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About Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park

Now in its sixth year, on Sunday 8 September, Â鶹ԼÅÄ Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park returns for what promises to be a highlight in London’s live music calendar this summer.

Taking part are some of the UK and world’s best-loved artists, along with the network’s much-loved presenters.

This year the focus is on getting friends and families together for a summer’s day out full of music and good times"
Jeff Smith, Head of Music, Radio 2 and 6 Music

Headlining the concert is legendary Motown R&B singer-songwriter, , who's been racking up the hits for an amazing 50 years. Also in the exciting line-up are:

  • Station favorurite and vocoal powerhouse returns
  • Scottish rock legends , celebrating 35 successful years
  • Hawaiian folk rock singer-songwriter and surfer
  • Glasgow greats , back after several years' hiatus
  • Popular jazz star and Radio 2 presenter
  • Welsh rock icons
  • The unmistakable voice of global singing star and actor
  • Singer-songwriter with his thoughtful, melodic soft rock
  • The biggest acoustic driven 13-piece on the planet, the rootsy

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Jeff Smith, Head of Music, Radio 2 and 6 Music, said: “It’s great to have Radio 2 back live in Hyde Park, in the heart of the capital joined by world famous artists who reflect the breadth and diversity of the network’s output.â€

In a new development, this year there will be two stages. In addition to the main stage there will be a where the station will host up-and-coming talent, showcasing their brilliance to the crowds. More details about the acts to appear on this stage will be announced nearer the time.

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