Tickets on sale now for The James Brown Experience autumn tour
The James Brown Family Foundation has officially united with the Experience
Last updated 1st May 2025
It's been more than 18 years since James Brown passed away at the age of 73, but that hasn't stopped the popularity of his music. The singer who released hits such as 'It's a Man's Man's Man's World' and 'Living In America', will have his songs performed by a nine-piece funk orchestra, while on a UK tour later this year.
The band, who has toured with artists such as Jamiroquai, Mark Ronson, Amy Winehouse and Martha Reeves, will bring James' music to life for fans across the UK.
This production sees The James Brown Family Foundation and The James Brown Experience unit for the immersive concert experience, starting in Carlisle on 26th September, before travelling across Scotland, England and Wales, ending in Swansea on 22nd October.
Speaking about the tour, The James Brown Family Foundation said: "This production not only honours James Brown’s extraordinary musical legacy, but it also reflects his creativity, hard work and passion. We are thrilled to see this show bring his legacy and sound to new audiences."
A description of the show reads: 'Featuring high-octane dance numbers, heart-wrenching ballads and timeless classics, it celebrates the legacy that continues to inspire generations of musicians and activists.'
What dates can you see The James Brown Experience?
Several UK dates have been announced, started in Carlisle in September, see the full list of dates below.
September 2025
Carlisle, Carlisle Sands Centre – Fri 26th
Perth, Perth Concert Hall – Sat 27th
October 2025
York, York Barbican – Wed 1st
Birmingham, Town Hall Birmingham – Thu 2nd
Harrogate, Harrogate Royal Hall – Fri 3rd
Liverpool, The Auditorium at The M&S Bank Arena – Sat 4th
London, Adelphi Theatre – Tue 7th
Bradford, St George’s Hall Bradford – Thu 9th
Ipswich, Ipswich Corn Exchange – Thu 16th
Bath, Bath Forum – Sat 18th
Leicester, De Montford Hall – Sun 19th
Swansea, Swansea Grand Theatre – Wed 22nd
How to buy tickets
You can buy tickets now from Aloud.com
What is The James Brown Family Foundation?
The Foundation was established in 2007 by James Brown’s daughter, Dr. Deanna Brown-Thomas, following his death in 2006. The Foundation 'aims to build upon her father's legacy of giving in many communities around the country.'
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