Legendary British band James are gearing up for their most ambitious year yet, announcing two exclusive, intimate warm-up shows ahead of their massive 2026 arena tour, tickets available below. The band will take to the stage at the Bristol O2 Academy on Saturday, March 28, followed by the Bournemouth O2 Academy on Tuesday, March 31. These smaller-scale performances offer fans a rare chance to see the group up close before they transition to the UK’s largest venues.
Tickets for these newly announced March warm-up shows are set to go on sale at 9:30 AM on February 20. Demand is expected to be incredibly high given the limited capacity of these venues compared to the scale of the subsequent arena run.
Following these dates, the "Love Is The Answer" tour officially kicks off in April, marking the band’s biggest arena tour to date. The run includes stops at the Birmingham Utilita Arena (April 3), Leeds First Direct Bank Arena (April 4), Aberdeen P&J Live (April 7), and Glasgow OVO Hydro (April 8). The tour continues through Newcastle, Liverpool, Cardiff, and Nottingham, before a massive night at London’s The O2 on April 17. The journey culminates in a triumphant homecoming at the 20,000-capacity Co-op Live in Manchester on April 18.
Tickets for all April arena dates are already on sale below. Fans attending the April shows will also be treated to performances by very special guests, Doves.
The tour coincides with the release of Nothing But Love (The Definitive Best Of), a career-spanning collection that features fan favorites alongside two brand-new tracks, "Wake Up Superman" and "Hallelujah Anyhow." These new additions were produced by Leo Abrahams, continuing the creative momentum from their 2024 number-one album, Yummy.
With a setlist promising a mix of legendary hits and fresh material, James continues to solidify their status as one of the UK’s most enduring and vital live acts. Fans are encouraged to visit the band’s official website to secure their spots for what promises to be a historic month of music.
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