The Virginmarys Return with Powerful New Single and Announce 2024 Tour Dates
If you haven’t already heard “Northwest Coast,” the latest single from Macclesfield’s power rock duo The Virginmarys, it’s definitely one to watch out for. This track has been making waves since its release, and it’s a perfect precursor to their upcoming album, The House Beyond The Fires, set to drop on November 1st, 2024. You can watch the official video now and pre-order the album today!
“Northwest Coast” captures the essence of the Northwest of England with poetic lyrics by frontman Ally Dickaty, complemented by the raw groove of his guitar and the ferocious drumming of Danny Dolan. Ally describes the track as “a perfect glimpse of all that’s to come,” highlighting its standout riff and genre-fusing elements. Lyrically, it’s a tongue-in-cheek homage to the gritty beauty of their homeland.
This upcoming album marks The Virginmarys’ first release since reforming as a two-piece in 2021. With production by Dave Draper (Terrorvision, The Wildhearts) and mixing/mastering by Karl Daniel Lidén (Dozer, Greenleaf), the album promises to deliver the same intensity as their live performances. Ally reflects, “We’ve really turned a corner with this album,” capturing their renowned power and energy in every track.
The album holds significant meaning for the band, serving as a tribute to Danny’s late father, Tommy Dolan. The title, The House Beyond The Fires, references Tommy’s beloved shop, The House of Fires, acknowledging his enduring influence and support. Ally shares, “It’s difficult to articulate how much he meant to us and how deep the grief runs within all who loved him.”
Six years in the making, The House Beyond The Fires is a worthy successor to their Top 10 “Heatseekers” charting album, Northern Sun Sessions. The new album offers anthemic, hard-hitting alt/rock tracks with a punk edge, from the powerful “Lights Go Down” to the reflective “Dance To The City,” which revisits Manchester’s music scene and pays homage to Tommy Dolan.
Tour Announcement
In support of their new album, The Virginmarys have announced a 19-date headline tour across the UK and Europe, starting in their hometown of Macclesfield and concluding in London. This follows their recent tours with Massive Wagons, Sisters of Mercy, and Ugly Kid Joe.
See The Virginmarys Live
Don’t miss the chance to see The Virginmarys live:
July 2024:
- 26th: Custom Rock and Blues Festival, Ripley
August 2024:
- 3rd: Pride Rock, Brighton
- 25th: Rockwitch Festival, Northwich
- 26th: The Parish, Huddersfield (with Ugly Kid Joe)
- 27th: Zumhof Biergarten, Birmingham (with Ugly Kid Joe)
- 29th: Concorde 2, Brighton (with Ugly Kid Joe)
- 30th: MK11 Live Music Venue, Milton Keynes (with Ugly Kid Joe)
- 31st: The 1865, Southampton (with Ugly Kid Joe)
- 1st Sept: Princess Pavilion, Falmouth (with Ugly Kid Joe)
September 2024:
- 28th: NWOCR Live, KK’s Steel Mill, Wolverhampton
November & December 2024:
- 2nd Nov: Cinemac Cinema, Macclesfield
- 3rd Nov: Bodega, Nottingham
- 4th Nov: The Garage, Glasgow
- 5th Nov: The Cluny, Newcastle upon Tyne
- 6th Nov: The Waterfront Studio, Norwich
- 8th Nov: Bear Cave, Bournemouth
- 20th Nov: Café V lese, Praha
- 21st Nov: Durer Kert, Budapest
- 23rd Nov: Legend Club, Milano
- 26th Nov: X-TRA Musikcafe, Zurich
- 28th Nov: Blue Shell, Cologne
- 29th Nov: Molotow, Hamburg
- 1st Dec: Rahuset, Kobenhavn
- 2nd Dec: Badehaus, Berlin
- 3rd Dec: Feierwerk Orange House, Munchen
- 4th Dec: Kulturclub Schon Schon, Mainz
- 5th Dec: Willem Twee Poppodium, Den Bosch
- 7th Dec: Exchange, Bristol
- 8th Dec: Oslo, Hackney London
Get Your Tickets
Tickets are available now. For more information and to pre-order the album, visit The Virginmarys’ official website.
