Biography: Crystal Castles formed in 2005 in Toronto, bringing together electronic and punk-infused energy. The original duo, Ethan Kath and Alice Glass, released a self-titled debut in 2008 followed by Crystal Castles (II) in 2010 and Crystal Castles (III) in 2012. Their sound spans electro-punk, electroclash, synth-pop, and witch house, characterized by frenetic beats, icy melodies, and cryptic vocal style. In 2014, Alice Glass departed the project, and Edith Frances joined as vocalist in 2015. The band faced legal and personal challenges, leading to major tour cancellations in 2017.
Discography Highlights: Crystal Castles (2008) — a breakthrough in raw electronic aggression; Crystal Castles II (2010) — Polaris Prize longlist contending work; Crystal Castles III (2012) — continued experimental synth routes; Amnesty (I) (2016) — introspective, mature textures. The project has earned critical recognition, including the Shockwaves NME Awards 2011 John Peel Award for Innovation. Social and media activity has been limited since 2017, with official site crystalcastles.com and occasional material premieres via their channels.
Upcoming Tours: As of February 2026, there are no confirmed Crystal Castles tour dates for 2025. The act has been largely inactive since 2017, with no official reformation announced. For the latest, follow official channels and trusted music news outlets. We’ll keep you updated with verified information as it becomes available.
Where to follow: Official site — crystalcastles.com, Instagram — instagram.com/crystalcastles. For official announcements, rely on these channels for the most current news.