Irish rock band Kodaline to split after more than a decade

Irish rock band Kodaline, renowned for their heartfelt hits such as ‘All I Want’ and ‘High Hopes,’ has announced their decision to part ways after more than a decade together. The group, originally formed in Dublin under the name 21 Demands, adopted their current moniker in 2012, marking a significant shift in their musical direction. Their debut album under the new name, ‘In A Perfect World,’ released in 2013, soared to number three in the UK and number one in Ireland, cementing their place in the music industry. The band, consisting of Steve Garrigan, Vincent May, Mark Prendergast, and Jason Boland, continued their success with subsequent albums, including ‘Coming Up For Air’ (2015), ‘Politics Of Living’ (2018), and ‘One Day At A Time’ (2020), all of which topped the Irish album charts. Throughout their career, Kodaline graced major stages, including Glastonbury’s The Other Stage and the Reading and Leeds Festival, captivating audiences worldwide. In a heartfelt video shared on Instagram, the band expressed their gratitude to fans, stating, ‘From busking on the streets of Dublin to playing shows across the world, it really has been the stuff that dreams are made of.’ They announced plans to record a fifth and final album before bidding farewell, aiming to end their journey on a high note. ‘We want it to end on a high, so before we say goodbye, we’re heading into the studio one last time to record our fifth and final album as Kodaline,’ they shared. The band emphasized their eternal gratitude for the love and support they received, adding, ‘It’s been a journey that we’ll never forget, and we hope the music stays with you long after we’re gone.’