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Swansea arena nears million milestone as star acts line up
Packed crowds and star power
Figures released this week show the arena has already drawn over 245,000 visits in 2025 alone, with audiences flocking to see the likes of the Manic Street Preachers, Wet Wet Wet, John Bishop, Riverdance and even a nostalgic night with The Fast Show.
The venue, developed by Swansea Council and part‑funded by the Swansea Bay City Deal, is run by ATG Entertainment. As well as concerts, it has become a hub for conferences, banquets, graduations and creative learning events.
What’s next
The line‑up for 2026 is already turning heads. Kaiser Chiefs, 10cc and Russell Howard are all booked, while UB40 and Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals will bring more variety to the stage.
But the biggest buzz surrounds Mamma Mia, which lands in January with 15 performances and the highest predicted ticket sales for any single show at the arena to date. Fans of Gavin & Stacey will also get their fix when James Corden and Ruth Jones appear in When Gavin Met Stacey, sharing behind‑the‑scenes secrets from Barry Island to Billericay.
Kaiser Chiefs advertised on the digital screen on the side of Swansea’s Arena
(Image: Swansea Council)Civic pride
Cllr Rob Stewart, Swansea Council Leader, said:
“The Swansea Building Society Arena has quickly established itself as one of the city’s most significant cultural and economic assets. Since opening, it has played a vital role in transforming the Copr Bay district into a vibrant destination, drawing audiences from across Wales and beyond.”
He added that the arena has strengthened Swansea’s reputation as a home for major touring acts while also providing a platform for local artists and community events.
Venue director’s view
Matt Blackhouse, Venue Director, said:
Crowds enjoy the show inside Swansea Building Society Arena“Since joining the arena team in June this year, it’s been great to see the variety of shows and events we’ve hosted — from three sold‑out nights with Bob Dylan to multi‑day conferences and banquets for over 600 people. With plenty more acts still to be announced, we’re excited to continue bringing top class entertainment to the region and putting Swansea firmly on the map.”
(Image: Swansea Council)From opening night to cultural hub
Since its launch in March 2022, the arena has been hailed as a catalyst for Copr Bay’s regeneration, shortlisted for architecture awards and praised as a test bed for digital innovation. With visitor numbers now closing in on the million mark, the venue is proving to be both a cultural powerhouse and an economic boost for the city.
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Figures showed the arena’s impact on Swansea’s economy and employment.#ATG #CllrRobStewart #comedy #concerts #Conferences #CoprBay #KaiserChiefs #MammaMia #ManicStreetPreachers #Music #RussellHoward #Swansea #SwanseaArena #SwanseaBuildingSocietyArena #UB40 #WetWetWet
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Robin Gibb, hello. Look at the stars they can attract in 1988. And Gary gives a decent interview: paying attention, Anthea?
"With a little help from my friends" - Wet Wet Wet
Marti in a natty waistcoat, the vocalist and centre of attraction for the band. Proof that it's a live vocal in the late choruses, the song needs some energy to not be predictable.
He was the successor to Morten Harket, but who has now replaced him as Swoonesomest Man in Pop?
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"With a little help from my friends" - Wet Wet Wet
From the album "Sgt. Pepper Knew My Father", a collection of Beatles covers raising money for charity. One of the NME's better ideas.
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"Yesterday" - Wet Wet Wet
All of rock history has been leading to this point!
Saggy old band cover thirty-year-old song, turn it into a dirge.
After this vapid, insipid Beatles cover, Wet Wet Wet went their separate ways.
It's a horrible end to a group who made some great music, but got eclipsed by their lead singer's ego - and his drugs habit. Remember them some other way.
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"Strange" - Wet Wet Wet
Anyway, you'll recognise Rosie Gaines' voice from "Diamonds and pearls", the title track to Prince's 1991 album (and, in my view, his strongest full album).
Wet Wet Wet were promoting their new album, celebrating ten years of pop superstardom (except 1990-91 when they were hurtling towards the dumper at a rate of knots) with their most predictable record yet.
Do we need that close-up of Graham's haircut? No, we do not.
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"Strange" - Wet Wet Wet
Evening all. Missed last week, so didn't get the chance to rave about Olive's splendid "You're not alone", a warm hug at the end of the night from some ultra-cutie we'll never see before or after.
Anyway, "Strange" is the new single by Wet Wet Wet. The Spice Girls are back to host, about the 255th time producer Mark Wells has featured them in his 13-week reign.
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gamau bahas juaranya si akamsi sam barks. kenal aja kagak xP
Tapi kan pak Marti ini vokalisnya band #Wetwetwet yah, jadi keinget sama lagunya yang paling sering diputar di MTV 90s #LoveIsAllAround. Tapi aku sukanya If I Never See You Again meskipun gak terkenal apalagi jika dibandingkan LIAA. Ohiyaakkk, lagu bandnya yang #JuliaSays itu lumayan sering juga diputar di KIS 95,1 FM JKT radio favorit aingggg~
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gamau bahas juaranya si akamsi sam barks. kenal aja kagak xP
Tapi kan pak Marti ini vokalisnya band #Wetwetwet yah, jadi keinget sama lagunya yang paling sering diputar di MTV 90s #LoveIsAllAround. Tapi aku sukanya If I Never See You Again meskipun gak terkenal apalagi jika dibandingkan LIAA. Ohiyaakkk, lagu bandnya yang #JuliaSays itu lumayan sering juga diputar di KIS 95,1 FM JKT radio favorit aingggg~
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Wet Wet Wet - Angel Eyes (1987)
#45vinyl #wetwetwet #angeleyes #1987 #1980s #80smusic #poprock #ballad #softrock #synthpop #martypellow #7inch #gxml
Wordpress - https://genxmusiclover.wordpress.com/2025/02/15/wet-wet-wet-angel-eyes/
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"If I never see you again" - Wet Wet Wet
Lead single from the Wets' tin anniversary album "10". Completely in their comfort zone: undemanding light soul, with no particular effort to move with the times. And very little energy: it's no "Sweet little mystery", this.
Sooner or later, the Wets will transition to the nostalgia market; this release makes "sooner" more likely.
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We have a “personalized for us” rainstorm coming down so I have pushed my morning walk to another hour
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Wet Wet Wet "Sweet surrender".
Mark Shaw of Then Jerico reviewed this for Smash Hits.
Is this a cover version? It sounds like one. If it's not then they've borrowed it from somewhere - I can't spot which songs they are but they've definitely ripped off two old soul songs. It's a bloody good record that will definitely be a hit. Wet Wet Wet disappoint me because their choice of song is so obviously commercial. They could wipe the floor with loads of bands if they really tried.
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8769707 - Wet Wet Wet - Hold Back The River - Keys To Your Heart
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How are people meant to squee over Marti Pellow when he's bobbing around all excitedly?
Dick Spratley - or whatever his name was - he didn't make us feel giddy because he moved when we saw him.
"Sweet little mystery" may be their best upbeat song, and the video's far better.
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Rainy morning in Manila,PH. Take care on your morning commute! Take note of traffic advisories before you go out.
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@geomannie you don't often see the Auldhouse Burn with this much water either. Nearly a metre above normal just upstream of Rouken Glen Road this morning! 🤯 #WetWetWet
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Time for a wee tune.
What could be more appropriate than Clydebank's finest?Temptation
Wet Wet Wet
