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Wales Online
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
A night with Elbow at Cardiff Castle, goosebumps and all
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info I'm a bit guilty of not really making the most of the live music we have in the capital often enough. This summer, as is becoming the norm, there's something for everyone in terms of gigs in Wales' capital. Sting, Will Smith, Stevie Wonder, Stereophonics? Oh, and a group of fellas from Manchester, you might have heard them mentioned. But the one I knew I wanted to see was Elbow partly because they're the exact sort of band the venue calls out for. As part of this summer's TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle they were joined by The Coral and Billie Marten. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here Elbow were preceeded by Snow Patrol the night before, and you can read that review here. This night, there was a weather warning for thunderstorms and there was a mass arrival of ponchos and waterproofs required partway through the set. I'd listen to Guy Garvey in most places. His haunting, effortless voice is, many years of music in, nothing short of lovely. The castle really is a special venue and suited them down to the crowd. The last time I went to one of the Depot Live gigs at the castle I saw a Faithless DJ set and it lends itself to a jump around just as much as a sway to Elbow. In a set just shy of two hours, Elbow performed 20 songs, mixing old and new. Starting with 2008's Starlings, he quipped some of the material to come would be older than some audience members. Next came Lovers Leap. Other tracks included Lippy Kids, Magnificent, Kindling, Mirrorball and Seldom Seen Kid. But they could only close with One Day Like This, a song so beautiful, even the rain stopped in time for us to enjoy it in all its glory. Garvey apologised for his voice being not 100% but it wasn't noticeable from where we were. It was never going to be a raucous gig, but even the most mellow of tunes were brought to life by the band, with a seemingly endless supply of instruments and vocals to boot. Garvey knew how to get the crowd growing, a vocal warm up for the final, goosebump-inducing number was a lovely touch. An effortlessly talented band who seem to still love what they do, one day like this a year really would see me right. The other TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle gigs are: June 13 Elbow with The Coral and Billie Marten June 20 Jamie Jones and Chris Stussy June 25 Maribou State with Jitwam and Anish Kumar June 26 The Script and Tom Walker June 28 Sting and The Lilacs and Sophie Grey July 8 The Human League with Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey and Blancmange July 10 James and Shed Seven and Jamie Webster July 13 Rag 'n' Bone Man and Elles Bailey July 19 Rock the Castle - Funeral for Friend, The Blackout, Punk Rock Factory and more July 20 UB40 Ft Ali Campbell with Bitty McClean and Reggae Roast Ft Mr Williamsz July 26 Depot in the Castle Jess Glynne Maximo Park, Sigma, Kate Nash, Professor Green, GLC and Blue Dolphin Wranglers. July 30 Fontaines CD with Kae Tempest and High Vis July 31 Pet Shop Boys and Dave Pearce August 1 Faithless with Kosheen and Chicane August 20 and 21 Tom Jones with Stone Foundation August 24 Basement Jaxx with Ezra Collective and Eats Everything August 25 Will Smith with Nile Rodgers and Chic
Wales Online
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Snow Patrol light up Cardiff Castle as summer season of gigs gets underway
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Snow Patrol lit up Cardiff Castle as they kicked off a summer of music in spectacular fashion, the first of 19 gigs set against one of the most beautiful backdrops in the UK. With the castle's imposing keep bathed in golden twilight, the surroundings were every bit as much a part of the experience as the music itself, a stunning venue that turned a concert into something truly atmospheric. Despite thunderstorms circling the area for much of the day, the skies held and the rain stayed away, adding a touch of drama without dampening a thing as the TK Maxx presents Depot Live gigs got underway. The Northern Irish-Scottish rockers – fronted by Gary Lightbody with longtime members Nathan Connolly and Johnny McDaid – performed a hit-packed set to a delighted crowd. Take Back The City was the opener swiftly followed by Chocolate and Called Out in the Dark before Lightbody belted out the multi-award-winning Run. Open Your Eyes and You're All I Have also featured while an anthemic Chasing Cars was greeted with a roar from the crowd before the night ended with What If This Is All The Love and Just Say Yes. Opening the night was alt-indie band The Florentinas followed by Freya Ridings with a powerful set, her distinctive voice soaring across the castle grounds. A standout moment came when she performed her hit Castles, beaming as she told the crowd it was the first time she'd ever sung the song in an actual castle - a bit of poetic symmetry the audience clearly appreciated. The acoustics at the open-air gig are excellent, with Ridings' voice reverberating around the castle walls. But it was Snow