Legendary British band ‘Cymande’ announces exclusive Manchester show at the Albert Hall on 16th October 2025
Legendary British band Cymande is excited to announce an additional date to their upcoming UK tour following the release of their highly anticipated new album, Renascence’ launched today, Friday, January 31, 2025, via BMG. Fans can now look forward to an exclusive performance at Albert Hall, Manchester on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Tickets for this special Manchester show go on sale Friday, February 7th at 10am GMT via Metropolismusic.com.
Cymande’s tickets for their show at O2 Academy Brixton in London on Friday, October 17, 2025, are already on sale.
Renascence marks a pivotal moment for Cymande, featuring the latest single How We Roll in collaboration with acclaimed British DJ and music producer Jazzie B of Soul II Soul fame. This track embodies Cymande’s signature blend of expansive grooves, impeccable basslines, and global rhythms, delivering a powerful message about empowerment and community.
In 2024, Cymande was honored with the ‘Originator Award’ at the Artist & Manager Awards, celebrating their pioneering influence in the music industry. The year also saw the release of their acclaimed documentary Getting It Back: The Story Of Cymande, directed by award-winning Tim Mackenzie-Smith. Additionally, the band made their UK TV debut on Later… With Jools Holland, performing their new single Chasing An Empty Dream and the classic hit Bra.
Renascence is a true return to form and a jewel in the crown of Cymande’s iconic discography. Building on their 1974 album Promised Heights, Renascence serves as a spiritual and sonic follow-up, infusing a fresh modern edge into their timeless sound. The album remains foundational to the early hip-hop and funk scenes in both the United States and the UK, telling the story of a band reclaiming their legacy with politically aware and spiritually positive infectious grooves.
Renascence is available for pre-order now and can be streamed, downloaded, and purchased on CD and black vinyl at all major retailers. A limited edition transparent coral vinyl edition will be available exclusively through the band’s official online store and select indie retailers.
CYMANDE TOUR DATES
FEB 13 – New York, NY – Irving Plaza
FEB 14 – Philadelphia, PA – Ardmore Music Hall
FEB 15 – Washington DC – Howard Theatre
FEB 18 – Chicago, IL – Metro
FEB 19 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theatre
FEB 21 – Denver, CO – Bluebird
FEB 22 – Seattle, WA – Crocodile
FEB 23 – Portland, OR – Aladdin Theater
FEB 26 – San Francisco, CA – August Hall*
FEB 28 – Los Angeles, CA – The Bellwether
MAY 25 – London, UK – Cross The Tracks Festival
OCT 16 – Manchester – Albert Hall
OCT 17 – London, UK – O2 Academy Brixton
- Chasing An Empty Dream
- Road To Zion
- Only One Way (Featuring Celeste)
- Coltrane
- Sweeden
- How We Roll Featuring (Jazzie B)
- Heart Of The Willing
- I Wanna Know
- Darkest Night
- Carry the Word
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