James to release definitive Best Of collection

James announce Nothing But Love – The Definitive Best Of, a comprehensive and career spanning collection, documenting the band’s journey from their early singles through to fan favourites and special selections made by the band themselves.

The release will also include two new tracks, Wake Up Superman and Hallelujah Anyhow, produced by Leo Abrahams, who worked with the band on their No.1 album Yummy in 2024.

The band has also announced their biggest ever arena tour, to take place in 2026. The tour dates include Birmingham Utilita Arena, Leeds First Direct Bank Arena, Glasgow OVO Hydro, Liverpool M&S Bank Arena and The O2, culminating at the 20,000 capacity Co-op Live in Manchester.

The band will be joined by special guests, Doves.

Nothing But Love

Nothing But Love – The Definitive Best Of formats include a 3CD deluxe, taking fans on a chronological journey from the very beginning of the band’s career up until the present day and includes a booklet with exclusive track commentary from band members. This set also features the original Sit Down (Rough Trade Version) available for the first time on DSPs and available to buy for the first time in 35 years.

The  5LP vinyl set – including tracks from Yummy – is housed in a rigid slipcase with accompanying booklet and 14 tracks and versions being made available on vinyl for the first time ever. The 2LP colour set is a “highlights” selection of tracks.

Tour Dates 2026

03 April Birmingham Utilita Arena
04 April Leeds First Direct Bank Arena
07 April Aberdeen P&J Live
08 April Glasgow OVO Hydro
10 April Newcastle Utilita Arena
11 April Liverpool M&S Bank Arena
13 April Cardiff Utilita Arena
14 April Nottingham Motorpoint Arena
17 April London The O2
18 April Manchester Co-op Live

Due for release on 21 November via UMR, pre-order Nothing But Love – The Definitive Best Of here

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