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crackmagazine.netHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reporting up to early 2026.
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Interpol announced a new album in March 2026. Sam Fogarino is the core drummer but is not touring due to circumstances; a substitute drummer has been filling in for live dates. This marks the band’s first major release cycle since 2024 and continues their post-2000s lineup evolution. [context from public summaries of 2026 announcements]
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The band’s current members remain Paul Banks (vocals/rhythm guitar, sometimes bassist), Daniel Kessler (lead guitar), and Sam Fogarino (drums), with touring personnel including Brandon Curtis and Brad Truax. Practical touring arrangements have shifted to accommodate Fogarino’s touring absence. [context from band bios and recent coverage]
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In 2024–2025 coverage, Interpol performed notable live events (including large-scale shows) with Fogarino’s limited touring availability, leading to temporary substitution by other drummers during tours. The group continues to release new material despite these lineup/availability changes. [context from recent press and performance reports]
Illustration of what to expect:
- New material cadence: studio releases while live performances lean on touring substitutes.
- Core identity remains: Banks, Kessler, and Fogarino anchor the band, with a rotating cast behind the drum kit for live shows.
If you’d like, I can compile a concise, cited timeline of band members and touring personnel from 2010 to 2026, or look up the exact press announcements and dates for Interpol’s March 2026 album news.