Posted: Tue 17th Dec 2024

The K’s and rising star Tom A. Smith announced as James support acts for Llangollen gig!

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This article is old - Published: Tuesday, Dec 17th, 2024

Rising indie rock sensations The K’s and singer-songwriter Tom A. Smith will support legendary band James when they head to North Wales next summer.

Known for their high-energy performances and anthemic tracks, both The K’s and Tom A. Smith will support James as they headline Live at Llangollen Pavilion on Sunday June 29.

2024 has been a breakthrough year for The K’s – comprised of Jamie Boyle (vocals and guitar), Ryan Breslin (guitar and keyboard), Dexter Baker (bass) and Nathan Peers (drums).

Their debut album I Wonder If The World Knows? climbed to Number 3 on the UK Official Album Chart, while their breakout single Sarajevo has amassed more than eight million streams.

Hits like Got a Feeling, Glass Towns, Hometown, Aurora and Chancer have solidified their place as rising stars in the indie rock world.

The K’s capped off their phenomenal year by winning Breakthrough Act of the Year at the inaugural Northern Music Awards, followed by a hugely successful sold-out headline UK tour.

Opening the night will be rising star Tom A. Smith, an electrifying young talent from Sunderland who has rapidly climbed the ranks of the UK music scene.

Renowned for his distinctive blend of alternative rock and indie-pop influences, Tom has performed at iconic festivals like Glastonbury and supported music legends such as Sir Elton John, Sam Fender and Catfish & The Bottlemen.

James are a British indie rock band from Manchester, fronted by the iconic Tim Booth. With more than 25 million records sold worldwide and 18 studio albums under their belt, the band is one of the UK’s most enduring musical success stories, and they continue to captivate audiences around the world.

Earlier this year James achieved a major milestone, securing their first-ever UK Number 1 album with Yummy.

Fans in Llangollen can look forward to an unforgettable night, filled with timeless anthems such as Sit Down, Born of Frustration, She’s A Star and Come Home.

The announcement is the latest reveal for summer 2025 which will also see The Human League, Rag’n’Bone Man, Olly Murs, Texas, The Script and UB40 featuring Ali Campbell headline the iconic Welsh venue.

The headline concerts are presented in a partnership between Live Nation promoters Cuffe and Taylor and Llangollen International Eisteddfod.

Artistic Director of the Llangollen International Eisteddfod Dave Danford said: “We’re really excited to be adding The K’s and Tom A. Smith to the line-up for next summer.

“The K’s are a band with a big future, and the songs from their recent debut album will sound amazing in the pavilion.

“Tom A. Smith has such incredible talent and energy, we’re thrilled to welcome such an exciting emerging artist to Llangollen.”

For more information and to purchase tickets go to llangollen.net and www.ticketmaster.co.uk

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