JAMES BAY
added to BRITs Week 25, delivered by DHL for War Child line-up
Cat Burns, Kasabian, Clean Bandit, Rachel Chinouriri, Soft Play, Nova Twins, Joy Crookes, Tom Walker, Rag‘n’Bone Man, Frank Turner & Blossoms already announced to play exclusive shows in aid of War Child across February and March
Fans in with a chance to win access to James’ soundcheck via the prize draw
£5 prize draws to win tickets to all shows are open HERE
Tickets are on sale now HERE
Today, BRITs Week 25, delivered by DHL for War Child has announced that multi-platinum singer songwriter James Bay will complete this year’s line-up. The unique series of gigs gives fans the opportunity to see intimate, one-off performances from some of the biggest and most exciting names in music at some of the UK’s best-loved venues.
BRIT Award winner, James Bay will take the stage at the 350-capacity 100 Club on 5th March. His soulful and bluesy voice will make for a very special and intimate show at one of London’s most iconic venues.
With many BRITs shows now sold out, fans still have a chance to see their favourite artists by entering War Child’s £5 prize draws here. Every penny raised from the prize draws will support War Child to protect, educate and stand up for the rights of children in war. Courtesy of DHL, fans entering the prize draw for James Bay’s show are now also in with a chance of winning a very unique experience. Not only will three lucky fans get a pair of tickets to the show, one lucky winner will also win private access to James’ sound check on the day of his show.
All proceeds from the shows go towards War Child’s phenomenal work to help provide protection, education, mental health support, and more while standing up for the rights of children whose lives have been devastatingly affected by war. The total amount raised for War Child by BRITs Week, since its inception in 2009, is over £7,430,000.
James Bay joins the line-up of artists performing in small venues across the UK. Kicking off proceedings on the 17th February will be last year’s Multi-BRIT-nominated, including last year’s Rising Star nominee, double-platinum-selling South London artist, Cat Burns, performing in the heart of Hackney at MOTH Club. On 18th February, BRIT and Mercury Prize-nominated artist, Joy Crookes will bring her unique blend of storytelling through her music to Islington’s Assembly Hall. On 20th February, indie-pop and Ivor Novello nominated artist, Rachel Chinouriri will play Omeara ahead of supporting Sabrina Carpenter on her UK Short n’ Sweet tour.
On 21st February, Frank Turner will take his unique blend of punk and folk to London’s renowned 93 Feet East. On 24th February, Mercury Prize and double BRIT nominated genre-bending alt-rock duo, Nova Twins will dazzle at Omeara. On 25th February, legendary English rockers Kasabian will take the stage at the iconic O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire. Kasabian will be supported by English quintet indie rock band, Blossoms, making for a truly unforgettable evening. On 28th February, Grammy award winning, electro-pop three-piece, Clean Bandit will dominate London’s Palladium, bringing with them a host of special guests, which are yet to be revealed.
On 3rd March, platinum-selling BRIT award winner, Tom Walker will take the stage for a special acoustic show at the highly celebrated King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, in Glasgow. On 4th March, Mercury Prize nominated punk rock duo, Soft Play will storm the stage at Village Underground. On 5th March, triple BRIT award winner, Rag’n’Bone Man will bring his raw, soulful vocals to the seafront located, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill.
Right now, it’s the deadliest time to be a child. It is estimated that 1 in 5 children are currently living in, or fleeing from conflict. But there is hope, with your support War Child can help children put the pieces back together. By experiencing the thrill and excitement of the intimate, one-off performances you will be directly contributing to helping these children rebuild their lives.
BRITs Week 25 for War Child lineup:
17th February – Cat Burns – MOTH Club, London (support act: Essence Martins)
18th February – Joy Crookes – Islington Assembly Hall, London (support act: Amie Blu)
20th February – Rachel Chinouriri – Omeara, London (support act: Hannah-Morgan)
21st February – Frank Turner – 93 Feet East (support act: Ben Brown)
24th February – Nova Twins – Omeara, London (support act: Message From the Ravens)
25th February – Kasabian – O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, London (support act: Blossoms)
28th February – Clean Bandit and Friends – The London Palladium (with special guests: LeoStayTrill, Wes Nelson, Jess Glynne, Dyo, Belen Aguilera, Lloyiso)
3rd March – Tom Walker – King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow (support act: Aaron Rowe and Kerr Mercer)
4th March – Soft Play – Village Underground, London (support act: shortstraw.)
5th March – Rag‘n’Bone Man – De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill (support act: Jon Poppii and Elles Bailey)
5th March – James Bay – 100 Club, London
To enter the prize draw and win a pair of tickets to see the artist of their choice, fans can make a £5 donation per entry to War Child. The prize draws will go live as each show sells out. Available HERE. Tickets for the shows are on sale now HERE.
BRITs Week 25 for War Child will take place around The BRIT Awards 2025 with Mastercard on Saturday 1st March, with artists playing in venues across London. BRITs Week is produced by AEG Presents, BPI, DHL, and War Child, the charity for children affected by conflict. Proceeds from the shows will help to support War Child’s work that aims to reach children as early as possible when conflict breaks out and stays to support them through their recovery – keeping them safe, helping them learn and cope with their experiences, and equipping them with skills for a brighter future. Through BRITs Week, some of the biggest names in music will play a series of very special, intimate shows to help save lives around the world.
This year, DHL is joining as a new partner of BRITs Week 25 via War Child. With its extensive global network and experience delivering humanitarian aid, DHL’s partnership for BRITs Week, as well as its wider partnership with War Child, will help the charity support more children worldwide. DHL will provide transportation, distribution, or other logistical support to help the charity reach more children in need and deliver aid more efficiently.
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Clare Sanders-Wright, Live Music Lead at War Child says: “These shows for BRITs Week are always such a special opportunity for fans to see some of their favourite artists performing in intimate venues. We’re ecstatic to be able to announce James Bay joining the lineup, as well as the sensational support acts that will make this year one to remember. We’re all incredibly grateful to the artists and their teams who are giving their time to make these shows happen, supporting us in raising funds to help protect, educate, and provide specialist, long-term mental health support to children caught in conflict zones around the world.”
Maggie Crowe OBE, BPI Director of Events & Charities says: “We are beyond excited to announce the lineup for this year’s BRITs Week 2025 in support of War Child! This year’s performances promise to be unforgettable, bringing a breadth of brilliant talent to intimate venues to raise vital funds for children affected by conflict, something that has never felt more crucial. The BPI thanks our valued partners, AEG Presents, DHL, and War Child for making this all possible. A special thanks also to the incredible artists for being so generous with their time and to the record labels who continue to support us so passionately.”
Simon Jones SVP of International Touring at AEG Presents says: “BRITs Week is now in its 12th year and still going as strong as ever. It’s a testament to all of the artists, managers, labels and of course our new sponsors, DHL that keep supporting the event to help keep this wonderful annual industry fixture such a mainstay in the calendar. These shows help to raise crucial money for children caught in conflict, with our long-time partners, War Child. 2025’s edition will be no different, seeing incredible acts in smaller venues, and raising a bucket load of money for a really great cause.”
Elliott Santon, Head of Global Sponsorships at DHL Express says: “We are excited to be the title partner of BRITs Week 25 for War Child, delivered by DHL. This partnership only further strengthens our support of War Child through key fundraising initiatives. Our purpose ‘Connecting People, Improving Lives’ is brought to life through our partnership with War Child, where we leverage our global network and expertise in humanitarian aid to bring support to children around the world. We are proud to contribute to BRITs Week 25, helping raise funds so War Child can continue to support children affected by conflict.”