"PUP Announces May Headline Tour in the UK/EU"
Toronto punk band PUP is gearing up for an exciting May by announcing their highly anticipated UK/EU headline tour! Set to coincide with the release of their new album, Who Will Look After The Dogs?, the tour promises an electric atmosphere filled with their signature sound and engaging performances. Kicking off in Birmingham on May 7, 2025, they will make stops in cities such as Leeds, Manchester, Glasgow, and London, before crossing the continent to Amsterdam, Berlin, and more, culminating in Spain at the end of the month.
Who Will Look After The Dogs?, their fifth full-length album, launches on May 2, 2025, via Little Dipper/Rise Records. It follows their critically acclaimed previous work, The Unraveling of PUPTHEBAND, and features tracks like “Hallways,” “Paranoid,” and the fresh single “Get Dumber,” featuring the talented Jeff Rosenstock. The latest single highlights PUP’s energetic style and innovative storytelling, blending humor and raw emotion.
The band’s formation—comprised of Stefan Babcock, Nestor Chumak, Zack Mykula, and Steve Sladkowski—has garnered them recognition for their fierce lyrics and captivating live shows. Their new album offers a candid exploration of themes related to personal growth and relationships, signifying a shift in Babcock’s writing as he shares his journeys both introspective and tumultuous over the past decade.
Reflecting on the album creation, Babcock expressed the liberation felt during recording. Striving for authenticity, the band opted for a more spontaneous approach, abandoning their perfectionist tendencies in favor of capturing the essence of their live energy. This transition is evident in the vocal sessions for “Get Dumber,” where Babcock recalls a lighthearted moment with Rosenstock that turned into a standout piece of the album.
In addition to their tour, PUP will be supported by rising act Illuminati Hotties for the majority of dates, further enhancing the excitement for fans eager to catch their live performances. UK audiences can expect a dynamic chemistry and the cathartic experience that PUP is known for, not to mention the raw, high-energy atmosphere they bring to the stage.
Fans particularly anticipate the tour, marked by its aptly named “PUP + JEFF ROSENSTOCK PRESENT: A CATACLYSMIC RAPTURE OF FRIENDSHIPNESS.” This catchy title reflects their strong camaraderie, promising an unforgettable event filled with humorous moments and musical prowess.
With their increasing popularity and captivating storytelling through music, PUP’s headline tour is not to be missed. Tickets are available now for fans eager to witness how the band translates their new music into a live format, ensuring it will be a journey of sound, spectacle, and emotional connection.
Stay tuned for the album’s release and grab your tickets for the forthcoming tour—prepare for a night of exhilarating punk rock that celebrates both the highs and lows of life! Be part of the experience, as PUP brings their music to stages across the UK and Europe this May.
