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Scottish Sun
8 hours ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Drake UK and Europe tour 2025: How to get tickets — plus Manchester's Co-Op Live seating plan
Canadian superstar Drake has officially announced his 2025 UK tour — $ome $pecial $hows 4 UK. Marking his first UK and European performances since 2019, here's everything you need to know so you don't miss out on tickets. Advertisement 3 Following on from his Wireless Festival performances, Drake will headline four nights in the UK 3 Drake will be joined by some very big name guests Credit: Getty In the summer of 2025, following on his headline appearances at the Wireless Festival in London from July 11 to 13, Drake will extend his presence in the UK with four additional tour dates. These shows will take place at two iconic venues — Birmingham's Utilita Arena and Manchester's Co-op Live: July 20, 2025 – Utilita Arena, Birmingham July 21, 2025 – Utilita Arena, Birmingham July 25, 2025 – Co-op Live, Manchester July 26, 2025 – Co-op Live, Manchester He's then going on a massive European tour: July 30, 2025 — Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam, Netherlands July 31 — Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam, Netherlands August 7, 2025 — Sportpaleis, Antwerp, Belgium August 11, 2025 — Hallenstadion, Zurich, Switzerland August 15, 2025 — Lanxess Arena, Cologne, Germany August 16, 2025 — Lanxess Arena, Cologne, Germany August 21, 2025 — Avicii Arena, Stockholm, Sweden August 22, 2025 — Avicii Arena, Stockholm, Sweden August 24, 2025 — Royal Arena, Copenhagen, Denmark August 25, 2025 — Royal Arena, Copenhagen, Denmark August 29, 2025 — Unipol Forum, Milan, Italy August 30, 2025 — Unipol Forum, Milan, Italy September 7, 2025 — Accor Arena, Paris, France September 8, 2025 — Accor Arena, Paris, France September 11, 2025 — Uber Arena, Berlin, Germany September 12, 2025 — Uber Arena, Berlin, Germany September 16, 2025 — Olympiahalle, Munich, Germany September 18, 2025 — Olympiahalle, Munich, Germany September 22 and 23 at Barclays Arena in Hamburg, Germany Joining him on tour is special guest PartyNextDoor, a longtime collaborator and fellow OVO Sound artist, adding extra excitement for fans. Advertisement Sharing the news on Instagram, Drake said: "FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 6 YEARS, DRAKE PERFORMING THE HITS, OLD AND NEW, ACROSS THE WATERS." This announcement set the stage for what promises to be a memorable summer of music, with fans eager to secure tickets as soon as they become available. Ticket information Tickets for the $ome $pecial $hows 4 UK tour will go on general sale on Friday, June 6, 2025, at 12 pm. They will be available through major platforms including Live Nation, Ticketmaster and AXS. Advertisement Alexander Volkanovski Breaks 'Drake Curse' With UFC 314 Win To get ahead of the crowd, fans should ensure they have accounts set up on these sites before the sale begins. Presale Presale opportunities are available, starting Wednesday, June 4 at 12 pm via Live Nation, Ticketmaster, SeatUnique and AXS. There's another presale starting on Thursday, June 5 at 12 pm through SeatUnique. These presales offer fans multiple chances to grab tickets before the general public sale. Advertisement Ticket prices Ticket prices have yet to be confirmed, but are expected to align with typical arena concert pricing for an artist of Drake's caliber. For those seeking a premium experience, VIP ticket packages will be on offer. These include benefits such as faster entry through VIP entrances, premium seating in the best sections of the venue and access to hospitality lounges before and after the show, with certain VIP packages also featuring food and drinks. Fans interested in VIP tickets can register their interest via SeatUnique, which also hosts the official Co-op Live Premium Afterparty in the Hideaway, enhancing the overall concert experience. Advertisement Seating plan Manchester's Co-op Live, where Drake will perform on July 25 and 26, is one of the UK's newest and largest indoor arenas, offering state-of-the-art facilities and a flexible seating plan. 3 Manchester Co-op Live seating plan Credit: Ticket Master The venue features a large standing floor area near the stage, tiered seating in lower and upper sections, accessible seating options and VIP areas. The stage is positioned at one end, providing excellent sightlines throughout the arena. Advertisement Co-op Live is located on the Etihad Campus, approximately a 25-minute walk from Manchester Piccadilly Station, with frequent tram services to the nearby Etihad Campus stop. On event days, Metrolink travel is often included with tickets for four hours before and after the show. Parking is available, but must be booked in advance. Top tips Don't wait until the morning of the sale to register — set up accounts with suppliers ahead of time Don't leave accounts unverified — a phone number and passcode may need to be set up Avoid assuming old accounts are active — if you already have an account, check that it's still working, your billing info is accurate and saved, and ensure you know the password Poor internet connection — ensure your internet signal is strong Low batteries — check devices you use are plugged in and/or fully charged Avoid refreshing the page while in the waiting room — ticketing sites use queuing systems where the page updates automatically, so once in the queue it's a good idea to just wait and keep your fingers crossed Drake's 2025 tour is shaping up to be a landmark event, combining his classic hits with new material and supported by PartyNextDoor. Fans should act quickly to avoid disappointment.
