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On tour
Yes
Followers
146,790
Category
Alternative, Electronic, New Wave Alternative, Rock, Industrial
Concerts
May
17
The Telegraph Building
Belfast
Tickets
May
19
UEA LCR Norwich
Norwich
Tickets
May
20
Leadmill
Sheffield
Tickets
May
21
O2 Academy Glasgow
Glasgow
Tickets
May
23
O2 City Hall Newcastle
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Tickets
May
24
O2 Ritz Manchester
Manchester
Tickets
May
25
Roundhouse
London
Tickets
May
27
O2 Academy Bristol
Bristol
Tickets
May
28
Tramshed
Cardiff
Tickets
May
30
O2 Academy Bournemouth
Bournemouth
Tickets
May
31
O2 Institute Birmingham
Birmingham
Tickets
Jun
01
Rock City
Nottingham
Tickets
Jun
03
O2 Academy Leeds
Leeds
Tickets
Jun
04
O2 Academy Liverpool
Liverpool
Tickets
Jun
05
O2 Ritz Manchester
Manchester
Tickets
Jun
06
O2 Ritz Manchester
Manchester
Tickets
Jun
08
Roundhouse
London
Tickets
Jun
09
Roundhouse
London
Tickets
About Gary Numan
May, 1979. It’s an ordinary Thursday evening, which means it’s time for Top of the Pops. Amidst a zeitgeist of punk and disco, the show suddenly appears to be interrupted by a transmission from the future. A luminous synth riff echoes out, a beat drives on and upsteps an otherworldly figure - part robot, part alien - to deliver an enigmatic lyric depicting some kind of android existence in a dystopian future. It’s Gary Numan fronting Tubeway Army for their breakthrough hit ‘Are ‘Friends’ Electric?’.
Of the millions that are watching, few would’ve recognised that this moment foreshadows the shape of music to come, from synth-pop to industrial and alt-pop. That, however, can’t stop it igniting the imagination of an audience that would swell into a devoted following.
Fast-forward to January, 2021. Numan’s latest single ‘Intruder’ pulsates ominously as if it’s soundtracking an imminent threat. As austere synths loom like shadows and industrial beats are detonated, the beguiling hook towers like a beacon in the darkness. It’s visionary and venomous, with a narrative that imagines the Earth growing angry at mankind's actions, and more than willing to fight back. In the accompanying video, Numan looks even more out of time than he did back in 1979, like an intergalactic refugee fighting for his own existence.
Those two songs show how Numan has consistently fought against the grain to stick resolutely to his creative vision. In a career that spans over forty years, the music evolves and the themes change. But fans remain fascinated by Numan for the very fact that he’s so uncompromising.
Any story charting four decades will be a mixed blessing of momentous highs and meagre lows. The achievements are remarkable for someone who never made any concessions to mainstream success. Seven Top 10 singles, including ‘Are ‘Friends’ Electric?’ and the debut solo hit ‘Cars’; seven Top 10 albums, three of which topped the charts; and huge critical acclaim, most notably with the Inspiration Award at the prestigious Ivor Novellos.
Naturally, there were times when Numan was very much not in vogue. Sure, there would be ripples of rediscovery but there were years when his increasingly conceptual albums were primarily embraced by hardcore fans. He wasn’t troubling the charts, but audiences were still flocking to see him perform - almost every UK tour would include a sold-out show at the 5000 capacity Hammersmith Apollo.
Gradually, though, praise from Nine Inch Nails, Prince and David Bowie led to a reappraisal of his work. And that has been magnified in recent years with Kanye West, Lady Gaga and Dave Grohil citing him as an influence.
And so, a new narrative emerged. An unlikely icon returned to the top while making music that was darker, fiercer and more inventive than ever.
‘Splinter (Songs From A Broken Mind)’ set the ball rolling by peaking at #20 in 2013, its precise, post-industrial sound delving into Numan’s experiences with depression. He started a new deal with BMG in 2017 and released ‘Savage (Songs From A Broken World)’, an album which depicted earth as a barren wasteland in which humanity and culture had been largely crushed by the effects of global warming.
His forthcoming album ‘Intruder’ presents a fresh but complementary narrative. It’s a philosophical examination of a potential future apocalypse: the planet can only survive by purging its inhabitants.
Numan explains: “‘Intruder’ looks at climate change from the planet’s point of view. If Earth could speak, and feel things the way we do, what would it say? How would it feel? The songs, for the most part, attempt to be that voice, or at least try to express what I believe the earth must feel at the moment.
The planet sees us as its children now grown into callous selfishness, with a total disregard for it’s well being. It feels betrayed, hurt and ravaged. Disillusioned and heartbroken it is now fighting back. Essentially, it considers human kind to be a virus attacking the planet. Climate change is the undeniable sign of the Earth saying enough is enough, and finally doing what it needs to do to get rid of us, and explaining why it feels it has to do it.”
Partially written and recorded during lockdown, it’s no surprise that current circumstances have been assimilated into its themes. It’s especially evident in ‘The Gift’, which evolves from a sparse introduction into a resonant Middle-Eastern sonic motif. It imagines Covid-19 as the first weapon that the planet deploys in order to eradicate mankind and once again flourish.
