Robbie Williams has confirmed he will perform at the Liverpool Olympia on February 6th, 2026, to coincide with the release of his new studio album, Britpop. The announcement is part of a series of UK shows scheduled for early 2026, supporting the album which features collaborations with several notable musicians.
The new record is described by Williams as a return to the guitar-led, anthemic sound of the mid-1990s. The release of a new single, 'Pretty Face', accompanies the tour and album news.
Key Takeaways
- Liverpool Concert: Robbie Williams will play at the Liverpool Olympia on February 6th, 2026.
- New Album 'Britpop': The show date marks the official release day for his new album.
- UK Tour Dates: The Liverpool performance is part of a wider UK tour, with shows also planned for London and Wolverhampton.
- High-Profile Collaborations: The album includes contributions from Chris Martin, Gary Barlow, and Tony Iommi.
- Chart Record Potential: If Britpop reaches number one, it will be Williams' 16th chart-topping album in the UK.
Liverpool Show to Launch New Album 'Britpop'
Robbie Williams has officially announced a performance in Liverpool as part of a tour supporting his upcoming album, Britpop. The singer is scheduled to appear at the historic Liverpool Olympia on Friday, February 6th, 2026. This date is particularly significant as it is the same day the new album will be released worldwide.
The Liverpool show is one of several dates confirmed across England and Scotland. Following the performance in Liverpool, Williams will play at the O2 Academy Brixton in London on February 8th and Wolverhampton's Civic Hall on February 9th, with more dates expected to be announced.
This tour follows a more intimate performance in 2025, where the singer played at Dingwalls in Camden. That show was billed as "the smallest show of Robbie’s career," creating a contrast with the larger venues planned for the 2026 tour.
A Nod to the 1990s Music Scene
The album's title, Britpop, and its artwork directly reference a defining era in British music. The cover features a photograph of Robbie Williams in a red tracksuit, an outfit he famously wore while attending the Glastonbury Festival in 1995, shortly after his departure from Take That and at the height of the Britpop movement.
The Sound and Inspiration Behind the New Record
In a statement about the album, Robbie Williams explained his creative motivation. He described the project as the album he wished he had made immediately after leaving the boyband Take That in 1995.
"I set out to create the album that I wanted to write and release after I left Take That in 1995. It was the peak of Britpop and a golden age for British music. I’ve worked with some of my heroes on this album; it’s raw, there are more guitars and it’s an album that’s even more upbeat and anthemic than usual."
Williams, now 51, emphasized the album's musical direction. He added, "There’s some ‘Brit’ in there and there’s certainly some ‘pop’ too – I’m immensely proud of this as a body of work and I’m excited for fans to hear this album."
Collaborations with Music Icons
To capture the essence of the era, Williams collaborated with several prominent figures from the music industry. The album features contributions from:
- Chris Martin: The frontman of Coldplay.
- Gaz Coombes: The lead singer of Supergrass.
- Tony Iommi: The legendary guitarist of Black Sabbath.
- Gary Barlow: Williams' former bandmate from Take That.
The inclusion of these artists suggests a diverse yet cohesive sound, rooted in the guitar-driven pop and rock that dominated the UK charts in the mid-90s.
New Music Released
The tour announcement coincides with the release of a new single titled 'Pretty Face'. This track follows three other songs already shared from the album: 'Rocket', 'Spies', and 'Human', giving fans a preview of the record's sound.
Potential for a New UK Chart Record
The release of Britpop carries historical significance for Robbie Williams' career. If the album reaches the top of the UK albums chart, it will become his 16th number-one album. This achievement would see him surpass The Beatles, who have held the record for many years.
Williams has a long history of chart success. His solo career, which began after leaving Take That, has produced numerous number-one albums, including Life Thru A Lens (1997), I’ve Been Expecting You (1998), Escapology (2002), and Intensive Care (2005).
He has also secured seven number-one singles in the UK, with hits such as 'Millennium', 'Rock DJ', and 'Candy' becoming staples of British pop music.
A Look Back at a Storied Career
This new project comes after several years of introspection and career reflection for the artist. In 2023, he was the subject of a self-titled Netflix documentary series. The four-part series offered a candid look at his career, documenting his struggles with addiction and mental health issues alongside his global fame.
Prior to the documentary, he released the biopic Better Man, a unique film in which his character was portrayed by a CGI chimpanzee. Williams explained this artistic choice as a commentary on his feeling of being a "performing monkey" throughout much of his career.
From his early days as one-fifth of Take That, one of the most successful boybands in UK history, to his record-breaking solo career, Williams has remained a prominent figure in the music industry for over three decades.