Enter Shikari have surprise released their new album Lose Your Self, available now digitally and physically worldwide via So Recordings. “We’re delighted to present Lose Your Self,” Rou Reynolds said, “and give people the chance to hear a Shikari record like never before – as a cohesive whole. We want people to go on a proper journey with this album and see where it takes them.”
Released without prior singles or promotion, the album spans 12 tracks exploring themes of desolation and hope, delivering one of the band’s heaviest and most introspective records to date.
Frontman Rou described the release as a deliberate decision to present the album as a complete journey, encouraging listeners to experience it in full without preconceptions.
“No lead-up, no singles, and no explanation,” Rou said. “Forcing the listener to actually listen, without being drip-fed ideas out of context, or spoon-fed explanations. We simply present it all, for the listener to immerse themself in.
“Releasing in this way was also a decision to not be distracted by chart races, or accolades and ‘things’.”
Alongside the release, the band have announced a series of intimate UK shows in Liverpool, Kingston and London, offering fans a chance to hear the new material live in smaller venues.
Enter Shikari have also confirmed major touring plans for 2026, including a UK and EU arena tour later in the year, as well as dates in Australia and North America.
Known for their innovative approach and energetic performances, Enter Shikari continue to push boundaries within Heavy music while maintaining a strong connection with their audience.
“We got the No.1 album on our last record,” Rou said. “This is simply about the music being presented in a natural way. Despite turning out to be one of our darkest and heaviest albums to date, it also preaches hope and offers answers.
“Shikari will always offer hope, because without hope, there is no action. We’ll just always offer it with a dose of realism.”
