First there were the unconfirmed rumours about their negotiations to play Coachella festival. Then the interview in which Kevin Shields affirmed My Bloody Valentine have resumed work in their legendary unfinished album. And yesterday the first dates were announced: MBV will play in June 2008 at London Roundhouse (21) Manchester’s Apollo (28)and Glasgow’s Barrowland (2 July). The tickets were available this morning, selling out in minutes. So much was the anticipation that two more gigs in London have been added.
In a timely moment for a comeback as they have become a major influence for a new generation of bands. They are likely to monopolize the music headlines all through the next year.