Holly Humberstone is a British singer-songwriter from Grantham, Lincolnshire, born in 1999, who broke through during the pandemic with her debut EP 'Falling Asleep at the Wheel' (2020). Her introspective indie-pop - built on atmospheric production and confessional lyrics - earned her the BRIT Award for Rising Star in 2022 and two Ivor Novello nominations. She released her debut album 'Paint My Bedroom Black' in 2023 and followed it with her second album 'Cruel World' in April 2026, both to strong critical reception.
Holly Humberstone launched the North American leg of her 'Cruel World' headline tour in June 2026, with shows in Boston, Philadelphia, Chicago and other cities.
Her second studio album 'Cruel World' was released on 10 April 2026 via Polydor Records, to positive critical reviews.
Humberstone performed at Coachella on 10 and 17 April 2026, ahead of her North American headline tour.
Lead single 'Die Happy' from 'Cruel World' was released in November 2025, kicking off the new album cycle.
In 2024, Humberstone supported Taylor Swift on The Eras Tour at Wembley Stadium.
British singer-songwriter Holly Humberstone brings her Cruel World European Tour to Cologne.
British singer-songwriter Holly Humberstone brings her Cruel World European Tour to Hamburg.
British singer-songwriter Holly Humberstone performs live in Berlin as part of her Cruel World European Tour.
Holly Humberstone brings her "Cruel World" European tour to Munich. The British singer-songwriter will perform at Technikum.