Black Country, New Road

There are few contemporary bands who can do musical reinvention quite as consistently as Black Country, New Road. From their Mercury Music Prize-nominated debut For the First Time, which touched upon everything from jazz to post-rock via klezmer music, to the art-rock meets chamber pop follow up Ants From Up There (both top 5 charting albums). Black Country, New Road have just announced their headline show in the Cyprus Avenue as part of Sounds From A Safe Harbour 2025.

Their close-knit friendship and musical adaptability remain key to their success. They’ve been praised as “the best band in the world” by The Quietus, even without conventional tours. Their live album captures the profound friendships that have shaped their journey. Produced by James Ford, their new record showcases a bold range of styles, from folk to prog, while maintaining a unique sound. The album’s opening track, ‘Besties,’ celebrates female friendships in creative spaces, leading into the easy-going ‘The Big Spin.’