L ast year proved to be an impressive one for live music. Whether it was Bruce Springsteen running through a career’s worth of classics in Cardiff, the Cure delivering a gothic masterclass at the Troxy or Taylor Swift taking over stadiums, there was something for everyone in 2024. But what about 2025? From the cutting-edge performances at the Wide Awake Festival to Dua Lipa’s extravaganza, this year promises yet more memorable moments.
Here is our selection of the ten must-book concerts and festivals, offering something for music lovers of all tastes. Let us know in the comments what you’re most excited about. Need a quick catch-up on what’s happening in the fashion-conscious musical underground? This all-dayer will fill you in, from relatively big names like the.
