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6 November 2026 – Indigos Ego Release Following and Bring Atmospheric Irish Alternative Rock Into a New Chapter
By Editorial Team - November 6, 2026
Summary
Cavan alternative-rock quartet Indigos Ego share evocative new single Following, previewing their second LP following breakthrough debut Dark Waters.
Key Facts
- Cavan quartet Indigos Ego release fourth single 'Following' ahead of sophomore album.
- Follows 2025 debut LP 'Dark Waters' and 2026 singles 'Lights Out', 'Space Invaders', and 'Little Wins'.
- Blends post-rock dynamics with Smashing Pumpkins and Biffy Clyro-inspired guitar arrangements.
- Entities: Indigos Ego, Anne O'Reilly, Barry Carmichael, Mark Johnston, Paddy Fitzhenry, The Smashing Pumpkins, Cavan, Ireland
- Tags: indigos-ego, following, cavan, ireland, irish-rock, alternative-rock, post-rock, dark-waters
Irish alternative-rock quartet Indigos Ego have released "Following", the fourth single from their forthcoming second album. The Cavan-based group consists of vocalist Anne O'Reilly, Barry Carmichael, Mark Johnston and Paddy Fitzhenry, whose musical influences include The Smashing Pumpkins, Tori Amos and Biffy Clyro.
Their new composition explores uncertainty about the future while recognising the emotional importance of relationships that provide temporary stability. Rather than presenting companionship as a permanent solution to life's difficulties, "Following" acknowledges that even brief connections can become meaningful during periods of personal change. The recording combines atmospheric guitar arrangements with post-rock influences, spacious production and contrasting vocal performances.
"Following" arrives after earlier album previews "Lights Out", released in January, "Space Invaders" in March and "Little Wins" during the summer. Those recordings have introduced different aspects of the band's musical identity while building anticipation for the follow-up to their 2025 debut album Dark Waters. Indigos Ego have also attracted regional attention through their participation in Shannonside Northern Sound's New Irish Music Hero competition, where they reached the final.
"Following" demonstrates how emotionally direct songwriting can remain effective without relying upon exaggerated drama. Apparently the future may be uncertain, but having somebody willing to accompany you through the confusion is still a remarkably good starting point. Explore more Irish and UK rock in our indie rock hub and discover recent features in our news stream.