Friendly Fires: Ready for Summer Festivals Circuit

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UK band Friendly Fires talks about their tropical sound, inspiration behind their second album Pala, and excitement for upcoming festival performances.

Friendly Fires: Ready for the Festival Scene

With their Balearic-inspired second album Pala, UK band Friendly Fires is gearing up to hit the summer festivals circuit with their energetic live shows. From dreamy beaches to rainy England, the band shares their creative process and musical influences.

Tropical Sounds of Pala

Friendly Fires' vocalist Ed Macfarlane describes the album as a constant summertime carnival, filled with euphoric choruses and Ibiza beats. Despite the bleak winter weather during its creation in St Albans, Pala captures a sense of sun-kissed success.

Energetic Live Performances

Known for their breathless live shows and vibrant music, Friendly Fires blend pop tunes with indie and dance vibes. The band's ambition to reach arena-level performances shines through their epic choruses and grand musical style.

Upcoming Festival Performances

Excited to dive into the festivals circuit, Friendly Fires will be hitting the major UK music weekenders like Glastonbury and T in the Park. The band reminisces about past festival experiences and shares their festival heaven, Calvi on the Rocks in Corsica.

As they prepare for a summer full of defining performances, Friendly Fires' fusion of dance-pop and indie rock is set to captivate audiences across the UK.

Published on 19 August 2025 by UKFG

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