From small-town beginnings to international stages, The Academic have become one of Ireland’s most compelling indie-rock bands. With two No. 1 albums, over 100 million streams, and a sound that blends infectious guitar hooks with emotionally resonant lyrics, they’ve built a global fanbase that spans festival crowds and intimate venues alike. Their debut Tales From The Backseat (2018) and follow-up Sitting Pretty (2023) showcase their evolution as sharp, heartfelt songwriters, with fans connecting so deeply they’ve tattooed lyrics and followed them from pub gigs to shows with The Rolling Stones and The Killers. As they tease new music in 2025, The Academic remain grounded, ambitious, and more connected to their craft than ever.
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