The House Beyond The Fires to all corners of the UK. This spiky, punk rock fuelled duo are a formidable force with a raw live energy that is almost unbeatable: a live show not to be missed.
Frontman Ally states:
We’ve never been prouder of an album than this one, it feels only right to extend the run and cover as much of the UK as possible. This will be the most extensive tour of Britain we’ve done and we’re proud it includes some of the coolest independent venues. These places should be both celebrated and ed, they’re part of the last standing pillars of truth within a crumbling industry and it’s our pleasure to create further memories within them.
Macclesfield’s power duo The Virginmarys have recently released their third single “When The Lights Go Down” from their fourth studio album The House Beyond the Fires and today showcase a brand new video for the track which features a combination of live and light hearted footage from their 2024 tour with Ugly Kid Joe. This footage captures a different side to the band and gives a peek behind the curtain to life on the road with The Virginmarys.
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“When The Lights Go Down” is an anthemic powerhouse that captures the raw energy we’ve come to love from the pairing. While it retains their signature intensity, this track introduces a refreshing authenticity and a more melodic sound compared to their previous singles. With its indie swagger and an irresistibly catchy chorus, “When the Lights Go Down” is bound to linger in your mind for days.
Frontman Ally states:
Out of all the songs we’ve done, this is one of my favourites ever. The hook, melody and lyrics together with Danny’s hard hitting and intricate drumming showcases many of the unique flavours of the band in one track. I don’t think there’s anyone better at doing sixteenths on a hi-hat than Danny. It’s our most anthemic Virginmarys song!
This extra video we have released was captured by the super talented Ashley Barry when we were on the road with our good friends Ugly Kid Joe. Ashley wanted to capture more of the off stage personalities of us both, so it’s a different vibe to most of our other music videos and we think it will be a fan favourite.
The House Beyond the Fires is the band’s first album as a two piece in 2021, teaming up with Dave Draper to produce the drums and guitars (Terrorvision, The Wildhearts) and Karl Daniel Lidén from Sweden for the mix and mastering – an instant go-to after hearing his work (Dozer, Greenleaf) and this approach has certainly paid off.
Ally continues:
We have always been renowned for the power and energy of our live performances and strived to recreate that intensity through the production and mix of the records. I feel like we’ve really turned a corner with this album.
APRIL/MAY 2025
- 24.04 – Liverpool, Arts Club Loft
- 25.04 – Swansea, Sin City
- 26.04 – Frome, Tree House
- 30.04 – Preston, The Ferret
- 01.05 – Sheffield, Corporation
- 02.05 – Hull, The Welly 2
- 03.05 – Stockton-On-Tees, KU Stockton
- 04.05 – Kirriemuir, Bonfest
- 07.05 – Southend-On-Sea, Chinnery’s
- 08.05 – Tunbridge Wells, The Forum
- 09.05 – Bedford, Esquires
- 10.05 – Leicester, Duffy’s Bar
- 11.05 – Oxford, The Bullingdon
- 14.05 – Kingston Upon Thames, The Fighting Cocks
- 15.05 – Cheltenham, Frog & Fiddle
- 16.05 – Plymouth, The Junction
- 17.05 – Bridgewater, Cobblestones
Tickets and info via their website.
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