Patrol who truly electrified the night. Frontman Lightbody was in his element from the moment he stepped on stage. Warm, animated and clearly thrilled to be there, his infectious energy rippled through the crowd. He joked along with a persistent heckler shouting requests for Chasing Cars promising them that the hit would be played . When the band finally launched into their most famous song, it became a communal singalong, echoing off the ancient stone walls. Lightbody told a self-deprecating story about the first time in the band's 31-year history he got a place name wrong, once welcoming an audience in Hull by accidentally calling it Cardiff — the night after a show in the Welsh capital. He told the crowd that on his deathbed, he would still be apologising.. It was a night full of heart, humour, and brilliant music - a perfect beginning to what promises to be a magical summer at Cardiff Castle continuing with Elbow tonight. If last night is anything to go by, this historic venue isn't just hosting gigs - it's becoming part of the show. The other gigs are: June 13 Elbow with The Coral and Billie Marten June 20 Jamie Jones and Chris Stussy June 25 Maribou State with Jitwam and Anish Kumar June 26 The Script and Tom Walker June 28 Sting and The Lilacs and Sophie Grey July 8 The Human League with Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey and Blancmange July 10 James and Shed Seven and Jamie Webster July 13 Rag 'n' Bone Man and Elles Bailey July 19 Rock the Castle - Funeral for Friend, The Blackout, Punk Rock Factory and more July 20 UB40 Ft Ali Campbell with Bitty McClean and Reggae Roast Ft Mr Williamsz July 26 Depot in the Castle Jess Glynne Maximo Park, Sigma, Kate Nash, Professor Green, GLC and Blue Dolphin Wranglers. July 30 Fontaines CD with Kae Tempest and High Vis July 31 Pet Shop Boys and Dave Pearce August 1 Faithless with Kosheen and Chicane August 20 and 21 Tom Jones with Stone Foundation August 24 Basement Jaxx with Ezra Collective and Eats Everything August 25 Will Smith with Nile Rodgers and Chic
South Wales Argus
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Full list of road closures in place for Cardiff Castle gigs
Snow Patrol and Elbow will take to the stage as headliners for TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle 2025 on Thursday and Friday, respectively. These are the first gigs in what promises to be an action-packed summer at the Cardiff Castle-based event, with other headliners including Sir Tom Jones, Will Smith, Pet Shop Boys and Rag'N'Bone Man. SNOW PATROL - JUST ANNOUNCED 🚨🔥️ @ 4 mates, like & RT for your chance to win 5 x tickets for you & your friends (every tag is a new entry) 🤝 📍 @cardiff_castlehttps:// Presents DEPOT Live Series 2025 // @snowpatrol — DEPOTLIVE (@DEPOTLIVE1) January 20, 2025 Full list of road closures for Snow Patrol and Elbow concerts at Cardiff Castle The following roads in Cardiff, according to Cardiff Council, will be closed between 9pm and midnight on Thursday and Friday (June 12 and 13): Castle Street Duke Street Kingsway Cowbridge Road East (from Cathedral Road through to Westgate Street) These closures will also affect various bus services, including the 9 21/23 27 28 30 44/45 49/50 52 57/58 There will be diversions in place for these services, more details of which can be found on the Cardiff Bus website. 🎤 Elbow @ Cardiff Castle 📅 Friday 13th June 2025 ⚠️ Road Closures / Diversions Click the link below for more info ⬇️ — Cardiff Bus (@Cardiffbus) June 11, 2025 Cardiff Castle concerts to cause road closures until August This round of closures will be the first of many, with the same roads set to be shut off for all the TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle 2025 concerts, which run until August 25. TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle 2025 concerts Thursday, June 12 – Snow Patrol, Freya Ridings and The Florentinas June 13 – Elbow, The Coral and Billie Marten June 20 – Jamie Jones and Chris Stussy June 25 – Maribou State, Jimwam and Anish Kumar June 26 - Script and Tom Walker June 28 – Sting, The Lilacs and Sophie Grey July 6 - Human League, Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey and Blancmange July 10 – James, Shed Seven and Jamie Webster July 13 - Rag'N'Bone Man and Elles Bailey ELLES BAILEY July 19 – Rock the Castle: Funeral for a Friend, The Blackout, Punk Rock Factory and more July 20 - UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, Bitty McLean, Reggae Roast featuring Mr Williamz July 26 – DEPOT in Castle: Jess Glynne, Maximo Park, Sigma, Kate Nash, Professor Green, GLC and Blue Dolphin Wranglers July 30 – Fontaines DC, Kae Temoest and High Vis July 31 - Pet Shop Boys and Dave Pearce August 1 - Faithless, Kosheen and Chicane August 20 – Sir Tom Jones and Stone Foundation August 21 - Sir Tom Jones and Stone Foundation August 24 – Basement Jax, Ezra Collective and Eats Everything August 25 - Will Smith, Nile Rodgers and Chic RECOMMENDED READING: Are tickets still available for TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle 2025 Tickets are still available for the TK Maxx presents DEPOT Live at Cardiff Castle 2025 concerts. They can be found on the Ticketmaster or DEPOT Live website (a link to which can be found above).
