Mik Pyro announces new album and Whelan's gig

Mik Pyro has announced he will release his sophomore solo album in 2026.

The former Republic of Loose frontman released his solo debut with Exit Pyro in 2023, and has additionally released several solo singles, with his most recent release being a feature on 'So Many Things' by Zaska earlier this month. Ahead, of his upcoming project's release, he has plans to drop a stand-alone single on November 17.

The Dublin musician has also announced a headline gig at Whelan's on December 17. Pyro is known for his eccentric stage antics, having performed with Republic Of Loose for the entirety of their 13 year run.

In an interview with Hot Press, Fontaines D.C. drummer Tom Coll spoke on the influence of Pyro's unique live performance style.

"I used to go see Mik Pyro and the Blues Cartel in the front bar in Whelan’s, every Sunday,” he recalls. “That was just an absolute masterclass of how to actually perform live. Mik’s such a talented person. And there was something so special about it being free in – it was like a weekly pilgrimage. We all went as much as we could."

Pyro's most recent performances include a show at Coughlan's in Cork last month, as well as a set at Electric Picnic's Salty Dog stage this past August. Fans can also catch him at his weekly gigs at the Foggy Dew in Temple Bar.

Tickets for his upcoming Whelan's gig can be purchased here.

• Listen to his latest release with Zaska below: