Photo by Steve Gullick
Cork’s rising stars Cardinals have announced their much-anticipated debut album, Masquerade, due February 13th via So Young Records.
Tracks like Anhedonia and The Burning of Cork bristle with cynicism and discontent, while others shine with vulnerability, reflecting the band’s love of vinyl-era contrasts. From folk honesty to goth-rock theatrics, Masquerade is an album of tonal shifts and bold ambition.
Formed from family and friendship, Cardinals—brothers Euan and Finn Manning, cousin Darragh, plus Oskar Gudinovic and Aaron Hurley—are fast becoming leaders in Ireland’s independent rock scene. Following their acclaimed EP and singles, the title track Masquerade arrives today, offering a glimpse into their most intimate work yet.
The band have also shared details of a headline tour across mainland Europe in late November to round off the year.
Cardinals live:
16th September – Zebulon, Los Angeles, CA
22nd September – Bristol, Strange Brew
23rd September 2025 – Southampton, Joiners
25th September 2025 – Norwich, Waterfront Studio
26th September 2025 – Leeds, Belgrave
27th September 2025- Manchester, Yes Pink Room
29th September 2025- Brighton, Patterns
30th September 2025 – London, Moth Club
24th November 2025 – Paris, Point Ephemere
26th November 2025 – Berlin, Kantine
27th November 2025 – Düsseldorf, Ratinger Hof
28th November 2025 – Gent, Trefpunt
29th November 2025 – Nijmegen, Doornroosje
30th November 2025 – Amsterdam, Tolhuistuin
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