Mark Shaw of Then Jerico to Headline Acoustic Performance in Holborn
Mark Shaw, the renowned lead singer, lyricist, songwriter, producer, and founding member of the iconic band Then Jerico, is set to deliver a special acoustic performance in Holborn, London. The event will take place at PizzaExpress Live, located at 99 High Holborn, London WC1V 6LF, on Friday, 3rd April 2026, which coincides with Good Friday. This acoustic duo show promises an intimate evening filled with classic hits and fan favourites.
Event Details and Performance Schedule
The concert will feature two distinct 45-minute sets, commencing at 8:30 PM and 9:30 PM. Shaw will be accompanied by solo acoustic guitarist Ollie Brum, who will utilise live loops to enhance the musical experience. The performance will include authentic versions and creatively reworked interpretations of tracks from Then Jerico's extensive discography.
Attendees can expect to hear hit singles such as Let Her Fall, Muscle Deep, and the timeless classic The Motive, which notably spent 14 weeks on the UK singles charts in 1987 and was the highest-played record on BBC Radio One that year. Additionally, the setlist will feature songs like Big Area, What Does it Take?, and Sugar Box from the double-platinum selling album The Big Area [Outside], along with Love So Bright from Shaw's 1991 solo album Almost.
The show will also include selected fan-favourite album tracks and a couple of surprise cover versions chosen by Mark Shaw himself, adding a unique twist to the evening.
Ticket Information and VIP Experience
Standard tickets for the event are priced at £35.00. For fans seeking an exclusive experience, VIP 'Soundcheck Experience Meet & Greet' tickets are available for £60.00. This premium package allows attendees to watch the duo perform two songs during the soundcheck, followed by a personal meet and greet session. VIP ticket holders are required to arrive promptly at 5:45 PM.
Doors for the general public will open at 6:30 PM. Mark Shaw expressed his enthusiasm for the venue, stating, "Holborn is a special venue I love getting close to the crowd."
Venue Accessibility and Transport Options
The nearest tube station to PizzaExpress Live in Holborn is Holborn station, conveniently situated opposite the venue. It is accessible via the Central, Piccadilly, or Waterloo & City lines. As an alternative, Chancery Lane station is just a 5-minute walk away, providing additional transport convenience for attendees.
Background on Then Jerico and Mark Shaw's Career
Mark Shaw formed Then Jerico in the early 1980s after placing an advertisement in Melody Maker, with the band making its live debut in London in 1983. Following a lineup change and a series of gigs in London and New York, the band signed a seven-album deal with London Records in August 1984.
Their debut album, First [The Sound of Music], released in 1986 and co-produced by Shaw and Owen Davies, featured three chart singles and garnered significant attention. The band's second album, The Big Area [Outside], released in March 1989, achieved gold and platinum status rapidly, selling over 100,000 copies within 40 minutes and solidifying their global fanbase.
In August 2024, Mark Shaw released a comprehensive 4xCD boxed set titled Then Jerico: 'Before The Future - 1984-1989' on Cherry Red Records. This collection includes 65 tracks, with 19 previously unreleased on CD, and entered the Official UK Independent Album Chart at number 20 and the Official UK Album Chart at number 50.
This upcoming acoustic show in Holborn offers a rare opportunity to experience the musical legacy of Then Jerico in an intimate setting, celebrating decades of influential rock and pop music.
