The Proclaimers have announced their 13th studio album, You May Offend, which will be released on 11 September via Cooking Vinyl. The new record is accompanied by its title track, giving fans a first taste of the Scottish duo’s latest collection of politically charged songs.
The album follows 2022’s Denture’s Out and was written in Edinburgh before being recorded in less than three weeks at the legendary Rockfield Studios in Monmouth. Twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid reunited with producer Dave Eringa, their long-time touring band, and welcomed James Dean Bradfield of Manic Street Preachers as a guest guitarist.
The Proclaimers return with their 13th studio album
You May Offend features 12 new tracks that continue The Proclaimers’ signature blend of folk, punk, new wave and melodic pop, alongside the sharp social and political observations that have defined their songwriting since forming in 1987.
The newly released title track explores themes surrounding free speech and modern public discourse. It arrives with a striking music video directed by Emmy and BAFTA-winning duo Douglas Mackinnon and Peter Anderson Animation, portraying a dystopian world where listening machines monitor every conversation.
New album features political themes and classic Proclaimers songwriting
According to the band, the new record balances energetic rock songs with reflective ballads and pointed social commentary.
Among the highlights are the driving opener Knock It Down, the post-punk inspired Till The Ink Dries, and the synth-led Easy Rhyme. Elsewhere, The Grooming examines the militarisation of young people through a slower, hymn-like arrangement, while But It Is tackles international political hypocrisy.
The Proclaimers continue major UK and European tour
The album announcement comes during one of the busiest touring schedules of the duo’s career.
The Proclaimers are currently in the middle of a seven-month, 61-date tour across the UK and Europe, with several concerts already sold out. The run continues through to the end of December.
You May Offend will be available on CD, cassette, digital download and limited edition red and gold vinyl.
