“Astronaut” and a live version of “Head Over Heels” are available now
Iconic British duo Tears For Fears debuts a new song “Astronaut” alongside a live version of their hit single “Head Over Heels.” The tracks will appear on the band’s first-ever official live album, Songs For A Nervous Planet, which is set for release on October 25th via Concord Records. The album includes four new studio tracks, including “Astronaut” and the previously released song “The Girl That I Call Home.”
“‘Astronaut’ started out during the sessions for The Tipping Point,” recalls Curt Smith. “Once we realized that we were going to end up doing more than just one new track for this album, Roland sent me the original recording of ‘Astronaut’ and I had forgotten how good of a song it was as it gives you a sense of release. It’s a horrible comparison but it’s the sorbet in between courses where you just can have a little breath and just float away. Forgive the pun but that’s the feeling the song has.”
Smith furthers, “Emotionally it’s about this guy who doesn’t feel he belongs here and wants to be an astronaut floating out into space…a lot of people identify with the emotion of that song, that sense of alienation.”
Along with the album, the duo will present their global fanbase with a stunning concert film shot and recorded at the scenic FirstBank Amphitheater at Graystone Quarry in Franklin, TN, during their sold-out global Tipping Point Tour Part 2. Tears For Fears Live (A Tipping Point Film) will premiere in over 1,100 cinemas worldwide on October 24th and October 26th via Trafalgar Releasing.
Across the album’s 22 tracks, Songs For A Nervous Planet highlights the band’s transcendent live performances as they journey through The Tipping Point Tour setlist and beyond. The four new songs expand on the career-spanning setlist, covering love, isolation, mental health, and escapism.
Recorded at the same time as the live album, Tears For Fears Live (A Tipping Point Film) features many of the band’s iconic hits including “Everybody Wants To Rule The World,” “Shout” and “Sowing The Seeds Of Love”, “Mad World”, “Head Over Heels”, etc. — along with new fan favorites from The Tipping Point — their first album in 17 years. The film artfully spotlights the enduring power of the duo and their excellent touring backing band performing at the continuing creative heights of their 21st-century glory.
To celebrate the new album and concert film, Tears For Fears are heading to Fontainebleau Las Vegas for an exclusive three-night live event at BleauLive Theater. The shows will take place on Wednesday, October 30th, Friday, November 1st and Saturday, November 2nd at 8 pm.