Pulp makes a comeback with a new album after 24 years – releases first single
Legendary Britpop band Pulp has surprised fans with the announcement of a brand new album – their first in 24 years. At the same time, they have released their new single, which marks the band’s first new music since 2001.
Frontman Jarvis Cocker tells the BBC that the band was “tempted” to make new music after the overwhelming response to their 2023 reunion tour.
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- The fans were ready for more: The concerts were sold out, and the excitement showed that Pulp was still just as relevant.
- Creative spark was lit: The band felt that they had more to give – and now the result is clear.
Pulp’s place in music history
Pulp was one of the biggest stars of the British Britpop wave of the 1990s, along with bands such as Oasis, Blur and Suede.
Some of their biggest hits include
: 🎵 “Common People” – A socially engaged anthem that remains a cult classic.
🎵 “Disco 2000” – A danceable, nostalgia-filled song that is still played everywhere
. 🎵 – Another fan favorite from their heyday.
What can we expect from the new album?
It has not been revealed when the album will be released or what it will be called, but:
- The single suggests that Pulp still has the same distinctive sound – a mix of clever lyrics, melancholy and danceable rhythms. Here you can listen to the single.
- Jarvis Cocker remains one of music’s most charismatic frontmen, so expect both witty and thought-provoking lyrics.
Why is this big news?
- Pulp has not released new music since We Love Life (2001).
- They disbanded in 2002, but have held some reunion concerts since.
- This is their first new material in over two decades – a rare comeback story in the music industry.
This isn’t just a reissue – it’s a cultural event.
The British media and fans around the world are keeping a close eye on what the Sheffield legend has in store.
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