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Iconic DJ set to headline BRITs show

BRITS Week have shared the list of huge stars headlining gigs next month ahead of the ceremony and it features an iconic 90s DJ

[Performers for BRITs Week have been announced]

Performers for BRITs Week have been announced(Image: Jason Roberts /Manchester Evening News)

The list of artists confirmed to perform for the annual BRITs Week for War Child has been announced and it's looking set to be the biggest year so far. Currently eight artists have been revealed with performances taking place across the UK next month ahead of the BRIT Awards 2026 in Manchester on February 28. There's one stand-out star that is guaranteed to bring the party too.

Iconic 90s DJ and much-loved musician Fatboy Slim, real name Norman Cook, will kick things off on February 12 at the Boiler Shop in the heart of Newcastle. Exciting punk band Lambrini Girls will perform on February 16 at London's Garage, whilst last year's Rising Star winner Myles Smith will take to the stage at Nottingham's Rescue Rooms on the 24th.

[Fatboy Slim will kick off BRITs Week]

Fatboy Slim will kick off BRITs Week(Image: WireImage)

Meanwhile, powerhouses Jack Savoretti and Katherine Jenkins will blow fans away on February 25 at London's Emerald Theatre, and on the same night kwn will perform at Patterns, Brighton.

The week will also highlight emerging talent with Josh Baker headlining Manchester's YES on February 25, where Rossi will play the next night, and BRITs Critics Choice nominee Jacob Alon will play the Music Hall at Assembly Rooms in Edinburgh the eve of the award's ceremony.

Organisers have teased that further names will be added to the incredible line-up in "coming weeks" - Last years' event saw ten artists perform including Cat Burns, Clean Bandit, Tom Walker, and RagnBone Man.

[Katherine Jenkins]

Katherine Jenkins will perform(Image: katherinejenkinsobe/Instagram)

There will be a limited number of tickets for each show on sale. Pre-sale will be available on Thursday, 15th January whilst tickets will be on general sale the next day.

All proceeds from the shows go towards War Childs essential work providing aid, education, specialist mental health support, and more while standing up for the rights of children whose lives have been devastatingly affected by war.

To enter the prize draw and win a pair of tickets to see the artist of their choice, fans can make a donation starting from 10 per entry to War Child. The prize draws will go live as each show sells out. Visit crowdfunder.co.uk/brits-week-war-child.

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