Wales Online
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Elbow at Cardiff Castle 2025: Event times, line-up, set list, banned items and more
Elbow at Cardiff Castle 2025: Event times, line-up, set list, banned items and more Elbow will be joining a jam-packed line up of music at Cardiff Castle this summer Guy Garvey from Elbow performs the live show at Co-op Live on May 14, 2024 in Manchester (Image: 2024 Shirlaine Forrest: Getty ) Cardiff is set for one of its biggest summers of live music, and on Friday, June 13, all eyes will be on Elbow. The Mercury Prize-winning band will headline the second night of TK Maxx presents Depot Live at Cardiff Castle, following Thursday's opening show from Snow Patrol. The gig is part of a packed season of live music at the historic venue, which will host 19 headline shows across the summer. Known for their powerful ballads and singalong anthems, Elbow are sure to deliver a memorable set under the evening skies. With support from supporting indie stars, it's already sounding like a night to remember, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the striking castle - and to ensure you have the best time if you're going - here is all of the information you need to know to set you up for a great night. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here When are Elbow performing at Cardiff Castle 2025? They will be performing at the incredible venue in Cardiff city centre on Thursday, June 13. Event timings for Elbow at Cardiff Castle Doors open at 5pm, and last entry is at 8.30pm, so arrive with plenty of time to settle in. General admission guests should enter via the North Gate (Bute Park entrance), while VIP and accessible ticket holders use the South Gate on the city‑centre side. We do not currently have stage times and will update this article as we get them. Line-up for Elbow at Cardiff Castle Joining Elbow is the indie rock band The Coral, who are best known for their psych-folk and alternative rock sound, with James Skelly as the frontman. Also performing that night is singer‑songwriter Billie Marten, who takes inspiration from popular artists including Damien Rice and Kate Bush. Set list for Elbow at Cardiff Castle Mark Potter, Guy Garvey and Richard Jupp of Elbow performing on stage at Blackheath Common in London (Image: 2015 Gus Stewart - Getty ) While there is no specified set list for Elbow, we are expecting Elbow to deliver some of their signature tunes including tracks like 'One Day Like This' and 'Grounds for Divorce' which would feel particularly epic outside at the castle in such a stunning location. Banned items for Elbow at Cardiff Castle Chairs, portable furniture, inflatables, or foldable furniture are not allowed into the area. Food and drink are not permitted however there are food and drink concessions within the event. One sealed water bottle is allowed per person, a maximum of 500ml. One empty reusable water bottle is permitted. There will be free water refill stations at the venue. If you have a medical condition, then a doctor's note will permit diet-specific food and drink only. Assistant dogs are permitted on site. If you are bringing a registered assistant dog, please do let Depot know in the accessible requirements form that is emailed to you by Ticketmaster after purchasing accessible tickets. Alternatively, please contact them at access@ Small bags/rucksacks are permitted. Bag searches will be in operation. The full list of banned items are: Alcohol Signs Luggage Computers, laptops, iPads and tablets Large bags over A4 Selfie sticks Professional cameras Cans Drugs Helmets Air horns Lasers Animals except guide dogs Glass bottles Spray cans Flags Umbrellas Chairs Flares or fireworks Toxic substances Weapons (including replicas) Perfumes Explosives, signalling devices, smoking devices, and very-lights Medicines without a prescription or justification Skateboards and other personal motorised and non-motorised vehicles Knives, syringes, and scalpels Are there still tickets left for Elbow at Cardiff Castle? There are still tickets available for Elbow, at Cardiff Castle, with tickets starting at £63.80. You can buy them here. How to enter for Elbow at Cardiff Castle General admission for Elbow at Cardiff Castle is via North Gate, at the back of the castle. Extra information for Elbow at Cardiff Castle The event is outdoors and will go ahead unless there is extreme weather so you might need to pack your sun cream or your raincoat. All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Children aged 2 and under can attend for free and don't require a ticket. All other children must have a full-price ticket to enter the festival. There is no parking available at the Castle. The closest alternative car parks are the NCPs on Westgate Street, Cardiff Arms Park, or Sophia Gardens. The venue is cashless, including all food concessions and bars. Article continues below If available official merchandise will be available to purchase within the festival.
