Following the emotional depth of his recent single “Celebrate,” James Arthur returns with “Karaoke,” out now. The track, the latest from his highly anticipated album PISCES, offers a bold departure from the introspective vulnerability of “Celebrate.” With a grunge-inspired guitar riff at its core, “Karaoke” pulses with energy as James channels raw emotion into a plea for a partner to embrace their wild side, despite the scars of a past relationship.
James says, “I had the best time I’ve ever had on the Bitter Sweet Love world tour last year so I couldn’t be more thrilled to be hitting the road once again for the Pisces world tour. I hope to see some familiar faces back again and hopefully some new ones. Can’t wait to get in my feels with you all and have a big old sing song in some gargantuan rooms. See you on the road!”
“Karaoke” defies expectations, with its title almost serving as a red herring. The track’s relentless guitar line is a far cry from the carefree karaoke image, instead delving into the emotional turbulence of a relationship. James sings the chorus like a mantra: “I want you dancing on the table, want you making a scene / I want you acting like a nightmare while you look like a dream,” expressing the push-pull of love and desire amidst unresolved trauma.
James will embark on a Irish/ UK Arena tour in January / February 2026. Kicking off in Belfast on the 31st of January, it concludes in Manchester on the 21st February.
January / February 2026
31st Belfast SSE Arena
1st Dublin, 3Arena
3rd Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena
4th Glasgow, OVO Hydro
6th Newcastle, Utilita Arena
7th Aberdeen P&J Live
10th Birmingham, bp pulse LIVE
11th Bournemouth, International Centre
13th Sheffield, Utilita Arena
14th Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena
16th Cardiff, Utilita Arena
18th London, The O2
21st Manchester, Co-op Live
For more information and to pre-order PISCES, visit:
www.betweendreamsandreality.com
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