Busted announced as Bristol Sounds 2024 headliner

The band last played in Bristol in 2017

Busted have been announced as the latest headliners for a harbourside summer concert series in Bristol.

The group, whose number one hits include Crashed The Wedding and Thunderbirds are Go, will play Bristol Sounds as part of their 20th anniversary tour.

Confirmed acts for other dates of the concert series include James Arthur, Gentleman's Dub Club and Placebo.

The open-air gigs will be held at the Lloyds Amphitheatre from 22 to 30 June.

Organisers said Busted were a "perfect match" for Bristol Sounds.

Conal Dodds, event promoter at Crosstown Concerts, said: "Busted resonates with several generations of music enthusiasts and their fans have a deep connection with the band."

The concerts will be held at the Lloyds Amphitheatre

"They're celebrating 20 years and we're celebrating 10 years of Bristol Sounds, so it's a perfect match for us," he added.

The band last played in Bristol at the O2 Academy in 2017.

More than 20,000 people attended Bristol Sounds concerts in 2023, with artists such as Mika, James, Levellers and Self Esteem playing over five nights.

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