Kylie Minogue live in concert at the BBC studios at Maida Vale.
Bad Company, recently reformed with original members Paul Rodgers, Mick Ralphs and Simon Kirke, recorded in a special gig for Radio 2 in the BBC Radio Theatre at the end of March. Features hits from Paul Rodgers' long career and from the '68-'73 era of Free and '73-'82 era of Bad Company.
Steve Lamacq introduces Elbow appearing with the BBC Concert Orchestra in a unique performance of their 2008 Mercury Award-winning album 'The Seldom Seen Kid'.
This was a rare opportunity to see one of the world's best guitarists, David Gilmour, up close in a concert specially recorded in 2006 for Radio 2 at The Mermaid in London. He premieres material from his then new album On An Island, together with Pink Floyd classics such as Shine On You Crazy Diamond and Comfortably Numb with the help of Floyd keyboard player the late Richard Wright.
Jo Whiley presents a headline gig with Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, live from the BBC Radio Theatre in London. Noel talks to Jo before the gig, in which he's performing classic Oasis hits and songs from Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds, in front of an audience of 300 Radio 2 listeners.
To mark David Bowie's 65th birthday on Sunday 8th January, Jo Whiley presents David Bowie In Concert, an archive gig recorded for the BBC.
Jo Whiley presents highlights of Florence + The Machine in concert at London's Alexandra Palace earlier this month.
Sting In Concert. Recorded at the Hammersmith Apollo London earlier in the month as part of Sting's Back to Bass Tour and presented by Jo Whiley.
Paul Weller In Concert live from the BBC Radio Theatre in London
Jo Whiley presents Keane In Concert recorded earlier this month at the BBC Radio Theatre in London.
Jo Whiley presents The Bee Gees In Concert recorded for Radio 2 at the BBC Radio Theatre in 2001, in tribute to the late Robin Gibb.
Blur performing an exclusive concert from the BBC's historic Maida Vale Studios in London
Jo Whiley presents an In Concert Special, featuring Elton John's Red Piano show from Las Vegas. Recorded at the O2 Arena in 2007
Amy Macdonald performing an intimate gig from Under The Bridge in Fulham, London.
Deacon Blue In Concert live from the BBC Radio Theatre
The Beach Boys In Concert from The Mermaid in London
Featuring Mika live from the BBC Radio Theatre in London.
Kate's exclusive concert for BBC Radio 2 is at the BBC Radio Theatre in London
Train In Concert live from the BBC Radio Theatre in London
Join Muse for highlights of their spectacular gig at the BBC Radio Theatre for Radio 2 In Concert,
Florence and the Machine perform a homecoming concert for Radio 2 at the Rivoli Ballroom in London.
Radio 2 In Concert with Pet Shop Boys and the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, presented by Jo Whiley and recorded at the BBC's MediaCity UK headquarters in Salford.
Radio 2 In Concert with Robbie Williams, live from the BBC Radio Theatre, presented by Jo Whiley
Jo Whiley presents Bon Jovi live In Concert from the intimate BBC Radio Theatre
Jo Whiley presents Emeli Sande live in concert from the BBC Radio Theatre in London.
Jo Whiley presents singing sensation Caro Emerald live in concert at the BBC Radio Theatre in London.
Jo presents a very special live concert with the legendary Rod Stewart in the BBC Radio Theatre.
Welsh rockers Stereophonics perform tracks from their new album Graffiti on the Train plus a selection of classic hits live from the BBC Radio Theatre.
The legendary Sir Elton John performs his classic tunes in an intimate gig live from the BBC Radio Theatre.
Jo hosts an intimate recorded concert from Maida Vale performed by Paul McCartney.
Gary Barlow performs live at the BBC Radio Theatre for Radio 2's In Concert.
Elbow perform an intimate concert at BBC Maida Vale Studios.
Jo Whiley hosts a very special In Concert with Kylie Minogue live from Maida Vale Studios.
BBC's historic Radio Theatre opened its doors to Coldplay.
BBC Radio Theatre opens the doors to Paolo Nutini.
Jo Whiley hosts a unique gig with Ed Sheeran live from the BBC Radio Theatre in London in front of Radio 2 listeners.
Paul Weller performs live in Concert at the BBC Radio Theatre.
Jo Whiley presents an exclusive concert with Sam Smith live from the BBC Radio Theatre.
The BBC's Radio Theatre opens its doors to an iconic band that have been making music history since the 1970s. ELO and their frontman Jeff Lynne have sold over 50 million albums worldwide and created a back catalogue of chart-topping hits that include Mr Blue Sky, Telephone Line, Livin' Thing and Strange Magic. Jeff Lynne's ELO play his classic tracks along with some new songs from their first album of new material in almost 15 years, Alone in the Universe, to an intimate crowd of fans.
