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South Wales Argus
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Stereophonics wow fans at second sold out Principality show
With the roof open and 30°C heat radiating through the crowd, the band roared through a 24-song set packed with fan favourites and a few surprises. Kelly Jones led the charge with his signature swagger, launching into classics like 'The Bartender and the Thief,' 'Just Looking,' 'Maybe Tomorrow,' and the anthem-like 'Local Boy in the Photograph.' Newer material from Make 'em Laugh, Make 'em Cry, Make 'em Wait, found its place among the hits, providing emotional texture between stadium-shaking choruses. Stereophonics wow fans at second sold out Principality show (Image: Damian Edmunds) With ukelele at the ready and anecdotes aplenty, a stripped-back solo rendition of 'Step on My Old Size Nines' offered one of the night's most intimate moments, just Kelly, a spotlight, and 60,000 voices singing in unison. The return of 'It Means Nothing' to the setlist was a welcome surprise, and their cover of 'Handbags and Gladrags' proved once again why their take on the classic still resonates. Support acts Blossoms and Finn Forster warmed up the crowd admirably, but the main event was pure spectacle, giant balloons, pyrotechnics, and a euphoric stadium-wide singalong to 'Dakota' made for a fitting climax. Stereophonics wow fans at second sold out Principality show (Image: Damian Edmunds) Not everything ran smoothly offstage. South Wales' ageing transport infrastructure added its own chorus of complaints, packed trains, hours-long tailbacks on the M4, and logistical chaos left many fans frustrated both before and after the gig. Inside, the sting of £8 pints didn't go unnoticed either. But once the band hit the stage, gripes gave way to grins. After more than 30 years in the game, Stereophonics proved they are still masters of the stadium experience, blending grit, charm and timeless tunes in a night that few in Cardiff will forget.
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Scotsman
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Stereophonics Presales and ticket prices: How to see the Welsh rockers play Glasgow's Hydro and Aberdeen's P&J Live
Stereophonics have two dates in Scotland. | AFP via Getty Images The announcement comes just days after the band played a triumphant concerts in Glasgow's Bellahouston Park. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Formed in the Welsh village of Cwmaman in 1992, Stereophonics shot to fame on the release of debut album Word Gets Around in 1997. Fronted by lead singer Kelly Jones, the band have gone on to release 13 studio albums, nine of which have hit number one in the UK charts. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad They have also enjoyed a string of hit singles including The Bartender and the Thief, Just Looking, Pick a Part That's New, and Dakota. Famous for their energetic concerts, they've headlined the likes of Reading and Leeds, Glastonbury, V Festival, TRNSMT and Latitude. They're currently in the middle of a string of summer outdoor gigs - including one at Glasgow's Bellahouston Park. But they're not resting on their laurels - with another UK tour confirmed for December. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad And there's good news for Scottish fans - with two chances to catch them in Aberdeen and Glasgow. Here's everything you need to know to get tickets. When are Stereophonics playing Scotland? Stereophonics will play Aberdeen's P&J Live area on December 9, followed by a gig at Glasgow's Hydro on December 10. Where else are Stereophonics playing? Here are the band's full UK tour dates: December 4: Motorpoint Arena, Nottingham December 6: Utilita Arena, Newcastle December 7: Utilita Arena, Sheffield December 9: P&J Live, Aberdeen December 10: OVO Hydro, Glasgow December 12: Co-op Live, Manchester December 13: Utilita Arena, Birmingham December 16: M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool December 18: The O2, London When do tickets for Stereophonics go on sale? Tickets for both Scottish gigs go on sale here at 9.30am on Friday, July 11. Are there any presales for Stereophonics tickets? As has become common, there are a number of ways to get your hands on tickets before they go on general sale. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad If you are an OVO customer you'll be able to access tickets for the Glasgow gig from 9.30am on Wednesday, July 9. Sign up to the Hydro newsletter here and you'll receive a code to buy tickets for the Glasgow gig from 9.30am on Thursday, July 10. Sign up to the band's newsletter here and you'll be sent a code to access tickets for both the Glasgow gig and the Aberdeen gig from 9.30am on Wednesday, July 9. How much are Stereophonics tickets? Tickets for the band's Glasgow Hydro gig are priced from £53.60 - £99. Expect the Aberdeen gig prices to be similar. