The Wizard Of Prog – Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour: Rick Wakeman Celebrates 77th Birthday with Special UK Tour
Rick Wakeman, the legendary prog keyboardist, is celebrating his 77th birthday today. To mark the occasion, he has announced his upcoming tour, The Wizard Of Prog – Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour, with his English Rock Ensemble. This tour, scheduled for February and March 2027, will be the band's most extensive UK tour to date. Wakeman promises that this tour will be truly special, although he keeps the reasons for its uniqueness a mystery.
Unlike previous tours that focused on complete albums, this tour will showcase a diverse selection of tracks from Rick's extensive discography. Fans can look forward to hearing excerpts from his iconic concept albums like Journey To The Centre Of The Earth and The Myths & Legends of King Arthur & The Knights Of The Round Table, as well as music from his solo career and collaborations with Yes. The setlist is sure to include some surprises that will delight audiences.
The English Rock Ensemble, featuring Jesse Smith on lead vocals, Adam Wakeman on keyboards, guitars, and backing vocals, Dave Colquhoun on guitars and backing vocals, Lee Pomeroy on bass and backing vocals, Adam Falkner on drums, and backing vocalists Sara Davey, Jo Goldsmith-Eteson, and Jo Marshall, will return for this tour. This lineup was well-received during the 2025 Return Of The Caped Crusader Part 2 tour.
In addition to the tour, Rick Wakeman will be releasing his autobiography, The Wizard of Prog, later this year. Fans can pre-order the book to delve into the fascinating story of his musical journey. Tickets for The Wizard Of Prog – Ultimate Highlights Concert Tour will go on sale on Friday, May 29, at 10 am. The tour will cover various cities across the UK, including Brighton, Bristol, Manchester, Edinburgh, London, Birmingham, and more. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the magic of Rick Wakeman live in concert.
Get ready to embark on a musical journey with Rick Wakeman and his English Rock Ensemble as they bring the ultimate highlights concert tour to fans across the UK. With a setlist featuring classic tracks from Rick's illustrious career, this tour promises to be a memorable experience for all prog rock enthusiasts. Make sure to secure your tickets when they go on sale and witness the wizardry of Rick Wakeman on stage.