Sir Roger Daltrey, Paul Weller, and Robert Plant will headline a tribute concert honoring broadcaster Bob Harris at the Royal Albert Hall on December 2.
The one-off show, titled "Stand By Me: Bob Harris – A Celebration Of Life In Music," will also feature performances by Rick Wakeman, Carly Pearce, Chris Difford, Beth Nielsen Chapman, Judie Tzuke, Kate Rusby, The Shires, Kezia Gill, and Toby Lee.
Harris's legacy in music
Harris, 80, has been a passionate advocate for country, folk, Americana, and singer-songwriters, introducing generations of listeners to emerging talent alongside established stars. Many of the artists performing were championed by Harris during his broadcasting career, with more artists to be announced later.
Harris said: "I've been blessed and honoured to have been there with all these artists right at the beginning of their careers, so we all have long working relationships and deep friendships."
Harris's love for the venue
He added: "I truly love the Royal Albert Hall too. I first began attending concerts there in 1968, and it is, to me, the most beautiful and prestigious venue in Britain. So I feel so honoured to have these wonderful artists with me onstage at my favourite venue. Bringing this music together for Stand By Me is the realisation of a dream."
The event will also feature broadcasting and music figures on stage to present the show and share their memories of Harris.
Ticket details
Tickets go on sale on Friday at 10am.
Harris's broadcasting career
Known as Whispering Bob, Harris presented BBC Two's The Old Grey Whistle Test from 1972 to 1979. He later presented BBC Radio 2's The Country Show on Thursday nights from 1999 to 2026 and Sounds Of The 70s from 2024 to March 2026.
Harris stepped back from his weekly shows earlier this year due to treatment for prostate cancer. He said at the time that leaving his shows was "one of the hardest decisions of my life".
Harris was first diagnosed in 2007 and successfully treated. In April this year, he revealed the cancer had spread to his spine, leading to a two-week course of radiotherapy in hospital. He said Radio 2 has been "supportive beyond words" during his treatment.
