The setlist from Doves first gig at Manchester Apollo in 20 years. A very special evening.

Sheffield Octagon setlist thanks to Mark Grist at the official Doves forum.

Cambridge setlist thanks to Jonathan Hotrocks.

Setlist thanks to Richard Ralls.

Setlist from last nights London show thanks to Richard.

Thanks to Derek! Next stop, London.

To mark 20 years since the release of Some Cities I recently spoke to Andy & Jez about the album. Using that interview and some interviews the band did back in 2005, I’ve pieced together an article about how the album came to be.

As well as asking Andy & Jez about the album tracks, I also asked them about some of the tracks that didn’t make it onto the album.

How We Made Some Cities

‘So, Here We Are: Best Of Doves’ is out now on EMI North records. Listen or order your copy now here.

I recently chatted with Andy & Jez who spoke to me about some of the tracks that make up ‘So, Here We Are’. Using that chat and some archival interviews, I’ve put together a Best Of track by track guide;

So, Here We Are: Best Of Doves track by track guide.

Coming soon! ‘How We Made Some Cities’. I also chatted to Andy & Jez about Some Cities. The album turned 20 this year. They were happy to discuss the album in detail. I asked them about how the album came together, all of the b-sides and some of the tracks that didn’t make it onto the album.

Doves have today released their latest single ‘Spirit Of Your Friend’ via EMI North. The track was originally recorded during the sessions for Kingdom of Rust. Originally titled ‘Eastern Roll’ the track was mentioned by the band on press interviews for possible inclusion on the Kingdom of Rust. Obviously not making the cut back then, the track will be included on the upcoming Best of album released on November 14th.

Also announced today. Doves will join James on their UK arena tour next April 2026. See poster above for the dates. Includes places Doves haven’t played in awhile such as Cardiff & Aberdeen.

Tickets are on sale this Friday Oct 10th at 9:30AM. There is a pre-sale opportunity for fans who pre-order the latest James, ‘Best Of’ release. Details here.

Finally, Blood Records have announced a limited edition (2000 copies) green and cream pinwheel version of the ‘So, Here We Are’. You can order your copy at Blood Records.