THE DARKNESS NEW ALBUM “DREAMS ON TOAST“ OUT NOW
LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 28, 2025 – Multi-platinum UK rock band THE DARKNESS – singer/guitarist Justin Hawkins, guitarist Dan Hawkins, bassist Frankie Poullain, drummer Rufus Taylor — have released their stunning new album Dreams On Toast via Cooking Vinyl. Already receiving some of the greatest praise of their career, the album lands as the band’s UK headline tour plays to sold out venues and ecstatic reviews, with North American tour dates to be announced soon. Stream or purchase Dreams On Toast HERE.
Produced by Dan Hawkins at Hawkland Studios in Sussex, England, Dreams On Toast flawlessly captures The Darkness at their peak, celebrating their influences and strengthening their sound, while also embarking on avenues never before heard from the band. It’s an indisputably grand display from the inspired and passionate quartet.
The singles released to date have received high praise amongst fans and critics. Launching the album with “The Longest Kiss” – a soaring rock anthem that blends the band’s signature flamboyance with an irresistible melody. Packed with towering riffs and an infectious chorus, it’s a love song with an epic, theatrical edge — classic Darkness through and through. On the other end of the spectrum is “I Hate Myself” — one of the most emotionally charged moments on the album. A heart-on-sleeve reflection wrapped in anthemic rock, it balances vulnerability with power, proving that The Darkness can deliver both high-energy bangers and deeply personal, resonant tracks.
Dreams On Toast finds Justin, Dan, Frankie and Rufus continuing to push boundaries. Over two decades deep into their award-winning career, The Darkness offer up unexpected surprises to bedazzle and amaze fans once again in 2025.
PRAISE FOR DREAMS ON TOAST
“This album is fucking outstanding.” My Global Mind
“This is fucking brilliant, no word of a lie.” Powerplay
“The Darkness remain the toast of the town.” Classic Rock
“Their pomp and preposterousness remain a tonic.” Mojo
“This is brilliant…rock dreams are made of this.” Fireworks
“Their best album since Permission To Land.” Classic Pop
“All hail the return of The Darkness.” HRH Hard Rock Hell
“The British band finely tune their 1970s-inspired, glam-coated hard rock for maximum impact.” Ultimate Classic Rock
“The album balances nostalgia with experimentation, proving that The Darkness still has plenty of surprises up its sleeve.” Sonic Perspectives
Dreams On Toast “includes gloriously majestic rockers and genuinely sensitive pop.” Vintage Guitar Magazine
“Impeccably arranged, full of tasteful flourishes, and bursting with the band’s usual charm and authenticity.” Exclaim!
“The Darkness remain steadfastly committed to hell-for-leather maximalism…embracing rock’s inherent ridiculousness with characteristic enthusiasm.” Dork
“The Darkness are still dangerously shit hot…tunes bursting with audacious eccentricity and indelible quality…Dreams On Toast is undoubtedly their finest composition since Permission To Land.” Metal Talk
Dreams On Toast album artwork designed by Grammy nominated artist Perry Shall
