Paul Heaton 2026 UK Arena Tour
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Paul Heaton has announced a huge 2026 UK arena tour, performing songs from throughout his career, including classics from The Beautiful South & The Housemartins, with special guest singer Rianne Downey and special guests Lightning Seeds.
Tour Dates:
Newcastle Utilita Arena, 29 Oct
Glasgow OVO Hydro, 30
Leeds First Direct Arena, 31
Cardiff Utilita Arena, 02 Nov
Plymouth Arena, 03
Sheffield Utilita Arena, 06
London The O2, 07
Nottingham Motorpoint Arena, 10
Liverpool M&S Bank Arena, 11
Birmingham Utilita Arena, 13
Manchester Co-Op Live, 14
Tickets on sale Friday (05 June) at 9.30am from Ticketmaster AXS See Tickets
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Artist Bio:
Paul Heaton is one of the UK’s most celebrated songwriters and performers, best known for his work with iconic bands The Housemartins and The Beautiful South. Across a career spanning more than four decades, Heaton has become renowned for his sharp storytelling, socially observant lyrics and unmistakable voice, helping create timeless hits including ‘Happy Hour’, ‘Caravan of Love’, ‘A Little Time’, ‘Perfect 10’ and ‘Rotterdam’.
Since launching his solo career, Paul Heaton has continued to achieve major commercial and critical success, regularly topping the charts and selling out arenas across the UK. His collaborations with singer Jacqui Abbott proved hugely successful, with multiple Top 5 albums and acclaimed tours further cementing his reputation as one of Britain’s most enduring and respected artists.
Artist News:
Paul Heaton is set to return to arenas across the UK with a major tour celebrating more than four decades of legendary songwriting. The shows will see fans treated to a career-spanning setlist featuring classics from The Housemartins and The Beautiful South, alongside brand new material from his forthcoming album ‘Jenius’, due out on 21 August 2026.
‘Jenius’ marks Paul Heaton’s 23rd studio album to date and another remarkable milestone in one of British music’s most enduring careers. Produced with Ian Broudie of The Lightning Seeds and recorded at Blueprint Studios in Manchester, the album features 15 new tracks and continues Heaton’s acclaimed tradition of sharp songwriting and observational storytelling.
The upcoming tour will offer audiences the chance to hear the new record live for the first time, alongside some of the most beloved songs from across Paul Heaton’s celebrated catalogue.
Paul Heaton ‘Jenius’ Full Album Tracklisting:
Can’t Get Next To You
Favourite Kind Of Idiot
I Want The Job
Sad Songs And Lawsuits
She Ain’t Pretty
One Eye Open
Send In The Clowns
Do Not Ask Me
Don’t Lean On Me
Jet Black Sky
The Whisky Did
Before Before
Good For The Bees
Go Upstream
A Son A Father
PRE-ORDER / PRE-SAVE NOW:
‘Jenius’ the brand new album produced by @IanZBroudie will be released 21st August. New single ‘Favourite Kind Of Idiot’ is out now on all streaming platforms! Pre-order the album at https://t.co/ZdQIADzKAb for UK tour ticket pre-sale access. Tickets only £39.50 (+ticket fees). pic.twitter.com/H1YyeW6ePB
— Paul Heaton (@PaulHeatonSolo) May 28, 2026
