The Heretics – “Tidal Waves”

The UK has a massive history of producing incredible alternative rock, and The Heretics are making a serious case for why they belong in that conversation. They have been building a lot of momentum lately, especially after their 2025 album Relentless picked up global radio play and ended up on the shelves of major record stores like HMV. If you caught them opening for touring acts like The Thomas Nicholas Band or playing festivals like Deepdale, you already know they have the live energy to back up the buzz.

Their single “Tidal Waves” shows exactly why people are paying attention. The song taps into a heavy dose of late-nineties and modern alt-rock nostalgia, drawing lines to bands like Taking Back Sunday, The Gaslight Anthem, and Green Day. It hits you with a great contrast, mixing melancholic songwriting with high-energy melodies that stick with you. Instead of just repeating what worked for them last year, they are pushing their own boundaries here. It feels like a massive, anthemic track that is tailor-made for summer playlists.

They are taking this new music on the road with a huge run of UK dates over the next few months, which should be wild to see in person. Head over to their social media pages and give them a follow so you can keep track of their tour dates and stay updated on everything else they are putting out in 2026.