DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS YEAR’S HOTTEST LIVE events
LORDE
The O2, London
New Zealand singer and songwriter Lorde has announced a 2025 world tour named ‘Ultrasound’ across arenas in North America, Europe and the UK, in support of her forthcoming album Virgin, out June 27. The extensive tour will begin in North America in Austin, Texas on September 17. The European leg will begin in Luxembourg a few weeks later, on November 9, followed by Paris on November 10 and the first UK date in Manchester on November 15.
HOT MILK
Roundhouse, London
Manchester-based outfit Hot Milk have unveiled their biggest UK headline tour to date, set to take place in Autumn 2025. Fresh off their headline slot on the Slam Dunk Kerrang! stage and a successful full US tour, the band will hit the road with support from rock singer-songwriter Cassyette and nu-metal trio Silly Goose.
STRAY FROM THE PATH
O2 Forum Kentish Town, London
American hardcore punk band STRAY FROM THE PATH - Drew Dijorio (vocals), Tom Williams (guitar), Anthony Altamura (bass) and Craig Reynolds (drums) - have announced details of their final UK & European headline shows. The outfit will perform in 6 different UK cities this fall, including London’s O2 Forum Kentish Town on 23 November. Alpha Wolf, Graphic Nature and Calva Louise have also been announced as support.
COLDRAIN
Electric Ballroom, London
Japanese rock heavyweights coldrain will then return to Europe for a 17-date headline tour across the UK and continent, hitting cities such as London, Paris, Amsterdam, Prague, Berlin, and Warsaw. As part of the broader OPTIMIZE campaign, the tour is expected to feature live debuts of tracks from the forthcoming EP, giving fans a first taste of what’s next from one of Japan’s most commanding rock exports.
DELILAH BON
O2 Academy Islington, London
On Sunday, 23 November 2025, Delilah Bon - also known as a fiercely outspoken voice in alternative music - will headline at London’s O2 Academy Islington (doors open at 19:00 GMT) as part of her Princeless Princess 2025 Tour. Known for her “brat punk” style - a potent fusion of hip-hop, nu-metal riffs, riot grrrl spirit, and unapologetic feminist ferocity - Delilah ignites every venue with raw passion and defiant messages of independence, inclusivity, and empowerment.
DODIE
Roundhouse, London
Singer-songwriter dodie will grace the stage at London’s storied Roundhouse on Monday, 24 November 2025, marking her return to solo performances after a few years away. The evening’s doors open at 7 pm, and there's a curfew at 11 pm, setting the frame for a deeply personal, cathartic set that promises both new material - like her raw and reflective single I’M FINE! - and beloved fan favorites from her acclaimed album Build a Problem.
ENGLISH TEACHER
Roundhouse, London
Leeds-based indie-rock quartet English Teacher are bringing their Mercury Prize‑winning album This Could Be Texas to London’s Roundhouse this November. After selling out the initial date on 26 November 2025, the band added a second headline show for 25 November due to overwhelming demand.
HALESTORM
The O2, London
American rock band Halestorm have announced a brand new album Everest, their sixth studio record set for release on August 8 via Atlantic Records. The lead single ‘Darkness Always Wins’ was unveiled on April 22nd. Vocalist Lzzy Hale has described the record as ‘‘a story of our journey as a band, full of beautiful endings and new beginnings.’’
The band, already scheduled to support Iron Maiden across stadiums this summer, has also announced a world tour for 2025, ‘The nEVEREST Tour’ with five UK arena scheduled in November 2025, including Cardiff, Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester and London at The O2 on November 26, with supports from Bloodywood and Kelsy Karter & The Heroines.
BAD OMENS
Alexandra Palace, London
Bad Omens have announced their long-awaited return to the UK, marking their first shows on these shores in almost two years. The announcement arrives hot on the heels of their comeback single ‘Specter’, which stormed past 1 million Spotify streams on its release day.
HARPY
Oslo, London
Alt-pop rising star Harpy has announced her debut EP VII, out 7 November 2025. Fresh off her iconic debut at Download Festival last weekend, the singer will also be performing her largest headline show to date, set for Monday 1st December 2025 at Oslo, London, giving fans a chance to hear her the EP in full on the evening.
WOLF ALICE
The O2, London
British alt‑rock powerhouse Wolf Alice are gearing up for two headline shows at London’s iconic The O2 Arena on Tuesday 2 and Wednesday 3 December 2025, in support of their eagerly awaited fourth studio album The Clearing, due for release on 29 August. Celebrated for their genre-blending sound - ranging from grunge-tinged indie to dream-pop and shoegaze - Wolf Alice emerged in 2013 and have steadily risen from Mercury Prize-nominated newcomers to Brit Award-winning trailblazers, thanks to standout records like Blue Weekend and Visions of a Life. Their upcoming O2 shows promise to be electrifying, delivering rich, emotive performances and vividly dynamic energy suited to one of the world’s premier live music arenas.
DON BROCO
OVO Arena Wembley, London
Get ready for an electrifying night as Don Broco takes the stage at OVO Arena Wembley on Friday, 5 December 2025! This headline concert, marking the band’s biggest UK arena show to date, promises a high-voltage mix of rock, metal, pop, and electronic fusion from the Bedford four-piece - Rob Damiani, Matt Donnelly, Simon Delaney, and Tom Doyle. Supported by State Champs, Yonaka, and Magnolia Park, this show is stacked with energy, featuring fast-paced performances and genre-blending anthems.
NOTHING MORE
O2 Forum Kentish Town, London
On Friday, 5 December 2025, the Grammy‑nominated, boundary‑pushing rock outfit Nothing More - Jonny Hawkins (vocals), Mark Vollelunga (guitar), Daniel Oliver (bass), and Ben Anderson (drums) - will headline a show at the storied O2 Forum Kentish Town as part of their Carnal Nature World Tour. Backed by support from Catch Your Breath, Solence, and Ankor, the band will bring the intense, raw passion and soaring melodies of 2024’s Carnal - a record praised for balancing experimental soundscapes with relentless emotional immediacy.
LANDMVRKS
Roundhouse, London
LANDMVRKS, the French metalcore force known for their emotionally intense songwriting, ferocious breakdowns, and striking electronic undertones, will be capturing the stage at London’s iconic Roundhouse on Sunday, 7 December 2025, as part of their headline European tour behind The Darkest Place I’ve Ever Been. The lineup is stacked with top-tier support from Underoath, Pain of Truth, and Split Chain, promising a night of unrelenting energy and dynamic contrast.
OF MICE AND MEN
Electric Ballroom, London
On Thursday, 11 December 2025, Southern California metalcore powerhouse Of Mice & Men will take to the stage at the legendary Electric Ballroom in Camden with support from GHØSTKID and Gore. Fans will be able to immerse themselves in a night charged with their signature blend of intense riffs, emotionally honest lyrics, and anthemic catharsis - perfectly aligned with their recent single ‘Another Miracle.’
ICE NINE KILLS
OVO Arena Wembley, London
On Friday, 12 December 2025, horror‑themed metalcore maestros Ice Nine Kills will unleash their signature theatrical mayhem at London’s iconic OVO Arena Wembley, marking the pinnacle of their UK and Europe “A Work of Art” tour. Supported by Creeper and The Devil Wears Prada, the Boston-based band - renowned for their immersive stagecraft weaving cinematic horror references, elaborate visuals, and chilling hooks - promises an unforgettable spectacle.
THREE DAYS GRACE
O2 Academy Brixton, London
On 13 December 2025, multi‑platinum Canadian rockers Three Days Grace are slated to take the stage at London’s O2 Academy Brixton. This leg of their autumn 2025 European tour promises a powerful performance, with support from the edgy American rock outfit Badflower.
THE OFFSPRING
The O2, London
Following the release of their eagerly awaited new album SUPERCHARGED, US punk icons The Offspring have announced their return to the UK with a headline tour in November 2025, including a major show at The O2 in London on Friday, 14 November. This marks their first UK headline tour since 2021 and their first return to British stages since headlining Slam Dunk Festival in 2023.
ELECTRIC CALLBOY
Alexandra Palace, London
Electric Callboy, the German electronicore party-makers known for blending crushing riffs with dance‑ready beats and tongue‑in‑cheek showmanship, are set to turn Alexandra Palace into one of their wildest party zones yet. Their November 11, 2025 headline performance at the 10,000‑capacity London venue - part of a massive Europe‑spanning tour- is their biggest UK show to date.
THE PLOT IN YOU
O2 Forum Kentish Town, London
On Thursday, 6 November 2025, American metalcore powerhouse The Plot in You will headline the O2 Forum Kentish Town in London, delivering a raw, emotionally charged onslaught as part of a major package supported by Currents, Saosin, and Cane Hill.
DEFENCES
Downstairs at The Dome, London
Herts‑based alternative metal quintet Defences are set to headline Downstairs at The Dome in Tufnell Park, London on Friday 5 December 2025. Known for their dynamic blend of electronic and stadium‑rock influences, soaring sing‑along choruses, and “deliciously androgynous” vocals, the band has gained recognition for promoting themes of positivity, self‑acceptance, and personal growth in their sound.
TURNSTILE
Alexandra Palace, London
Turnstile - the genre-defying hardcore punk heroes from Baltimore - are set to storm London’s legendary Alexandra Palace on 5 November 2025 as part of their Never Enough UK and European headline tour, a high-octane follow-up to their acclaimed performance at Glastonbury 2025. Fans can expect a night bursting with their signature fusion of punk, funk, alt‑rock, and psychedelia, delivered with exhilarating intensity and crowd-crushing energy.
SOFTCULT
The Dome, London
Twins Phoenix and Mercedes Arn‑Horn, known collectively as Softcult, will bring their distinctive blend of DIY‑driven grunge, dreamy shoegaze, and riot grrrl–infused ethos to The Dome in Tufnell Park on 2 December 2025. The show marks the culmination of their UK headline tour behind their evocative Heaven EP, released in May 2024.
LOYLE CARNER
O2 Academy Brixton, London
Loyle Carner - South London’s deeply introspective hip-hop wordsmith - will be filling the iconic O2 Academy Brixton for four consecutive sold‑out shows from Sunday 2 November to Wednesday 5 November 2025. These gigs form part of his UK tour in support of his latest album, Hopefully!, a warmly reflective and life-affirming record that delves into themes of fatherhood, childhood, and personal growth.
AS DECEMBER FALLS
Electric Ballroom, London
Nottingham based alternative rock band As December Falls have announced a UK & Europe headline tour, ‘‘Everything’s On Fire But We’re On Tour’’ for this upcoming fall, their biggest to date. The band will perform across a total of 19 cities, including 6 in the United Kingdom.
NEWDAD
O2 Forum Kentish Town, London
On Tuesday, 28 October 2025, Galway’s rising alt‑rock sensation NewDad will headline a major London show at the O2 Forum Kentish Town. Celebrating their ascent from debut album Madra to the Safe EP - and previewing music from their upcoming second album - the performance is set to spotlight the band's evolving sound, blending atmospheric shoegaze with gritty indie rock. This gig marks a pivotal moment in their 2025 UK tour, encapsulating NewDad’s growth and the confident energy of their live shows.
HAIM
The O2, London
American sisters HAIM have just announced a US/UK tour, including 6 dates across arenas in the UK for October 2025, following the release of their 4th studio album I Quit, out June 20, 2025 via Columbia Records. The band will kick off the tour in the United Kingdom in Nottingham, followed by Cardiff, Brighton, London, Manchester before ending their run in Glasgow. They are also set to perform at Dreamland, Margate on June 27, two years after their last UK headline show at All Point East in August 2023.
PALE WAVES
CHALK, Brighton
English rock band Pale Waves have just announced the ‘Still Smitten’ tour, taking place in October this year. The band is set to hit 13 cities across the country this fall, kicking off in Sunderland, England on 13 October and ending in Cork, Republic of Ireland on 30 October.
NOVA TWINS
O2 Forum Kentish Town, London
Dynamic UK rock duo Nova Twins have announced their 'Parasites & Butterflies' EU/UK Tour for 2025, promoting the release of their third studio album, Parasites & Butterflies, set to launch in August 2025.
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE
OVO Arena Wembley, London
Killswitch Engage will ignite OVO Arena Wembley, London, with a headline performance on Friday, 17 October 2025. This evening marks a major milestone in their 25-year journey, showcasing the raw energy and precision that helped define modern metalcore.
KATY PERRY
The O2, London
Global pop icon Katy Perry has announced her long-awaited return to the UK with The Lifetimes Tour, arriving at The O2 in October 2025.
Marking her first UK tour in over seven years, The Lifetimes Tour promises a dazzling, career-spanning spectacle, packed with all the chart-topping hits from her multi-million-selling albums.
PATTI SMITH
The London Palladium, London
Patti Smith is commemorating the 50th anniversary of her groundbreaking debut album, Horses, with a special duo of performances at the London Palladium on 12 and 13 October 2025. For the first time in about two decades, Smith and her band - featuring original Patti Smith Group members Lenny Kaye (guitar) and Jay Dee Daugherty (drums), alongside longtime collaborator Tony Shanahan (bass/keyboards) and her son Jackson Smith (guitar) - will perform the iconic album in its entirety.
ARCHITECTS
The O2, London
British metal band Architects will be embarking on aan extensive UK and European arena tour for 2025, promoting their latest album, The Sky, The Earth & All Between, released on February 28, 2025. Supporting acts for this tour are Wage War and House Of Protection.
THE KOOKS
The O2, London
Brighton indie icons The Kooks are set to headline their largest-ever London show at The O2 Arena on Saturday, 11 October 2025, as part of their Never/Know Tour - marking a milestone moment in the band's career. The tour supports their upcoming seventh studio album, Never/Know, due for release on 9 May 2025, and comes on the heels of their upbeat new single, ‘Sunny Baby’.
