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James Arthur pays emotional tribute at Teenage Cancer Trust Concert
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James Arthur delivered a powerful and heartfelt performance as he headlined the Teenage Cancer Trust concert at the Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday. The superstar captivated fans with hits like "Say You Won't Let Go" and "Rewrite The Stars," while also taking a moment to honor a dear friend he lost to cancer.
The night was particularly significant for GK, lead singer of special guests Venus Grrrls, who was supported by Teenage Cancer Trust during her own battle with cancer. Before performing the haunting "Glisten," she urged the audience to donate, emphasizing the importance of the charity’s work.
The concert series, running from March 24-30, features a stellar lineup, including The Who, The Corrs, a comedy night hosted by Micky Flanagan, and a special Erased Tapes showcase. The event continues to raise vital funds for young people with cancer.
Arthur opened with "Bitter Sweet Love," electrifying the audience, before reflecting on the cause: "I need to take this in, not just for us, but for this amazing cause." Hits like "Impossible" and "Celebrate" followed, before he paused to discuss mental health: "To be vulnerable is to be courageous. It does not make you weak."
He then paid tribute to his late friend Wayne, introducing "Car’s Outside" with a moving story of their time together: "Wayne was always there, driving me around at all hours. He was the best guy ever, taken from us too soon. This song will always remind me of him."
Arthur's upcoming album, PISCES, set for release on April 25, continues his deeply personal musical journey. The Teenage Cancer Trust concerts, founded by Roger Daltrey, have raised £34 million since 2000, ensuring specialized care for young people battling cancer.
Royal Albert Hall 2025 show dates:
Monday, March 24: Frank Carter and Paul Cook, Steve Jones, Glen Matlock of the Sex Pistols plus special guests Kid Kapichi and The Molotovs
Tuesday, March 25: A night of comedy hosted by Micky Flanagan with Scott Bennett,
Finlay Christie, Romesh Ranganathan, Katherine Ryan, Jack Skipper + Josh Widdicombe
Wednesday, March 26: James Arthur plus special guests Venus Grrrls
Thursday, March 27: The Who plus special guests Level 42
Friday, March 28: The Corrs plus special guests Dea Matrona
Saturday, March 29: Erased Tapes featuring Penguin Cafe, Daniel Brandt, Douglas Dare and Hatis Noit
Sunday, March 30: The Who plus special guests Level 42
The night was particularly significant for GK, lead singer of special guests Venus Grrrls, who was supported by Teenage Cancer Trust during her own battle with cancer. Before performing the haunting "Glisten," she urged the audience to donate, emphasizing the importance of the charity’s work.
Arthur opened with "Bitter Sweet Love," electrifying the audience, before reflecting on the cause: "I need to take this in, not just for us, but for this amazing cause." Hits like "Impossible" and "Celebrate" followed, before he paused to discuss mental health: "To be vulnerable is to be courageous. It does not make you weak."
He then paid tribute to his late friend Wayne, introducing "Car’s Outside" with a moving story of their time together: "Wayne was always there, driving me around at all hours. He was the best guy ever, taken from us too soon. This song will always remind me of him."
Arthur's upcoming album, PISCES, set for release on April 25, continues his deeply personal musical journey. The Teenage Cancer Trust concerts, founded by Roger Daltrey, have raised £34 million since 2000, ensuring specialized care for young people battling cancer.
Royal Albert Hall 2025 show dates:
Monday, March 24: Frank Carter and Paul Cook, Steve Jones, Glen Matlock of the Sex Pistols plus special guests Kid Kapichi and The Molotovs
Tuesday, March 25: A night of comedy hosted by Micky Flanagan with Scott Bennett,
Finlay Christie, Romesh Ranganathan, Katherine Ryan, Jack Skipper + Josh Widdicombe
Wednesday, March 26: James Arthur plus special guests Venus Grrrls
Thursday, March 27: The Who plus special guests Level 42
Friday, March 28: The Corrs plus special guests Dea Matrona
Saturday, March 29: Erased Tapes featuring Penguin Cafe, Daniel Brandt, Douglas Dare and Hatis Noit
