Hot off the presses, Future Islands has just dropped their seventh album, “People Who Aren’t There Anymore” on 4AD. Building on this momentum, the band has unveiled a visually stunning video for the track ‘The Thief’, directed by Ivana Bobic. Additionally, they’ve announced an extensive North American tour and added further UK and European dates to their itinerary in support of the project.
For a visual treat, check out the captivating video for ‘The Thief’ HERE.
Future Islands will be gracing European shores in May following their previously announced shows in South America scheduled for March. Their newly revealed UK tour in July includes stops in Bristol, Glasgow, Newcastle, and a highly anticipated London performance at Crystal Palace Bowl on July 27th. The North American leg of the tour kicks off in Boston on June 19th and features a highlight stop at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in New York on June 20th.
To celebrate the recent release of “People Who Aren’t There Anymore”, Future Islands is currently in London for two sold-out Banquet Record in-store performances at Kingston’s Pryzm. During their UK stay, the band made a memorable appearance on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch and also went live on NTS, treating fans to exclusive insights into their creative process. You can rewatch that here.
This latest album marks a significant evolution for Future Islands, a band that has been pushing boundaries for nearly two decades. While they’ve previously embraced high-energy anthems, “People Who Aren’t There Anymore” sees them delving inward, resulting in a collection of tracks that are both inspiring and heart-rending. Co-produced by Future Islands and Steve Wright, with mixing by Wright and Chris Coady, the album represents a pinnacle in the band’s career, showcasing their meticulous attention to detail and a newfound level of ferocity.
In summary, “People Who Aren’t There Anymore” is a testament to Future Islands’ enduring creativity and commitment to their craft. With a captivating visual narrative and an extensive tour schedule on the horizon, the band is set to captivate audiences around the globe with their electrifying performances.
Tour Dates:
16 March – GUADALAJARA, MEXICO, Teatro Studio
17 March – MEXICO CITY, MEXICO, Vive Latino Festival
19 March – LIMA, PERU, Centro de Covenciones Barranco
21 March – BOGOTA, COLUMBIA, Estereo Picnic Festival
12 May – MADRID, SPAIN, La Riviera
13 May – BARCELONA, SPAIN, Sala Razzmatazz
15 May – OSLO, NORWAY, Sentrum Scene
17 May – STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN, Annexet
18 May – COPENHAGEN, DENMARK, KB Hallen
19 May – HAMBURG, GERMANY, Grobe Freiheit 36
21 May – BERLIN, GERMANY, Tempodrom
22 May – COLOGNE, GERMANY, Carlswerk Victoria
23-26 May – SOUTH DERBYSHIRE, UK, Bearded Theory
25 May – LEEDS, UK, Live at Leeds in the Park
19 June – BOSTON, MA, Roadrunner
20 June – NEW YORK, NY, Radio City Music Hall
21 June – PHILADELPHIA, PA, Franklin Music Hall
23 June – WASHINGTON, DC, The Anthem
24 June – RALEIGH, NC, Martin Marietta Center for Performing Arts
25 June – ATLANTA, GA, The Eastern
27 June – NASHVILLE, TN, Brooklyn Bowl
28 June – CHICAGO, IL, Auditorium Theatre
29 June – ST PAUL, MN, Palace Theatre
1 July – MADISON, WI, The Sylvee
2 July – DETROIT, MI, Royal Oak Music Theater
4 July – TORONTO, ON, Massey Hall
6 July – MONTREAL, QC, MTelus
26 July – SOUTHWOLD, UK, Latitude Festival
27 July – LONDON, UK, Crystal Palace Bowl
28 July – BRISTOL, UK, Bristol Beacon
30 July – GLASGOW, UK, Kelvingrove Bandstand
31 July – NEWCASTLE, UK, City Hall
2 August – KATOWICE, POLAND, OFF Festival
4 August – WATERFORD, IRELAND, All Together Now
5 August – LOKEREN, BELGIUM, Lokerse Festival
11 September – VANCOUVER, BC, Malkin Bowl
13 September – SEATTLE, WA, Paramount Theatre
14 September – PORTLAND, OR, Revolution Hall
15 September – PORTLAND, OR, Revolution Hall
17 September – OAKLAND, CA, Fox Theater
18 September – LOS ANGELES, CA, Shrine Auditorium
19 September – DEL MAR, CA, The Sound
21 September – PHOENIX, AZ, The Van Buren
22 September – SANTA FE, NM, The Bridge at Santa Fe Brewing
24 September – DENVER, CO, Mission Ballroom
26 September – AUSTIN, TX, ACL Live at The Moody Theatre
27 September – HOUSTON, TX, White Oak Music Hall
28 September – DALLAS, TX, Longhorn Ballroom
