Western Approaches, released in February 2024, is the fourth studio album by Liverpool sextet Red Rum Club. Drawing inspiration from their American tour experiences and deep-rooted Liverpool heritage, the album seamlessly blends cinematic Western motifs with the band's signature alternative rock sound.

The title pays homage to Liverpool's World War II naval command center, reflecting the band's connection to their hometown. The opening track features Morse code spelling out "Red Rum Club Western Approaches," setting a thematic tone for the album.

Tracks like "Afternoon," written in Austin, Texas, capture the band's transatlantic experiences, while "Hole in My Home" and "Undertaker" showcase their storytelling prowess and energetic instrumentation. The album is characterized by infectious hooks, humorous tongue-in-cheek lyrics, and sing-along earworms.

Critics have praised Western Approaches for its high-tempo energy and cinematic quality, noting its infectious hooks and humorous lyrics.

The album has been described as life-affirming and capable of filling listeners with unadulterated happiness.

With this release, Red Rum Club continues to captivate audiences, blending their Liverpool roots with broader musical influences to create a sound that is both nostalgic and refreshingly contemporary.

Tracklist:

Side A:
A1. Western Approaches
A2. Godless
A3. Black Cat
A4. Afternoon
A5. Undertaker
A6. Hole In My Home

Side B:
B7. Last Minute
B8. Houdini
B9. Daisy
B10. Alive
B11. Jigsaw Shores