A brand-new variation of The Blaydon Races has actually been revealed by Newcastle United.
The club bringing fans the news on Wednesday afternoon.
The authorities club declaration beginning: ‘Newcastle United has actually formally launched a brand-new recording of The Blaydon Races, uniting fans, regional artists and local music professionals to guarantee the renowned anthem continues to unify future generations of fans. A foundation of the matchday experience at St. James’ Park for years, The Blaydon Races is a sign of North East identity and a tune valued by fans all over the world.’
The Blaydon Races is obviously something that is associated with our football club.
Newcastle United going on to discuss: ‘To protect the tune’s tradition while reinforcing its effect inside the arena, the club has actually worked carefully with fans to produce a revitalized variation that remains real to its heritage. Established in collaboration with the North’s leading music advancement organisation, Generator, and Interval Records, the brand-new recording functions vocals from North Shields band Hector Gannet. The track has actually been produced and crafted by Alex Blamire, including the organ of St. Nicholas Cathedral and Northumbrian piper Chris Ormston– returning the tune to its folk roots.’
The club specifying: ‘Supporters played a main function in directing the task. Agents from the Fan Advisory Board, Newcastle United Supporters Trust, United With Pride, Newcastle United Supporters Club, Newcastle United Disabled Supporters Association and Wor Flags participated in workshops and listening sessions. Feedback regularly highlighted the anthem’s significance, not just as a matchday custom however as a sign of North East culture. Fan insights likewise affected components of the taping such as pace, singalong feel and general noise within St. James’ Park– while thoroughly maintaining its heritage which has actually been travelled through generations for over 160 years.’
Fans of other clubs have actually tried to pirate The Blaydon Races and alter the words consisting of Manchester United (‘To see Matt Busby’s aces …’ certainly) and Sunderland advocates (‘Roker aces …).
Newcastle United going on to state: ‘Reflecting its significance both inside the arena and throughout the larger area, the club has actually launched 3 brand-new variations of the anthem: a Stadium Track, Radio Edit, and an Extended Version including all initial verses to keep the tune’s genuine spirit. An accompanying video commemorates both the tune and the area. It records daily life in the North East; low and high, individuals and locations, and a sense of belonging influenced by the anthem. The brand-new track will make its matchday launching at St. James’ Park ahead of the Premier League component versus Aston Villa on Saturday 17 October, accompanied by a pre-match efficiency from Hector Gannet.’
What do you believe of this?
Director of Growth Marketing at Newcastle United, Natalie Raine: “The Blaydon Races is even more than a tune; it belongs to the material of Newcastle and a shared routine passed in between generations of fans. From the beginning, this has actually had to do with securing that custom while developing a recording deserving of its location at the club. Fans have actually assisted form the procedure, and we desired the brand-new variation to remain real to the tune’s roots, enhance the matchday experience and offer fans something they can continue to make their own for generations to come.”
Newcastle United including: ‘The task forms part of the club’s larger dedication to commemorating the customs, signs and stories that specify Newcastle United. Following the current launch of the progressed club crest, a brand-new recording of The Blaydon Races represents another collective effort concentrated on honouring the club’s heritage while guaranteeing it stays pertinent for future generations.’
Chief Marketing Officer at Newcastle United Steven Taylor: “The crest and The Blaydon Races are 2 of the most effective expressions of what Newcastle United indicates to our fans. They bring our history, our culture and the feelings that link generations of advocates to this club and this city. Following this month’s crest launch, this is another chance to commemorate the heritage and customs that make Newcastle United special. Our aspiration is to bring these stories to life in manner ins which feel genuine, deepen the connection with those who have actually supported the club for generations, and present the spirit and culture of Newcastle United to brand-new audiences in the house and all over the world.”
This is The Blaydon Races.
Today we are happy to formally launch a brand-new recording of our city’s renowned anthem– uniting advocates, regional artists and local music professionals to make sure the treasured tune continues to join future generations of fans.
Enjoy the complete video on our YouTube channel now, and listen to the track on all significant music streaming platforms.
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— Newcastle United (@NUFC) October 14, 2026
Aaron Duff, frontman of Hector Gannet frontman: “Blaydon Races comes from the area, to everyone that has actually sung it with enthusiasm and love for their home, their group, their household. It’s part of our identity; our past, present and future. We have a responsibility to commemorate our heritage, to maintain it, to pay it forward and make sure that those words are sung with pride for generations to come. It’s a tune that all of us have a connection to, it takes us to a time and a location, distinct to our own lives. Throughout taping I put whatever into it, I was thinking of my boy, my Mam and Dad and all the friends and family in the house, and all those we’ve lost along the method too, I can nearly hear their voices, like they’re with us when we sing this.”
Josh Daniel, Chief Commercial Officer at Generator and Head of Label at Interval Records, included: “Music has the power to hold memories, identity and a local color, and couple of tunes imply as much to this area as The Blaydon Races. This was never ever about transforming it, it had to do with producing something that might feel effective in St. James’ Park today, and for several years to come, while remaining real to the tune fans have actually liked for generations. The recording feels brand name brand-new however so familiar, which is precisely what we intended to attain. It’s much more unique to have actually produced the record with an artist, manufacturer and artists from Newcastle, along with the fans whose input was vital in forming it throughout. Its DNA is this area, from end to end, and it’s been a real opportunity for us to play a part in something that indicates a lot to numerous.”
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