PRESS: The Indie Masterplan Review The Enemy Social Disguises Album

 

The Enemy Social Disguises album has been awarded four and a half stars out of five on The Indie Masterplan website. Marc Whiffen wrote, "There’s always pressure when a band with a legacy steps back into the ring but ‘Social Disguises‘ doesn’t sound like a group trading on nostalgia, it sounds like unfinished business from The Enemy."

The review concluded by saying, "‘Social Disguises‘ isn’t just a comeback record, it has all the bones of what feels like a lost follow-up to ‘We’ll Live and Die in These Towns‘ but with all the soul of the progression they’ve been through in the 19 years since."

Read the full review: The Indie Masterplan

PICTURES: The Enemy In The Studio

The Enemy shared four pictures from their time in the studio, including the 'Super Happy' photo of Tom Clarke!

*Pic credit: The Enemy

 

PRESS: At The Barrier Reviews The Enemy Social Disguises Album

It is always a pleasure to read proper reviews by people who know what they are talking about and John Martinson from At The Barrier is one of those people!

The Enemy might be below some big wig radars, but Social Disguises is certainly pleasing Indie music lovers.

"this is the album that doesn’t just start a new chapter but could write their legacy, if you give it the time and space it deserves."

"Social Disguises doesn’t mimic their earlier work but masters the efforts. These are solid, strong 11 tracks with little-to-no filler. In a scene craving authenticity, The Enemy have delivered reckoning over nostalgia."

Read the full review: At The Barrier

 

Did You Know?

 

The Enemy currently have over 194,600,000+ streams on Spotify and over a quarter of a million monthly listeners and over 153.7K followers!

You will be able to stream the new album Social Disguises and all your favourite tunes from The Enemy on Spotify.

Spotify: The Enemy

PRESS: Newspaper Reviews The Enemy Social Disguises Album

 

The mainstream press were busy over the past few days delivering their verdict on The Enemy's Social Disguises album, and we are pleased to read the new tunes have been warmly received. 

*PICS: The Enemy

PRESS: Northern Chorus Interview With Tom Clarke

 

Northern Chorus interviewed The Enemy's Tom Clarke as the new album Social Disguises was released. The interview highlights how "Tom reflects on creative freedom, his late autism diagnosis, the band’s evolving sound, and the enduring power of community – from football terraces to local music venues".

Find out what Tom had to say about performing the new tunes live, Coventry's music scene and why Social Disguises is very personal.

Visit Northern Chorus for the full interview.

PRESS: LOADED: Album of the Week - Social Disguises

Loaded magazine not only had The Enemy's Social Disguises as their Album of the Week, they also awarded it with a ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ review!

"Fans of their debut will likely find plenty to latch onto, while newcomers may hear a seasoned band rediscovering its purpose. 

Don’t let this album pass you by."

Read the full review: LOADED 

The Enemy lastfm Top 10 w/c 23/02/26

 

This week's lastfm Top 10 countdown features four new entries from The Enemy's brand new album released on Friday. 

Social Disguises is set to dominate the lastfm listener charts over the coming weeks, but can any of the tracks knock off the fan favourite from the #1 spot?

PRESS: Travellers Tunes Review The Enemy Social Disguises Album

 

The reviews are beginning to come in thick and fast and Traveller's Tunes have added The Enemy Social Disguises album to their list of reviews.

The review went on to say, "Social Disguises’ is a post-catharsis album. It embraces their past, both internally and the bands that inspired them and the peers they liked", giving The Enemy a glowing review as they return to form along the lines of the first album.

Read the full review:  Traveller's Tunes

PRESS: Full Pelt Music Review The Enemy Social Disguises Album

 

Full Pelt Music have listened to The Enemy's brand new album Social Disguises and given it a  4 star rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐. The review went on to say,

"The album flows nicely and does their return the justice it deserved.

Where many bands in this scenario would fail to deliver something of worth, The Enemy can be proud of what they have created."

Read the full review and check out Full Pelt Music for so much more!

https://fullpeltmusic.com/2026/02/the-enemy-social-disguises-album-review/

PRESS: Tinnitist Website Albums Of The Week - The Enemy Social Disguises

 

Any publicity is publicity, and while this is not so much of a review - more of a press release, it nevertheless directs readers to the new album by The Enemy Social Disguises.

Not sure why the album is quoted as the fourth album from the band, but you can read the article on the Tinnitist website.

https://tinnitist.com/2026/02/19/albums-of-the-week-the-enemy-social-disguises/

PRESS: Music News Monthly Reviews The Enemy Social Disguises Album

Reviews for The Enemy's brand new album Social Disguises are arriving in thick and fast. Music News Monthly reviewer David Weddle had some glowing words to say about the new tunes.

"You could play this album 30 years from now, and it would still be a cracking collection of tracks from a band that have really mastered their craft. It has real staying power, with any of the full length track fitting easily into any playlist."

"Social Disguises is a modern classic; it feels like a record that is packed full of energy and hidden gems."

