# Enter Shikari drop hopeful new single

> Enter Shikari release 'Higher Ground' as they prepare for indefinite hiatus.
- Title: Enter Shikari drop hopeful new single · NME | Shortify
- Summary: Enter Shikari release 'Higher Ground' as they prepare for indefinite hiatus. Enter Shikari released 'Higher Ground' to signal optimism ahead of their 2027…
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- Source: NME — https://nme.com/news/music/listen-to-enter-shikaris-hopeful-surprise-new-single-higher-ground-3972401
- Published: 2026-10-07T08:36:57+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
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## New single release
Enter Shikari dropped the optimistic new single 'Higher Ground' just days after announcing an upcoming hiatus.

> I got to get to higher ground/ to spread the love around/ I’ve got to stop this heart attack/ and take the future back
## Album context
The song was written around the same time as 'Lose Your Self' and finished over the summer.
## Song meaning
Reynolds said the track captures taking a step back from personal problems to foster understanding and optimism.
## Hiatus plans
Enter Shikari confirmed plans to go on an indefinite hiatus at the end of 2027.
## Reason for break
Reynolds cited burnout, OCD and nervous system sensitisation as reasons for the band's lack of activity in 2026.
## Upcoming shows
They will play intimate warm-up shows this month before their biggest UK and European tour in November.
## Key takeaway

Enter Shikari released 'Higher Ground' to signal optimism ahead of their 2027 hiatus.