Forbes
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Drake's Album Spikes More Than 8,500% In Sales
Drake's Some Sexy Songs 4 U is a bestselling title in America once more. The set, released earlier in 2025, skyrockets on the Billboard charts this frame. It has performed well for months, but this time around, sales are driving its resurgence. The project was recently released on vinyl, and fans showed up in a meaningful way. The collaborative effort earns a very welcome boost up the rankings thanks to a massive increase in pure purchases, tied directly to the wax drop. In the past tracking frame, Some Sexy Songs 4 U sold just under 9,300 copies, according to Luminate, the organization that gathers sales and streaming data that powers the Billboard rankings. That's a lofty figure for any hip-hop project, especially one that's been out for several months. The week prior, Some Sexy Songs 4 U managed to sell only 100 copies. Of course, that number doesn't include streaming activity, and total consumption was much, much more impressive. From one frame to the next, Drake and PartyNextDoor's album saw its sales grow by an incredible 8,557%. That spike of several thousand percent ensures Some Sexy Songs 4 U gains considerable ground on the charts in the U.S. After managing just a few weeks on the Top Album Sales chart previously, Drake and his production partner reappear at No. 7 — only a handful spots shy of the set's No. 3 peak. The title also returns to the runner-up rung on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. It remains in that position on the Top Rap Albums ranking, where it has stood out as a strong performer since it debuted. Some Sexy Songs 4 U launches on one tally this frame, as it opens at No. 4 on the Vinyl Albums chart. The set gives both Drake and PartyNextDoor their first top 10s on the list of the bestselling vinyl-only offerings in the country. Drake also climbs on the Billboard 200, as general consumption of Some Sexy Songs 4 U rises alongside purchases — though sales are largely to thank. The collection, which improves two spaces to No. 5, moved more than 47,000 equivalent units, which is up more than 17% from just days ago. Drake has long been a top star on the Billboard rankings, dating back nearly two decades. He has largely relied on streaming platforms to power his massively popular albums and singles, with sales never being a determining factor — especially not vinyl. But now, he appears to be embracing the vinyl craze that has overtaken younger Americans, and Some Sexy Songs 4 U stands out as his biggest win in that space.
Perth Now
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Drake confirms return of OVO Fest in summer 2025
Drake has confirmed OVO Fest is returning in 2025. The 'God's Plan' hitmaker was a surprise guest during Central Cee's concert at History in Toronto on Saturday (24.05.25). As well as performing 'Nokia' from his joint LP with PartyNextDoor, '$ome $exy $ongs 4 U', he revealed his label's music event, which he founded in 2010, and last took place in 2022, will be back this summer. Drake said from the balcony: 'I'll see you this summer, by the way. OVO Fest will be back this year.' Teasing grime star Central Cee's appearance at the festival, he went on: "We'll need you there for that. 'That guy right there, that's my f****** brother. I've seen this guy from day one, a humble spirit, a hard worker. This man observed all he needed to observe. This guy put the work in, made the songs. He's one of the best people I know. The realest.' The 2022 OVO Fest featured performances from fellow rappers Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj. Meanwhile, Smiley recently teased Drake is working on new music. The 27-year-old rapper - who is signed to the 'Hotline Bling' hitmaker's record label, OVO Sound - claimed in a video on his Instagram Stories that Drake, 38, has been working on new material during events, as well as on the set of Drake's 'Nokia' music video. Smiley - whose real name is Alexander Morand, said in the clip - which was shared by Drake: "Brother, I'm telling you, I seen him the other day. 'We're at a party and he was in the other room by himself eating pasta with wired headphones writing music while we have a whole party going on. He's on a different mode right now. 'Even at the 'Nokia' video shoot, during breaks, he had a bunch of producers and he was just recording. "So he's in that crazy mode, right now. (sic)' Smiley - who collaborated with Drake on 'Over The Top' in 2021 - made the comments just weeks after Drake confirmed he is working on a new album, which he spilled is "a slap" on Adin Ross' livestream on Kick. Drake said: "Thank you to everybody that's streaming the album. Every time, every journey. Working on a new album, it's a slap." Asked if it's a solo record, he replied: "Yeah." '$ome $exy $ongs 4 U' was released in February and was an instant chart-topper. The five-time Grammy winner's confirmation of a new LP came just months after he told the crowd during his 'Anita Max Win' tour at RAC Arena in Peth, Australia, in February that he is working on an untitled LP, which he described as a "one-on-one talk" with his fans. Drake said of his first solo LP since 2023's 'For All the Dogs': "I got a new album coming out on Valentine's Day with PARTYNEXTDOOR. It's called '$ome $exy $ongs 4 U.' 'And you know, eventually when the time is right, Drizzy Drake alone by himself is gonna have to have a one-on-one talk to y'all. "When the time is right, I'll be back with another album, a one-on-one conversation with y'all that you need to hear."
