Tuesday 12 to Sunday 17 July 2016
KEW THE MUSIC is a glorious week-long festival of outdoor Summer concerts set inside the stunning grounds of Kew Gardens. Returning for its sixth year with a truly fantastic line up of artists, these festival-style concerts are renowned for their magical and relaxed atmosphere.
Simply Red – Tuesday 12th July
Simply Red open this year's Kew the Music. Regarded by many as one of the great British bands of the 80's and 90's, Mick Hucknall's distinctive voice defined the sound of British soul music.
Following their acclaimed new album Big Love (Released June 2015), Simply Red will be performing their greatest hits for Kew the Music with iconic songs such as Holding Back the Years, Money's Too Tight (To Mention), If You Don't Know Me By Now, Stars and Fairground.
Will Young – Wednesday 13th July
Will Young is one of the UK's best-loved pop stars. His highly acclaimed latest album 85% Proof went straight to the top of the UK Official Album Charts (May 2015) and is considered to be his most accomplished work to date.
He has released six albums and dominated the charts with singles such as Love Revolution, Friday's Child, Leave Right Now, Grace and All Time Love.
Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra – Friday 15 July
Jools Holland returns this year with yet another crowd-pleasing show. Jools has been touring with his veritable musical army, the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, for more than 20 years!
Once again he will be joined by regular guest vocalists, Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall and Mabel Ray. This year, Jools' special guests are Pauline Black and Arthur 'Gaps' Hendrickson from The Selecter.
Gipsy Kings – Sunday 17 July
The legendary Gipsy Kings achieved world-wide recognition in 1988 with the release of their eponymous album which featured the global smash hits Bamboleo, Un Amor and Djoba Djoba.
The band are all members of two related families from France and are credited with being responsible for bringing the sounds of progressive flamenco to the world.
TICKETS GO ON SALE FRIDAY 18TH DECEMBER 2015 AT 10AM!