The xx are 'in the studio' again working on new music and ...
The xx have revealed they're in the studio working on anticipated new music, as well as telling Rolling Stone UK if we might expect to hear an album this year.
www.rollingstone.co.ukLatest xx set list news points to their ongoing return shows and recent performances.
- They played their first show in eight years in Mexico City in early April 2026, signaling a live return and potential new material on the horizon. This marks a significant milestone as the band resumes touring after a long hiatus. [source summary: Stereogum report on the first show in eight years; set in Mexico City; 2026-04-03]
- Following that return, they’ve been confirmed for festival appearances such as Coachella, Kilby Block Party, and Primavera Sound in 2026, suggesting a broader touring plan and potential new material previews during live sets. [source summary: Stereogum and related festival coverage; 2026 touring news]
- Setlists from recent shows typically feature a mix of their debut-era tracks like Crystalised and Islands, with newer material expected to appear as they integrate new writing into performances. Fans have been tracking setlists on sites aggregating concert data to see how the repertoire evolves. [source summary: fan-setlist reporting; 2026 show recaps]
Illustration: a recent Mexico City show included crowd-pleasers like Crystalised and Islands, with reports noting the band’s stage presence and chemistry after the hiatus. [image placeholder: ]
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