Dublin-based band SPRINTS has released their latest track, ‘Feast,’ marking their first release with a revamped lineup. The addition of Zac Stephenson on guitar follows the amicable departure of founding member Colm O’Reilly.
SPRINTS have had an exceptional year, with their debut album, Letter to Self, reaching the Top 20. They performed alongside IDLES and Pixies at festivals like Glastonbury, End of the Road, and All Together Now, establishing themselves as a prominent presence in the industry.
Known for their urgent, emotionally charged songwriting, SPRINTS have garnered critical acclaim for their ability to blend personal narratives with themes of trauma and resilience. Following the success of Letter to Self, which received rave reviews from publications like NME, DIY, and Dork, the band has been touring extensively. The new single, ‘Feast,’ offers a glimpse into their evolving sound and a taste of what’s to come.
Produced by Dan Fox of Gilla Band and penned by guitarist/songwriter Karla Chubb, SPRINTS’ latest single, ‘Feast,’ is a captivating and thought-provoking track. Inspired by gothic fiction, body horror, and the subversive poetry of Mary Oliver, the song explores themes of desire, queer possibility, and the intensity of human connection.
Commenting on the track, the band shared:
Drawing inspiration from grunge and gothic influences, the song explores themes of gluttony, consumption, and desire, particularly in the context of sexuality and romance. In Ireland, religious storytelling often shapes our early experiences, thanks to the interconnectedness of the Catholic Church and state. We found it intriguing to reinterpret this iconography and imagery through a queer lens. ‘Feast’ is dark, gothic, and sensual, encouraging us to embrace our wants and desires without apology.
Sprints Tour Dates
Following a sold-out debut US tour in March, SPRINTS are currently on tour in the States. Their upcoming performance at Chicago’s iconic Riot Fest is a testament to their growing popularity. A UK and European leg of the tour is on the horizon, culminating in their biggest show to date at London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town in November.
- September 25th | Boston MA, US – The Sinclair
- September 27th | Philadelphia PA, US – The Foundry
- September 28th | Brooklyn NY, US – Music Hall of Williamsburg
- September 30th | Washington DC, US – The Atlantis
- October 2nd | Carrboro NC, US – Cat’s Cradle Back Room
- October 4th | Atlanta GA, US – Altar
- October 5th | Nashville TN, US – The End
- October 7th | Austin TX, US – Parish
- October 10th | Denver CO, US – Globe Hall
- October 13th | Salt Lake City UT, US – Urban Lounge
- October 14th | Boise ID, US – Shrine Social Club
- October 16th | Portland OR, US – Aladdin Theatre
- October 17th | Seattle WA, US – Neumo’s
- November 5th | Brighton, UK – Mutations
- November 6th | Liverpool, UK – Favourite Days Festival
- November 12th | Bristol, UK – Marble Factory
- November 13th | London, UK – Kentish Town Forum
- November 17th | Mexico – Corona Capital
- November 23rd | Amsterdam, NL – Paradiso
- November 24th | Cologne, DE – Luxor
- November 28th | Glasgow, UK – SWG3
- November 29th | Manchester, UK – New Century Hall
- November 30th | Nottingham, UK – Rescue Rooms
- December 7th | Nijmegen, NL – Zeitgeist
- December 9th | Berlin, DE – Lido
- December 10th | Hamburg, Knust
- December 12th | Brussels, BE – Orangerie
- December 13th | Lille, FR – L’Aéronef
- December 14th | Luxembourg, LX – Rotondes
- December 16th | Paris, FR – Trabendo
- January 5th 2025 | Bognor Regis – Rockaway Beach
- February 17th – 22nd 2025 | Miami – Jamaica – Flogging Molly’s Salty Dog Cruise