TOCSTOCK '25
Also Known As, Banbury, Oxfordshire
Be part of an unmissable night of savage riffs, brutal breakdowns, and serious noise - all in support of mental health in the music community. All donations go directly to Music Minds Matter, helping musicians and industry workers access the support they need, whenever they need it.
DEAF HAVANA
KOKO, London
Deaf Havana will headline London’s iconic KOKO on Friday 10 October 2025 in celebration of their forthcoming seventh album We’re Never Getting Out. The show marks a major return for the Norfolk alt-rock band, led by brothers James and Matthew Veck-Gilodi, and follows a wave of renewed momentum. Taking place at the recently restored Camden venue, the gig promises an intimate yet high-energy night.
SELF ESTEEM
O2 Academy Brixton, London
Self Esteem (Rebecca Lucy Taylor) will bring her A Complicated Woman Tour to O2 Academy Brixton for three headline shows in October 2025. These performances mark the biggest tour of her career so far.
MCFLY
The O2, London
McFly have announced two very special shows at The O2 on Wednesday 9 and Thursday 10 October 2024 to celebrate the band’s 21st anniversary.
ETHEL CAIN
Eventim Apollo, London
Ethel Cain’s highly anticipated second album, Willoughby Tucker, I Will Always Love You, is set for release in August 2025. To mark the occasion, Cain has announced the expansive Willoughby Tucker Forever tour, which will take her across Europe and North America.
Launching in August, the tour will be her largest to date, with headline shows at iconic venues including London’s Eventim Apollo, L’Olympia in Paris, and Radio City Music Hall in New York City, among many others.
PARKWAY DRIVE
OVO Arena Wembley, London
Parkway Drive will bring the intensity with special guests Thy Art Is Murder and The Amity Affliction to the OVO Arena Wembley, as part of their “20-Year Anniversary European Arena Tour”, celebrating two decades of their pioneering presence in heavy music.
ATREYU
O2 Forum Kentish Town, London
Atreyu will be celebrating the 20+1 Years Anniversary of their landmark 2004 album The Curse at the O2 Forum Kentish Town in London on 3 October. The band will perform The Curse album in full, alongside fan-favourite tracks from their discography. They’ll be supported by Eighteen Visions (playing Obsession in full) and Zero 9:36.
CMAT
O2 Academy Brixton, London
CMAT is set to perform at O2 Academy Brixton in London on Thursday, 2 October 2025. This show is part of her "It’s the Euro‑Country Tour!", supporting her third studio album Euro‑Country. Expect theatrical, country-pop performances with storytelling rooted in modern nostalgia and candid emotional commentary.
LADY GAGA
The O2, London
Lady Gaga has announced ‘‘The Mayhem Ball’’, an expansive world tour spanning 16 cities across North America and Europe later this year, marking a highly anticipated return to the live stage. The tour is set to commence with two performances on July 16 and 18 at Las Vegas, following her headlining set at Coachella this spring.
According to reports, Lady Gaga's "The Mayhem Ball" tour, supporting her new album Mayhem, is planned to be a large-scale arena tour rather than stadium tourl, following in the footsteps of her past tours like "The Born This Way Ball" and "The Joanne World Tour", aiming to provide fans with a more intimate and theatrical experience.
WARGASM
Here at Outernet, London
As well as recently being announced as support for Electric Callboy on their UK / EU arena tour alongside Bury Tomorrow, WARGASM have just announced an exclusive and ‘Phone Free’ UK headline show at the immersive Outernet in London on 28 September, bringing along special guests Tropic Gold and Filthy Pig.
FLO
O2 Academy Brixton, London
FLO will perform at O2 Academy Brixton, London, on Sunday 28 September 2025. This performance forms part of their rescheduled ‘Access All Areas Tour’, in support of their debut album of the same name. Originally planned for March, the London show was rescheduled to September.
ONEREPUBLIC
The O2, London
GRAMMY-nominated band OneRepublic have confirmed that their upcoming ‘Escape to Europe’ Tour will arrive at The O2 on Friday 26 September 2025. They’ll be joined by special guest Ella Henderson, whose UK Number 1 debut single ‘Ghost’ was co-written by OneRepublic frontman Ryan Tedder.
PIERCE THE VEIL
OVO Arena Wembley, London
In 2025, Pierce The Veil will take center stage with their highly anticipated “I Can’t Hear You Tour” - a massive global headline run spanning 46 dates across North America, Europe, and Latin America, marking a bold new chapter in the band’s evolution.