Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls are set to hit the road again this April, bringing their relentless energy to headline shows across the UK as part of their Undefeated tour.

After launching 2025 with a series of performances in Mexico and an exclusive intimate gig for BRITs Week and War Child, Turner is set to embark on a UK run that will see him perform at venues across the country. The tour kicks off on April 1st at NX Newcastle before making stops at Academy-sized venues in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, and more.

The tour follows the release of Turner’s tenth studio album, Undefeated, which dropped in May 2024. The record has been hailed as “a jovial blast of defiance” by Kerrang! and “a declaration of resilience” by Silent Radio, marking some of Turner’s most honest songwriting to date. Now, UK fans will get the chance to experience the album live at some of the nation’s most beloved venues.

Turner will be joined on tour by dark folk songwriter Amigo The Devil, who previously supported him during his ambitious 50 States in 50 Days tour in 2022. “Danny and his gang are the best,” Turner shared. “We’ve shared the road before, and we’re stoked to do it again.”

The UK leg of the Undefeated tour will wrap up at Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone, just ahead of Turner’s upcoming U.S. tour in May. Tickets are already in high demand, with six dates completely sold out.

As Turner reflects on his milestone tenth album, he acknowledges the challenges and rewards of creating music at this stage of his career. “There are no clichés about the difficult 10th album, so in some ways, that's a liberating statement,” he explains. “But at the same time, I have a duty to justify writing and releasing a 10th album. That's a lot of records for anybody. Also, I’m 42. Which is not a sexy, rock’n’roll age. But all through my career, I've been interested in writers like Loudon Wainwright III or The Hold Steady, people who write about adulthood, essentially.”

Undefeated finds Turner blending his youthful outspokenness with a matured perspective, tackling themes of personal reflection, love, nostalgia, and the lingering effects of the pandemic era. Sonically, the album pulls influences from Black Flag, Counting Crows, Descendents, The Pogues, Elvis Costello, and Billy Bragg.

Recorded in the home studio he shares with his wife, Jessica Guise, on Mersea Island, Essex, Undefeated is the first album Turner has produced himself. Featuring his live band—Ben Lloyd (guitar), Tarrant Anderson (bass), Callum Green (drums), and Matt Nasir (piano)—the record embodies the same raw energy and authenticity Turner brings to his live performances.

Known for his tireless touring schedule, Turner’s return to the road is a testament to his enduring passion for music. With Undefeated capturing his resilience and evolution, fans can expect a powerful setlist filled with both new material and fan favorites.

Undefeated is available now to order or stream. For more information and tour dates, visit FrankTurner.com.

There are no clichés about the difficult 10th album, so in some ways, that's a liberating statement

 

UK tour dates (with support from Amigo The Devil):

Tuesday 1st April - Newcastle NX

Wednesday 2nd April - Leeds O2 Academy

Friday 4th April - Liverpool O2 Academy

Saturday 5th April - Manchester Academy

Sunday 6th April - Nottingham Rock City

Tuesday 8th April - Birmingham O2 Academy

Thursday 10th April - Cambridge Corn Exchange

Friday 11th April - Oxford O2 Academy

Saturday 12th April - Norwich UEA

Monday 14th April - Ipswich Corn Exchange

Tuesday 15th April - Swansea Sin City

Wednesday 16th April - Bristol O2 Academy

Friday 18th April - Southampton O2 Guildhall

Saturday 19th April - Folkestone Leas Cliff Hall

Full tour dates and ticket info here.

Author: Adam Bailey

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