NewDad: ‘Altar’ Album, ‘Roobosh’ Single & 2024 Tour Dates
NewDad Announce 2025 Tour Dates Following Critically Acclaimed ‘Altar’ Release
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Irish indie quartet newdad are hitting the road in 2025, bringing their captivating sound to the UK, Ireland, and Europe. This announcement follows the recent release of their sophomore album, ‘Altar’, and builds on the momentum of their debut, ‘Madra’, which garnered significant praise in 2024. HearS everything you need to know about the tour and the band’s exciting trajectory.
NewDad 2025 Tour Dates: Were to Catch Them
NewDad will be touring extensively throughout early 2025,offering fans multiple opportunities to experience their music live. The tour kicks off in February and runs through March, covering key cities across the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe.
UK & Ireland Tickets: https://ticketmaster.co.uk/newdad-tickets/artist/5345140
International Tickets: https://ticketmaster.com/newdad-tickets/artist/2768391
Don’t miss your chance to see this rising band live – tickets are expected to sell quickly!
diving into ‘Altar’: Themes and Inspiration
‘Altar’, released to eager anticipation, represents a significant step forward for NewDad.written over the past two years, the album delves into deeply personal themes, reflecting the band’s experiences as relocating to London.
The album explores the complexities of relationships, the pull of home (homesickness), the drive for ambition, and the sacrifices often made in pursuit of dreams.Its a raw and honest portrayal of young adulthood, resonating with anyone who’s ever felt torn between different worlds.
‘Madra’: A Breakthrough Debut
Before ‘Altar’, NewDad made a splash with their debut album, ‘Madra’. The album was a critical success, earning a place on NME’s Top 100 Albums of 2024.
NME praised the album, giving it a four-star review and highlighting the band’s ability to blend their past and present influences. The review noted how Julie Dawson’s lyrics “cut through the glistening, propulsive sound the band have fashioned into a protective cocoon.”
You can read the full review here: https://www.nme.com/reviews/album/newdad-band-debut-album-madra-review-radar-3573726
Julie Dawson’s Solo Venture: ‘Bottom Of The Pool’
While NewDad remains the core focus, vocalist Julie Dawson also released her debut solo album, ‘Bottom Of The pool’, last year. She described the album to NME as “definitely more pop-leaning, but still with all those heavy guitar and bass sounds. There’s a lot more synth sounds going on too. There’s a lot more going on, but still with that classic NewDad sound.”
This solo project demonstrates Dawson’s versatility and creative range, adding another layer to the NewDad story. You can find more about it here: [https://www.nme.com/news/music/newdad-announce-2025-uk-ireland-and-european-tour-buy-tickets-3870129](https://www.nme.com/news/music/newdad-announce-2025-uk-ireland-and-european-tour-buy-tickets-3870129