The Karma Effect New Album & Tour

31 March 2026 rocknews

The Karma Effect Announce New Album ‘Cruel Intentions’ + Autumn 2026 UK Headline Tour

Fast-rising South London modern vintage rockers The Karma Effect have today revealed full details of their third studio album ‘Cruel Intentions’, set for release on 15 May 2026 via Earache Records.

To celebrate, the band have announced a 13-date UK headline tour this autumn, with special guests Juliet’s Not Dead in support.

Tickets for the ‘Cruel Intentions Album Tour’ are on sale now.

Pre-order ‘Cruel Intentions’ now (signed editions, limited coloured vinyl, alternative artwork and more available while stocks last).

Cruel Intentions Album Tour 2026 – Full UK Dates

29 October 2026 – Hastings, The Carlisle
30 October 2026 – Norwich, Waterfront Studio
21 October 2026 – Guildford, Boileroom
1 November 2026 – Cambridge, Portland Arms
5 November 2026 – Edinburgh, Bannermans
6 November 2026 – Glasgow, Classic Grand
7 November 2026 – Nottingham, Beta Rock City
8 November 2026 – Crumlin, The Patriot
12 November 2026 – Blackpool, Waterloo Music Bar
13 November 2026 – Sheffield, Corporation
26 November 2026 – Wolverhampton, KK’s Steel Mill
27 November 2026 – London, Water Rats
5 December 2026 – Gravesend, Leo’s Red Lion

(Note: A limited number of tickets remain for the official album launch show at Tunbridge Wells Forum on 15 May 2026.)

About the New Album ‘Cruel Intentions’

‘Cruel Intentions’ is the most complete and confident record yet from The Karma Effect. Recorded at The Hive Rooms near Gatwick Airport in July 2025 with producer Michael Charman and mixed by Mercury/GRAMMY-nominated Romesh Dodangoda, the 11-track album (plus exclusive bonus track ‘Chasing Sunsets’ on the USB edition) is leaner, louder and heavier than ever before.

Tracklisting:

Ride or Die
Dangerous Love
Lady Bohemian
Raised on Rock ‘n’ Roll
Bad Manners
Closest Thing to Crazy
Waiting on a Miracle
Better Luck Next Time
Long Gone
Cruel Intentions
One More for the Road

(12th track ‘Chasing Sunsets’ available on exclusive USB bonus edition)

Vocalist Henry Gottelier said: “This album is the culmination of everything we have. While collaborating again with producer Michael Charman, we brought in Romesh Dodangoda specifically for the mix because we were obsessed with making every single note count. The result is a sound so big, it’s a stadium experience for your ears.”

The new record explores love, lust, danger and cheeky wit while staying true to the band’s ‘modern vintage’ sound – polishing 70s and 80s rock influences into something fresh and 21st-century.

The Karma Effect Line-Up

Henry Gottelier – vocals, guitar
Robbie Blake – guitar
Nathan Keevil – bass
Alan Taylor – drums
Tom Pitt – keyboards

Since forming during the pandemic, the band have gone from strength to strength: their 2024 album Promised Land reached the UK Top 20, and they have built a reputation for high-energy live shows that perfectly capture their swaggering, riff-heavy style.

Pre-order ‘Cruel Intentions’ now and secure your tickets for the autumn tour before they sell out.

FAQs – The Karma Effect Cruel Intentions Album & 2026 UK Tour

When is The Karma Effect’s new album ‘Cruel Intentions’ released? 15 May 2026 via Earache Records.

What are the new single and tour details? The album is led by recent single ‘Dangerous Love’. The full 13-date UK headline tour runs from October to December 2026 with special guests Juliet’s Not Dead.

Where can I pre-order the new album? Signed editions, coloured vinyl and more are available now via the Earache store.

When do tickets go on sale for the Cruel Intentions Tour? Tickets are on sale now – limited tickets remain for the 15 May album launch show at Tunbridge Wells Forum.

Who are the members of The Karma Effect? Henry Gottelier (vocals/guitar), Robbie Blake (guitar), Nathan Keevil (bass), Alan Taylor (drums) and Tom Pitt (keyboards).

What style of music does The Karma Effect play? Modern vintage rock – blending 70s/80s rock swagger with fresh, larger-than-life production and catchy anthems.

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