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Westlife mark 25 years with new single and album

Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan and Shane Filan of Westlife
Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan and Shane Filan of Westlife

Westlife have released a new single, Chariot, and confirmed that a new album will follow next year to mark the band's 25th anniversary.

Chariot was written by Ed Sheeran, Johnny McDaid and Will Reynolds, and co-written and produced by long-time collaborator Steve Mac. The group describe it as a "powerful, life-affirming anthem" celebrating love, family and the moments that matter most.

Their forthcoming album 25 - The Ultimate Collection will be released on 13 February 2026, featuring 21 tracks including new recordings and fan favourites.

The release coincides with Westlife 25: The Anniversary World Tour, which will see the group perform across the UK and Europe next year, including a major run of shows at Dublin's 3Arena and Belfast’s SSE Arena.

Westlife - Shane Filan, Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan and Mark Feehily - have sold more than 55 million records worldwide and achieved 16 Irish and 14 UK No. 1 singles since forming in 1998.

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