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Kings of Leon have shared the second single from their upcoming new album, in the form of ‘Split Screen’ – listen to the track below.The song is the latest taster of the Nashville band’s ninth album ‘Can We Please Have Fun’, which is due for release on May 10 (pre-order here). The band dropped its lead single, ‘Mustang’, last month.The track finds the Followills in introspective form, with textured, twinkling guitars underpinning the contemplative refrain: “Is this a middle of a life thought / A revelation on split screen?”“We like this song.

Kings Of Leon have shared a preview of their next single, ‘Split Screen’ – check out the post below.The song will be the second taste of the Nashville band’s ninth album ‘Can We Please Have Fun’, which is due for release on May 10 (pre-order here). They dropped its lead single, ‘Mustang’, last month.Now, KOL have posted a brief behind-the-scenes video of frontman Caleb Followill performing a section of new track ‘Split Screen’.

Kings Of Leon have opened up about the first time they heard their track ‘Sex On Fire’ on the radio.While appearing in a new interview with USA Today‘s Ralphie Aversa in support of their latest track ‘Mustang’ and their forthcoming album ‘Can We Please Have Fun’, Kings Of Leon – comprised of Caleb, Jared, Nathan and Matthew Followill – opened up about their 2008 hit ‘Sex On Fire’.“I remember I was at a Mexican restaurant with my wife, we were having like a tortilla soup and margaritas, and I think Andy our manager called me and said ‘Hey, there’s an interview we need you to do like right now’,” recalled Caleb.He continued: “I picked up the phone and it was Zane Lowe and he was debuting ‘Sex On Fire’. When he introduced the song, even like hearing it over the phone, I was like ‘Oh man, this does feel different’.

Kings Of Leon‘s Caleb Followill has revealed that he feels “completely fulfilled” by the band’s forthcoming album ‘Can We Please Have Fun’.While appearing on The Evening Show with Dan O’Connell on Radio X, the band took the time to discuss their upcoming album ‘Can We Please Have Fun’ (pre-order/pre-save here), last week. The LP will serve as the follow-up to 2021’s ‘When You See Yourself’.After being asked about the album title by O’Connell, who shared that the title “sounds like a statement of intent rather than a question.

Kings Of Leon performed their explosive new single ‘Mustang’ on the latest episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon – check it out below.The band dropped the first single from their forthcoming ninth studio album, ‘Can We Please Have Fun’ (pre-order/pre-save here), last week. The LP will serve as the follow-up to 2021’s ‘When You See Yourself’.They brought the energetic new track to the stage on the US talk show yesterday (February 26), ahead of a world tour kicking off this year that includes dates across North America and the UK and Ireland.Watch the performance below.“It was the most enjoyable record I’ve ever been a part of,” frontman Caleb Followill said of the new album in a statement, while bandmate Nathan Followill agreed, adding: “It’s like we allowed ourselves to be musically vulnerable… I love it when a rock band is not embarrassed to admit that every song doesn’t have to be on 11.”As teased in a press release, the will see Kings Of Leon “unified in vision and purpose, freed from stress, and basking in an atmosphere of positivity”.The band first teased news of their new single ‘Mustang’ during their first live show of 2024 in Mexico last month, hinting to fans that new material was on the way.The songs on the new album were written during the process of them transitioning between labels, meaning there was less pressure to deliver new material.“We had no label pressure or anything like that,” Jared Followill explained.

Kings of Leon is touring all over North America in support of their upcoming ninth studio album “Can We Please Have Fun.”It was the most enjoyable record I’ve ever been a part of,” Caleb Followill said in a press release. “It’s like we allowed ourselves to be musically vulnerable,” Nathan adds.

Kings Of Leon have announced further UK and Ireland tour dates for 2024. Find ticket details below.The newly-shared live shows come ahead of the band sharing details of their forthcoming ninth album ‘Can We Please Have Fun’ yesterday (February 22), and dropping the highly anticipated lead single ‘Mustang’.Set for release on May 10, the LP comes as the follow-up to 2021’s ‘When You See Yourself’, and also saw the band announce a series of live shows for later this year.Among the list of dates, one show in Europe was mentioned: a headline slot at the 2024 edition of BST Hyde Park in London.

