In response to overwhelming demand, Iggy Pop has announced a third UK date for his summer 2025 tour. The new show will take place at Manchester’s O2 Victoria Warehouse, offering fans in the North of England a chance to witness the “Godfather of Punk” live on June 1. This follows shows at London’s Alexandra Palace on May 28 and Glasgow’s O2 Academy on May 30.
The Manchester venue, with a capacity of 3,500, offers an intimate experience, ensuring that even at 77 years of age, Iggy’s legendary energy and stage presence will remain the focal point. For comparison, Alexandra Palace holds a hefty 10,000, while Glasgow’s O2 Academy fits 2,500, making the Victoria Warehouse a mid-sized addition to the tour.
Tickets for the Manchester show will be available through Ticketmaster, with O2 customers gaining early access two days before the general sale. Given the demand for the original dates, fans should act quickly to secure their place. Tickets w=for those with O2 priority will be able to purchase through the link at 9am on Wednesday December 4, and general sale will begin at 9am on Friday December 6. Tickets for the London date cost £75, so fans wanting to see the Manchester show should be expecting to pay a similar amount.
Though details may shift, fans can expect Iggy Pop to deliver a career-spanning setlist, showcasing tracks from his time with The Stooges to his prolific solo career. Recent shows have opened with the Stooges’ iconic ‘T.V. Eye’ and concluded with ‘Frenzy’ from his 2023 album Every Loser, as well as the Stooges’ classic ‘1970.’
In between, audiences are treated to anthems such as ‘Lust for Life,’ ‘The Passenger,’ and ‘I Wanna Be Your Dog.’ While some hits, like ‘China Girl’ (which hasn’t been played live since 2018) remain curiously absent, the setlist leans heavily on fan favourites and high-octane crowd pleasers.
Iggy Pop on Radio 6 what a voice what a taste in tunes.
Good company while I juggle with tasks in prep of next week.— Dr Georgia Pavlopoulou (@JoPavlopoulou) June 9, 2024
Beyond his music, Iggy Pop has found a devoted UK audience through his BBC Radio 6 Music show, Iggy Confidential. Broadcasting every Sunday afternoon, the show is as eclectic as its host, spanning rock and roll classics such as Little Richard, deep cuts like Captain Beefheart’s ‘Bat Chain Puller’, and emerging artists. In 2023, his show made headlines when he hosted Tom Waits, in what one fan called a “growl-off” between the two legends and their hoarse voices.
Iggy Pop and Tom Waits having a growl-off on BBC Radio 6. Too close to call which of them is hoarser but they both make latter-day Bob Dylan sound like a boy soprano. pic.twitter.com/98rMUjp2ZU — Frank McNally (@FrankmcnallyIT) December 5, 2023
Iggy Pop’s return to Manchester marks his first performance in the city since 1993. For a city that birthed post-punk pioneers like Joy Division and The Fall—bands heavily influenced by Iggy’s early work—the concert feels like a homecoming of sorts. While the city’s musical scene has evolved, Manchester continues to celebrate its rich heritage, and Iggy Pop’s presence will undoubtedly feel like a full-circle moment for fans.
With his boundless energy and rebellious spirit, Iggy Pop’s live shows remain as electrifying as ever. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer drawn by his BBC Radio 6 presence, the Manchester date offers a rare chance to witness one of music’s true originals.
Don’t miss out—tickets are sure to sell fast. Get ready to dive into the chaos, the classics, and the charisma that define Iggy Pop.
