Manic Street Preachers have exciting news for their fans as they have announced the release of their 15th studio album in the upcoming new year. Along with the album release, the band will be embarking on a UK tour, making a stop in Bristol. The band, originally from Wales and formed in 1986, has previously performed in Bristol in 2013 and 2017. Their last appearance in the city was when they headlined at Ashton Gate Stadium in May 2022. Now, the three-piece band is scheduled to perform at Bristol Beacon for one night only on April 26, 2025.
The announcement of the new album, titled ‘Critical Thinking’, was made on social media on October 25, with a release date set for January 31, 2025. Fans who pre-order the album by October 29 will have access to pre-sale tickets for the UK tour, which will begin on October 30. General ticket sales will start on November 1. The band’s latest single, ‘Hiding In Plain Sight’, features lead vocals from the band’s lyricist and bassist, Nicky Wire, and is now available for listening.
In addition to the album, which will be available in various formats including CD, LP, hardbook CD, and cassette, there will be two exclusive songs on a limited-edition 7″ record. For more information on the album and tour, fans can visit the band’s official website.
For fans who missed out on tickets for other upcoming tours, there are still opportunities to attend live shows. Coldplay has 12 shows scheduled in London and Hull next August and September, with tickets available on resale sites such as viagogo, VividSeats, and StubHub. Prices vary depending on the site and ticket type, starting from £235 for seated tickets.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet tour, set to hit the UK in March 2025, is also highly anticipated. Resale tickets are available for her six UK shows in Birmingham, London, Glasgow, and Manchester, with prices starting as low as £170 for seated tickets on viagogo. Fans can secure their tickets for an unforgettable musical experience.
With a new album on the horizon and an exciting UK tour in the works, Manic Street Preachers are gearing up to bring their music to fans in Bristol and beyond. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready to rock out with the iconic band in 2025.
