Kew the Music 2020

8 July: James Blunt 

The five-time Grammy nominated and multiple BRIT award winning artist James Blunt is no stranger to festival spotlight and will the wow crowds at Kew the Music in July.

After numerous successes since his debut ‘Back to Bedlam’ in 2004, the record that brought us You’re Beautiful and Goodbye My Lover, James returned in October 2019 with ‘Once Upon A Mind’. The record has a warmth that permeates the entirety and a real sense of personality. Well known for his wit and charm, James has sold over 23 million albums and is a definite must-see live.

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9 July: Jack Savoretti 

Jack has enjoyed a slow burn success, back in 2006 he was spotted by Corinne Bailey Rae and invited to join her on her European tour. By 2015, his fourth album ‘Written in Scars’ was catapulted into the upper reaches of the charts.

In 2018 he dueted with Kylie Minogue on ‘Golden’ and this year, the husky voiced singer has moved from strength to strength, making 2019 his biggest year yet. His latest No 1 album ‘Singing to Strangers’ includes work with legendary Bob Dylan and this headline slot is a great addition to his long list of well earned achievements.

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10 July: Will Young + James Morrison

Having recently released the infectious summer anthem My Love from his latest album ‘Lexicon’, Will Young is back stronger than ever. With an impressive résumé including the biggest single of the noughties with ‘Anything is Possible/Evergreen’, two BRIT awards and four No 1 albums, homegrown favourite Will Young is a seasoned pop star worth watching.

Boasting a devoted following, 7 million album sales and a BRIT award, James Morrison co-headlines Kew the Music’s Friday night slot. His five Top 10 singles all rank among the biggest of their era, including the breakthrough smashes ‘You Give Me Something’ and ‘Wonderful World’. Bringing a gritty performance style and world-class songwriting, the ‘once-in-a-generation’ voice has returned to music with an honest but triumphant new project. His new single ‘So Beautiful’ has already amassed more than six million listens on Spotify.

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12 July: Gipsy Kings 

With little need of introduction, party favourites and spectacular performers, Gipsy Kings will close Kew the Music 2020.

One of the most successful Spanish language bands of the last 40 years with their 1989 self-titled album spending 40 weeks on the US charts and their top 5 songs amassing over 160 million listens on Spotify. Known for their infectious tunes and jubilant performances, this combination has kept them consistently in demand for over four decades.

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Getting here and around

By tube Kew Gardens station (500m to Victoria Gate)
By train Kew Bridge station (800m to Elizabeth Gate)
By bus 65 stops at Victoria Gate
By bike racks are available at both gates

Parking Please note there is no parking available at Kew for the Kew the Music event. Please check the Transport for London website for further information regarding parking in the area.

Which gate should I use?

Customers can enter the site through either Victoria or Elizabeth Gate, whichever is most convenient. The walk from either entrance gate to the arena is approximately 500 metres. If you need to collect tickets, please enter via Victoria Gate as you will need to collect your tickets from the box office at this gate.

Customers for the VIP packages will find it easiest to use Elizabeth Gate.

Food and drink 

You are welcome to bring your own food and drink, or to enjoy refreshments at the open-air bars and tasty street food stalls. 

VIP packages

Did you know you can treat yourself to one of the VIP packages to make the most of your summer evening at Kew the Music?

From pre-buying a gourmet hamper to enjoying a scrumptious BBQ package, have a look at the options available here.