovs UK tour dates: Thu 03 Sept 2026 - Tamshed, Cardiff Fri 04 Sep 2026 – Palais, Nottingham Sat 05 Sep 2026 – Chalk, Brighton Thu 10 Sep 2026 – TV Studio, Glasgow Fri 11 Sep 2026 – Digital, Newcastle Sat 12 Sep 2026 – Foundry, Sheffield Thu 17 Sep 2026 – The Wardrobe, Leeds Fri 18 Sep 2026 – Arts Club, Liverpool Sat 19 Sep 2026 – Academy 2, Manchester Thu 24 Sep 2026 – O2 Academy 2, Birmingham Fri 25 Sep 2026 – O2 Forum, Kentish Town, London Fri 02 Oct 2026 - Ulster Sports Club, Belfast Sat 03 Oct 2026 – The Grand Social, Dublin Wasted On Youth track-by-track: Matt from The Molotovs talks about the inspiration behind the songs on debut album Wasted On Youth. Get A Life: "It's about people who spend their time hating and spreading negativity. It's become easier than ever through social media, so it's a fight against that." Daydreaming: "'Daydreamin' is about being confused, naive, and lost for direction in life and someone telling you to wake up and stop daydreaming. A lot of pressure is put on young people to come out of their GCSEs and A-Levels and know exactly what they want to do in life, which is just unrealistic in my eyes." More More More More: "This was the first single and it's the moment at shows when the dancefloor goes from bouncing to pure chaos." Come On Now: "Yeah, so here's the problem: I've got no clue what 'Come On Now' is about. I actually have no clue." Nothing Keeps Her Away: "It's about someone the protagonist continually shrugs off, thinking they're a bit of a stalker, until he realises that she wasn't all that bad and he was just being a knob." Wasted On Youth: "'Wasted on Youth' 'is about self-doubt and the feeling that time just passes you by. The lyric says, 'Will you reminisce of all the things you did then? The seed of every problem is always growing from the stem.'" Geraldine: "It's supposed to be a letter from a separated friend to another, talking about how no matter how far away they are from each other, their bond will never be severed." Newsflash: "'Newsflash' is about the impact of lockdown on a generation - lost social skills, leaving people insular. And it's just I guess the frustrations about it." Rhythm Of Yourself: "It's about individuality, being your own man, and not being swayed by trends and herd mentality. More specifically it's about being f***ed over in the music industry by people who try and change you to go with the trends. 'Change your clothes, change your face and hair, and tell me it's only fair' is one of the lyrics." Popstar: "'Pop Star' is a young person's hazy dream of becoming a pop star, describing going out with supermodels, being number one, and washing up in rehab because, supposedly, as the lyric says, that's how it's done." Today's Gonna Be Our Day: "'Today's Gonna Be Our Day' is a call to arms for my generation to make change, take an interest in what's going on in the world. Don't be apolitical, stay informed. It's about making your surroundings a better place, and you could start today." About The Molotovs London-based siblings Matt (17) and Issey Cartlidge (19) are The Molotovs, a high-octane duo at the forefront of a burgeoning revival of authentic guitar music. Eschewing the typical path of viral shortcuts, the pair built their reputation the hard way: playing more than 600 shows across the UK's relentless live circuit. This grueling schedule has transformed them into one of the tightest, most explosive acts in the country. Their debut album, Wasted On Youth (Marshall Records), serves as a fierce rejection of the "lost generation" narrative. Rather than leaning into apathy, The Molotovs champion social optimism, individuality, and a direct call to arms for Gen Z to take up space and stay informed. Recorded at Marshall Studio with producer Jason Perry and mixed by Blair Crichton (Dead Pony), their sound bottles the raw, sweat-soaked energy of their live performances. From the chaotic spirit of 'More More More More' to the political urgency of 'Today's Gonna Be Our Day', The Molotovs aren't just playing rock and roll - they are revitalizing it for a new era. Marshall Marshall unites musicians and music lovers through a shared passion for high-quality sound and built-to-last products. For over sixty years, we've amplified the sound of the world's most talented artists and brought their music to crowds and solo listeners everywhere. That same drive is the foundation of Marshall Records. Our mission is to help fuel the next generation of musicians and provide access to state-of-the-art equipment, a cutting-edge studio, and full label services to help them achieve their full potential.

