Alt-Rockers Somebodys Child prepare for album launch with new single

Music Review | 16th Jan, 2025 Somebodys Child

Following the breakout success of their self-titled debut album in 2023, Dublin's, Somebody's Child, have taken their powerful live performances to new heights. The band has graced the stage with the likes of The War on Drugs, Bloc Party and Kings of Leon at BST Hyde Park, followed by sold-out night at London's Heaven. Appearances in their native Ireland have included the bucket list moments, headlining the 3Olympia Theatre in Dublin and playing on the Main Stage at the country's biggest festival, Electric Picnic.

The project led by singer-songwriter, Cian Godfrey, embark on a bold new chapter in their musical journey with the soon to be released album, When Youth Fades Away. Set for release on March 28th, the album showcases a leap in maturity, both musically and thematically for the band.

Featured on the album is the anthemic new single, Last Night I Held Your Hand, blending synths with trashing guitars over a high-tempo rock beat.

Last Night I Held Your Hand was the first song that came out in the writing process for this album. We wrote it during an autumn-turned-winter trip to Western Wales, and it marked the beginning of a sound that would ultimately define the album. It carries a sense of innocence from earlier releases, yet breathes new life into the direction this album has taken - Somebody's Child

The soon to be released album showcases a leap in maturity, both musically and thematically, for the Somebody's Child. Front-man Cian Godfrey describes the album as a reflection on the inevitable process of aging and the shifting perspectives that come with it. If our first album was about running away, this one is about staying put and reflecting, says Godfrey. It's about letting people in and letting ourselves out.

The album, When Youth Fades Away, is set for release on 28th March, followed with a tour of Germany in April with lots more announcements on the way soon.

Somebodys Child - Last Night I Held Your Hand (Youtube)

The single, Last Night I Held Your Hand is available through all streaming platforms.

Cover Artwork: Stewart Baxter

Photo Credit: Jim Fuller

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