Stereophonics debut new single Seems Like You Don’t Know Me ahead of album release

Stereophonics released the new single Seems Like You Don’t Know Me, marking the latest preview of their upcoming album Make ‘em Laugh, Make ‘em Cry, Make ‘em Wait set for release on 25^th April 2025. The single, which debuted on the Radio 2 Breakfast Show hosted by Scott Mills, introduces a blend of nostalgic synths, drum machines and acoustic guitar, highlighting themes of relationship complexities and communication breakdowns.

The Welsh group, celebrated for their significant impact on the rock scene over the past three decades, continues to evolve their musical style while maintaining their distinctive sound. Seems Like You Don’t Know Me is a testament to this evolution, featuring a sparse arrangement that contrasts with the band’s earlier, more densely orchestrated work. Lead vocalist and songwriter Kelly Jones shared insights into the creative process, stated: “It always had a great melody, but in the studio I took it through three or four different versions, from very complex busy drumming refs to the finished, very sparse drum machine and juno synth version on the album, which I love. That atmosphere and the lyrics match so well together. Relationships are complex. Communication is so often broken.”

Make ‘em Laugh, Make ‘em Cry, Make ‘em Wait, recorded in London, promises a concise and impactful experience with eight tracks that aim to evoke a range of emotions, from joy to introspection. The album’s artwork, inspired by a postcard seen by Jones in New York’s Modern Art Museum, features a pink background with the title words scribbled across, earning it the nickname the pink album.

In addition to their studio work, Stereophonics are preparing for their No Hit Left Behind world tour, which has already sold over 300,000 tickets. The tour starts today in North America, comes to Europe at the end of April and will culminate in an epic show in London at Finsbury Park on 4^th July.

With eight number 1 albums under their belt and a legacy of influential music, Stereophonics’ ability to adapt and resonate with both old and new audiences is evident. Their upcoming projects, both the album and the tour, are highly anticipated by fans and critics alike, promising to add new milestones to their already impressive career.

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