Tom Walker reveals the unusual cold remedy to keep him well in autumn

It sounds pretty nasty!

Hattie Pearson and Tom Walker
Author: Anna Sky MagliolaPublished 3rd Oct 2024
Last updated 28th Oct 2024

'Holy Ghost' singer Tom Walker has now been announced for Hits Radio Live Birmingham, which takes place on 22nd November at bp pulse LIVE arena, along with the line-up of Olly Alexander, Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Sigala, Joel Corry, Ella Henderson, and Sugababes.

Get your tickets here for Friday 22nd November 2024 Hits Radio Live Birmingham at the bp pulse LIVE arena

With Tom's voice being his livelihood, as autumn is setting in, Hits Radio's Hattie Pearson wanted to know how the singer makes sure he doesn't get ill, and she wasn't expecting the answer he gave.

"Garlic and honey," Tom explained. "It's not the nicest... garlic and honey... raw."

When Hattie heard this she couldn't believe it and asked him to repeat when he explained you put honey on raw garlic and eat it! "If I think I'm coming down with something, and sometimes that saves it," he revealed. "It's alright, the honey makes it more bearable, but it's still a bit intense if I'm honest!"

He went on to admit: "There's got to be a lot of teeth-brushing after that, yes, several mouthwashes going after the raw cloves of garlic and honey, but yeah, that does seem to actually help sometimes, I will say that."

Tom went on to reveal what creature comfort he likes when he on the road, but it isn't what you might expect... it's a Sainsbury's Basic pillow! The singer explained: "(I miss) my own bed and my own pillow, I try to remember it (on tour). I've forgotten it a few times, but know which pillow is mine now, and I'm very basic.

"The Sainsbury's Basic pillow is the only pillow I need in my life, shout out to Sainsbury's! I will say... Premier Inn, best bed out of any hotel, in my opinion that bed and that pillow combination feels like home to me."

Get your tickets here for Friday 22nd November 2024 Hits Radio Live Birmingham at the bp pulse LIVE arena

Tom will be joining us at Hits Radio Live Birmingham in November, and ticket are now on sale. Buy tickets now!

Who is performing at Hits Radio Live 2024? Here's the full line-up across the two gigs:

Leigh-Anne

Little Mix's Leigh-Anne will be performing at Hits Radio Live Birmingham on the 22nd November. It will be the first time the solo artist has performed in Birmingham AND her first time at Hits Radio Live. Make sure you don't miss out, get your tickets now!

Teddy Swims

The incredible Teddy Swims will be joining us in Manchester on the 23rd November at the Co-op Live Arena. He will be performing some of his hit tracks including the HUGE 'Lose Control'. Don't miss out on his first time performing at the new Co-op Live for Hits Radio Live Manchester!

Tom Grennan

Tom Grennan will be joining us in Birmingham on Friday 22nd November at bp pulse LIVE, and then in Manchester on the 23rd November. Tom Grennan comes to Hits Radio Live, straight off the back of his latest sold out headline show at Gunnersbury Park. He's sure to wow crowds at the Co-op Live Arena, don't miss out!

Joel Corry

You asked for a party, and we delivered. The unbelievable Joel Corry will be bringing the house down at the bp pulse LIVE Arena in Birmingham on the 22nd November. Get your tickets and your dancing shoes now!

Perrie

Perrie will be joining us for her very first Hits Radio Live as a solo artist. She'll be taking to the stage in Manchester at the Co-op Live Arena. She promises to bring the energy to the night, don't miss out!

Olly Alexander

Years & Years front man Olly Alexander will be joining us in Birmingham on the 22nd November. He'll be bringing the party along with the rest of the star-studded line-up at the bp pulse LIVE Arena! Get your tickets now!

Jax Jones

The unbelievable Jax Jones will be joining us at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester on the 23rd November. He is known for putting on absolutely incredible shows and we cannot wait for him to return to Hits Radio Live later this year. Get your tickets NOW!

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Rita Ora

Pop icon, Rita Ora, will be joining us in Manchester for an unbelievable set of her biggest hits. Want to see the 'Black Widow' and 'Hot Right Now' star? Then what are you waiting for? Get your tickets now...

Tom Walker

The 'Leave a Light On' and 'Just You and I' singer is back at Hits Radio Live this November in Birmingham. Tom Walker is known for his incredible performances and we can't wait to have him on the Hits Radio Live Stage!

Clean Bandit

Clean Bandit will be coming to Manchester to perform at the Co-op Live Arena on the 23rd November. They'll be back at Hits Radio Live playing some of their huge worldwide hits such as 'Rather Be' and 'Rockabye'. Don't miss out and make sure you get your tickets now!

Cian Ducrot

Cian Ducrot will be joining us at Hits Radio Live in Manchester on the 23rd November. He'll be wow-ing the crowds with his incredible hits 'I'll Be Waiting' and 'All For You'. You won't want to miss this. Get your tickets now!

KSI

The legend that is KSI will be joining the line-up in Manchester on the 23rd November. He'll be performing some of his top hits like 'Not Over Yet' and 'Holiday' for you at the Co-op Live Arena! Join us for a huge party... get your tickets now

Sugababes

We heard you and we've got you. Pop icons Sugababes will be joining the line-up in Birmingham for an incredible night of their biggest hits - you know the ones... Don't miss this, get your tickets now!

Sigala

Sigala will be raising the roof at the bp pulse LIVE Arena in Birmingham on the 22nd November! Don't miss out on this incredible party

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