Jessie Ware is the new confirmation for the day July 11th on the Heineken Stage, joining the already confirmed The Smashing Pumpkins, Benjamin Clementine, Black Pumas, Nothing But Thieves and Kenya Grace. Tickets here.
Jessie Ware, a six-time Mercury Prize and BRIT Awards nominee, has consolidated her position as one of the most influential voices in British pop music. The album That! Feels Good! follows the successful What’s Your Pleasure from 2020. Live experiences, including opening for Harry Styles, have significantly influenced this fifth album.
That! Feels Good! embraces a fusion of funk, disco and soul, with tracks such as “Free Yourself” and “Pearls” standing out. Ware’s influence extends beyond music, with friends and family including Kylie and Benny Blanco. The album, born in the midst of periods of creative blockages, reflects optimism and autonomy. Jessie highlights the importance of live performances in her musical evolution, expressing her transition from singer to performer. It is in this new work that the page turns to a new era, described as an experience of freedom, reflecting a sound of release and encouragement for everyone to do the same.
“These Lips” closes the album with classic club energy. Jessie considers her fifth album a triumph, marking an effortless musical achievement. This fearless approach reflects a confidence and experience that expresses her desire to continue touring for years to come, emphasizing that, for Jessie, life is at the heart of her musical passion.