NewDad’s Julie Dawson on going solo, getting The Cure’s approval, and what’s next for the band

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NewDad‘s Julie Dawson has spoken to NME about her debut solo album ‘Bottom Of The Pool’, as well as what’s next for the band and what it meant to get the stamp of approval from The Cure‘s Robert Smith.The singer from the Galway band is nearing the end of a huge year, having released NewDad’s acclaimed debut ‘Madra‘ back in January – tipped as one of the best albums of the year so far – and completing a huge run of touring including a stop at Glastonbury 2024.“It’s been really fun,” said Dawson. “We got to go to a lot of new places we’ve never been.

Although I’m tired, it was a really great summer.”The band also found success in Asia, where Chinese fans made their album artwork go viral by creating and sharing their own versions. “That was mad!” said Dawson of the phenomenon. “It’s funny that the album is getting more traction now than when it came out.”While the band’s star may still be on the rise, Dawson took the time in between albums to create her debut solo record ‘Bottom Of The Pool’.

It sees her team up with electronic producer Jack Hamill (aka, Space Dimension Controller).Check out our full interview with Dawson below, where she told us about being inspired by BoJack Horseman, and progress on the band’s “pop-leaning” next album.NME: Hello Julie.

The last time we saw you was when NewDad played an epic gig at KOKO in London. Julie Dawson: “That was great.