You can still get tickets to see a Hollywood superstar in Cardiff this month
The summer isn't over yet, which means we have a few outdoor gigs lined up in the weeks ahead, with one show by Hollywood star, Will Smith
The stage and the crowd at a Cardiff castle gig
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This summer, we've seen our fair share of big names performing on the music stage.
From Oasis and Catfish and the Bottlemen at the Principality Stadium,to Fontaines DC, Pet Shop Boys and Faithless performing at Cardiff Castle and acts like Noah Kahan and Stevie Wonder at Blackweir Fields, there's been something for everybody whatever your music taste might be. But the summer isn't over yet, which means we have a few outdoor gigs lined up in the weeks ahead, with one show by a Hollywood superstar.
In August, fans can go and watch Tom Jones bring his Defy Explanation tour to Cardiff Castle on Wednesday evening, August 20, and Thursday evening, August 21. He will be joined by Stone Foundation, an R&B and soul band, for both evenings. You can read more on what to expect with these shows here.
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Then, after 10 years away from the main stages of the world, Basement Jaxx will be bringing back their euphoric energy-filled live experience to Cardiff Castle over the August Bank Holiday weekend on Sunday, August 24. hey will be joined by Ezra Collective, Eats Everything and Alex Mills. You can find out more about available tickets for this show here.
And what promises to be one of the biggest events of the summer, Will Smith will be bringing his Based on a True Story tour to Cardiff Castle on Monday, August 25. Cinephiles may know the Hollywood actor from the huge blockbusters I, Robot, The Pursuit of Happyness, Men in Black and I Am Legend.
But the actor has many talents and has cultivated a career in rapping too. His hit songs include Miami and Gettin' Jiggy Wit It. He will be joined by none other than Nile Rodgers + Chic on the stage, known for their smash hits such as Le Freak and Good Times.
Will Smith will perform at Cardiff Castle on Monday, August 25
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But if you haven't had your ticket for Will Smith's show yet, then rest assured, as there are still tickets available. Fans can get either through the Depot Live website - depotlive.co.uk or at ticketmaster.co.uk.
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