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The Cribs Announce Biggest Ever Hometown Gig
19 Oct
Summary
- The Cribs will headline their largest hometown concert in August 2027.
- The show celebrates 20 years since their breakthrough album 'Men's Needs, Women's Needs, Whatever'.
- This marks the band's first performance in Wakefield since 2014.
Wakefield's own indie rockers, The Cribs, have announced their largest hometown concert to date. The band is scheduled to headline an outdoor performance at Live at Tileyard North in August 2027. This significant event will commemorate the 20th anniversary of their acclaimed breakthrough album, 'Men's Needs, Women's Needs, Whatever'.
Brothers Gary, Ryan, and Ross Jarman expressed enthusiasm for the homecoming show. Gary Jarman noted the emotional significance of the venue's proximity to their former studio, Springtime. The band's determination to perform in Wakefield again was highlighted, with their last appearance being at the Long Division Festival in 2014.
The concert, supported by Leeds band ¡Forward, Russia!, will take place on August 20, 2027. The venue has previously hosted notable acts. The Cribs' ninth album, 'Selling a Vibe', previously reached Number 5 on the UK Album Chart. Reflecting on their third album, Gary described it as a true breakthrough that propelled them into the mainstream.