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Are there any age restrictions for the Stereophonics gigs? It's over-14s only for the standing areas of both gigs and all under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18. What will Stereophonics play at their Scottish gigs? Don't expect the band to stray too far from the setlist they've been playing over the summer. Expect to hear the majority of the following:
Scotsman
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Stereophonics Bellahouston Park Stage Times: Glasgow Summer Sessions set times, drink prices, support, setlist, age restrictions
Stereophonics have a big date with Glasgow. | AFP via Getty Images The Welsh rockers are playing Glasgow at the weekend. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Formed in the Welsh village of Cwmaman in 1992, Stereophonics shot to fame on the release of debut album Word Gets Around in 1997. Fronted by lead singer Kelly Jones, the band have gone on to release 13 studio albums, nine of which have hit number one in the UK charts. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad They have also enjoyed a string of hit singles including The Bartender and the Thief, Just Looking, Pick a Part That's New, and Dakota. Famous for their energetic concerts, they've headlined the likes of Reading and Leeds, Glastonbury, V Festival, TRNSMT and Latitude. Now they're playing a huge open air gig in Glasgow. Here's everything you need to know. When are Stereophonics playing Glasgow? Stereophonics are playing as part of the Summer Sessions series of concerts at Glasgow's Bellahouston Park on Saturday, June 28. Who is supporting Stereophonics at Bellahouston Park? Playing before Sting will be 28-year-old Teesside singer songwriter Finn Foster and much-loved Stockport indie band Blossoms . Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What are the stage times for Stereophonics at Bellahouston Park? All stage times are subject to change, but the plan is for the doors to open at 5pm, before the bands take to the stage as follows. Finn Foster – 5.20pm Blossoms – 6.30pm Stereophonics – 8.15pm Are tickets still available for Stereophonics? If you've decided at the last minute that you'd like to go to the gig then you're in luck - there are still a few tickets left, with prices starting at £74.50. You can find them here. Are there any age restrictions for Stereophonics at Bellahouston Park? It's over 12s only and anybody under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21 (one adult minimum per four persons aged under 16 years). What's the likely Stereophonics setlist? Stereophonics seems to be playing a near-identical setlist every night of their current tour. Expect to hear most of - if not all - of the following in Glasgow: Vegas Two Times I Wanna Get Lost With You Do Ya Feel My Love Have a Nice Day There's Always Gonna Be Something Just Looking Pick a Part That's New Superman Geronimo Graffiti on the Train Maybe Tomorrow Handbags and Gladrags All in One Night I Wouldn't Believe Your Radio Make It on Your Own Traffic Mr and Mrs Smith Fly Like an Eagle Mr. Writer Local Boy in the Photograph C'est la vie The Bartender and the Thief Dakota How much are drinks at Stereophonics' Glasgow concert? Here are the drinks prices at the bar: Beer and cider Brooklyn Pilsner (Pint): £7.30 Somersby Cider (Pint): £7.30 Carslerg 0.0% (330ml): £5.50 Brooklyn The Stonewall Inn IPA (330ml): £6.50 Wine White, red or rose (187ml): £8 Spirit and Mixer Smirnoff Vodka (25ml): £8.50 Gordon's Gin (25ml): £8.50 Gordon's Pink Gin (25ml): £9 Captain Morgan Dark (25ml): £8.50 Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold (25ml): £8.50 Johnnie Walker Black Label: (25ml): £8.50 Casamigos Blanco Tequila (25ml): £12.50 Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad (Mixers: Pepsi Max, Lemonade, Britvic Ginger Beer, Soda Water, Tonic Water, Grapefruit Soda) Vodka and Rockstar Energy (25ml): £10.70 Ready to Drink Spirit and Mixer Smirnoff Miami Peach (250ml): £9 Smirnoff Raspberry Crush (250ml): £9 Captain Morgan and Pepsi Max (250ml): £9 Gordon's Gin and Tonic (250ml): £9 Johnnie Walker and Lemonade (250ml): £9 Captain Morgan Muck Pit Brew (250ml): £9 Soft drinks Water (500ml): £2.60 Rockstar Energy/Tropical Guava (250ml): £4 Rockstar Peach (330ml): £4 Pepsi Original (330ml): £3.15 7UP Free/Tango (330ml): £2.95
