🎸🌞 TYKETTO ANNOUNCE 6TH ALBUM CLOSER TO THE SUN & DROP SKY-SOARING NEW SINGLE ‘HIGHER THAN HIGH’! 🌞🎸Their first studio album in a decade — and mun, the wait was WORTH IT! 🤘🔥
What’s occurring, rockers? Strap yourself in because the melodic rock legends Tyketto have risen like a phoenix with better hair and brighter riffs. After ten long years of studio silence, the band have finally announced their 6th album, titled Closer To The Sun — and they’ve celebrated by dropping a brand-new single that flies so high, NASA probably has questions. 🚀✨
Welcome to another shouty, silly, and slightly caffeinated instalment of The Riff Report. Grab a pint, crank the volume, and let’s dive in. 🍺🎶
🌞 CLOSER TO THE SUN — TYKETTO’S FIRST ALBUM IN TEN YEARS
A whole decade, butt. Ten years without a new Tyketto record. That’s longer than:
- The lifespan of most festival wristbands 😅
- Three generations of Download mud
- At least five “rock is dead” arguments online
But the drought is done, mun! Closer To The Sun is coming in hot — shimmering with big melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and that signature Tyketto warmth you can practically sunbathe in.
Danny Vaughn’s voice? Still smoother than a freshly polished Les Paul.
The band? Tighter than your tent ropes after Storm Gareth.
The vibe? AOR bliss. Proper job! 😎🔥
🎶 ‘HIGHER THAN HIGH’ — THE COMEBACK SINGLE THAT KICKS THE DOORS IN
The first taste of the new era comes in the form of ‘Higher Than High’, a tune that absolutely does what it says on the tin.
Let’s break it down:
🎤 Vocals: Vaughn sounds like he’s been sipping honey and sunshine.
🎸 Guitars: The riffs glide like a Red Kite over the Brecon Beacons.
🥁 Drums: Big, bold, and confident — like someone stomping into a pub knowing the jukebox is theirs.
🌈 Chorus: You’ll be howling it at the top of your lungs by the second listen. Maybe the first.
This isn’t just a comeback single — this is Tyketto walking into the room with a grin like: “Miss us, did you?”
And yes, Danny. Yes, we did.
🗓️ ALBUM DETAILS (SO FAR…)
We don’t have the full tracklist or release date yet — typical rockstar teasing — but here’s what’s confirmed:
- Title: Closer To The Sun
- Album #6 in their catalogue
- First new studio album in 10 years
- Single: ‘Higher Than High’ OUT NOW
- Vibes: Sunny, uplifting, melodic, and absolutely lush
As soon as the band drop more info, you KNOW we’ll have it up quicker than you can shout “YESS MUN!” 🤘🔥
🎤 ANY TOUR NEWS?
Nothing official yet, but come on — do we really think Tyketto are dropping a decade-in-the-making album without hitting the road?
If they don’t tour, I’ll be tamping.
But the smart money says we’re about to get:
- UK shows
- European dates
- A festival run (Steelhouse? Planet Rockstock? Download? 👀)
- And maybe even some extra-special anniversary moments
When those dates hit, the Riff Report crew will be front row, singing our lungs out and spilling our pints.
🤘 FINAL THOUGHTS
This is the comeback we didn’t just want — we NEEDED.
Tyketto are back, shining bright, and absolutely smashing it with a single that lifts you “Higher Than High” and leaves you grinning like a loon.
Only in Wales, mun, would a comeback single feel like summer arriving early. 🌞🏴
Stay tuned to The Riff Report for all updates on the album, tour news, and future Tyketto chaos.
Diolch and rock on, butt! 🤘🔥
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene special—from legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether he’s battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, he’s always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When he’s not writing or interviewing artists, you’ll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than music—they’re about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. That’s exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. Always chasing the next great riff. 🤘
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