Kings Of Leon have announced details of a new album titled ‘Can We Please Have Fun’. Check out the lead single ‘Mustang’ below.Announced today (February 22), the upcoming LP will mark the band’s ninth full-length studio album, and comes as the follow-up to 2021’s ‘When You See Yourself’.Set for release on May 10, the album is set to see the members cutting themselves loose of expectations, experimenting with their sound and, as the title suggests, having some fun.

Kings Of Leon have further previewed their imminent new single ‘Mustang’ – check out the videos below.The Nashville band revealed that new music was “coming real soon” during a live show in Mexico last month, telling fans to “get ready for the Mustang”. Later, the Followills shared a brief instrumental snippet of the song in question on social media.KOL have since posted another video that contains behind-the-scenes studio footage and another part of ‘Mustang’.

Kings Of Leon have shared a snippet of their comeback single ‘Mustang’, which will be released later this week.The band said that new music was on the way at their first live show of 2024 in Mexico last month. Near the end of their set, frontman Caleb Followill told the crowd that fans should prepare themselves for a new release called ‘Mustang’.Now, the band have offered fans a teaser of the song in the form of an instrumental – potentially an introduction – featuring a downtuned bass riff and a brief snippet of some vocals, but not with any discernible lyrics.The new song will be released on Thursday (February 22) and serves as the band’s first release since their 2021 LP ‘When You See Yourself’.Check out the teaser below:Mustang.

Kings Of Leon have teased fans by revealing that new music is imminent – telling them to “Get ready for ‘The Mustang’”.The moment took place at their recent live show in Mexico last week (January 25), which also marked their first performance of the new year.Taking to the stage at the Velaria De La Feria in León, it was at the very end of their set that frontman Caleb Followill told the crowd that there was some new music on the way and fans should prepare themselves for a new release called ‘The Mustang’.“[Let me] tell you we have some new music coming,” he is seen telling the crowd in footage shared by a fan online.“It’s coming real soon, so get ready for ‘The Mustang’. It’s coming for you…” he added, also saying: “This is not that song” just before launching into their hit 2008 track ‘Sex On Fire’.

Kings of Leon have shared a personal tribute to the pub that hosted their first ever UK gig, after news emerged that it is shutting down. The White Horse in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire is set to close its doors for the last time on Saturday (December 30), and the band have shared their own memories of its role in their early career. Speaking to the BBC, the band said: “The White Horse was our first taste of rock ‘n’ roll and hardcore fans.” “We never knew if we’d play another tour, so we soaked up every second and smell, the latter being an instant regret.

Kings Of Leon have been announced as headliners for the F1 British Grand Prix opening concert this year.Comprised of Caleb, Nathan, Matthew and Jared Followill, the band is set to top the bill at the Northamptonshire course on Thursday July 4, 2024.Kings Of Leon will be joined by Stormzy, Pete Tong and Rudimental who are set to play Friday, Saturday and Sunday respectively as part of Silverstone’s four-day festival line-up.A post shared by Silverstone (@silverstonecircuit)Speaking of the event in a press release, Silverstone’s commercial director Nick Read said, “We are incredibly excited to have global icons Kings of Leon join our line-up for the 2024 British Grand Prix. Our long-term ambition has always been to attract the biggest and best artists in the world to Silverstone to put on a spectacular show for the British fans.”He continued: “With Kings of Leon now joining Stormzy, Rudimental and Pete Tong on next year’s line-up, it’s fair to say the 2024 British Grand Prix is going to be bigger and better than ever before!”Tickets for the 2024 British Grand Prix are available now – you can buy yours here.This year’s event saw performances from the likes of Calvin Harris, Tom Grennan, Cat Burns and Black Eyed Peas.This is not the first time the ‘Use Somebody’ singers have played at a sporting event.

Twitter‘s decision to remove its verified blue ticks.From today (April 20), the checkmark that authenticates legacy accounts on the platform will be removed from all profiles unless users opt-in to pay for Twitter Blue subscriptions.This change is “more about treating people equally”, according to Elon Musk, who acquired Twitter in late 2022 for a staggering $44billion. He added that the move would “offer subscribers a way to enhance and customize their Twitter experience”.As the blue tick began to vanish from the site, various musicians, comedians, TV personalities, and other stars from across the entertainment industry tweeted their reactions.Yungblud wrote: “I ain’t verified anymore … kinda hard.” The Doncaster artist then shared a selfie in response to a fan who asked him to “prove” it was the real Dominic Harrison.