While anger and vengeance rage in its opening chapters, ‘Intruder’ charts a wider spectrum of emotions. ‘Is This World Not Enough’ and ‘A Black Sun’ exude regret and then despair that this fate could’ve been avoided. The finale presents a black-hearted double-bill to bring the curtain down on the tale. First ‘Now And Forever’ offers a hope of eternity in the end days during its theatrical intensity, before the sparse, sorrowful ‘The End Of Dragons’ ends on the chilling reminder that what’s broken can’t always be fixed.
Collectively the album proves that Numan’s creative spark shows no sign of being extinguished.
That’s just a snapshot of the tale behind one of music’s most singular talents. The full story can be found in Numan’s critically acclaimed autobiography ‘(R)evolution’, which The Observer described as an, “exhaustive, entertaining and often poignant life story.” What comes next will surely be just as intriguing.
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What fans are saying
Toby
Absolutely amazing such a good mix between his new music and old music the support act (Kanga) was beyond brilliant as she had such a strong presence on stage. Gary Numan manages to entertain the audience effortlessly in response to the technical issues throughout the performance. I thoroughly loved every minute of it absolutely worth going to see him every time.
Worthing Assembly Hall
Worthing, United Kingdom
Sep 24, 2019
Bones
It was an excellent show. Last night of the tour and the last show with his drummer of 30 years. He got very emotional and actually left the stage in tears after thanking his whole touring staff, band members and the audience. It’s the most I’ve ever seen him engage the audience. A concert I will remember for ever!!
First Avenue
Minneapolis, MN
Sep 12, 2022
STeve
First time seeing Gary Numen (On my concert Bucket List). Overwhelmingly One of my all time FAV concerts. Could not believe the energy Numan had. His stage show was awesome. Band was tight and scary and Numan sang every word of his songs.
Opening band Front Line Assembly was also way better than expected. Headliner band Ministry was underwhelming…
Rialto Theatre
Tucson, AZ
Apr 06, 2024
Angela
Did not disappoint! From the first spin of The Pleasure Principle, I was hooked. Have never had the opportunity to attend a show, and it blew me away. A great venue, intimate - which allowed Gary’s music to really shine. Trying to figure out how to get to another show!!
Crescent Ballroom
Phoenix, AZ
Sep 07, 2018
Bill
Gary Newman was great as usual. But the music box is a venue is my least favorite place. Idiots had a fire alarm go off that they couldn't turn off and delayed the show. And they don't turn down the lighting over the Boost or the people standing under the lights it's f****** b*******
Music Box
San Diego, CA
Apr 11, 2024
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Gary Numan Tour Cities
Birmingham, United Kingdom
London, United Kingdom
Nottingham, United Kingdom
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Manchester, United Kingdom
Cardiff, United Kingdom
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Belfast, United Kingdom
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Leeds, United Kingdom
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Norwich, United Kingdom
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gary Numan
Concerts & Tour Date Information
Is Gary Numan on tour?
Yes, Gary Numan is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming
Gary Numan concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Gary Numan tour
is scheduled for 18 dates across 14 cities. Get
information on all upcoming tour dates and tickets for 2024-2025 with Hypebot.
How many upcoming tour dates is Gary Numan scheduled to play?
Gary Numan is scheduled to play 18 shows between 2024-2025. Buy
concert tickets to a nearby show through Hypebot.
When does the Gary Numan tour start?
Gary Numan’s tour starts May 17, 2024 and ends on Jun 09, 2024.
They will play 14 cities; their most recent concert was held in
Belfast at The Telegraph Building and their next upcoming concert
will be in London at Roundhouse.
What venues is Gary Numan performing at?
As part of the Gary Numan tour, Gary Numan is scheduled to play across the following
venues and cities:
2024 Tour Dates:
May 17 - Belfast,
NIR @ The Telegraph Building
May 19 - Norwich,
United Kingdom @ UEA LCR Norwich
May 20 - Sheffield,
SY @ Leadmill
May 21 - Glasgow,
Scotland @ O2 Academy Glasgow
May 23 - Newcastle Upon Tyne,
United Kingdom @ O2 City Hall Newcastle
May 24 - Manchester,
United Kingdom @ O2 Ritz Manchester
May 25 - London,
United Kingdom @ Roundhouse
May 27 - Bristol,
England @ O2 Academy Bristol
May 28 - Cardiff,
United Kingdom @ Tramshed
May 30 - Bournemouth,
England @ O2 Academy Bournemouth
May 31 - Birmingham,
United Kingdom @ O2 Institute Birmingham
Jun 01 - Nottingham,
ENG @ Rock City
Jun 03 - Leeds,
England @ O2 Academy Leeds
Jun 04 - Liverpool,
United Kingdom @ O2 Academy Liverpool
Jun 05 - Manchester,
United Kingdom @ O2 Ritz Manchester
Jun 06 - Manchester,
United Kingdom @ O2 Ritz Manchester
Jun 08 - London,
United Kingdom @ Roundhouse
Jun 09 - London,
United Kingdom @ Roundhouse