Artist Declan McKenna
Features & Interviews
The Man Who Fell To Earth: Declan McKenna
Pulling influence from his ‘70s heroes, space, the internet and beyond, Declan McKenna’s second album ‘Zeros’ finds him all grown up and ready do whatever the fuck he wants.
25th August 2020
Declan McKenna is back and he’s got something important to say
Releasing his first new music since 2017, Declan is making a statement.
19th August 2019
Declan McKenna talks 2018 festivals and…uh, door hinges
Ahead of his Coachella sets this month, everyone’s favourite dungaree-prince tells us all about his favourite festival accessories.
12th April 2018
The kids aren’t alright: Declan McKenna
As he readies his socially-conscious, bold pop debut ‘What Do You Think About The Car?’, there’s just no stopping Deccers.
20th July 2017
Diving in: Declan McKenna
Fearless with putting his politics forward and a sucker for crowdsurfing, calling 17 year old Declan McKenna “gutsy” would be a massive understatement.
12th December 2016
The astounding early days of Declan McKenna
A politics pundit of the future or a breakout star? Either way, this teenager’s had the year of his life.
29th October 2015
Album Reviews
4 Stars
Declan McKenna - Zeros
Declan’s musical palette second time around comes full of glitter and flares, taking all it can from the decades taste forgot.
4 Stars
Declan McKenna - What Do You Think About the Car?
A floppy-haired teen singer-songwriter Declan may be - Jake Bugg he’s definitely not.
News
Declan McKenna performs ‘British Bombs’ outside the Houses of Parliament
His full set for Climate Live will be available on Wednesday.
April 26, 2021 3:30pm
News
Declan McKenna reveals ‘Rapture’ video
The track is lifted from his recently released second album.
December 3, 2020 10:27am
Reviews / Live
Declan McKenna gives ‘Zeros’ its live introduction at London’s Lafayette
In a parallel non-COVID universe, it would have been an electrifying live show.
September 8, 2020 4:04pm
News
The August 2020 issue of DIY - feat. Angel Olsen, The Killers, Declan McKenna & more - is out now!
This month’s issue also features chats with Tkay Maidza, Bright Eyes, Haiku Hands, The Magic Gang and more.
August 7, 2020 1:29pm
News
Declan McKenna reveals new track ‘Be An Astronaut’
His second album ‘Zeros’ will be landing in September!
August 5, 2020 5:35pm
News
Angel Olsen is the cover star of DIY’s August 2020 issue
Our 99th(!) issue also features chats with The Killers, Declan McKenna, Tkay Maidza, The Magic Gang and loads more.
August 5, 2020 4:00pm
News
Declan McKenna shares new track ‘Daniel, You’re Still A Child’
It’s the newest glimpse into his upcoming album ‘Zeros’.
July 9, 2020 11:38am
Features
DIYsolation: #19 with Declan McKenna
Streaming live to your sofa on Thursday at 5pm!
May 18, 2020 2:31pm
News
See double in Declan McKenna’s new ‘The Key to Life on Earth’ video
The creepy new visuals feature The End of The F***ing World star Alex Lawther.
April 16, 2020 10:57am
News
Declan McKenna reveals ‘Zeros’ track list
His new record is set to land on 21st August.
April 9, 2020 5:00pm
Reviews / Live
Declan McKenna brings a headrush of politics and glitter to Islington Assembly Hall in aid of War Child
Everything, for Declan McKenna - even the darkest moments - is a celebration.
February 14, 2020 4:15pm
News
Declan McKenna announces new album ‘Zeros’
He’s also sharing his brand new bop ‘Beautiful Faces’.
January 30, 2020 10:24am
News
Bombay Bicycle Club, Bastille and more to perform at BRITs Week Together With O2 for War Child
Loads of exclusive shows will take place in London this February.
January 14, 2020 12:15pm
Features / Tracks
Tracks: The 1975, Declan McKenna and more
The biggest and best tracks of the week, rounded up and reviewed.
August 23, 2019 5:00pm
Reviews / Live
Arctic Monkeys, The Killers and Chvrches bring the hits to TRNSMT 2018
Liam Gallagher, Pale Waves and The Xcerts also shine over two sunny weekends in Glasgow.
July 10, 2018 2:30pm
Reviews / Live
Declan McKenna is greeted like a superstar at The Forum
Superfood and Whenyoung are also on board for a glorious night of indie-pop in the capital.
April 6, 2018 4:00pm
News
Declan McKenna, Rae Morris and more for Neverworld
It’s the new event from the team behind LeeFest.
January 31, 2018 2:43pm
News
Declan McKenna shares video for ‘Listen To Your Friends’
The new clip comes ahead of his mammoth US tour.
January 17, 2018 3:22pm
News
Declan McKenna announces new headline dates
He’s playing London and Manchester next April.
November 3, 2017 10:32am
News
Declan McKenna announces new UK tour dates
He’ll be playing a few shows in December.
October 24, 2017 11:09am