Snow Patrol have joined forces with Kylie Minogue for their hypnotic new single ‘These Alarms’, while simultaneously confirming the stage times for their highly anticipated performance at Crystal Palace Park later this week.
The collaboration marks a significant moment for the indie rock giants, who initially recorded the track in 2024. Frontman Gary Lightbody revealed that the song was put on hold specifically to secure a duet with the pop icon. “As a huge Kylie fan I originally wrote ‘These Alarms’ with her in mind,” Lightbody explained. “But when we finished the song we quickly realised something huge was missing from it. We all knew it was Kylie’s voice that was the missing piece.”
The track is defined by pulsating synths and haunting vocal melodies, showcasing a seamless blend of Snow Patrol’s atmospheric rock sound and Minogue’s signature pop sensibilities. For her part, Minogue expressed genuine enthusiasm for the project, noting that the story behind the song’s creation was “irresistible.”
In addition to the new release, the band has finalized the schedule for their upcoming London gig this Friday, July 3. The event promises a robust lineup of support acts, including Nieve Ella, The Amazons, Amy MacDonald, and Editors.
Crystal Palace Park Stage Times
The confirmed schedule for the event is as follows:
- Nieve Ella – 3pm
- The Amazons – 4pm
- Amy MacDonald – 5:15pm
- Editors – 6:30pm
- Snow Patrol – 8:20pm
Following their London appearance, the band will continue their summer run with performances at Ludlow Castle, Edinburgh Castle, and Splendour Festival. Fans looking to secure a physical copy of the new single can pre-order a limited-edition 7” vinyl, which is scheduled to ship on August 21.