Yeah Yeah Yeahs are set to add to their upcoming UK tour, with the band planning a British blitz this winter.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs emerged in a shower of glitter and riffs back in 2001. Led by Karen O the group hinted at an art school past that had been demolished by the laddish nature of the Britpop phenomenon.
Instant icons, the band’s debut album ‘Fever To Tell’ more than matched the hype. Spawning a raft of Karen O clones the singer seemed to empower young female fans to take control over their appearance.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs returned after a short break earlier this year with their new album ‘It’s Blitz’. Produced by TV On The Radio mainman Dave Sitek the album gathered some controversy amongst some fans after seeming to abandon the guitar.
Instead, guitarist Nick Zinner began experimenting with antique synths, crafting a new dancefloor ready sound. Comeback single ‘Off With Their Heads’ was a case in point – featuring a disco referencing video, Karen O yelped over a near electro backing track.
Released to great acclaim, ‘It’s Blitz’ has become the soundtrack to the summer with Yeah Yeah Yeahs playing a raft of festivals. The band stormed Glastonbury before heading north to T In The Park.
Clad in a bizarre yet beautiful costume, Karen O led the band through a stunning set based on their new album. Click HERE to see our photo gallery!
The band confirmed a winter tour earlier this year, but have no added a final date. Yeah Yeah Yeahs are due to play Sheffield’s O2 Academy on December 7th, with tickets priced at £20.
Tickets for the show go on sale on Friday 24th July at 9am. Fans had best act quick – both London Brixton Academy shows on the tour have sold out already, with only a few tickets remaining for the tour.
Yeah Yeah Yeahs will play the following tour dates:
November
29 Leeds O2 Academy
30 London O2 Brixton Academy (Sold Out)
December
1 London O2 Brixton Academy (Sold Out)
3 Newcastle O2 Academy
4 Glasgow O2 Academy
6 Manchester Apollo
7 Sheffield O2 Academy
9 Birmingham O2 Academy
10 Bournemouth Opera House
