BST Hyde Park: Mercury Prize winner RAYE announced as next 2027 headliner
American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2027
announces its next headliner:
RAYE
This year’s Mercury Prize winner for
THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE.
Seven-time BRIT Award winner and GRAMMY®-winning superstar to make her BST Hyde Park debut
With special guest
Sienna Spiro
Full line-up to be announced
Saturday 10 July 2027
Tickets on general sale – Tuesday 10 November, 10am
www.bst-hydepark.com
American Express presents BST Hyde Park is thrilled to announce RAYE, the newly crowned Mercury Prize winner and GRAMMY®-winning superstar, as its second headliner, taking to the stage on Saturday 10 July 2027. Plus very special guest Sienna Spiro joins the bill, with many more acts to be announced. Tickets go on sale at 10am on Tuesday 10 November, visit www.bst-hydepark.com
RAYE is coming home for a huge London show at BST Hyde Park. The South London-born artist has had a remarkable few years, growing from one of the UK’s most in-demand songwriters into one of the biggest names in music worldwide. She has racked up more than 10 billion Spotify streams and 21 UK Top 40 singles. Her independent debut album, My 21st Century Blues, changed the course of her career, earning her six BRIT Awards in one night in 2024, including Album of the Year and Songwriter of the Year, as well as an Ivor Novello for Songwriter of the Year and three GRAMMY® nominations. Since then, RAYE’s orbit has continued to grow at an incredible pace, performing at Coachella and Glastonbury, headlining All Points East in her home city and selling out six nights at The O2. She has also taken her music far beyond the UK, performing to audiences across Europe and North America and joining Bruno Mars on his stadium tour The Romantic Tour this summer.
2026 has been another landmark year. RAYE’s second album, THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE., arrived in March and went straight to No. 1 in the UK, while reaching the Top 10 in 16 territories around the world. Led by the huge ‘WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!’, which became her second UK No. 1 and has now passed 1.5 billion streams, the album has been met with some of the strongest reviews and biggest moments of her career. At the start of 2026, RAYE became a GRAMMY®-winning artist after being honoured with the Recording Academy’s “Best Song for Social Change” award for “Ice Cream Man.” In October, RAYE was named the winner of the 2026 Mercury Prize for Album of the Year, adding another major milestone to an already extraordinary run. After a year of sold-out shows, major festival appearances, international awards and a return to the Royal Albert Hall in October for a symphonic performance of the critically acclaimed album, she now headlines London’s most iconic stage, Hyde Park, for the very first time. This London show will be a major homecoming for RAYE and another chance to see one of the world’s most exciting artists at a pivotal moment in her story.
At just 21, Sienna Spiro is one of the UK’s fastest-rising young artists, who has rapidly ascended from intimate London stages to a global audience. Her debut album Visitor became the biggest UK debut album of 2026, peaking at No.2, while reaching No.9 on the Billboard 200, making Sienna the first British artist in eight years to debut inside the US Top 10. The album surpassed one billion streams on release and has since been certified Gold by the RIAA. Her stunning breakthrough single “Die On This Hill” reached the UK Top 10 and No.19 on the Billboard Hot 100, while “Great Expectation” spent three weeks at No.1 in the UK.
Already a MTV VMA Best New Artist winner, Sienna has also been shortlisted for the BRITs Critics’ Choice, named to Forbes’ 30 Under 30, and received two American Music Award nominations and is in the running for a GRAMMY® Award for Best New Artist. She has performed at Lollapalooza, Outside Lands, Montreux Jazz Festival, Cork Jazz Festival and All Points East, including supporting slots for RAYE and Lorde, as well as London’s Roundhouse, LA’s Troubadour and New York’s Bowery Ballroom. She has shared stages with Sam Smith and Teddy Swims, while her work has been championed by SZA, Snoh Aalegra, Finneas and Mark Ronson. With more than 135,000 tickets sold worldwide, Sienna is now taking her My House World Tour across North America, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Europe before she brings her star power to BST Hyde Park.
