Power of Dreams Return in Fine Form with New Single Somebody Somewhere

By Chris Kennedy | Published 12th Nov, 2026

One of Ireland's standout indie rock bands of the early 1990s, Power of Dreams made their mark with their acclaimed 1990 debut album, Immigrants, Emigrants and Me. After four studio albums, the band split in 1995, eventually reuniting in 2009 before making a long-awaited return to the Irish stage with their original lineup at Forest Fest in July 2026.

Now they're back with Somebody Somewhere, a cracking new single that shows there's still plenty of life in the band. Despite their roots stretching back almost four decades, this is a track that sounds remarkably fresh, sitting comfortably alongside today's indie rock releases without losing that familiar Power of Dreams charm.

Soaring Guitars and Infectious Melodies

Somebody Somewhere is an upbeat indie rocker driven by punchy rhythms, soaring guitars and an infectious melody that quickly gets under your skin. There's a real energy running through the track, with Craig Walker's distinctive vocals tying everything together. It's classic Power of Dreams, but with a freshness that makes it feel anything but dated.

Behind the uplifting sound, there's a more reflective story about lost relationships, growing older and looking back on the past with a little more understanding. Walker revisits the spirit of earlier favourites like 100 Ways to Kill a Love and Stay, although this time there's less bitterness and more affection for the people and moments left behind.

A New Chapter for Power of Dreams

Recorded across Dublin, Florida and Arizona, Somebody Somewhere marks an exciting new chapter for the original four-piece. With the band set to resume work on their sixth studio album in London this November, ahead of a planned 2027 release, there's plenty more to look forward to.

Final Verdict

Somebody Somewhere is a cracking return from Power of Dreams, bringing together everything that made them such an important part of Ireland's indie rock scene in the first place. It's energetic, melodic and full of character, with just enough nostalgia to remind us where they've come from without letting it take over.

More importantly, it sounds like a band enjoying making music together again. For longtime fans, it's a welcome reminder of just how good Power of Dreams can be. For anyone discovering them for the first time, this is as good a place as any to start. Roll on the new album.

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