Get ready for a musical journey that blends nostalgia with innovation, because Hue and Cry are back with a bang! The iconic duo, Pat and Greg Kane, have just announced their highly anticipated studio album, Everybody, set to drop in May 2026. But here's where it gets exciting: this isn’t just another album—it’s a bold return to their roots, infused with a modern twist that’s sure to captivate both old and new fans alike.
The first single, Stronger, is already making waves with its pulsating electro beats, giving us a taste of what’s to come. But this album is more than just a collection of tracks; it’s a love letter to the influences that shaped Hue and Cry’s sound. From David Bowie’s Low to the synth-driven magic of Simple Minds, Japan, and The Human League, Everybody is a sonic exploration of the past reimagined for the future. And this is the part most people miss: it took two years of experimenting with both vintage and cutting-edge technology to craft this masterpiece.
But here’s where it gets controversial: In an era dominated by digital production, Hue and Cry enlisted the help of Yoad Nevo (known for his work with Pet Shop Boys and Duran Duran) to mix the album. Is this a nod to tradition or a strategic move to bridge the old and the new? Let us know what you think in the comments!
The album, featuring 10 tracks that Pat describes as ‘wrested out from a wall of arpeggiators and synths,’ is a testament to their enduring creativity. ‘We’re still pushing for something new,’ Pat says, and Everybody is proof that they’ve succeeded. The album will be available on CD, orange vinyl, and—for the die-hard fans—a limited-edition collector’s box set that’s a treasure trove of exclusives:
- A signed Everybody CD
- A 140g purple and grey marble-effect LP, also signed
- A Blu-ray with Dolby Atmos mixes of the album
- A 7” single featuring two tracks from the Everybody sessions
- Live at Kelvingrove, a 15-track live album recorded in Glasgow in 2025
- A slip mat, button badge, sticker, and certificate
And let’s not forget the live experience! Pat and Greg will be hitting the road in October, bringing their full band for a ‘widescreen treatment’ of their hits. ‘Come and see us, looking as sharp as you like, and let’s elegantly party together,’ Pat invites. Sounds like an offer we can’t refuse!
Everybody drops on May 29, 2026, via Blairhill Records. Pre-orders are now open on the Hue and Cry official shop, where you can snag the collector’s box set, signed vinyl, or CD. Here’s the tracklist to get you hyped:
CD Edition & Vinyl LP:
1. Stronger
2. Everybody Deserves To Be Loved
3. Make My Day
4. And Then You Bloom
5. Dissolve And Disappear
6. I Remember
7. In Our Ruins
8. Kinda Blue, Kinda Love
9. Force Majeure
10. Broken Gods
CD: Live at Kelvingrove (Box Set Only):
1. Looking For Linda
2. Say Goodbye To Me
3. I Refuse
4. My Salt Heart
5. Fireball
6. Labour Of Love
7. Mother Glasgow
8. The Man With The Child In His Eyes
9. Three Foot Blasts Of Fire
10. Strength To Strength
11. Just Say You Love Me
12. Headin’ For A Fall
13. Violently
14. Ordinary Angel
15. Stars Crash Down
Blu-ray (Box Set Only):
(Includes Dolby Atmos mixes of the Everybody album)
7″ Single (Box Set Only):
1. Promised Land
2. Give Me Strength My Love
So, what do you think? Is Everybody the album we’ve all been waiting for? Will it redefine Hue and Cry’s legacy, or is it a nostalgic trip down memory lane? Share your thoughts below—we’d love to hear your take!