'Is This What You've Been Waiting For?'  became another landmark era in  Amy Macdonald's  career as it became her sixth consecutive  UK Top 10  album and added to a career total of a  billion+  streams. Last year also ended on a high when she played to  28,000  fans across two sold-out nights at  Glasgow's OVO Hydro . Now the album campaign continues into  2026  with the release of  'Can You Hear Me? The Remixes'  on  Record Store Day ,  April 18th . The news comes ahead of extensive touring across the  UK  and  Europe  which starts in  Munich  this  Sunday . 'Can You Hear Me? The Remixes'  features four new takes on one of the key songs from the  'Is This What You've Been Waiting For?' album. Side 1 features  Amy's  own extended version of the song alongside a revision from French remixer extraordinaire  The Reflex , while Side 2 adds remixes  KID Jones  (the alias of  Matt Jones , who co-wrote the song with  Amy ) as well as  GBX and Outforce - GBX  being the DJ name of  George Bowie,  who presents the breakfast show on  Clyde 1:  the biggest breakfast radio show in  Scotland . Limited to  1500  copies, the vinyl features a striking inkplosion design. Amy's  imminent tour of mainland  Europe  will add to the phenomenal tally of  5 million  people who have previously attended her shows - and multiple nights have already sold-out months in advance. She returns to the  UK  in  June , including prime billing at  TRNSMT  and headline outdoor shows at  Southampton Summer Sessions  and  Live At The Piece Hall .  August  then brings a mix of headline shows and summer festival dates in  Germany ,  Switzerland  and  Austria . The dates are below, remaining tickets are available   HERE . FEBRUARY 8th – Germany, Munich, Zenith (SOLD OUT) 9th - Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Den Atelier (SOLD OUT) 11th – Germany, Berlin, Tempodrom (SOLD OUT) 12th – Germany, Hamburg, Sporthalle (SOLD OUT) 13th – Germany, Leipzig, Haus Auensee (SOLD OUT) 16th – Austria, Vienna, Gasometer (SOLD OUT) 17th – Italy, Milan, Fabrique 18th – Switzerland, Zurich, the Hall (SOLD OUT) 20th – Germany, Wiesbaden, Schlachthof (SOLD OUT) 21st – Belgium, Antwerp, De Roma (SOLD OUT) 22nd – Belgium, Brussels, Ancienne Belgique (SOLD OUT) 24th – The Netherlands, Utrecht, Tivoli Vredenburg (SOLD OUT) 25th – The Netherlands, Groningen, De Oosterpoort (SOLD OUT) 26th  – Germany, Cologne, Palladium (SOLD OUT)   JUNE 12th - Southampton, Summer Sessions 18th - Halifax, Live At The Piece Hall 19th - Stockton, Globe 21st - Glasgow, TRNSMT AUGUST 7th - Switzerland, Stars In Town 8th - Switzerland, Lakelive Festival 11th - Germany, Landshut, Summerstage im Messepark Landshut 12th - Germany, Zwickau, Freilichtbühne 14th - Germany, Halle, Old Town Hall 16th - Germany, Lingen, EmslandArena 18th - Germany, Stuttgart, Freilichtbühne Killesberg 19th - Germany, Bonn, KUNST!RASEN 21st - Germany, Dresden, Freilichtbühne Großer Garten Junge Garde (SOLD OUT) 22nd - Germany, Bad Nenndorf, Esplanade 23rd - Germany, Bruchsal, Schlossgarten 25th - Germany, Bochum, Zeltfestival Ruhr 26th - Germany, Giessen, Kultursommer 27th - Germany, Bad Kissingen, Turnierplatz 29th - Austria, Ried im Innkreis, FACC Sky Dome Follow Amy Macdonald: Website  |  Spotify  |  Apple Music  |  Facebook  |  X  |  Instagram  |  TikTok  |  YouTube

