Summer of Music in South Wales

Orchard Live will be bringing a stellar line-up of musical acts to South Wales for an amazing summer of music.

30/07/22

1. ANNE-MARIE

SINGLETON PARK , SWANSEA

Platinum-selling, multi-talented singer Anne-Marie has announced a huge outdoor show in Swansea’s Singleton Park this summer, hitting the stage on Saturday 30th July. Since her breakthrough in 2016, Anne-Marie has become one of the globe’s most successful pop stars. She has over 5 billion streams to her name and earned a platinum debut album alongside five Top 10 UK singles.

Main Support on this show comes from hugely acclaimed Mimi Webb hailed by Radio 1 as one of the sounds of ’22 has made waves worldwide with her Seven Shades of heartbreak EP and instantly selling out her first UK tour.

Opening the show is a new rising star and BRIT Award-nominated Gracey. Already with 140 million streams and a top 10 hit under her belt.

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11/07/22

2. BRYAN ADAMS

CARDIFF CASTLE

One of the hottest tickets this summer, the multi-million selling recording artist Bryan Adams is coming to the UK and will be bringing his spectacular open-air show to the iconic setting of Cardiff Castle.

The Canadian singer/songwriter’s influence extends over 4 decades and 14 studio albums including mega-hits Run to You, Summer of ‘69 and ballads Everything I Do, Please Forgive Me and Heaven. Don’t miss the opportunity to see this living legend in South Wales.

His most recent recording, Shine a Light, whose title track was co-written by Ed Sheeran, debuted at number one on the album charts in March of 2019. The album also features a duet with Jennifer Lopez.

His song writing has garnered him numerous awards and accolades including three Academy Award nominations, five Golden Globe nominations and a Grammy Award.

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31/07/22

3. PAUL WELLER

SINGLETON PARK , SWANSEA

The show at Swansea’s Singleton Park that will feature work across his prolific career & his brilliant new material, follows successful concerts on the site with Noel Gallagher, Jess Glynne & Catfish & The Bottlemen and again is promoted by award winning promoters Orchard Live. Pablo Janczur from Orchard Live said ‘‘We are thrilled to be working again with an unbelievable artist like Paul Weller and bringing the Mod Father to Swansea!’’

When lockdown was declared in March 2020, Paul Weller decided immediately that he wanted something to focus on, since it seemed unlikely he’d be able to tour On Sunset as planned that summer.

“I had lots of ideas stored up on my phone,” he explains down that same handset, speaking from outside his London home, “and at least this gave me an opportunity to develop them.” So he started to record songs on his own, doing just vocals, piano and guitar, then sending those sound files to his core band members such as drummer Ben Gordelier, Steve Cradock on guitar and various other instruments, and bassist Andy Crofts for them to add their parts. “It was a bit weird not being together, but at least it kept the wheels rolling. I’d have gone potty otherwise.”

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10/06/22

4. DIANA ROSS

CARDIFF CASTLE

Don’t miss the opportunity to see this living legend live in South Wales for what will no doubt be an iconic show at Cardiff Castle on Friday 10th June.

One of the most successful recording artists and entertainers of all time, global superstar Diana Ross has shaped the sound of popular music. In the 1960s she reigned as the Queen of Motown, leading The Supremes to chart dominance with hits such as Baby Love, Stop! In the Name of Love, and You Keep Me Hangin’ On.

There is only one entertainer in the world that has defined a generation of music and popular culture and has touched the heart of humanity. She’s been called a trailblazer, a leader, an icon, and a legend. Ms. Ross released a new album last year and the title track, Thank You, was released as a voice of gratitude and personal dedication to her audiences over the years. Ms. Ross co-wrote and curated every song on the album with a message about gratefulness.

Diana Ross returns to the UK in June 2022 with her Thank You Summer Tour to share with fans her music, memories, and career magic. This is a must-see show, book your tickets now.

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03/06/22

5. DERMOT KENNEDY

CARDIFF CASTLE

Chart topper Dermot Kennedy will be performing at the historic Cardiff Castle in June, one of a very exclusive selection of shows he will play in the UK this year. The Dublin born artist has established himself as one of the UK’s leading musicians with his debut album ‘Without Fear’ making him as a platinum-selling artist in over 12 countries.

Known for his singles; ‘Outnumbered, ‘Power Over Me’, ‘Giants’ and ‘Paradise’ in collaboration with Meduza have all been certified platinum tracks in 2021, with over 500 million streams on his duet track.

The singer-songwriter released a brand-new version of his top 20 single ‘Better Days’ featuring Grammy Nominated hip hop duo EARTHGANG.

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29/07/22

6. NILE RODGERS

SINGLETON PARK , SWANSEA

Orchard Live presents one of music’s greatest living legends, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, on 29 July in Singleton Park, Swansea.

Renowned the world over for their electric outdoor performances at festivals like Glastonbury and Coachella, Nile Rodgers & CHIC are quite simply the ultimate party band. As their timeless hits including ‘Everybody Dance’, ‘Le Freak’, and ‘Good Times’ sound out across Singleton Park alongside the rhythm of Rodgers’ ‘Hitmaker’ guitar, this will go down as one of Swansea’s most memorable summer parties.

Among music legends, Nile Rodgers is truly exceptional. He amplifies his legacy as a multiple GRAMMY-winning composer, producer, arranger and guitarist by constantly traversing new musical terrain and successfully expanding the boundaries of popular music. Nile Rodgers transcends all styles of music across every generation with a body of work that’s garnered him inductions into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame.

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