They’re back, baby! Counting Crows have announced their long-awaited return to the UK this month for The Complete Sweets Tour — and it’s shaping up to be a proper nostalgic treat for fans who’ve been singing Mr. Jones at the top of their lungs since the ‘90s. 😎
Frontman Adam Duritz and co. will be serving up their signature mix of emotional storytelling and jangly, heartfelt rock across seven dates this October, joined by special guest James Maddock (with Immy).
🎤 UK TOUR DATES 2025
📍 Thu 23 Oct – Newcastle, O₂ City Hall
📍 Fri 24 Oct – Manchester, O₂ Apollo
📍 Sun 26 Oct – Leeds, O₂ Academy
📍 Mon 27 Oct – Edinburgh, The Corn Exchange
📍 Wed 29 Oct – Wolverhampton, Civic Hall
📍 Fri 31 Oct – Portsmouth, Guildhall
📍 Sat 01 Nov – London, OVO Arena Wembley
🧈 “Butter Miracle: The Complete Sweets”
The band’s latest record Butter Miracle: The Complete Sweets finally dropped on May 9, and it’s an absolute feast of nostalgia and modern magic. Expect a lush, melodic ride through bittersweet Americana — the kind of album that pairs beautifully with a rainy night and a pint (or a piece of buttered toast, judging by the tour art 😂).
🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now!
Tickets are flying out faster than you can say “Accidentally in Love” — so if you fancy catching one of the most beloved alt-rock bands of the past three decades live, now’s your chance!
👉 Grab yours now at livenation.co.uk
Counting Crows might’ve been the soundtrack to your uni heartbreak or that long drive down the M4, but in 2025, they’re still proving that heartfelt rock never goes out of style.
See you down the front, toast in hand. 🥂🎸
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