SKINDRED ANNOUNCE WEMBLEY ARENA HEADLINE SHOW

2nd August 2023 0 By Jon Deaux

Widely recognized as one of the most exciting British rock bands in decades, Skindred has announced their largest headline show to date, which will see the ragga metal titans shake the foundations of London’s Wembley OVO Arena on March 15^th, 2024. They have also announced additional shows in Manchester (March 14^th) and Birmingham (March 16^th).

Fans who pre-order a copy of the band’s brand new album Smile from earache.com/skindred will receive a link to the exclusive ticket pre-sale on Friday at 10 am. Tickets go on general sale at 10 am Monday 7^th August.

Regarding headlining Wembley Arena for the first time, singer Benji Webbe says: “Standing on that stage is a mark of sheer hard work. We have stood upon that stage supporting many truly great acts. Now it’s Skindred’s time to take the headline slot.
You may think you’ve seen us, however, this is our opportunity to rise, and to step up like never before!
My Sound we come to take over and truly come to rock Wembley with a heart full of gratitude and a set full of the most rockin’ tunes that we have ever played live. Unity, love, and togetherness. Let’s ‘ave it. Quadruple XL.”

The announcement comes ahead of the release of Smile on Friday (August 4^th) via Earache Records. Already receiving great critical praise, Smile is being hailed as Skindred’s best work yet. It is a potent and mind-expanding collection of songs channeling a huge range of styles from reggae to metal, rock to pop, dub to electro, designed to melt stereos around the world. It is available to pre-order here.

Recorded in the midst of the pandemic, Skindred worked with producer Julian Emery, whose work with Nothing But Thieves illustrated his adeptness with dynamics and melodies. The songs released to date from Smile – which also include ‘L.O.V.E (Smile Please)’, ‘Unstoppable’, ‘Gimme That Boom’, ‘Set Fazers’ and ‘If I Could’ – demonstrate the breadth, range, and fun to be had in the songs on the album.

Ahead of next year’s shows, Skindred will be touring venues across the country throughout October/November in support of Smile. Many of the dates are sold out, with just a few shows with limited tickets remaining. For tickets & more details go to www.skindred.net/#live

SKINDRED UK HEADLINE TOUR DATES
2023
6^th October: Northampton, Roadmender (SOLD OUT)
7^th October: Leeds, O2 Academy
13^th October: Cambridge, Junction (SOLD OUT)
14^th October: Norwich, Epic (SOLD OUT)
19^th October: Nottingham, Rock City (SOLD OUT)
20^th October : Newcastle , NX
21^st October : Glasgow , The Garage (SOLD OUT)
26^th October: Margate, Dreamland (SOLD OUT)
27^th October: Brighton, Chalk (SOLD OUT)
28^th October : Bristol , O2 Academy
3^rd November: Sheffield, Leadmill (SOLD OUT)
4^th November: Lincoln, The Engine Shed (SOLD OUT)
10^th November: Cardiff, Great Hall (SOLD OUT)
11^th November: Southampton, O2 Guildhall
17^th November: Belfast, Limelight 1 (UPGRADED)
18^th November: Dublin, Academy

2024
14^th March: Manchester, Academy
15^th March: London, OVO Wembley Arena
16^th March: Birmingham, O2 Academy