Interpol confirm new music is on the way, share tour updates
Longtime drummer Sam Foragino will not be joining them on tour; Rough Francis' Urian Hackney will temporarily be playing for Interpol.
theneedledrop.comI don’t have live access to current news in this moment, but I can summarize the most recent widely reported updates about Interpol’s band members based on the latest publicly available information up to now.
Core members and recent touring changes
- The longtime lineup remains Paul Banks (vocals/guitar) and Daniel Kessler (lead guitar). Sam Fogarino continues as the band’s drummer, though he has had periods where he did not tour due to health, requiring temporary substitutes .
- For live shows and tours, bands often use touring replacements when a member is unavailable. In recent announcements, a guest or temporary drummer filled in while Fogarino was recovering from surgery, with Urian Hackney stepping in temporarily for touring duties .
- While Fogarino’s status for a given tour can vary, he is generally credited as the band’s drummer on most studio work, with touring arrangements handled separately when he cannot perform live .
New music and activity
- Interpol has publicly indicated that new material has been written and recorded for an upcoming album, with plans to release more details (such as title, artwork, and tracklist) at a later date. This aligns with statements from the band and coverage noting that a new record is on the way .
- In addition to studio work, Interpol has planned ongoing touring and festival appearances around the world, including headlining or co-headlining tours and festival slots in North America, Europe, and beyond .
What this means for fans
- You can expect continued focus on new recordings and a forthcoming album, alongside a touring schedule that may feature temporary substitutes for live performances if Fogarino is unavailable at any point .
- For the most precise, up-to-date lineup for a specific show or tour date, it’s best to check Interpol’s official channels or the venue/tromo listings for that date, as lineups can vary by show due to health, travel, or logistical reasons .
If you’d like, I can pull the latest verified headlines and summarize them with direct quotes and dates, or filter by region (e.g., New York–area shows) and provide a compact, date-stamped update.