Wed 18 March 2026 6:30pm

Alex James' Britpop Classical

at O2 City Hall Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne

Tickets will go on sale
Fri 31st Oct 12PM

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Alex James’ Britpop Classical is coming to a venue near you in 2026! Performed by Alex James, this epic show features over 40 performers live on stage, including a full orchestra, live band and guest vocalists Phil Daniels, Saffron (Republica) and Gary Stringer (Reef).

Experience the unforgettable hits from Blur, Oasis, Pulp, Supergrass and more as the defining era meets orchestral brilliance.

Appearing:

Alex James

The multi-talented man known best as the effeminate bassist in sensational 90s Britpop act Blur, and also a member of Fat Les (responsible for #2 World Cup single 'Vindaloo'). Alex also writes for The Observer and The Independent, has written songs with Marianne Faithfull and Sophie Ellis Bextor and found a new role in life in as a cheese farmer. 2012 saw the publication of his second book; 'All Cheeses Great and Small: A Life Less Blurry.'

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Phil Daniels

Famous for his roles in Quadrophenia, Goodbye Charlie Bright and Sex, plus a myriad of productions for the RSC, RNT and the Royal Court. He also guest starred in Blur's 1994 hit record, Parklife.

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Saffron

The voice and charisma behind indie popsters Republica, ubercool Saffron is mixing her time with studio collaborations with the likes of Ed Case and Junkie XL, and getting a bit of a reputation as a clubland heroine behind the decks.

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