The Pretenders are releasing a live album titled "Kick 'Em Where It Hurts"!
Out on June 13, the 17-track collection was recorded on the band's 2024 tour,
"Over these past years, people often ask why we aren’t playing in bigger venues i e. arenas? The simple answer is: Clubs and theatres are better venues for the audience and for the band." Chrissie Hynde said. "Personally, I have never stayed for a three hour show, and I like to see the band on stage rather than on screens if I’m in the audience. And if I’m on stage, I like to see every audience member right up to the back of the balcony. So yes, we could be playing bigger places, making more money, and in some people’s eyes, garnering more prestige…… but we really don’t give a shit about that stuff. We have loved supporting Stevie Nicks, Phil Collins, Guns N’ Roses, and now the Foo Fighters in huge venues, but for our own shows we like to keep it reined in."
A limited edition double vinyl edition of the album is available for pre-order through the band's website, as they released live versions of "Thumbelina," "Time the Avenger" and "You Can't Hurt a Fool."
The Pretenders will play May 1 in Las Vegas and at the Beachlife Festival in Redondo Beach, on May 3rd.