The Darkness merrily announce their new single ‘Mistletoe and Wine’ out now. Arriving on this 5th day of Advent, the beloved British rock band peel open the door to reveal a delicious new take on Cliff Richard’s yuletide song. Listen here
As the cracker pops, synths dance to the unmistakable melody, heavy strung-out riffs plough through as bells ring, and a powerful rhythmic stomp explodes as Justin Hawkins’s passionate vocal performance rings out, all bolstered by delightful choral harmony.
The release closes out yet another triumphant year for The Darkness who rocketed to No.2 in the UK Official Albums Chart with their eighth studio album Dreams On Toast in April. Dreams On Toast became their most successful record since their iconic debut album Permission To Land, which has recently been revealed as the most successful British rock album of the 21st century.
The rock legends launched their latest hit album to sold out shows across the country, which included their headline return to Wembley Arena, on a tour which continued across Europe, Australia and the USA, where the new songs proved instant fan favourites alongside their multi-platinum, award-winning catalogue.
2026 is also looking very merry and bright for The Darkness as they are set to take their legendary live show to even greater heights and are poised to fulfil the dreams of hundreds of thousands more fans next year.
Drawing 2025 to a close with a brand new sonic gift in ‘Mistletoe and Wine’, The Darkness are ringing the festive bells once more and looking forward to a very happy new year. Cheers to that!
THE DARKNESS 2026 TOUR DATES
July 11th – Knebworth Park (with Iron Maiden)
Dec 8th – Glasgow, OVO Hydro
Dec 9th – Leeds, FD Arena
Dec 11th – Manchester, AO Arena
Dec 12th – Birmingham, Utilita Arena
Dec 13th – Cardiff, Utilita Arena
Dec 15th – Brighton, Brighton Centre
Dec 16th – London, The O2
Tickets are available now via thedarknesslive.com
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