RAYE joins fellow headliner BON JOVI on the BST Hyde Park 2027 line-up, who take to the Great Oak Stage on Thursday 24 June. Expect more incredible announcements soon for the 2027 edition of the UK’s most anticipated summer event, following a record-breaking 2026 season featuring Garth Brooks, ATEEZ, Maroon 5, Mumford & Sons, Duran Duran, Pitbull and Lewis Capaldi.
Tickets:
Amex Presale Tickets® Tuesday 3 November, 10am
BST Hyde Park pre-sale Friday 6 November, 10am
AEG pre-sale Monday 9 November, 10am
General On Sale Tuesday 10 November, 10am
www.bst-hydepark.com | @bsthydepark
About RAYE:
Since debuting in 2014, four-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated global superstar RAYE has charted 21 Top 40 UK singles and amassed over 10 billion Spotify streams. In 2024, the South London native made UK music history at the BRITs when she won six awards—the most by any artist in a single night—including taking home the top prize for Album of the Year and becoming the first woman to be named Songwriter of the Year.
Released on March 27, 2026 via Human Re Sources/The Orchard, RAYE’s sophomore album THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. made an immediate impact upon release, marking her first UK No. 1 album and debuting in the Top 10 across 16 territories. Winner of the 2026 Mercury Prize for Album of the Year, the project continues to resonate with audiences around the globe, highlighting RAYE’s artistic evolution as an independent songwriter, composer, producer, and arranger. The 17-track LP spans four distinct “seasons” and is led by the inescapable global smash hit “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!,” which RAYE premiered live at Glastonbury and which became her second UK No. 1. Continuing to chart worldwide, “HUSBAND!” has spent over 30 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, surpassed 1.5 billion cumulative streams, and earned 2x Platinum certifications in both the US and the UK.
Additional highlights on THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE. include the powerful, soaring ballads “Nightingale Lane.” and “I Know You’re Hurting.,” alongside high-profile collaborations with GRAMMY® Award winners Hans Zimmer (“Click Clack Symphony.”) and Al Green (“Goodbye Henry.”). Guest appearances by RAYE’s sisters Amma and Absolutely (“Joy.”), grandfather Michael (“Fields.”), the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Flames Collective choir round out the project’s 160 credited musicians.
Fresh off being named one of the “world’s most influential rising stars” by TIME Magazine, RAYE recently became the first British woman to receive the Songwriters Hall of Fame prestigious Hal David Starlight Award, joining past honorees like Taylor Swift, SZA, and Alicia Keys. Other accolades include an MTV Video Music Award, Ivor Novello Awards for “Songwriter of the Year” and “Songwriter Advocate Award,” and countless nominations this year at the MTV Video Music Awards, BET Awards, American Music Awards, and iHeartRadio Music Awards. RAYE was also honored with the Recording Academy’s 2026 “Harry Belafonte Best Song For Social Change” CEO Merit Award and received Billboard Magazine’s “Indie Spirit Award” in recognition of her influence as a global independent artist.
RAYE spent the first half of the year performing to capacity crowds across Europe and the UK, including a run of six sold-out nights at London’s O2 Arena. Following a sold-out North American leg and viral performances at the BET Awards and MTV Video Music Awards, the “Escapism.” The singer joined Bruno Mars on his Romantic stadium tour this summer. Most recently, RAYE returned to the Royal Albert Hall for a symphonic reimagining of THIS MUSIC MAY CONTAIN HOPE., following the massive success of her My 21st Century Symphony shows at the Royal Albert Hall (2023) and The O2 (2024).
Closing out 2026 by headlining festivals across Australia, RAYE has just announced THIS SYMPHONY MAY CONTAIN HOPE. Live From Seven World Wonders. The ambitious tour will bring her breathtaking orchestral production to the global stage next year, featuring performances in China, Switzerland, Italy, the US, Australia, and Ghana. Further details, including specific dates and venues, will be announced on December 10, 2026. For tickets and more information, visit RAYEofficial.com.
