Rufus Wainwright is – without question - at a glorious new apex in his career. The hugely acclaimed singer/songwriter stormed into the UK album chart at Number 2 with ‘Release The Stars’, wowed London audiences with 5 stunning headline shows at the legendary Old Vic and now, lauded by peers and critics alike, he returns on July 23rd with the luminous new download single ‘Rules & Regulations’.The second song to be taken from his 12-track, acclaimed album, it was written and produced by Rufus.With Neil Tennant as Executive Producer and mixed by Marius De Vries, it’s a dynamic constellation of luscious sounds and vividly original lyrics that are typically, undisputed Rufus Wainwright.A highlight of his recent live set, ‘Rules & Regulations’ is available to download as a package with the remarkable new video, which was filmed in London by Director Petro Papahadjopoulos, whose previous credits include Madonna, The Klaxons and Macy Gray.An opulent, sophisticated LP recorded between New York, London and Berlin, ‘Release The Stars’ is a welcome return for the artist who’s widely regarded as one of the most respected and innovative performers of his generation.
His forthcoming live dates are: October Sat 13th GATESHEAD, The Sage Sun 14th GLASGOW, Clyde Auditorium Wed 17th LIVERPOOL, Philharmonic Hall Thur 18th MANCHESTER, Apollo Fri 19th SHEFFIELD, City Hall Sun 21st CAMBRIDGE, Corn Exchange Mon 22nd CARDIFF, Millennium Centre Thur 25th BIRMINGHAM, Symphony Hall Sat 27th HARROGATE, International Centre Tue 30th LONDON, Hammersmith Apollo
Rules and Regulations is released 30 July