Sunny Day Real Estate, one of the most influential bands in the emo and alternative rock scenes, have officially announced their long-awaited return to the UK in 2025. The band will perform in London on June 13 and Manchester on June 14 as part of the Outbreak Festival, marking their first UK appearance in over a decade. The band last performed in the UK on May 31, 2010, at London’s 02 Forum.
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The Seattle-based quartet, formed in 1992, will embark on a full North American and European tour, celebrating their return to the stage and the release of new material. Their comeback has been eagerly anticipated by fans who have long hoped for a revival following their sporadic reunions over the years. Sunny Day Real Estate played a pivotal role in shaping the second wave of emo music. Their debut album ‘Diary‘ (1994) is often regarded as a defining record of the genre.
Though predominantly associated with the US emo movement, Sunny Day Real Estate gained a cult following in the UK. Tracks such as ‘Seven‘, ‘In Circles‘, and ‘Pillars‘ resonated with British fans, many of whom discovered the band through underground scenes, alternative radio stations, and record stores specialising in indie and punk music. The band’s influence was also felt in the UK’s post-hardcore and indie-emo scenes in the late ’90s and early 2000s, with acts such as Biffy Clyro preivously citing them as an inspiration.
The band has recently re-emerged with new material, notably the single ‘Novum Vetus’, their first release in a decade. Originally conceived during the 1997 sessions for ‘How It Feels to Be Something On‘, the band revisited and recorded the track at Seattle’s London Bridge Studio, resulting in a seven-minute composition that blends their signature sound with contemporary elements. In addition to the single, the band undertook a live re-recording of their seminal 1994 debut album at the same studio. This project captures the raw energy of their early work while reflecting the band’s evolution over the past three decades.
While there has been no official word on additional UK shows, the overwhelming demand could potentially lead to more dates being added. The Outbreak Festival is an annual music festival renowned for celebrating underground music, with a strong emphasis on hardcore and punk genres. As of now, tickets for both the London and Manchester events are still available for purchase. Given the festival’s popularity and the high-profile lineup, it’s advisable to secure tickets promptly to avoid missing out.
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As Sunny Day Real Estate prepare to bring their signature sound to London and Manchester, UK fans will finally get to witness the raw energy and powerful performances that have cemented their legendary status in the emo scene. For further tour updates, visit the band’s official website and Instagram.
