Rick Astley Joins Star-Studded Ludlow Castle Concert Lineup 2026!

Rick Astley, the singer who became famous in 1988 with his hit song 'Never Gonna Give You Up', is set to perform at Ludlow Castle next summer. He is the seventh artist announced for the castle's concert series, which has been growing in popularity over the past four years. Astley will take the stage on July 24, joined by the Lightning Seeds and other acts that will be revealed soon. The concert series at Ludlow Castle has become a major event, attracting music fans from all over the region.

Astley's career has had its ups and downs. After releasing four albums, he retired from the music industry in 1993. However, he made a comeback seven years later and has continued to release new music, with his ninth album coming out in 2023. The Lightning Seeds, who will also perform at the event, are known for their catchy songs like 'Life of Riley', 'Pure', 'Marvellous', and the football anthem 'Three Lions'. Their music has been enjoyed by fans for many years, and their appearance at Ludlow Castle is highly anticipated.

Residents of Ludlow will have the first opportunity to buy tickets for the concerts, giving local fans a chance to see their favorite artists live. Other headliners for the 2026 concert series include Human League, Tom Grennan, The Streets, Richard Ashcroft, Scissor Sisters, and Snow Patrol. The growing number of concerts at Ludlow Castle shows how popular live music events have become in the area. People in Shropshire are encouraged to share which stories they want covered, and they can follow BBC Shropshire online for updates on local events and news.