The Virginmarys have announced their biggest UK headline tour to date.

Macclesfield's own power rock duo Ally Dickaty and Danny Dolan will be taking their new album, The House Beyond The Fires, to all corners of the country later this year.

The tour, which begins this April, includes dates in Liverpool, Sheffield, Hull, Leicester, Oxford, Cheltenham and Plymouth.

Frontman Ally said: "We've never been prouder of an album than this one, it feels only right to extend the run and cover as much of the UK as possible.

"This will be the most extensive tour of Britain we've done and we're proud it includes some of the coolest independent venues.

"These places should be both celebrated and supported, they're part of the last standing pillars of truth within a crumbling industry and it's our pleasure to create further memories within them."

Poster for The Virginmarys' UK tour (Credit: The Virginmarys)

The Virginmarys recently released their third single, When The Lights Go Down, from their fourth studio album, The House Beyond The Fires.

On Wednesday, January 15, they shared a new video for the track featuring footage captured by Ashley Barry during their 2024 tour with Ugly Kid Joe.

The song itself retains the band's signature intensity but introduces a refreshing authenticity and a more melodic sound compared to their previous singles, with an irresistibly catchy chorus.

Ally added: "Out of all the songs we've done, this is one of my favourites ever.

"The hook, melody and lyrics together with Danny's hard hitting and intricate drumming showcases many of the unique flavours of the band in one track.

"I don't think there's anyone better at doing sixteenths on a hi-hat than Danny.

"It's our most anthemic Virginmarys song!"

The House Beyond The Fires is the band's first album since they reformed as a two piece in 2021.

They have teamed up with Dave Draper to produce the drums and guitars (Terrorvision, The Wildhearts) and Karl Daniel Lidén from Sweden for the mix and mastering.

Ally continues, "We have always been renowned for the power and energy of our live performances and strived to recreate that intensity through the production and mix of the records. I feel like we've really turned a corner with this album."

The album serves as a tribute to Danny's dad, Tommy Dolan, who passed away last year.

Ally said: "It's difficult to articulate how much he meant to us and how deep the grief runs within all who loved him.

"The LP is a direct reference to his notorious shop, The House of Fires; it felt fitting to make a direct reference to his love, support and influence in the album title.

"This will also be the first album released since becoming a two-piece, we have grown a lot in the last few years by tuning into our creative synergy and transposing it into our most impactful work to date."