Jo Whiley presents yet another intimate night of live music from The BBC Radio Theatre with Noel Gallagher
Back in 1985, a-ha released their debut album, Hunting High & Low, and went on to take the UK charts by storm with smash hits that included Take On Me and The Sun Always Shines on TV. In 2010, the multi-platinum selling trio retired, but now they are back with their tenth studio album, Cast in Steel. The BBC Radio Theatre opens its doors to the legendary Norwegian band who play hits old and new for a BBC Radio 2 In Concert show presented by Jo Whiley.
BBC Maida Vale opens its doors to US singer-songwriter Gregory Porter, whose gift for uniting jazz, soul, gospel and R&B has awarded him a Grammy and worldwide critical acclaim. Hosted by Jo Whiley, the intimate Radio 2 In Concert features songs from his critically acclaimed back catalogue of work and new music from his recently released fourth album, Take Me to the Alley.
As part of his intimate Radio 2 In Concert, Gregory Porter answers your questions, put to him by presenter and DJ Jo Whiley.
Sir Van Morrison takes to the stage at The BBC Radio Theatre for a Radio 2 In Concert hosted by Jo Whiley. The recently knighted Grammy-winning Celtic soul troubadour has been in the business for 53 years fusing R&B, jazz, blues and Celtic folk. Belfast born Van the Man is among popular music's true innovators and arguably one of the most influential vocalists in the history of rock and roll. He performs a selection of tracks, old and new, from his revered back catalogue of work to his new album Keep Me Singing.
On the eve of the release of their 2016 album "Acoustic" Simple Minds took to the stage at the Hackney Empire to perform a stripped-down and reimagined set of their songs spanning their eclectic and illustrious career. Hosted by Jo Whiley this concert sees the Glaswegian rockers replace the synths with guitars to perform an acoustic set of songs without losing any of their essence.
Jo Whiley presents Tom Odell live in concert from the famous BBC Maida Vale Studios in front of an audience of Radio 2 listeners. Tom Odell has become one of the UK's rising stars in music. In 2012 aged 21, the British singer-songwriter made his television debut on BBC Two's Later... with Jools Holland, won in the Critics' Choice category at the Brit Awards and released his debut single, Another Love, which to date has sold more than 800,000 copies worldwide. The following year Tom went on to release his platinum-selling first full length studio album, Long Way Down, which went straight to number one in the UK charts. In his career to date, Tom has also won an Ivor Novello award for Songwriter of the Year, and supported legendary musicians such as Elton John and Billy Joel.
Jo Whiley hosts the final BBC Radio 2 In Concert of the year with Mr Entertainment himself, Robbie Williams. The pop singer-songwriter, reunited with his long term writer Guy Chambers, is back with his new album The Heavy Entertainment Show and has recently reclaimed his pop crown by becoming the most successful British solo act in the Official Albums Chart history. The former Take That singer and Britain's man of the moment take to the stage to perform old hits and new to an intimate crowd.
Jo Whiley welcomes an intimate audience to the BBC Radio Theatre for a new series of Radio 2 In Concert. Tears For Fears, Deep Purple, Paloma Faith, Liam Gallagher and Chic featuring Nile Rodgers will all take to the stage to perform live at the BBC's iconic venue for the Red Button and BBC Radio 2. To kick off the season, synth-pop greats Tears For Fears play hits from their back-catalogue. Following a summer tour highlighted by a triumphant return to the UK during the British Summer Time Festival at Hyde Park, the boys from Bath are closing out 2017 with the release of their first career-spanning greatest hits album, Rule The World The group from Bath, formed over 35 years ago, have sold over 30 million records and were one of the most defining groups of the 1980s. They play hits from their back catalogue, as well as from their new album The Tipping Point.
Jo Whiley welcomes Grammy-winning Nile Rodgers and his multi-platinum selling band Chic, performing live at the iconic Radio Theatre for BBC Radio 2 In Concert. Bringing their seminal songs, sound and groove, Chic featuring Nile Rodgers will take to the stage to not only celebrate the release of their new album, It's About Time, but also to rejoice in their 40-year career, which has provided a string of influential and ground-breaking tracks like Freak, I Want Your Love, Good Times and Everybody Dance - all hits that have stood the test of time! The American disco legends perform a selection of those much-loved hits along with new music to an intimate crowd.
Jo Whiley opens the doors of BBC's Radio Theatre for a Radio 2 In Concert with the king of swagger, Liam Gallagher. After being in the spotlight for over 25 years, he releases his debut solo album As You Were. Liam Gallagher became the embodiment of the rock 'n' roll dream, with his brother Noel, by creating Britpop band Oasis, a band who would go on to create a string of anthems to a generation of the 90s. After a spectacular comeback at Glastonbury, the former Oasis frontman performs some new tracks, along with selection of classic tracks.
