Dublin-via-London’s Somebody’s Child have dropped their highly anticipated sophomore album, When Youth Fades Away, a sonic evolution produced by Grammy-winner Peter Katis (The National, Interpol, Frightened Rabbit). The album, a blend of emotive rock and pulsing electronic textures, delves into themes of time, relationships, and the search for meaning, as evidenced in singles like the anthemic “Time of My Life” and the introspective “Irish Goodbye.”
Frontman Cian Godfrey describes the record as a pivotal moment, stating, “’When Youth Fades Away’…marks an important milestone in our creative journey…a reminder to seek joy at every turn.” He likens the album’s narrative to revisiting familiar places with a newfound perspective, explaining, “It’s like going back to your parents’ house and noticing something you haven’t seen in years, and having a completely different perspective on it now that you’re older. Like the yellowing of a book, it becomes highlighted by time. By recognising this, we are giving value to it.” This reflection on the passage of time permeates the 11-track album, featuring contributions from Thomas Bartlett (Doveman), and sees the band drawing influences from Kraftwerk to Leonard Cohen, pushing beyond indie rock conventions.
To celebrate, Somebody’s Child has embarked on a whirlwind tour, including a slew of sold-out in-store shows:
- Instore tour
- 27th March – Banquet Records (acoustic) – Kingston, UK [SOLD OUT]
- 28th March – Rough Trade East (full band) – London, UK [SOLD OUT]
- 29th March – Rough Trade Nottingham (acoustic) – Nottingham, UK [SOLD OUT]
- 30th March – Jumbo Records (acoustic) – Leeds, UK
- 31st March – Reflex (acoustic) – Newcastle, UK
- 1st April – Assai Records (acoustic) – Glasgow, UK
- 2nd April – Jacaranda Records (full band) – Liverpool, UK
- 3rd April – Spindizzy Records (full band) – Dublin, IE
- German tour
- 8th April – Yuca – Cologne, DE [SOLD OUT]
- 9th April – Im Wizemann – Stuttgart, DE [SOLD OUT]
- 10th April – Kranhalle – Munich, DE [SOLD OUT]
- 12th April – Gleis 22 – Münster, DE [SOLD OUT]
- 13th April – Mephisto – Hannover, DE
- 14th April – Nachtleben – Frankfurt, DE [SOLD OUT]
- 16th April – Speicher – Husum, DE [SOLD OUT]
- 17th April – Molotow – Hamburg, DE [SOLD OUT]
- Festivals
- 14th June – Golden Touch Festival – Portsmouth, UK
- 20th – 22nd June – Traumzeit Festival – Duisburg, DE
- 6th July – Rock Werchter – Werchter, BE
- 24th – 27th July – Latitude Festival – Southwold, UK
- 31st July – 3rd August – Y Not Festival – Pikehall, UK
- 29th August – Rock N Roll Circus – Sheffield, UK
- 28th – 30th August – 110 Above Festival – Gopsall, UK
Godfrey reflects, “If our first album was about running away, this one is about staying put and reflecting.” When Youth Fades Away promises to be a defining moment for the band, showcasing a mature and ambitious sound. Tickets for remaining tour dates are available at www.somebodyschildmusic.com.
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