Declan McKenna announces “live and intimate” UK warm-up shows ahead of Reading & Leeds 2026

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Declan McKenna announces “live and intimate” UK warm-up shows ahead of Reading & Leeds 2026

NME · 3 hours ago

Singer-songwriter Declan McKenna is staging a short tour of intimate venues across Scotland and England this month, his first headline performances in the UK in two years. The four dates precede his main-stage appearances at Reading Festival on August 28 and Leeds Festival the following day, where he'll perform on the newly renamed 'The Grid' stage alongside major headliners.

McKenna released his third album in 2024 and has since been developing new music with producer collaborators. He remains active on the touring circuit, having recently supported Imagine Dragons at a London stadium, and continues to participate in high-profile musical projects including a Mercury Prize-shortlisted charity compilation.

  • Declan McKenna announced four UK warm-up shows at grassroots venues in August before headlining Reading & Leeds 2026
  • His first headline UK dates in two years; tickets go on sale Friday at 10am BST
  • The artist is working on new material following his 2024 album release

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