Forbes
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Drake Reaches A New Career Peak, As Even He Has Room To Grow On The Charts
Drake and PartyNextDoor's Some Sexy Songs 4 You debuts at No. 4 on Billboard's Vinyl Albums chart, ... More bringing both stars to new career highs. LAS VEGAS, NV - SEPTEMBER 23: Recording artist Drake performs onstage at the 2016 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena on September 23, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by) Drake's superfans have been waiting months to get their hands on a copy of his latest album, Some Sexy Songs 4 You, on vinyl. The rapper dropped the project earlier in 2025 and has been promoting it heavily. His strategy appears to be paying off, as multiple tracks from the full-length continue to occupy lofty positions on various Billboard rankings — and the project as a whole is performing well, too. Some Sexy Songs 4 You, a joint effort with PartyNextDoor, soars across several tallies in the United States this week after being released on vinyl for the first time. The studio LP even manages to bring Drake to a never-before-seen high point, which is notable at this stage in his career, as he's already dominated many of Billboard's charts in the past. Some Sexy Songs 4 You debuts on Billboard's Vinyl Albums chart this week. The set opens at No. 4 on the list of the top-selling titles specifically on that format. Both Drake and PartyNextDoor collect their first top 10s on the Vinyl Albums ranking with the arrival of the collaborative project. While PartyNextDoor has never appeared on the tally before, Drake collects his third career win. He previously reached a peak of No. 11 on the Vinyl Albums chart with Take Care back in 2011. A few years later, Views climbed to No. 20. Drake has been completely absent from this roster in terms of debuts ever since then – a break of almost a decade. Three projects appear ahead of Some Sexy Songs 4 You this week on the Vinyl Albums list. Sleep Token launches Even in Arcadia at No. 1, and the heavy metal act lands just ahead of Sincerely by Kali Uchis. The Weeknd returns to the tally with Hurry Up Tomorrow, which comes in at No. 3 this time around. That set, which has now spent 11 frames on the ranking, has already hit No. 1, but it still narrowly manages to outpace both Drake and PartyNextDoor. The hip-hop stars come out ahead of several other well-known figures, including J. Hope, Forrest Frank, The Head and the Heart, and Arcade Fire, all of whom launch new or recent efforts just behind Some Sexy Songs 4 You.
Forbes
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Drake Blocked From His First No. 1 In Years By A Frequent Collaborator
Drake's Some Sexy Songs 4 You, a collaborative album with PartyNextDoor, has become one of the most successful releases of 2025. The project arrived in February and was welcomed with a massive opening week on charts around the globe. Since then, the rapper has continued promoting the set via a steady stream of hit singles. Just when it seemed the project might finally be winding down, the Canadian hip-hop powerhouse pushes it back up the charts this frame. The set rises on a number of rankings across the U.K. thanks to a physical re-release, and it nearly claims the top spot — but ultimately, Drake and his partner are blocked by one of the biggest musical acts in the world. Drake and PartyNextDoor reappear on the Official Hip-Hop and R&B Albums chart this week with Some Sexy Songs 4 You. The project has only spent three frames on the tally, despite ranking among the genre's biggest titles of the year. This time around, Some Sexy Songs 4 You reenters the list of bestselling efforts in hip-hop and R&B at No. 2. That position marks a new high point for the joint release, which has never managed to reach the No. 1 spot. In fact, this frame marks the first time Some Sexy Songs 4 You has appeared into the top 10. The Weeknd beats Drake and PartyNextDoor to No. 1 on the Official Hip-Hop and R&B Albums chart. He surges from No. 17 to the summit with Hurry Up Tomorrow. His latest full-length was recently reissued on vinyl and CD, and accompanied by a movie centered around the project. Those efforts helped propel the album to bestseller status once again. Drake has previously reached No. 1 on the Official Hip-Hop and R&B Albums chart, but it's been several years since he last earned a new winner. Nine of his projects have topped the tally, but a number of hugely popular recent efforts have narrowly missed. His last four full-lengths to reach the list — Certified Lover Boy, Her Loss with 21 Savage, and For All the Dogs — have all cracked the top five, but failed to rule, which is unusual for the Grammy winner. PartyNextDoor collects his fourth top 10 on the Official Hip-Hop and R&B Albums chart as Some Sexy Songs 4 You finally breaks into that tier. The set now stands as his second-highest placement on the roster, trailing only his semi-self-titled PartyNextDoor 3, which managed one week at No. 1 in 2016.
