Seefeel Tour Dates & New Music – Tracklist Revealed

After a fifteen-year hiatus, electronic music pioneers Seefeel are set to release their first full-length album, Sol.Hz, on May 1 via Warp Records. The announcement arrives alongside the release of the single “Ever No Way” and confirms a spring European tour, marking a significant return for the UK-based group. This follows a pair of mini-albums, Everything Squared and Squared Roots, released in 2024.

A Legacy of Sound Design

Seefeel, formed in the early 1990s, quickly established themselves as innovators in the burgeoning IDM (Intelligent Dance Music) scene. Their early work, blending ambient textures, dub influences, and glitchy breakbeats, garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated following. Albums like Quique (1996) and Succour (1997) are considered cornerstones of the genre, influencing a generation of electronic musicians. The band’s sound is often described as a unique fusion of post-rock sensibilities with electronic production techniques, creating a distinctly atmospheric and immersive experience. Their approach to sampling and sound manipulation was particularly groundbreaking, pushing the boundaries of what was possible with the technology of the time. You can explore their earlier work, including the reissued material from the mid-90s, through the 2021 box set Rupt and Flex (1994-96), which Pitchfork reviewed favorably.

Sol.Hz: Tracklist and Creative Direction

Sol.Hz promises to continue Seefeel’s exploration of sonic landscapes. The album’s tracklist reveals a compelling sequence of titles:

01 Brazen Haze
02 Everydays
03 Ever No Way
04 Humidity Switch
05 Behind the Seen
06 AM Flares
07 Falling First
08 Until Now
09 Scrambler

Bandleader Mark Clifford is the primary architect of the new album, with contributions from singer/guitarist Sarah Peacock. The single “Ever No Way” offers a glimpse into the album’s sonic palette, described by BrooklynVegan as floating “along the ether whereas blasts of sub-bass fire into the depths of the ocean and Peacock’s vocals swirl gently.” This suggests a continuation of the band’s signature blend of ethereal soundscapes and powerful bass frequencies.

A Return to Form After a Hiatus

Seefeel’s previous album, Sol.Hz’s self-titled predecessor, arrived in 2011 after a fourteen-year gap, demonstrating a pattern of extended periods between full-length releases. The 2024 mini-albums, Everything Squared and Squared Roots, served as a re-introduction to the band’s evolving sound, bridging the gap between their earlier work and the forthcoming album. These releases were well-received, signaling a renewed creative energy within the group. The timing of these releases, and now Sol.Hz, suggests a deliberate and carefully planned return to the spotlight.

European Tour Dates Confirmed

Supporting the release of Sol.Hz, Seefeel will embark on a spring tour across mainland Europe. The tour kicks off on April 27th at Babadoum in Paris, France, and continues through May, with stops in Brussels, Berlin, Wuppertal, Barcelona, Helsinki, Copenhagen, Oslo, and Leiden. Tickets for the Paris show are available through Bandsintown. The tour schedule is as follows:

04-27 Paris, France – Babadoum
04-29 Brussels, Belgium – AB
04-30 Berlin, Germany – Silent Green
05-01 Wuppertal, Germany – Open Ground
05-02 Barcelona, Spain – Micellie
05-05 Helsinki, Finland – Kuudes Linja
05-06 Copenhagen, Denmark – Rust
05-08 Oslo, Norway – Blå
05-09 Leiden, Netherlands – Wibar

What’s Next for Seefeel

Beyond the album release and European tour, the future remains open for Seefeel. A Bleep-exclusive bonus CD featuring a mixtape assembled by KMRU, titled Rapture to Rupt, will accompany the new record, offering fans additional listening material. Given the band’s history of extended periods between releases, it’s reasonable to anticipate a period of touring and creative exploration following the Sol.Hz cycle. Whether this will lead to further new material in the near future remains to be seen, but the release of Sol.Hz undoubtedly marks a significant moment for both the band and their dedicated fanbase.