Manchester’s post-punk powerhouses IST IST are kicking off 2026 with a relentless schedule, pairing the release of their fifth studio album, DAGGER, with an extensive run of live dates across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.
As the band unveils their final pre-release single, “Obligations,” the focus shifts firmly to the stage. Known for their fierce DIY ethic and enlivening live performances, the band is set to prove why they remain one of the UK’s most vital independent acts.
Launch Week: Intimate Album Shows
To celebrate the release of DAGGER on 6 February via Kind Violence Records, IST IST will perform a series of intimate in-store and out-store shows. These dates offer fans a first listen to the new material in a close-quarters setting:
7 Feb: Leeds, Headroom House
8 Feb: Bury, The Met
9 Feb: Edinburgh, The Caves
10 Feb: Nottingham, Rough Trade
11 Feb: London, Rough Trade East
Spring 2026: UK, Ireland & European Tour
Following their album launch, the band heads to mainland Europe in March, visiting cities including Amsterdam, Berlin, and Milan, before returning for a comprehensive UK headline tour in April.
The upcoming domestic run features newly added dates in Glasgow, Edinburgh, and London, ensuring fans across the country have the chance to witness the evolution of the band’s sound. The tour will culminate in their most ambitious hometown show to date at Manchester’s Albert Hall on 1 May, featuring support from Desperate Journalist and The Youth Play.
Key UK Headline Dates:
10 April: London, The Garage
17 April: Glasgow, Oran Mor
23 April: Nottingham, Rescue Rooms
28 April: Dublin, The Grand Social
01 May: Manchester, Albert Hall
With DAGGER—produced by Joe Cross (The Courteeners, Hurts)—just weeks away, these shows represent a band at the peak of their powers. Tickets for all dates are on sale now, please scroll down.
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