Jo Whiley presents a Radio 2 In Concert as Paloma Faith takes to the stage for a unique and intimate performance. The double-platinum singer-songwriter performs songs from her new album The Architect, along with some old favourites. Paloma is one of only two British female artists this decade to have their last three albums go double-platinum in the UK.
Jo Whiley presents the last BBC Radio 2 In Concert of 2017 with one of the biggest heavy metal bands in the world, Deep Purple. After forming in Hertford in 1968, they went on to sell over 100 million albums worldwide, and have inspired a generation of musicians for over 40 decades. Their back catalogue of seminal hits include Smoke On The Water, Child In Time and Highway Star. They take to the stage to play classic tracks along with some new material from their latest album Infinite to an intimate crowd at the BBC's Radio Theatre in London. Setlist: -introduction by Jo Whiley- Time for Bedlam Fireball Bloodsucker All I Got Is You Uncommon Man The Surprising Lazy Birds of Prey Perfect Strangers Smoke on the Water Encore: Hush (Joe South cover) Black Night Band: Ian Paice - drums Roger Glover - bass Ian Gillan - vocals, harmonica Steve Morse - guitar Don Airey - keyboards
Recorded at the BBC Radio Theatre in London as part of BBC Radio 2's In Concert series, the iconic British singer and songwriter Paul Weller performs with members of his regular band in a more acoustic set up, accompanied by a small orchestra in the intimate setting within Broadcasting House. The set includes songs from his new and well-received record True Meanings, his 26th album, which sees him in a reflective and introspective mood having just turned 60, as well as classic tracks from his back catalogue
Recorded at the BBC Radio Theatre in London, Boy George and Culture Club are one of the most representative and influential bands of the 1980s and have sold over 150 million records worldwide. Winners of numerous awards, they rose to fame in the early 1980s with an illustrious music career now spanning four decades. In this special and intimate show, expect some of their classic tunes such as Karma Chameleon and Do You Really Want to Hurt Me? as well as songs from Life, their first album in 19 years.
Global pop star and Suffolk boy Ed Sheeran performs in the intimate setting of the BBC Radio Theatre, London, following his global stadium tour. Ivor Novello Award- and Brit Award-winning Ed made his debut TV performance on Later... with Jools Holland in April 2011, beginning his meteoric rise to fame with his debut album +. He has since released two further record-breaking albums and has cumulative sales of 26 million albums and 100 million singles worldwide. Expect songs from across all his very popular albums from this troubadour of modern pop music.
Sunderland-born, Aberdeen-raised superstar Emeli Sandé brought her stunning vocals and beguiling songs to the BBC Radio Theatre on Thursday 22 November.
Jo Whiley presents another chance to hear highlights from Ed Sheeran's recent performance at the BBC Radio Theatre for Radio 2 In Concert featuring tracks from his album Divide. Ed Sheeran is an artist who really does qualify for the status of global superstar. His recent tour grossed just short of $500 million – the highest earner of 2018. Since he first sprang to fame in 2011 he’s also sold around 30 million albums. Divide - his most recent release quickly became the fastest selling album ever by a male artist in the UK. Ed's Radio Theatre set includes Castle On The Hill, The A Team, Galway Girl, Thinking Out Loud and Shape Of You.
Presented by Jo Whiley, Paul Weller performs for Radio 2 In Concert at the BBC Radio Theatre, featuring classic hits from his extensive back catalogue alongside songs from his latest release, True Meanings. This is Paul's 26th album including his early years with The Style Council and The Jam before launching his solo career in the early 1990s. True Meanings has been described by Paul himself as ‘grandiose yet delicate’ and is the perfect showcase for a performer and songwriter whose work has reached a new creative peak. This exclusive concert features Paul’s own band performing alongside The London Metropolitan Orchestra playing the arrangements of Hannah Peel.
Stereophonics perform some of their biggest hits live, plus tracks from their new UK No.1 album Kind, during a very special Radio 2 In Concert presented by Fearne Cotton. On the same day as scoring their seventh chart-topping record, Kelly Jones and band return to Radio 2 In Concert for the first time since 2013, gracing BBC Radio Theatre at London’s New Broadcasting House. Showing precisely why they're such a long-lasting force, the Welsh group treat fans to classics like Have A Nice Day, Dakota and Maybe Tomorrow, plus new single Bust This Town.
Hosted by Jo Whiley, Jeff Lynne's ELO continues Radio 2's In Concert 2019 season. Here's your chance to hear some of his best known tracks including the incomparable Mr Blue Sky.
Craig David performs in the BBC Radio Theatre for a very special BBC Radio 2 In Concert as he celebrates the upcoming 20th anniversary of debut album Born to Do It.
Robbie Williams and his band, including longtime collaborator Guy Chambers, perform an intimate and festive feeling show in the BBC Radio Theatre in central London. The show features songs from Robbie’s recently released 12th studio album entitled The Christmas Present, which sees him cover songs such as Merry Christmas Everybody, as well as newly penned songs like current single Time For Change. There are also a selection of his well loved classics, such as Feel, She’s the One and Angels.