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About American Express presents BST Hyde Park:
Set in London’s beautiful Royal Park, BST Hyde Park kicked off in 2013 with The Rolling Stones reliving their legendary 1969 gig, plus Bon Jovi, Lionel Richie and many more packing out the park for memorable summer nights.
The event has featured many now famous shows from Carole King, Celine Dion, Stevie Wonder, Barbra Streisand, Adele, The Rolling Stones, Taylor Swift, Robbie Williams, Black Sabbath, Take That, Kylie Minogue, The Who, Blur, Kendrick Lamar, The Strokes, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Lana Del Rey and so many more.
Every year, each headliner is joined by a full supporting line-up across multiple stages, from major superstars to handpicked developing acts performing for fans from across the UK and the world.
And the midweek programme allows free access to the site with outdoor cinema, street food markets, children’s theatre, fitness classes, summer sports screenings, evening events, live music and much more.
About American Express:
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About American Express Experiences®:
Through Amex Experiences®, Cardmembers have access to presale tickets, as well as some of the best seats and exclusive offers at some of the UK’s most sought-after entertainment events via partnerships with a range of institutions including AEG (American Express presents BST Hyde Park, American Express presents Roundhay Festival, All Points East, The O2 arena and British Airways ARC), All England Lawn Tennis Club (The Championships, Wimbledon), Formula1®, Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club, Somerset House (Somerset House Summer Series), London Restaurant Festival, the National Theatre and Aviva Studios the home of Factory International. Amex Experiences is just one example of the powerful backing that American Express provides its Cardmembers.
About AEG Presents:
Combining the power of the live event with a focus on true artist development, AEG Presents is a world leader in the music and entertainment industries. Operating across five continents, the company has an unparalleled commitment to artistry, creativity, and community. Its tentpole festivals and multi-day music events — which include the iconic Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival and the legendary New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival alongside BST Hyde Park, Stagecoach, Electric Forest, Rock En Seine and All Points East — continue to set the bar for the live music experience. AEG Presents promotes global tours for artists such as ATEEZ, Justin Bieber, Zach Bryan, Sabrina Carpenter, Kenny Chesney, Luke Combs, Celine Dion, ENHYPEN, Elton John, Carin León, Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift, and Tyler, The Creator, in addition to — through its network of clubs, theatres, arenas, stadiums and renowned partner brands such as Auguri Productions, The Bowery Presents, Cárdenas Marketing Network, Concerts West, Creativeman Productions, Frontier Touring, Goldenvoice, Greenhouse Talent, Marshall Arts, MCT Agentur, Messina Touring Group, Outback Presents, PromoWest Productions, and Zero Mile Presents — creating and developing an unmatched infrastructure for artist development and audience reach. More information can be found at www.aegpresents.com.
About Hyde Park:
Every year millions of visitors from London, the UK and across the globe enjoy the iconic Hyde Park, one of the capital’s eight Royal Parks. Spanning 350 acres of green space in central London, Hyde Park has hosted world-renowned music artists since the 1960s. The summer concerts are an essential part of income generation for The Royal Parks, providing necessary funds to maintain and develop the parks for future generations to enjoy. They also help support the diverse culture of London and introduce new audiences to the parks.
About The Royal Parks:
The Royal Parks is the charity which manages, protects and improves the parks in an exemplary and sustainable manner so that everyone, now and in the future, has the opportunity to enjoy their natural and historic environments.
The charity looks after eight of London’s finest open spaces: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, St James’s Park, The Green Park, The Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park. It also manages other important open spaces in the capital, including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens.
It costs around £75m a year to manage the parks. The charity raises around 80 percent of this money itself, with the remaining 20 percent coming from the Government.
For further information please visit: www.royalparks.org.uk and follow The Royal Parks on:
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