Doves UK Tour 2025
Doves are returning to the stage with a UK tour from late February to March 2025. The tour supports their upcoming album, Constellations For The Lonely, which arrives on February 14, 2025. This marks their first Manchester show in 15 years, with a special performance at Aviva Studios on March 7.
Tickets went on sale on November 21, 2024, and are available through official vendors. The band promises an unforgettable live experience, despite frontman Jimi Goodwin’s absence from this tour.
Tour dates and cities
Doves will visit major UK cities, starting in Glasgow and ending in Oxford. The full list of dates includes:
- February 25 – Glasgow, SWG3
- February 26 – Edinburgh, La Belle Angele
- February 27 – Newcastle, Boiler Shop
- March 1 – Leeds, Beckett University SU
- March 2 – Sheffield, Leadmill
- March 4 – Liverpool, O2 Academy
- March 6 – Manchester, Aviva Studios
- March 7 – Manchester, Aviva Studios
- March 8 – Birmingham, O2 Institute
- March 10 – Nottingham, Rock City
- March 11 – Norwich, Waterfront
- March 13 – London, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire
- March 14 – Bristol, SWX
- March 15 – Southampton, Engine Rooms
- March 17 – Brighton, Chalk
- March 18 – Oxford, O2 Academy
A new chapter for Doves
This tour is the band’s first without Jimi Goodwin. The frontman is stepping back for personal reasons but fully supports the tour. Guitarist Jez Williams and drummer Andy Williams will take the lead, ensuring the band’s signature sound remains intact.
Doves have promised a mix of classic tracks and new material from Constellations For The Lonely. Fans can expect deep cuts and fresh renditions of their most beloved songs.
What to expect from the live show
Doves are known for their atmospheric live performances. The 2025 tour will feature immersive visuals and a carefully curated setlist. With a career spanning over two decades, the band has built a reputation for delivering emotionally charged shows.
Though Goodwin’s absence is notable, the band remains confident in their ability to create a powerful experience. Their last album, The Universal Want, was praised for its lush production and introspective themes. The upcoming tour will likely highlight the evolution of their sound.
Tickets are available now, with some dates expected to sell out.
Tickets for the Doves UK Tour 2024 go on sale Friday, November 8, 2024.
VIP packages include early entry, signed vinyl, and a post-show Q&A. For updates, visit Doves’ official website or their YouTube channel.
Don’t miss this chance to experience Doves’ hypnotic melodies and raw emotional power live. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to their music, the Doves UK Tour 2024 is a journey through decades of iconic British rock.