Multi-million-selling British singer-songwriter Dido performs a rare and intimate concert at the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in London. Dido’s first two albums, No Angel and Life for Rent are among the best-selling albums in UK chart history and feature in the top 10 best-selling albums of the 2000s. Expect her to perform tracks from both LPs as well as songs from her recent fifth album, Still on My Mind - her first in six years - which sees her join forces again with her brother and long-time collaborator Rollo Armstrong.
Sharleen Spiteri and the band play their first post lockdown gig in front of an intimate audience of Radio 2 fans, at St. Luke’s in Glasgow, including a duet with special guest Clare Grogan (formerly from Altered Images). Expect classics including I Don’t Want a Lover, Black Eyed Boy and Say What You Want, alongside new songs such as Mr Haze, amongst many others. Plus a very special medley from Texas and Clare Grogan, of their single Look What You’ve Done which takes a surprising twist!
Faye, Lisa, Claire, H and Lee perform wall-to-wall hits in their first gig for over three years - live and exclusive at the O2 Ritz in Manchester in front of a small post-lockdown audience of Radio 2 fans. The show features Steps hits old and new, including tracks from their latest album What the Future Holds, and classics like Deeper Shade of Blue, One For Sorrow and Tragedy. Also expect an exclusive stripped-back version of their recent hit Heartbreak in This City.
James Dean Bradfield, Nicky Wire, Sean Moore and their band return to St David’s Hall in Cardiff, where they played some of their earliest busking gigs, but this time to play a brand new show for Radio 2 Live. The band perform live songs from their 35 year back catalogue as well as their new album The Ultra Vivid Lament, all in front of a small and socially distanced audience of fans. With songs as far back as Motorcycle Emptiness, through to classics such as Design For Life and If You Tolerate This, and all the way up to new and equally poignant tracks including Don’t Let The Night, the men from Blackwood show that their lyrics and music are still as relevant today as they have always been. Plus a few surprise songs, including a duet with Cat Southall on The Secret He Had Missed.
Westlife play their first post-lockdown gig to an intimate, but loud and lively audience of Radio 2 fans at the Ulster Hall in Belfast. Set in the beautiful and ornate Belfast venue of Ulster Hall: Shane, Mark, Kian and Nicky performed with their live band, playing both full-on and stripped-back versions of eight of their songs. The show included their own hits, including Hello My Love, World Of Our Own and Flying Without Wings, plus some of their famous covers such as Uptown Girl. The show ended on an emotional rendition of You Raise Me Up, which was clearly a very heartfelt moment for the four lads, and the intimacy reaches reaches far out into both the audience at the venue and to viewers watching at home.
Rock legends Duran Duran perform in the intimate setting of the BBC Radio Theatre, including music from their latest album, Future Past.
Global superstars Coldplay perform in the intimate setting of the BBC Radio Theatre, London, ahead of their global stadium tour in 2022.One of the world's best-selling artists will perform a set jam-packed with songs from both Music of the Spheres and classics from their extensive back catalogue.
Radio 2 In Concert presents Lewis Capaldi with a special live performance from the BBC Radio Theatre in London.
A special Radio 2 In Concert performance from blur, recorded in the BBC Radio Theatre in front of a small audience. The set features a selection of classic blur tracks as well as new material. Over the years, Damon Albarn, Graham Coxon, Alex James and Dave Rowntree have helped to change the face of British music, constantly evolving and leaving musical rivals in their wake. Known for their hits including Parklife, Girls and Boys and Coffee + TV, the band released their album The Ballad of Darren in July 2023.
Neil Diamond performs in a concert recorded at the BBC Radio Theatre in May 2008. At the time of recording, the singer-songwriter, responsible for such pop classics as Sweet Caroline and I'm a Believer, had just released his 29th studio album, Home Before Dark.
Radio 2 Live features Michael Bublé, recorded in concert with his Big Band at the BBC Radio Theatre.
A special, intimate performance from Take That in the BBC Radio Theatre, the band’s first since 2014. With over 45 million albums sold, Gary, Howard and Mark perform an exclusive set list of songs that have provided a soundtrack to so many lives.
Jo Whiley introduces The Cure performing in front of a small audience of lucky fans at the BBC Radio Theatre.
Kylie Minogue - Jo hosts an intimate special In Concert with Kylie Minogue live from Maida Vale Studios. The Princess of Pop will play her biggest hits and songs from her new album Kiss Me Once.
Jo Whiley puts your questions to Jim Kerr and Charlie Burchill ahead on their live performance at the Hackney Empire for Radio 2's In Concert.
Jo Whiley puts your questions to Robbie ahead of his Radio 2 In Concert performance.
