To mark the release of 'Dark Rainbow', the band is embarking on their most extensive tour to date, with headline shows scheduled in the UK, Europe, Australia, and the USA for 2024.
Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes are heading our way in 2024, and they’re bringing their new album, ‘Dark Rainbow’, with them. The tour promises to be an electrifying experience, and here’s all you need to know about it.
As part of their Australian tour, kicking off in Perth on April 16 and taking to Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Sydney, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes will also perform a special show at The Barwon Club Hotel in Geelong on April 20.
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The band recently announced the release of their upcoming album, ‘Dark Rainbow’, scheduled for January 26, 2024. The album’s lead single, ‘Man of the Hour’, already debuted on Clara Amfo’s BBC Radio 1 Future Sounds show, offering a glimpse into this new musical era.
This album reflects a significant shift for The Rattlesnakes, as they delve into self-reflection and experimentation. ‘Man of the Hour’ epitomizes this new sound, a blend of southern gothic balladry and alt-rock influences. The lyrics question the concept of rock stardom in the current era, making ‘Dark Rainbow’ a soul-searching expedition that delves into the depths of identity.
This journey towards self-discovery is a hallmark of the album, as Frank Carter himself explains, “I’m just witnessing the world change so quickly, and I’m still trying to come to terms with who I am and what the authentic version of me is.”
The arrival of ‘Dark Rainbow’ follows their 2021 album, ‘Sticky’, part of a series of UK Top 10 albums, which featured the BBC Radio 1 A-Listed single ‘Go Get A Tattoo’. This album signifies a shift towards self-reflection, memory, and gratitude, with a collection of songs that draw from old ideas reworked for this new era.
As the band’s fifth LP, ‘Dark Rainbow’ is a significant milestone in their career. It encapsulates their growth as artists and the evolving musical landscape. The album marks a bolder expression of the southern gothic balladry and alt-rock that they’ve previously experimented with.
In the words of Frank Carter, this album is their most authentic yet, and that authenticity shines through the music. Their journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance has resulted in a record that encapsulates the strength of these artists.
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