Read the full review: Music News Monthly

 

The Enemy Social Disguises Test Pressing Collectable

 

The Enemy signed Social Disguises Test Pressing album has already become a hunt for record collectors after it sold out almost immediately. The 500 copies of the plain white signed vinyl was priced at £75 but has become a sought after music item.

 Featuring the signatures of Tom Clarke, Andy Hopkins and Liam Watts on the cover and numbered individually, The Enemy first new album in 10 year's has generated heaps of interest online and at a string of sell out special events to celebrate the launch. 

Blood Records have released 500 copies of Social Disguises, pressed to squad effect in mustard yellow, oxblood and orange. The Enemy album was also limited to 500 copies and hand-numbered. This version sold out quickly and is already fetching higher price on auction websites.

VIDEO: Tom Clarke Interview With CinemaChords

 

Tom Clarke gave a heartfelt interview with CinemaChords' Howard Gorman as he discussed The Enemy's brand new album Social Disguises. Tom opened up with Howard 

to break down that hugely prolific demo process, the discipline behind cutting it to the bare bones, the pressure of keeping pace with a culture that doesn’t slow down, and how the band took the frustration and regret running through Social Disguises and channelled it into tracks that surge with unbridled energy, honest to the core but without a hint of lament or languish.

This interview was emotional, and dug beneath the surface as Tom opened up to Howard about the pressures and processes of the music industry and the journey over the past 20 years. Arriving finally with The Enemy Social Disguises new album. 

Visit CinemaChords for more.

PRESS: CinemaChords Reviews The Enemy Social Disguises Album

 

Describing The Enemy 'Social Disguises' as "fuelled by frustration, fired up by experience", CinemaChords gave the new album 4/5 stars.

Howard Gorman's review said, "Social Disguises balances its reflective weight with drive, proving that a measure of frustration can be just as much a fuel for the song as melody or riff."

Read the full review: Album Review

Watch Howard's interview with Tom Clarke: Interview

Competition Time - The Enemy Giveaway!

To celebrate the launch of The Enemy new studio album Social Disguises, fans are in with a chance to win a merchandise giveaway.

The Enemy said, "We're gutted to not be able to be celebrating the release of our new album 'Social Disguises' as planned, but doesn't mean we can't do something fun from afar.We couldn't be more grateful for everybody who has bought a copy so far, and we want to give away a few merchandise bundles (worth over £75!) to say thank you."

To be in with a chance of winning, all you have to do is:

1. Share this Facebook post

2. Head to https://theenemy.os.fan/sd-competition to upload a screenshot/picture of either proof of your album purchase or proof of streaming.

The Enemy will be selecting the winners at random on Friday 27th February.

Good luck!

 

The Enemy Social Disguises -Out Now!

 

The Enemy new album Social Disguises is out now!

Perceived as the true follow up to We'll Live And Die In These Towns and critically well received, fans new and old can get to enjoy the tunes.

Physical CD/Vinyl/Cassette 

Spotify

Apple 

Amazon

Support the band by buying the Deluxe CD/Vinyl!

VIDEO: The Enemy - Not Going Your Way

The Enemy Cancel Coventry Event

 

The Enemy have been forced to cancel their sell out hometown event in Coventry (20/02/26) due to an ongoing family medical emergency.

A statement from The Enemy social media read:

"Some of you may be aware that one of the band is dealing with a significant family medical emergency, and that the Glasgow and Edinburgh signing events had to be cancelled. 

The situation remains ongoing and as a result, the Coventry signing event has also had to be cancelled. The band are supporting each other and thank you all for your understanding and support. 

The band are absolutely gutted, and can only apologise for the inconvenience caused.

A full refund will be issued within the next 24 hours for the Coventry event, including all bundle options on purchasing the album. If you would still like a physical copy of the album, please repurchase a new copy via theenemyband.co.uk "

Signed Social Disguises

 

The final preparations ahead of the brand new album by The Enemy are well underway. Tom Clarke, Andy Hopkins and Liam Watts have been signing copies Social Disguises ready for the release next Friday (20/02/26). The albums and CD's will be dispatched and arriving at the homes of fans around that date.

The lads have been busy rehearsing for the album launch events and are looking forward to meeting fans around the country. 

The Enemy Social Disguises album is available to order from the official website, including signed copies and various bundles. 

The Enemy Social Disguises Cassette

Last year cassette sales were up 53% (164,000 units) during 2025 in the UK as more music artists catered for the nostalgic tapes coming back into fashion. While they still have a long way to go in becoming as popular as vinyl (7.5m units) have become, more people are adding them to their collections.

The Enemy are giving fans the opportunity to add a cassette of Social Disguises to accompany the CD's and vinyls on offer from the official website. Priced at £7 (excluding postage and packaging) and even cheaper if combined with other pre-oder offers, The Enemy cassette may well become a valuable addition for collectors. The tape will not be available from many outlets, but fans can find it at Townsend Music.