Death From Above 1979 Announce 2027 Tour & New Album Private Lives

Canadian dance-punk duo Death From Above 1979 have announced their fifth studio album, Private Lives, set for release on January 29, 2027. To support the record, the band will embark on a 30-date North American tour, kicking off in Tempe, Arizona, on February 2 and wrapping up in Seattle on March 31. Tickets are available now via Ticketmaster and the band’s official website.

The album arrives as the band celebrates 25 years together, marking the milestone with a reflective and energetic return to form. Private Lives follows their 2021 release Is 4 Lovers and is described by the band as "invigorating and surprisingly serpentine," with frontman Sebastien Grainger’s vocals taking center stage. The 10-track record draws from unearthed demos and the duo’s extensive history, blending raw energy with a renewed sense of confidence. The title track, released as a preview, delivers maniacal riffs and overdriven bass, embodying the band’s signature high-octane sound.

A Quarter-Century of Dance-Punk Innovation

Death From Above 1979—comprising Sebastien Grainger and Jesse F. Keeler—formed in Toronto in 2001. Their debut album, You’re a Woman, I’m a Machine (2004), became a cult classic, defining the dance-punk genre with its relentless energy and industrial edge. Over the years, the band has evolved while maintaining their core sound, blending punk aggression with electronic and rock influences. Their 2024 anniversary tours for You’re a Woman, I’m a Machine and The Physical World (2014) reignited fan excitement and inspired the creative direction of Private Lives.

What to Expect from *Private Lives

The new album reflects a more mature yet unapologetically bold approach. Grainger and Keeler describe it as a "renewed commitment to the pure industrial magic of electricity," with tracks that balance raw intensity and dynamic space. The title track’s music video, directed by Eva Michon and starring actor Kim Bodnia, underscores the album’s themes of privacy and self-expression in an era of digital overexposure. Fans can expect a mix of high-energy anthems and introspective moments, with guest vocals from Brazilian band CSS on the track "Mystery."

Tour Dates and Practical Info

The Private Lives tour spans the U.S. and Canada, with stops in major cities and smaller venues alike. Highlights include: - February 2: Tempe, AZ – The Marquee - February 5: Los Angeles, CA – The Belasco - February 25: Toronto, ON – HISTORY - March 5: Brooklyn, NY – Warsaw - March 17: Chicago, IL – Thalia Hall - March 31: Seattle, WA – The Crocodile

Tickets are on sale now, with pre-orders available for the album. Fans attending the shows can expect a high-energy performance, blending hits from across the band’s catalog with new material from Private Lives.

Why This Matters

For longtime fans, Private Lives and the 2027 tour represent a homecoming. The album’s raw, unfiltered sound harks back to the band’s roots while pushing forward with fresh creativity. As Grainger noted, the anniversary shows reminded them of their foundational sound, and Private Lives channels that energy into a new chapter. Whether you’re a longtime follower or new to their music, the tour offers a chance to experience Death From Above 1979’s electrifying live presence firsthand.