Following Richard Ashcroft’s performance in the BBC Radio 2 Piano Room, host Vernon Kay revealed that Robbie Williams will be the next artist to feature. Williams is set to perform on Thursday, August 21st, from the legendary Maida Vale studios, accompanied by the BBC Concert Orchestra. The set will include one of his classic hits, a brand-new track from his upcoming album Britpop, and a cover of another artist’s song. Kay, whose show reaches 6.7 million weekly listeners, will also sit down with Williams to discuss his enduring career and personal life.
Robbie Williams expressed his anticipation, stating, "It's always an honour to perform for Radio 2, so I can't wait to sing a few songs, including a cover that I love, in the Piano Room alongside the world famous BBC Concert Orchestra at the legendary Maida Vale studios.”
A recent Piano Room session saw Richard Ashcroft, currently supporting Oasis on their "Oasis Live ’25" tour, perform "Sonnet," "Lover," and a cover of Dennis Wilson's "Lady." Ashcroft, accompanied by the BBC Concert Orchestra and conducted by Cliff Masterson, also discussed his new album, due in September, and the shared history between Oasis and The Verve.
Ashcroft reflected on his relationship with Oasis, stating, “our stories are bonded whether we like it or not.” He added that the current Oasis reunion is a "vindication for them that everything they did, it wasn't just some mirage... their stuff has lasted." He drew a parallel to the Rolling Stones, noting Oasis's ability to attract cross-generational audiences. Ashcroft concluded, "I don't normally like the warm-up slot, but this one's a piece of cake for me."
Richard Ashcroft’s Piano Room performance is now available on BBC Sounds and BBC iPlayer.
