Sparks Reiterates Its “Mantra Since 1972” in New Single “Do Do Things My Way” and Unveils Upcoming Album “Mad!” Alongside Tour Dates in Britain, Europe, and Japan

Sparks has unveiled a new single titled “Do Things My Way,” along with the announcement of a new album and tour details. Check out the specifics below.

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New Album Announcement

Today (January 30), the Mel brothers, Ron and Russell, have released their new single, celebrating their first 2025 release. This track serves as the initial teaser for the upcoming album titled “Mad!”

Set for release at the end of this year, this record will mark the 28th studio album for the duo and will be their first release under their new label, Home Transgressive Records.

The Art-Pop duo’s leading single, “Do Things My Way,” deviates from expectations while still retaining the charming essence that made them famous.

“I’m going to run, I’m going to fly/ I’m going to do things in my own way,” they sing in the opening verse, building momentum to the chorus. “Feeling correctly, feeling densely/ I am going to do things my own way/ I received fuel, I violated the rules/ I am going to do things in my own way.“

Listen to it below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ut-ad9mqskq

Tour Details

While few details about the upcoming album were revealed during its writing, the duo shared insights regarding its release date and the musical direction they’ve chosen. The release of the single has been described by Sparks as a sort of manifesto, demonstrating how they remain true to their roots while exploring new sonic territories. “Our mantra since 1972 has intensified in 2025,” they stated.

Additionally, they announced a tour across the UK, Europe, and Japan to celebrate the upcoming release. The tour kicks off in June, starting with four shows in Japan before moving to the UK.

Two nights are scheduled for their concert at London’s Eventim Apollo, two nights at Manchester’s O2 Apollo, and one show at the Royal Concert Hall in Glasgow.

The rest of the tour will see Sparks traveling through various regions in Europe, including the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, and Italy.

Tickets will be available for purchase starting February 7 at 10:00 local time. Click here to buy tickets and check below for the full list of new tour dates.

Sparks’ “Mad!” Tour Dates for 2025:

JUNE
8 – Kyoto, Rom Theater (Japan)
10 – Osaka, Zepp Namba (Japan)
12 – Tokyo, former theater (Japan)
13 – Tokyo, former theater (Japan)
18 – London, Eventim Apollo (Great Britain)
19 – London, Eventim Apollo (Great Britain)
21 – Manchester, O2 Apollo (Great Britain)
22 – Manchester, O2 Apollo (Great Britain)
24 – Glasgow, Royal Concert Hall (Great Britain)
26 – Haarle, Phil Haarle (Netherlands)
28 – Brussels, Cirque Royal (Belgium)
30 – Paris, La Salle Pleyel (France)

JULY
1 – Cell, Gloria Theater (Germany)
3 – Copenhagen, Koncerthuset (Denmark)
5 – Stockholm, Grona Lund Tivoli (Sweden)
6 – Berlin, Uber Eats (Germany)
8 – Milan, Teatro Degli Armiboldi (Italy)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vptzi6vmhjk

News regarding the new album surfaced as the band hinted at their return, referencing “the girl crying in her latt” on social media earlier this week.

Previously, the group had considered collaborating with director Edgar Wright for a career documentary in 2021. In an interview with NME, Ron mentioned: “Cinema has always been a part of us. The concept of an explosion, of something grandiose, colorful, and dramatic has significantly influenced us.”

In 2022, the band won the award for Best Musical Film at Bandlab NME.

NME, in a four-star review of “The Girl Cries in Her Latt,” described the album as “a reminder that even now the Sparks are fully engaged, having successfully expanded their music into ambitious territories, encouraging others to follow suit.”