Overview
Following the release of their critically acclaimed a cappella album 'Rant', The Futureheads have announced the release of their new single 'Beeswing' on 18th June plus new UK live dates, which will culminate in them bringing their engaging and humorous acoustic and a cappella show to Shepherd's Bush Empire on 19th September.
With their new a cappella album and live show The Futureheads have taken a creative turn and in return have reaped praise for their boundless, very British talent. The album cleverly re-works Futureheads classics such as 'Meantime' and 'Thursday', as well as well known pop songs including Kelis's 'Acapella' and a barbershop version of the Black Eyed Peas' huge number one 'Meet Me Halfway'. They also pay homage to their geographical roots with new arrangements of local folk tunes. 'Beeswing' by Richard Thompson is the next track to be taken from 'Rant', set for release on June 18th:
Through their musical versatility, lyrical wit, sharp songwriting and seamless live shows, The Futureheads represent a British band at its best. They will be playing the following UK dates this Summer:
MAY
18th: SUNDERLAND, Minster
19th: SUNDERLAND, Minster
JUNE
2nd: MANCHESTER, Beached Festival
24th: SUNDERLAND, Stadium of Light w/ The Red Hot Chilli Peppers
29th: KENT, Hop Farm Festival
JULY
13th: GLOUCESTERSHIRE, 2000 Trees Festival
28th: HEREFORDSHIRE, Nozstock Festival
SEPTEMBER
19th: LONDON, Shepherd's Bush Empire
Listen to 'Beeswing' below:
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