Today, hotly-tipped UK rocker Dan Byrne is proud to announce he has officially signed with Frontiers Music Srl. To celebrate the signing, Dan has announced the release of his debut album, “This is Where the Show Begins”, due out on May 22nd, 2026.
In addition, Dan has also released the first single from the album, “Saviour”, alongside an official video, available to view below.
Dan comments:
“This album has been a long time coming for me and many of my fans, so I’ve truly poured my heart and soul into it. The journey to get here has been a wild one. Full of moments that shaped me, challenged me, and pushed me further than I ever expected to go as a young lad from Liverpool. I’ve lived with these songs for a little while now, and I’m so proud to finally release them into the world. It feels incredible”.
He continues: “Signing with Frontiers has given this whole chapter an energy and excitement I’ve never felt before. In many ways, it feels like the stars have aligned at exactly the right moment. I’ve been working so hard behind the scenes, and I do feel like I’ve come up with an album that represents me – not just as a musician, but as a person. Every track tells a part of the story. Some songs are loud and unapologetic, some are vulnerable and cinematic, but they all come from a very real place”.
Dan’s managers at Steelhouse Live, Max and Mikey, add:
“We’re delighted Dan has found his recording home at Frontiers, a label that’s about to celebrate being at the forefront of rock music for 30 glorious years. We believe it’s passion that drives success, and in Frontiers, Dan now has a label team that’s hugely passionate about his music and totally committed to helping him deliver his artistic vision”.
Check out the official video for “Saviour” below.
“This is Where the Show Begins”, Dan’s debut album, is full of joy and confidence. There is swagger alongside sensitivity, a widening musical horizon that feels both fresh and bold. At the center of it all is that voice, as powerful as it is vulnerable, as emotive as it is commanding.
The lead single, “Saviour”, is a perfect opener. It bursts to life with attention-grabbing hard-rock stabs and pile-driving riffs, its verses simmering with quiet drama before exploding into a chorus that promises we are in for one hell of a ride. It struts, it shimmies, and it absolutely rocks. “Light ’em up”, indeed. There is no letup as we are thrown headlong into “She’s the Devil”, Dan delivering a colossal vocal punctuated by gonzo guitar gymnastics, the euphoria here is undeniable.
Elsewhere, we are taken to church with “Praise Hell”, and “Sober” is steeped in regret. We may even get a glimpse of where Dan is headed next with album closer “Home”, a sprawling, shapeshifting piece of alt-rock that never loses its soul. It feels like Glenn Hughes and 30 Seconds to Mars combining their superpowers and letting the sparks fly.
“This is Where the Show Begins” feels like the culmination of an incredible journey so far and the launching point for what comes next. It is a testament to backing yourself, trusting your instincts, and letting ambition, honesty and musical diversity lead the way. This is where it may truly begin for Dan. The exciting question now is where he will take us next.
Pre-order & pre-save “This is Where the Show Begins” here.
Tracklist:
1. Saviour
2. She’s the Devil
3. Praise Hell
4. Sober
5. Cherry & Leather
6. Death of Me
7. Temple
8. Pulling Me Under
9. Hate Me
10. Home
Dan Byrne will be supporting Jared James Nichols on three dates in December, followed by his own headline run in March and April. Please find the full list of dates below.
UK Live Shows 2025:
Nov 29 – Porthcawl Planet Rockstock
Dec 1 – Bristol @ Thekla*
Dec 2 – Glasgow @ G2*
Dec 4 – Nottingham @ Rescue Rooms*
* (w/ Jared James Nichols)
UK Tour Dates 2026:
Mar 21 – Wolverhampton @ KK’s Steel Mill
Mar 22 – Manchester @ Deaf Institute
Mar 24 – Chester @ The Live Rooms
Mar 26 – Newcastle @ The Cluny
Mar 27 – Edinburgh @ Voodoo Rooms
Mar 28 – Glasgow @ The Attic
Mar 29 – Blackpool @ Waterloo Music Bar
Apr 1 – Sheffield @ Corporation
Apr 3 – Nottingham @ Bodega
Apr 4 – Southampton @ The Joiners
Apr 5 – Bristol @ Exchange
Apr 10 – London @ The Lower Third
Apr 11 – Crumlin @ The Patriot
Jul 25 – Ebbw Vale Steelhouse Festival
Dan Byrne swept in off the Mersey, announcing himself as a solo artist in 2023 with his debut EP, “Beginnings”. His powerhouse, soul-inflected vocal and deftly-executed, yet hugely accessible songcraft has quickly marked him out as an artist on the rise. Blending contemporary edge with classic influence, Dan’s music is powerful, honest, and deeply emotive – widescreen in scope yet intimate at its core. It rocks, without question, but what truly sets him apart is the courage to weave sensitivity and vulnerability through the intensity. This isn’t just rock music – it has the heart and authenticity to connect with an audience beyond any one genre.
In just two years Dan has toured the UK three times, delivered standout performances at multiple festivals and found overwhelming support from Planet Rock – the UK’s leading rock station – where his first four singles amassed an impressive 25 weeks on the playlist. With that foundation firmly in place, Dan Byrne now turns his focus to the release of his long-awaited debut solo album, marking the next powerful step in his evolution as an artist.
