Legendary English rock band Muse has announced a surprise one-off concert at the iconic O2 Academy Brixton in South London, scheduled for Friday, April 3. This electrifying performance will mark the band's first show of 2026 and their first appearance in the capital since 2023, promising to kick off the Easter weekend with a spectacular bang.
Historic Return to Brixton After 25 Years
The upcoming gig represents a historic homecoming for Muse, as the trio—comprising Matt Bellamy, Dominic Howard, and Chris Wolstenholme—last graced the O2 Academy Brixton stage 25 years ago. That memorable two-night residency in 2001 celebrated the release of their acclaimed second album, Origin of Symmetry, cementing the venue's status in the band's storied career.
New Album and Recent Cancellations
This announcement follows closely on the heels of Muse confirming their tenth studio album, The Wow! Signal, set for release later this summer. The band recently dropped the single Be With You after teasing fans on social media throughout the week. Notably, the Brixton show comes after a series of cancelled performances across South Africa, India, and the United Arab Emirates in February due to unforeseen circumstances. Currently, only two North American festival dates—Summerfest and Festival d'été de Québec—are confirmed for the remainder of the year.
How to Secure Tickets for the Brixton Concert
Muse is offering fans multiple opportunities to obtain tickets through various presale and general sale channels. Here are the key details:
- Artist Presale: Fans who pre-order The Wow! Signal from the band's official UK/EU store before midday on Tuesday, March 24 will receive an exclusive access code. This presale begins at 10am on Wednesday, March 25.
- O2 Priority Presale: O2 customers can take advantage of priority access during the presale period.
- General Sale: Ticketmaster will release tickets to the general public starting at 10am on Friday, March 27.
Anticipated Setlist and Performance Details
While the exact setlist remains under wraps, expectations are high that Muse will showcase several tracks from their upcoming album The Wow! Signal, ahead of its official release on June 26. The full track order for the new album includes:
- The Dark Forest
- Nightshift Superstar
- Shimmering Scars
- Cryogen
- Be With You
- Hexagons
- The Sickness In You and I
- Unravelling
- Hush
- Space Debris
Fans are eagerly speculating whether classic hits like Supermassive Black Hole or Uprising will make an appearance, adding to the anticipation for what promises to be an unforgettable night of rock music in London.
