The Pineapple Thief has unveiled “Hold The Ashes”, marking the band’s first release through InsideOut Music.
The new track arrives after the completion of recording sessions for the group’s next studio album, which has yet to be officially announced. Alongside the release, The Pineapple Thief is preparing for a series of European festival and headline appearances this summer before heading to North America for a newly announced tour scheduled for late 2026.
A video for “Hold The Ashes” has also been released. Directed by the band’s longtime collaborator Jeremy George of Blacktide Productions, the clip features The Pineapple Thief performing the song at School Farm Studios in the U.K.
Discussing the inspiration behind the track, frontman Bruce Soord said: “One thing is certain, one day we’ll all be ashes. It’s the ‘gift from the gods that comes to us all’. For some reason, when writing this song, I couldn’t stop singing about ‘ashes’ in the context of understanding what life is about. ‘Writhing in constant conflict’. Why? So take these ashes and scatter them far and wide. You know, make the most of it.”
With a catalog that now spans 16 studio albums, The Pineapple Thief has established itself as one of modern progressive rock’s most consistent acts. The current lineup features Bruce Soord on vocals and guitar, Jon Sykes on bass, Steve Kitch on keyboards, and Gavin Harrison on drums.
Founded in 1999 by Bruce Soord, the band has also released six EPs along with multiple live and compilation recordings. Gavin Harrison, known for his work with Porcupine Tree and King Crimson, became a permanent member during the cycle for Dissolution.
The group’s most recent studio effort, It Leads To This, arrived in February 2024 and earned strong chart results, reaching No. 1 on the U.K. Rock Chart and No. 2 on the U.K. Independent Albums Chart.
With a new album completed and fresh music now available, The Pineapple Thief is set to begin its next chapter with “Hold The Ashes” leading the way.
