Scottish dream-pop artist Radhika has released her new single, “Starry Eyes,” marking her first digital release under the Glass Modern label. The track features guest contributions from Glasgow indie luminaries Gerard Love (formerly of Teenage Fanclub) and Mitch Mitchell of The Pastels. Originally issued as a limited-edition transparent green flexi-disc, the song serves as a preview of her forthcoming debut album, ‘CINE POP’, which is scheduled for release in May 2026. Inspired by her Indian heritage and the cinematic visions of David Lynch, Radhika’s sound has already garnered acclaim from BBC 6 Music’s Marc Riley and fellow artists like Stuart Murdoch of Belle & Sebastian and Bilinda Butcher of My Bloody Valentine.
The inspiration for “Starry Eyes” came from a quiet moment Radhika shared with her grandmother, Soma, while looking through old family photographs. “This gentle intergenerational exchange was the starting point,” Radhika explains. “The words ‘your disintegration is a cosmic lullaby’ encapsulate the essence of the song, which explores the passing of souls into the next realm.” The project is a collaboration with Eric MacDonald and Radhika’s father, Sushil K. Dade (Future Pilot AKA), whom she credits for her deep connection to music and vast record collection. This personal and cultural thread runs through the track’s hazy melodies and intricate electronic arrangements.
Radhika will embark on a series of live dates in early 2026, featuring a notable collaboration with Paul Thomson, the original drummer for Franz Ferdinand. Thomson will join the band for several dates in London and Manchester alongside Gerard Love. The tour also includes two appearances at The Hangar at Paisley Arts Centre, where Radhika will share the stage with The Primevals in January and My Bloody Valentine’s Debbie Googe in late February. These shows mark a significant step for the Glaswegian singer-songwriter as she prepares for the full launch of ‘CINE POP’. Radhika notes, “My debut album ‘Cinepop’ [sic] will be released in May and I truly can’t wait for the world to hear it. It was an honour having some of my personal heroes featuring on some of the tracks.”
Radhika 2026 Live Dates:
- January 30 – Paisley – The Hangar, Paisley Arts Centre (w/ The Primevals)
- February 14 – London – The Betsy Trotwood (w/ Gerard Love)
- February 15 – Manchester – The Peer Hat (w/ Gerard Love)
- February 27 – Paisley – The Hangar, Paisley Arts Centre (w/ Debbie Googe)