Rag'n'Bone Man to headline summer gig next year
HarrietKBolsSoulful singer-songwriter Rag'n'Bone Man has been announced as the latest headliner in a series of summer gigs next year.
Known for his hits including Human and Giant, the artist will have top billing at Bedford Summer Sessions 2025, on 5 July, in Bedford Park.
He will be joined by Elles Bailey, with Simple Minds already announced as headliners on 3 July.
Last year's event featured sets from Avril Lavigne, Jess Glynne, Tom Jones, Pete Tong and Nile Rodgers & Chic.
Rag'n'Bone Man was born as Rory Graham in Uckfield, East Sussex, and started his musical career as a jungle MC before his parents encouraged him to sing.
His first big break came in 2012, when he supported Joan Armatrading and he went on to score a major hit with the gospel-inspired single Human.
His single Giant with Calvin Harris was among the UK's top 10 best-selling singles of 2019.
The venue for the gigs is a Grade II listed Victorian park, within walking distance of the town.
It has played host to a number of concerts over the years, but this year was the first time it featured the TK Maxx-sponsored Bedford Summer Sessions.
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