Alex James’ Britpop Classical will embark on its first ever UK tour in 2026, including a show at TK Maxx presents Live at Llangollen Pavilion on Sunday June 28. Tickets go on general sale at midday Friday via this page on Ticketmaster.
The announcement follows a spectacular world premiere that closed this summer’s Big Feastival in front of more than 20,000 fans. The Blur bassist and Big Feastival founder has created a one-of-a-kind live experience that brings the biggest hits of the Britpop era to life with the epic scale of a full live orchestra, performing classic tunes from Blur, Oasis, Pulp, Supergrass and The Verve in a powerful symphonic format.
The show features a live band and guest vocalists performing alongside the London Concert Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra. Joining James on stage will be an all-star guest line-up including Phil Daniels, Saffron of Republica, and Gary Stringer of Reef, with more names to be announced soon.
Alex James said: “Somehow all of these songs mean more to people now than they did when they were first released. They really resonate with my kids’ generation too. Bringing them back to life with a symphony orchestra, a kick ass band, some old friends and very special guests totally blew the roof off at Feastival and I absolutely cannot wait to get this show on the road.”
The show is produced by RG Live who have joined forces with Metropolis Music and Cuffe & Taylor to promote the UK tour. Britpop Classical transforms familiar anthems into something fresh, ambitious and emotionally resonant, offering an unforgettable night for both original fans and new generations alike.
Alex James’ Britpop Classical joins Tom Grennan, Billy Ocean, Pete Tong’s Ibiza Classics and David Gray among the first headline announcements for TK Maxx presents Live at Llangollen Pavilion 2026, which is presented as part of an ongoing partnership with the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod and Live Nation promoters Cuffe and Taylor.
Artistic Director of the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod, Dave Danford said: “Llangollen has always been a place where music brings people together in spectacular ways, and Alex James is bringing something truly special to our stage. Britpop Classical is a huge celebration of the anthems that defined a generation, reimagined with the power and drama of a full orchestra. With iconic hits, singalongs, and that unmistakable Llangollen atmosphere, it’s set to be a night to remember.”
Tickets go on general sale at midday Friday via this page on Ticketmaster.
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