This month, alt-pop artist Devon has released his boldest and most emotionally charged single yet, ‘THIS IS WHERE IM GOING TO DIE’, alongside the announcement of his largest UK headline tour to date this autumn, bringing him to Southampton’s Heartbreakers.
The new single captures a stark reflection of life in a small town and the anxieties that can arise when it feels like everyone around you is moving on. “The song is a look at that inner dread that can come from being in your hometown. Growing up I watched people move away, get married, buy houses, while I felt trapped. It kind of talks from my anxiety’s point of view.” Devon says of the track, “What if Plan A doesn’t work? What if everyone gives up on me? What if this is where I’m destined to stay for good?”
Devon was born, raised, and resides in a small village in the Forest of Dean, in South West England. His sound, self-produced from his bedroom out of both necessity and passion, reflects the raw emotion and relentless creativity that defines his artistry. The song is a rallying cry for anyone who’s ever felt stuck in their hometown — and a powerful moment of catharsis. With strong DIY roots and a dedicated team of close friends by his side, Devon has created an immersive live experience that reflects the same heart and soul found in his music. And now, with ‘THIS IS WHERE IM GOING TO TOUR’, he’s ready to bring it to his biggest audiences yet.
The six-date run in November 2025 will see Devon headline iconic venues including London’s Colours and Bristol’s Thekla—places he once stood in as a fan. “This tour is the biggest, scariest one yet,” he shares. “I’m playing in venues I’ve been to see so many of the acts I loved growing up. Live shows have always been the be-all end-all for me, it’s the reason I started doing this.”
In 2024, Devon hit major milestones supporting Olly Murs, Anne-Marie, and Circa Waves, playing to packed crowds across the UK. Now, 2025 is set to raise the bar even higher. This summer, he’ll perform to over 40,000 fans as direct support for McFly on their huge UK outdoor tour, including a date at Southampton’s Summer Sessions. He’s also putting the finishing touches on a brand new mixtape, set for release later this year.
Catch Devon on his 2025 tour dates:
- Thu 06 November – Heartbreakers, Southampton
- Sat 08 November – Thekla, Bristol
- Thu 13 November – Colours, London
- Fri 14 November – The Lodge at Deaf Institute, Manchester
- Fri 21 November – Zerox, Shooting Gallery, Newcastle
- Sat 22 November – Hyde Park Book Club, Leeds
Ticket pre-sale opens at 10am on Wednesday 14 May. General sale begins Friday 16 May. Sign up for pre-sale access HERE.
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