Indie heroes James announce Llangollen date

The Manchester legends – who gave the world such timeless anthems as Sit Down, Born of Frustration, She’s A Star and Come Home – will perform on Sunday June 29. 

One of Britain’s most enduring success stories, James have sold more than 25 million records worldwide since forming in Manchester in the early 1980s – gaining both critical and commercial acclaim.

Their unique craftsmanship, creativity and musical legacy has made them one of the most influential British bands of the last four decades and with 18 studio albums under their belt, James secured their first UK album Number 1 chart spot earlier this year with Yummy.

The band’s 40th anniversary in 2023 was celebrated with a tour of inspired orchestral reworkings of hits, B-sides and obscure favourites, but this was far from a full stop. As frontman Tim Booth sings on the anti-ageism anthem Rogue on Yummy: “some of us still have work to do”.

A sensational live band, who continue to sell-out arenas across the UK and beyond, James most recently completed a US co-headline tour with The Smiths’ songwriting genius Johnny Marr.

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

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

Cuffe and Taylor co-founder Peter Taylor said: "We’ve had the pleasure of working with James on numerous shows over the years, and they never fail to impress. Their talent is unmatched, and we’re thrilled to be bringing them to Llangollen. Fans can look forward to an unforgettable night filled with incredible music and a unique atmosphere only James can create.”

Artistic Director of the Llangollen International Eisteddfod Dave Danford added: “Our amazing summer of live music for 2025 continues, with the announcement that James will be performing live in Llangollen. Their huge anthems are sure to have the pavilion rocking to the rafters, and this is definitely a show that’s not to be missed.”

Tickets are now on general sale, see for further details llangollen.net