Gary Barlow headlined Radio 2's "Festival In A Day", a special concert in London's Hyde Park on Sunday 11 September 2011, jam-packed full of live performances. Joining Gary were Will Young, Lenny Kravitz in his first UK performance in almost three years, James Blunt, Beverley Knight, Caro Emerald, Bellowhead, The Pierces, Imelda May, Jonathan Jeremiah, plus Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, with guests Sandie Shaw and Ruby Turner.
As part of BBC Radio 2's Festival in a Day in London's Hyde Park, soul and Motown legend Smokey Robinson takes to the stage at the end of a lovely summer's day to close proceedings with a rousing headline set. Along with a little help from the crowd, Smokey and band perform a selection of classics from his impressive repertoire including You've Really Got a Hold on Me, The Tears of a Clown, I Second That Emotion and The Tracks of My Tears.
Jeff Lynne and ELO perform at Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park 2014
On a sunny day in September 2015, Rod Stewart took to the stage in London's Hyde Park to bring to a close BBC Radio 2's annual Festival in a Day. In front of 50,000 people, Rod delivered not his usual stadium set but a bespoke selection of hits from his back catalogue spanning his career, including Gasoline Alley, Angel, In a Broken Dream and The Killing of Georgie (Part 1 & 2), plus Faces classics such as Ooh La La and the blues standard Rollin' and Tumblin', a number that Rod used to perform with Long John Baldry back in the day. To close the set, Rod brought on his old pal guitarist Jim Cregan to help him perform his 1978 hit I Was Only Joking. All in all, a memorable and unique concert that is unlikely to be repeated anytime soon.
The Corrs perform at the Festival in a Day at Hyde Park
Sir Elton John, one of the most highly acclaimed and successful solo artists of all time, headlines Radio 2's Festival in a Day on London's Hyde Park stage, performing a string of hits to a 50,000-strong crowd. With a career spanning over five decades, Sir Elton has sold more than 250 million records worldwide, holds the record for the biggest-selling single of all time and plays 107 shows a year. But this is all about London's Hyde Park - the multiple Grammy-winning legend and flamboyant superstar performs classics old and new from his back catalogue to his latest album Wonderful Crazy Night, his 33rd studio feat that has seen him reunite some vital band members for the first time in nearly a decade along with collaborating with his long-standing lyricist Bernie Taupin. It's an incredible and unforgettable evening of songs from the mighty powerhouse rock legend that is Sir Elton John.
The Soul singer and Radio 2 favourite performs a collection of songs from her two albums.
The first artist signed to Ed Sheeran's label is joined by folk star Cara Dillon.
The Country music star showcases old favourites alongside songs from her new album.
Classic rock from the band who've spent over 400 weeks in the UK Singles Chart.
The Grammy-award winner with the amazing voice returns to Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park.
The North London nutty boys treat Hyde Park to a bunch of hits from their 40-year career.
The Scottish rockers perform songs from their new album, plus some of their biggest hits.
Radio 2's Festival in a day returns to Hyde Park. Host Jo Whiley is joined on stage by Michael Ball to introduce the opening act. Welsh rock band Stereophonics are celebrating the 20 year anniversary of their debut album Word Gets Around, which was released in August 1997 and charted at number 6 in the UK. They kick off today's main stage line up at Hyde Park.
An exclusive performance from the queen of country pop.
Pioneers of the early new-wave and punk scenes in the 70s, Blondie went from the underground to top of the pops by the early 80s. Well known for mixing disco, pop, rap and reggae into their sound - it was a formula that earned them massive success, going on to sell more than 40 million albums around the world. They were the first act to have UK Number 1 singles in the 70s, 80s and 90s - with six chart topping tracks. Inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame in 2006, they are the next act to take to the Hyde Park stage, introduced by Jo Whiley and Tony Blackburn.
James Blunt's breakthrough success happened in 2005 with his number one single 'You're Beautiful' from his debut album 'Back to Bedlam'. Since then, this former British Army officer has sold more than 20 million albums and 13 million singles around the world. Before he heads back on the road to tour his fifth studio album, he takes to the stage in Hyde Park.
Emeli Sande made her musical debut in 2009 on a track by rapper, Chipmunk. She released her first solo single in 2011, has had three number 1s and has won a string of awards including 4 Brits and 2 Ivor Novellos. She's sung for President Obama, and gave memorable performances at both the opening and closing ceremonies of the London 2012 Olympics. Jeremy Vine joins Jo Whiley to introduce Emeli onto the Hyde Park stage.
Rick Astley started his career as Pete Waterman's tea-boy... learning how to make pop-hits in the studios of PWL. His debut single, Never Gonna Give you Up, spent 5 weeks at the top of the UK chart, made number 1 in 25 countries and became the best selling track of 1987. 30 years on he's recently celebrated yet another number one album and takes to the Hyde Park stage as part of Radio 2's Festival in a Day.
Devon-born Seth has won two Radio 2 Folk Awards for his solo work, as well as gaining a Mercury Nomination for his 2005 album Kitty Jay. He is joined by fellow West country musicians Wildwood Kin, who were nominated for the Radio 2 Young Folk award in 2015, and have since established themselves as a highlight of the festival scene. Jo Whiley and folk fan Simon Mayo introduce them onto stage.
Stealing our hearts once again with a shining performance in Hyde Park
Glamour, sass and pop perfection from our girl Rita
Funk, soul, rock riffs aplenty and oodles of charisma from Mr K
The Shires play at the Radio 2 Hyde Park concert.
Jo Whiley and Sara Cox introduce the Manic Street Preachers and Gary Davies brings his Sounds Of The 80s live Megamix to Hyde Park. One of the UK’s most notorious and best loved bands, Manic Street Preachers return to Hyde Park, after thrilling us in 2013, with a stash of anthemic sing-alongs like Design for Life and You Love Us. With a career spanning over 30 years, the Welsh legends have never lost their trademark politically inspired rock sound with which they announced themselves in 1986. With their newly released 13th album Resistance is Futile under their belts, expect The Manics to be a force on the Hyde Park stage.
Kylie Minogue takes to the stage in London's Hyde Park for the annual BBC Radio 2 Festival in a Day to perform a plethora of her floor-filling numbers to a crowd of 45,000 people. Kylie has carved her place in pop music history after dominating the international pop and dance charts and selling more than 80 million records over the course of three decades. Expect such classics as Spinning Around, In Your Eyes, Better the Devil You Know and Can't Get You Out of My Head to be celebrated along with songs from her recent country/Nashville-inspired record Golden, her 14th studio album, which became her first number one album since 2001.
Live coverage of the Pet Shop Boys’ headline set at Radio 2 Live In Hyde Park. Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe are the most successful duo in UK music history. Having achieved 42 top 30 singles in the UK since 1985, there is no shortage of hits for them to choose from as they play their only UK gig of the year in front of more than 40,000 festivalgoers. Keep an eye out for a mystery guest artist.
Perform their greatest hits in Hyde Park
