Their first new release in three years and it’s a total trip
It’s been a minute, but White Lies are officially back—and they’re not easing in gently. The London trio just dropped a brand new single, Nothing On Me, via Play It Again Sam, marking their first fresh tune since their 2022 album ‘As I Try Not To Fall Apart’. And let us tell you—this track rips.
Nothing On Me sees the band diving deep into their prog rock roots while throwing in a hefty dose of krautrock rhythms and some gloriously twisted guitar work. Think Genesis-meets-ice-cream-van-in-space, all held together by a driving motorik beat. It’s bold, it’s weird, it’s full-on White Lies doing whatever the hell they want—and we’re absolutely here for it.
The track was recorded at The Church Studios in North London with producer Riley MacIntyre (you might know him from work with Ezra Collective and Arlo Parks), and mixed by the legendary Chris Coady (Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Beach House, Blondshell). It’s fast, it’s intense, and according to the band, it’s pretty much their most chaotic creation yet.
Here’s what White Lies had to say about the track: “This track welcomes you into the collaborative present mind of White Lies. It’s somewhat reckless, unhinged, full of competing ideas… We’re driving with no brakes or seat-belts. Lyrically and conceptually it’s a rebirth, and an introduction.”
Musically, Nothing On Me started with a synth loop running on a totally different time signature than the rest of the band (prog fans, we see you). Inspired by prog giants like Genesis, Yes, and Gong, plus a splash of Steve Hillage absurdity, the song layers jolly, nursery-rhyme-like guitar melodies over pounding rhythms to create a wild, almost disorienting ride. It’s a sonic overload—and that’s exactly the point. The lyrics dive into the messy, emotionally raw moments of human disconnect, especially when things get heated.
Fun fact: The track’s foundation was recorded live in one take. Just the band, no frills, full force. It also features Seth Evans (formerly of Black Midi) on keys, adding even more punch to this already ferocious sound.
So yeah, White Lies aren’t tiptoeing into their new era—they’re stomping in with fire in their boots. Nothing On Me is more than a comeback. It’s a full-body reawakening.
The single is just a taste of what’s coming next. The band has also announced a UK/EU tour for early 2026, so start warming up those vocal cords and prepping your road trip playlists.
Need a refresher on White Lies’ pedigree? These guys dropped their debut To Lose My Life… in 2009 and haven’t looked back. Over the years, they’ve grown into one of the UK’s biggest guitar-driven exports, with massive sold-out shows across London, Europe, and as far afield as Mexico City’s 10,000-capacity Pepsi Center.
White Lies are:
Harry McVeigh (vocals / guitar)
Charles Cave (bass)
Jack Lawrence-Brown (drums)
Go ahead—dive into Nothing On Me and let it knock you sideways.
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And keep an eye out—this is just the beginning.
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