Daily Mail
31-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Man behind the music Tim Leiweke hits all the right notes
Inside Co-op Live the stage is set. As I arrive, the finishing touches are being put to the Bruce Springsteen gig – the first of three shows 'The Boss' is performing at Europe's largest indoor entertainment arena. Sniffer dogs weave along the myriad rows of the 23,500-seater stadium – a timely reminder of the essential security measures that mass-event organisers routinely take following the suicide bombing of the nearby Manchester Arena eight years ago that killed 22 concertgoers. But for Tim Leiweke this is more than just another day in the office. The American boss of Oak View Group, the entertainment giant that runs Co-op Live, is revelling in the news that the venue has just been voted the top arena in the UK and Europe, selling over one million tickets and grossing £87 million in its first, eventful year. It's a far cry from the chaotic launch of Co-op Live, which was dogged by technical delays and safety concerns that led to a slew of performances from the likes of comedian Peter Kay and singer Olivia Rodrigo being cancelled at the last minute. PR Week magazine called it one of the biggest corporate communications disasters of the year. 'Everyone was wondering whether we were going to get it open or not,' Leiweke recalls. After a month of setbacks the troubled arena, which cost £450 million to build, finally opened with hometown band Elbow headlining. He says he kept telling the band's lead singer Guy Garvey: 'It's going to be ready, trust me!' Leiweke adds: 'He ignored the headlines and came. It turned out that was kind of the line in the sand. Everything got easier after that.' Garvey wasn't the only one to help him out during the crisis. 'Paul McCartney did us a favour and played two nights in December,' the Missouri-born entertainment mogul says in his deep southern drawl. And Springsteen, who was booked for the opening, also re-scheduled after Leiweke persuaded him to play 'the best acoustics arena in the world'. Leiweke, 68, was able to pull these strings because he is very well connected – and not just in the music industry. He was dubbed David Beckham's 'American mentor' after luring the former Manchester Utd and England footballer from Real Madrid to LA Galaxy, which was owned by the Anschutz Entertainment Group (AEG) he ran at the time. He still speaks to Beckham 'every week'. Leiweke's vast experience and contacts served him well during the Co-op Live launch drama. 'When you're in the business for 45 years the good news is you develop a lot of good relationships,' he reflects. 'If you treat people well, if you honour your word, and if you build the greatest acoustical arena ever built artists will want to play here.' Co-op Live is the 20th entertainment venue he has built, including London's O2 Arena, which as head of AEG he transformed from the ailing Millennium Dome. 'I've done more of these projects than anyone on the face of the Earth. It ultimately teaches you to learn to be patient,' he adds. Leiweke points out that 'there's never been a perfect' launch and cites Tottenham and Wembley football grounds as examples of other delayed openings. He also praises the patience and perspective of Co-op Live's backers, including the deep-pocketed Abu Dhabi-based owners of neighbouring Manchester City, who put up half the money for the arena. Leiweke, who founded Oak View Group in 2015, told them to trust him and 'they hung in there with us'. He adds: 'We built this arena for 50 years, not 30 days.' It's a lesson that won't be lost on the Co-op as the retailer, which owns the naming rights to the arena, grapples with the fallout from a recent cyberattack. Part of Leiweke's confidence that it would be all right on the night stems from his faith in the arena itself. A unique acoustical bowl minimises background noise with all advertising and signage inside removed. 'It's a black box, like it's a theatre. It means you can have 24,000 people here and Bruce can sit on stage and feel like he can touch every one of them. We've built the perfect environment,' he gushes. Backstage it's like a five-star hotel with 13 hospitality lounges – or 'clubs' – 14 dressing rooms, a gym, even a recording studio. Leiweke says: 'It's a city back there.' It's certainly gone down well with artists. Opera legend Andrea Bocelli told Leiweke Co-op Live was 'the best sound check he'd ever heard' while Liam Gallagher of Oasis said the only comparable arena in the world was Madison Square Garden in New York. 'We knew we had something special,' Leiweke says. 'We knew that would shine through. We just had to get people and artists in here.' Co-op Live has also given the local economy a £1.3 billion boost as concert-goers spent money in Manchester's bars, clubs, and restaurants. Leiweke is proud that the arena – and a new 460-room hotel that will come on stream nearby next year – have been built without a penny of taxpayer subsidy. As for his next project, Leiweke is eyeing an even bigger arena in London to rival the 20,000-seater 02. He points out that New York and Los Angeles each have four such venues whereas London has only one. But for now, his focus is on Co-op Live, where there are still a few 'nicks and nacks' to sort out before that night's extravaganza. Muhammad Ali once told him that the mark of a great champion was not the boxer who's never been knocked down – it's the boxer who gets knocked down and keeps on getting up. 'That advice was perfect for this building,' says Leiweke. 'When you get knocked down, get back up and keep on fighting.'