"We are incredibly proud for our debut album to go straight into the top 3 of the Official UK Albums Chart. We would like to thank all the fans who have bought the record and tickets to see us live. Our audience has been built through authentic connections with fans at shows. Very excited for what's to come.'" -  Matt and Issey, The Molotovs NEWLY ANNOUNCED MAJOR TOUR SELLS 5000 TICKETS IN 24 HOURS LIVE PERFORMANCES DRIVE CHARTS SUCCESS - BUCKING INDUSTRY TREND London, Friday 6th February 2026  –  The Molotovs  debut album  Wasted On Youth (Marshall Records) makes a landmark entry at Number 3 in the Official UK Album Charts. Up against the Grammy winning Olivia Dean and multi-platinum Lily Allen, plus Brit Pop favourites (and Oasis support slot artists) Kula Shaker and Cast, the teenage London brother and sister rock duo crash the UK charts with a stunning debut. This week, they also announced a  major UK tour which sold 5000 tickets in just 24 hours  with their London Kentish Town date close to selling out. The chart success of  Wasted On Youth  is the outcome of a touring-led, fan-built campaign - rather than hype or algorithms - with the industry catching up on huge demand. Despite still being teenagers, siblings Matt (17) and Issey Cartlidge (19) have played more than 600 shows, amassing new fans everywhere they go. The band take the step up in September with the 'Welcome To Urbia' tour including the 2,300-capacity Forum in London, as well as major venues in Nottingham, Brighton, Glasgow, Newcastle, Sheffield, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Cardiff and Birmingham.   The band  joked on Instagram  that they are   "in a chart war with some new, unsigned band called Lily Allen".  Lily replied:  "It's all love baby, @TheMolotovs, hope you win the war."     The band's chart success is down to a focus on physical sales, with more than 6,000 pre-orders from the rapidly growing live fanbase, built over the last two years with the sale of 15,000 tickets. Matt said:   "After tearing up every dive bar and stage on the circuit, finally unleashing Wasted On Youth feels electric. We've lived these songs on the road, pouring every ounce of sweat into every live show. To see that raw energy bottled into our debut album is massive - it's the payoff we've been chasing." Issey said:  "We're delighted with the chart success of the album but that's not what we're about. Our passion is for getting out around the country, and around the world, playing for audiences new and old - connecting with people who love music as much as we do. That love of music can help build a positivity and optimism sorely lacking elsewhere in 2026." Recorded at Marshall Studio with producer Jason Perry, and mixed and mastered by Blair Crichton from Dead Pony,  Wasted On Youth , features Matt and Issey with drummer Noah Riley. It includes the hit singles  'More More More More' ,  'Today's Gonna Be Our Day' ,  'Rhythm of Yourself'  and  'Get A Life' . The band have honed their craft supporting, and taken inspiration from, legendary figures including  Iggy Pop ,  Sex Pistols ,  Blondie ,  The Damned  and  The Libertines.  The Molotovs Debut Album Wasted On Youth  is a life-affirming burst of new wave, punk, indie, and garage, opening with the blistering 'Get A Life', a direct strike against the toxic culture of social media negativity. From there, the band dives into the complexities of coming of age. Whether it's the pressure of academic expectations in 'Daydreaming' or the hazy, rehab-bound fantasies of 'Popstar', the lyrics reflect a generation caught between societal demands and their own creative instincts. "A lot of pressure is put on young people to know exactly what they want to do in life, which is just unrealistic,"   said Matt.  This sentiment anchors the title track, 'Wasted On Youth', an anthem of self-doubt and the relentless passage of time. Yet, the album isn't just about the struggle; it's a rejection of the "small-town mentality" found in 'Geraldine' and a fierce defence of individualism in 'Rhythm Of Yourself', a track born from the band's refusal to be moulded by industry trends. From the lockdown-induced frustrations of 'Newsflash' to the frantic energy of lead single 'More More More More',  Wasted On Youth  is as much a sonic riot as it is a cerebral one. It concludes with the defiant 