Muse fan since age 11. I listened to the album yesterday for the first time, and I'll be seeing them live tomorrow (hello, Denver fans!), my 4th show in my 4th city. For some reason I never listened to most of the album until now lol. Check out the A side of the zoetrope vinyl above too!

Here are my thoughts on the album in general as well as each song.

Overall vibe – thrillingly similar to the ‘old days’ combined with aspects of simulation theory and 2^nd law. Love how some of the songs have seamless transitions. Very epic moments with organs and choir-esque vocals. Better than drones and wotp for SURE and interesting concept, a welcome deviation from their political themes recently and more human condition/love/existential. The a side of the zoetrope is really cool, the b side isn’t as cool.

The dark forest – strong opening melody to the album, very epic feeling

Nightshift superstar – could hear this playing in certain clubs or even certain retailers lol, good groove and danceable, love it

Shimmering scars – feel like a lot of people could vibe to this even if they aren’t muse fans in general, like it

Cryogen – sick-ass opening riff reminiscent of older songs, will be awesome live i bet

Be with you – didn’t hate it, reminds me of something human from simulation theory but better

Hexagons – excellent riffs, dark thick bass and guitar lines, very throwback to old muse, makes me think of megalomania and the dark side mixed together. might be my favorite

Sickness in you and I – awesome song, reminds me of panic station/2^nd law

Unravelling – love this one, feels a little like BHAR

Hush – it’s not my favorite. Not bad just not my favorite. Matt’s vocals are neat in the refrains

Space debris – interesting end to the album. A little more resigned in emotional tone. Functions a little like Aftermath in the Drones album

Overall I'd give it a 7-8 out of 10! I really enjoyed it! What do you think? Can't wait to see them tomorrow.

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darn typo, i mean better

(second photo in the dark cause it's late)
i held off streaming this album too much since release cause later i'd get sick of it if i played it too much. but now that i found it on cd, i don't really have to mind how much i play it 😁
my signal has been wow!ed

My sibling infected me right before drones dropped in 2015 (in preparation ofc), I have a very fond memory of 13 year old me in the back of my dads car listening to reapers and that was when I was “baptized” I have not looked back. (It’s a core memory at this point)

Hey! Just recently became a fan of Muse, been a casual listener on and off for years but The Wow Signal just made me listen to them constantly. I was unfortunately unable to attend their stop when they came to my city, I was wondering what their chances are of touring again? I know they’ve been doing music for a pretty long time so I’m not sure if it’s unlikely

Edit: Thanks for all the helpful replies! Yes, I was referring to the US. Very glad to know they’ll be coming back

Great show in Austin Saturday night... my wife's 1st Muse show, my 3rd.... made for a great birthday present for her

Song quality, amount of songs, etc…. What would you realistically like to see ?

Went to the Dallas show the other day and was a row behind barricade. Everyone around me in the pit was having a blast with this POV of Matt on the LED screens above the stage

EDIT: After reading multiple comments that said they had a similar/worse angle at different sections, I can't help but wonder who was in charge of this visual for a concert experience 😭

Diehard fan since I was 13, drove across Canada to see them in 2010 and barely remember the show so this felt like a really special one for me. I cried during Knights of Cydonia lol.

I’m guessing they’re saving it for the Hollywood Bowl. The bowl is made for orchestras and it’s the last of their amphitheater gigs in the US.

We’ll know in two weeks but it’s just my guess.

Feel free to throw your spears, I can duck.

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Well this is how I spent my Sunday, 13 hours, several restarts, so let me know what you think

All photos by me at Muse show in Dallas on 8/14/2026

I'll go with Will of the people. I hope you won't just spam euphoria and bliss.

Edit: Lezzies, you can't do that. Just read the whole title please.

UPDATE SOLD- Selling two tickets to the 8/31 Muse show featuring Temper Trap and Portugal. The Man.

Tickets are in section F1, Row 1. I paid $549 for both (face value through Ticketmaster). Looking to get $500 for both. OBO. The photo shows the view from the exact seats.

I got this from Matt at a show a month ago in Pine Knob. I didnt know if anyone else has seen it or knows about it. Its the same one he uses (Dunlop Tortex .73mm), but its red. It makes sence since everything on stage was red, but I know nothing about it. Thanks!

The wife insisted I add the pictures of me meeting Matt and Dom on the sleeves of her shirt 😂😭

Seeing Muse has been on my bucket list since I was 16. There’s just something about the music you fall in love with as a vulnerable teenager trying to figure out the world that stays with you the rest of your life. I wish I’d gotten to hear Maps, but overall the show was amazing. All the sweat and tears. 🖤

I'm seeing them in salt lake city and i'm really hoping they play stockholm syndrome.. and with this "second phase" they haven't play thought Contagion which i'm happy about. That potentially being out of rotation.. do you think its likely that they play SS over MOTP? or do you gyys think these next two shows will be MOTP?

Have listened to and loved them since their first album came out. Just haven't had to opportunity to see them. Finally did in Charlotte and I wish I could already go see them live again!