Gary Numan is set to headline Palace Bowl Presents, an exciting new festival series at the iconic Crystal Palace Bowl in London. Running from Thursday 30 July to Sunday 16 August, the series promises twelve days of eclectic music, bringing together global headliners and legendary acts. Tickets go on general sale at 10AM on Friday 20 February via Palace Bowl Presents.
Star-Studded Lineup
Numan will be joined by Marc Almond, performing both Soft Cell classics and his solo hits, along with Ladytron. Fans can also look forward to:
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Gospel Garden Festival – Sunday 2 August: Headlined in a UK-exclusive by Kirk Franklin and Tasha Cobbs Leonard, supported by Fred Hammond, Mercy Chinwo, and Jerub. This event is poised to become London’s largest outdoor gospel festival.
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Gary Numan – Thursday 6 August: Supported by Marc Almond and Ladytron.
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Bastille and The Wombats – Thursday 13 August: Both bands will perform headline sets.
A Legendary Venue
The Crystal Palace Bowl, established in 1961, is one of London’s most historic open-air venues. Known for its legendary Garden Party events, the Bowl has hosted an array of eclectic acts spanning genres from prog rock to reggae, and punk to pop. Iconic performances include Bob Marley’s final London show, alongside concerts from Pink Floyd, The Beach Boys, Lou Reed, Curtis Mayfield, Gil Scott-Heron, Ian Dury, and Vera Lynn.
Gary Numan: A Pioneering Influence
Numan’s groundbreaking sound has influenced some of the world’s biggest artists, including Prince, Lady Gaga, Jack White, Kanye West, Beck, Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters, and Nine Inch Nails. Many of these artists have collaborated with him, covered, or sampled tracks from his extensive catalogue. Numan’s innovative style continues to resonate with fans worldwide, proving his enduring impact on music.
Ticketing and Offers
Local residents in SE19, SE20, and SE26 postcodes are eligible for discounted tickets for Palace Bowl Presents. Preferred ticket access, including some of the best seats, is available to Mastercard cardholders starting Friday 20 February at 10AM. More details can be found at Priceless Music.