'Today's Gonna Be Our Day', a powerful "call to arms" urging listeners to reject apathy and stay informed. Artist: The Molotovs (Mathew Cartlidge & Issey Cartlidge). Release Title: Wasted On Youth (Debut Album). Record label: Marshall Records Official Release: 25th January 2026. Production: Produced by Jason Perry; Mixed/Mastered by Blair Crichton (Dead Pony). The Sound: A "chemical compound" of New Wave, Punk, and Indie Sleaze. Core Philosophy: Modernism as progression; optimism through individualism. Tracklist: 1. Get A Life, 2. Daydreaming, 3. More More More More, 4. Come On Now, 5. Nothing Keeps Her Away, 6. Wasted On Youth, 7. Geraldine, 8. Newsflash, 9. Rhythm Of Yourself, 10. Popstar, 11. Today's Gonna Be Our Day. Tour: September 2026 major UK tour Ticketing & Direct Link: https://themolotovs.os.fan/   The Molotovs UK tour dates: Thu 03 Sept 2026 - Tamshed, Cardiff Fri 04 Sep 2026 – Palais, Nottingham  Sat 05 Sep 2026 – Chalk, Brighton  Thu 10 Sep 2026 – TV Studio, Glasgow Fri 11 Sep 2026 – Digital, Newcastle  Sat 12 Sep 2026 – Foundry, Sheffield  Thu 17 Sep 2026 – The Wardrobe, Leeds  Fri 18 Sep 2026 – Arts Club, Liverpool  Sat 19 Sep 2026 – Academy 2, Manchester  Thu 24 Sep 2026 – O2 Academy 2, Birmingham Fri 25 Sep 2026 – O2 Forum, Kentish Town, London  Fri 02 Oct 2026 - Ulster Sports Club, Belfast Sat 03 Oct 2026 – The Grand Social, Dublin Wasted On Youth  track-by-track: Matt from The Molotovs talks about the inspiration behind the songs on debut album  Wasted On Youth .   Get A Life: "It's about people who spend their time hating and spreading negativity. It's become easier than ever through social media, so it's a fight against that." Daydreaming: "'Daydreamin' is about being confused, naive, and lost for direction in life and someone telling you to wake up and stop daydreaming. A lot of pressure is put on young people to come out of their GCSEs and A-Levels and know exactly what they want to do in life, which is just unrealistic in my eyes." More More More More: "This was the first single and it's the moment at shows when the dancefloor goes from bouncing to pure chaos." Come On Now: "Yeah, so here's the problem: I've got no clue what 'Come On Now' is about. I actually have no clue." Nothing Keeps Her Away: "It's about someone the protagonist continually shrugs off, thinking they're a bit of a stalker, until he realises that she wasn't all that bad and he was just being a knob." Wasted On Youth: "'Wasted on Youth' 'is about self-doubt and the feeling that time just passes you by. The lyric says, 'Will you reminisce of all the things you did then? The seed of every problem is always growing from the stem.'" Geraldine: "It's supposed to be a letter from a separated friend to another, talking about how no matter how far away they are from each other, their bond will never be severed." Newsflash: "'Newsflash' is about the impact of lockdown on a generation - lost social skills, leaving people insular. And it's just I guess the frustrations about it." Rhythm Of Yourself: "It's about individuality, being your own man, and not being swayed by trends and herd mentality. More specifically it's about being f***ed over in the music industry by people who try and change you to go with the trends. 'Change your clothes, change your face and hair, and tell me it's only fair' is one of the lyrics." Popstar: "'Pop Star' is a young person's hazy dream of becoming a pop star, describing going out with supermodels, being number one, and washing up in rehab because, supposedly, as the lyric says, that's how it's done." Today's Gonna Be Our Day: "'Today's Gonna Be Our Day' is a call to arms for my generation to make change, take an interest in what's going on in the world. Don't be apolitical, stay informed. It's about making your surroundings a better place, and you could start today."