Former Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft is set to take the stage at Kew The Music 2024, headlining the event on Sunday, July 14. The performance, titled ‘An Evening with Richard Ashcroft,’ is part of the annual week-long festival of picnic concerts held at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, Richmond, London.

Ashcroft, a two-time Ivor Novello winner, is expected to showcase his extensive body of work, including tracks from his latest album, ‘Acoustic Hymns‘ which reached No.2 in the UK Album Chart in 2022.The former Britpop sensation will not be alone on stage with special guests yet to be announced to join him for the evening. The event is scheduled to begin at 5:00 pm.

In addition to Richard Ashcroft, the 2024 lineup includes pop sensation Mika, set to headline on Tuesday, July 9, and Passenger to perform on Thursday, July 11. Following the success of their 2023 reunion tour, JLS will command the stage on Friday, July 12. The festival also offers ‘An Evening in Conversation with Monty Don’ on Monday, July 8, providing a unique blend of music and dialogue throughout the week.

Further acts for the 2024 edition, including headliners for Wednesday, July 10, and Saturday, July 13, are yet to be revealed.

Kew The Music, celebrated for its picturesque setting at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Kew Gardens, has a rich history of hosting renowned artists as part of its Heritage Live concert series. Past performers to have graced the stage include The Human League, Van Morrison, Billy Ocean, and Mary J Blige.

The festival spans a week, featuring diverse picnic concerts designed to cater to a wide spectrum of musical tastes and interests. The festival organisers aim to create an immersive experience for attendees, combining music with the serene and iconic beauty of Kew Gardens. Guests are encouraged to bring their own food and drink to the event, making it a distinctive feature in the British festival calendar.

Alongside Kew The Music, Richard Ashcroft has announced his return to hometown Wigan, with a show scheduled for July 20 at Robin Park. This signifies his first hometown performance in over 25 years in the town where his illustrious career began.

For those eager to partake in the Kew The Music 2024 experience, tickets are currently on sale and are available for purchase here, and additional announcements are anticipated in the months leading up to the event. Stay tuned for further headliner updates on what promises to be a notable highlight in the summer music calendar.