English Teacher, the vibey indie-rock band from Leeds, has announced an extensive UK headline tour set for winter 2025. This tour marks a significant milestone in their burgeoning career, following the success of their Mercury Prize-winning debut album, ‘This Could Be Texas’.
The tour is scheduled to commence throughout November 2025, with performances spanning various cities across the UK. Fans can anticipate energetic live shows in venues located in major cities such as London, Manchester, Glasgow, and Newcastle. The band’s mailing list will be first to gain access to tickets. Presale starts 10am Wednesday 26, February whilst general sale starts from 10 am Friday 28, February.
A link to sign up for their mailing list can be found here, where ticket information can be found here.
Formed in 2020, English Teacher comprises vocalist and guitarist Lily Fontaine, lead guitarist Lewis Whiting, bassist Nicholas Eden, and drummer Douglas Frost. The band originated at Leeds Conservatoire, initially performing under the name “Frank” before rebranding as English Teacher in 2020. Their early work, characterised by a blend of indie rock and post-punk influences, quickly gained attention within the UK music scene.
Their debut studio album, ‘This Could Be Texas’, was released on April 12, 2024, via Island Records. The album showcases an eclectic mix of dreamy, atmospheric instrumentals, jagged post-punk rhythms, with political and social impressionistic lyricism. Blending elements of art-rock and shoegaze, it creates a sound that is both emotionally raw and sonically expansive. Tracks shift seamlessly between delicate, poetic musings like ‘Albatross’ with explosive, guitar-driven moments such as ‘Nearly Daffodils’, solidifying the band’s reputation for crafting unpredictable yet immersive music.
Before embarking on their headline tour, English Teacher have a busy summer ahead. They are set to perform at the renowned Fuji Rock Festival in Japan, sharing the lineup with some of the biggest names in alternative music including Vampire Weekend, Haim and The Hives. Along with this, the band are also excitingly supporting Franz Ferdinand at their highly anticipated Glasgow gig on August 13, 2025. These high-profile performances further cement English Teacher’s reputation as one of the most exciting and dynamic live acts to emerge from the UK in recent years while also allowing them to gain even more access to fans across the globe.
The upcoming 2025 tour signifies a standout moment for English Teacher, as they bring their critically acclaimed music to a wider audience. Fans can expect a series of dynamic performances that encapsulate the band’s unique sound and lyrical depth. There is no doubt the band are going to climb even higher on the popularity ladder this year.