Kings Of Leon drummer Nathan Followill has shared his reaction on Twitter, following news of a mass shooting at a private Christian school in Nashville.Earlier today (March 27), six people including three children were killed at the Covenant School in Nashville. The 28-year-old female suspect in the shooting was killed in an altercation with police (via BBC News).In a statement, Nashville Mayor John Cooper said the city has “joined the dreaded, long list of communities to experience a school shooting”.“My heart goes out to the families of the victims,” Cooper added. “Our entire city stands with you.”Sharing his reaction on Twitter, Followill wrote: “A school shooting just happened near my sons school.

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, joint owners of Wrexham AFC, have made a humorous video announcing Kings Of Leon‘s upcoming shows at the club’s home ground in celebration of St David’s Day.The pair start off by explaining to their majority-American audience what St David’s Day is – “I know you may not know about it, but it’s a huge day in Wales,” explained Reynolds.“This week in Wales you can expect to see a lot of daffodils and leeks and hear a lot of singing,” continued McElhenney.They then introduce a “traditional Welsh song” – except it’s a clip of ‘Use Somebody’ by Kings Of Leon, who are from the US.“I know what you’re thinking – that’s not a traditional Welsh song,” McElhenney continued. They then went on to announce the Kings Of Leon shows, which will take place over the late Bank Holiday weekend at the Racecourse Ground.

Kings Of Leon will be playing two huge outdoor shows in Wrexham over the late May Bank Holiday weekend.The shows will take place at the Racecourse Ground, the world’s oldest international stadium still in use and the home of Wrexham AFC, the football club that is now owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.The dates follow Kings of Leon‘s UK arena tour last year, which included two shows at London’s O2 Arena and marked the band’s first UK performances since headlining Reading and Leeds in 2018.Tickets will go on general sale on Friday (March 3) at 9am, but Wrexham AFC season ticket holders and members will have access to a pre-sale. You can see the dates below and buy your tickets here.MAY27 – Wrexham, Racecourse Ground28 – Wrexham, Racecourse Ground Kings Of Leon last released an album, ‘When You See Yourself’, in March 2021.

Mad Cool festival have revealed the full slate of stage times for this year’s edition.Seasick Steve and Alec Benjamin will go head-to-head as the first acts to perform, both taking to their stages – the titular Mad Cool mainstage and Vibra Mahou stage, respectively – at 5:50pm on Wednesday. Metallica have the longest set of the night – and evidently, the entire festival – with a two-hour set running from 9:30pm to 11:30pm on the Mad Cool stage.Closing out the night will be Twenty One Pilots and Chvrches, however the latter will perform a slightly shorter set: Twenty One Pilots are set to go out at 11:35pm on the Madrid Is Life mainstage, while Chvrches’ set starts at midnight on the Region Of Madrid stage.

Kings Of Leon will return to Australia in late 2022, following the indefinite postponement of their planned tour earlier this year.The tour – in support of the band’s 2021 album ‘When You See Yourself’ – will now take place between late October and early November. In addition to their planned shows in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth, the band will now also appear at the Sporting Precinct in Mildura – a regional city in the northwest of Victoria.

Kings Of Leon have told fans to “stay tuned” as they work on new music.The Nashville band took to Instagram to share a video of themselves in the studio at work on new music.In the clip, guitarist Matthew Followill said: “I’m headed in to make music with the band. New music for the first time since the end of 2018.“It’s very exciting.

Kings Of Leon have announced the support acts for their 2022 UK headline tour – find tickets here.The Nashville band will return to these shores this summer in support of their eighth studio album, ‘When You See Yourself’, which came out in March 2021.KOL are set to begin the stint at the Resorts World Arena in Birmingham on June 13 before visiting Leeds (June 14), Glasgow (28), Newcastle (29), London (July 1 and 2) and Manchester (5).Further shows in Dublin (June 24) and Belfast (26) were added to the run last September.Today (March 23) it’s been confirmed that Inhaler and The Snuts will join the Followill clan as special guests at select dates of the upcoming tour.Inhaler will open for the group in Birmingham and Manchester, while The Snuts are scheduled to perform in Glasgow, Newcastle and at the first London concert on July 1.“It’s an honour for us to be supporting @KingsOfLeon this summer,” Inhaler wrote on Twitter. “One of the bands that soundtracked our childhoods and truly one of our all time favourite rock’n’roll groups.