Jamie Webster has confirmed he will return to the On The Waterfront concert series in Liverpool in 2027, four years after two sold-out performances at the same event. The 32-year-old singer-songwriter from North Liverpool will also allow children to attend for the first time, subject to licence.
Webster, whose fourth album 'Running Round The Sun' reached the top 10 of the Official Album Charts and number one in the Official Independent Albums Charts, described the past few months as a "whirlwind." He recently returned from US shows and is set to perform in Belfast, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and across the UK until December, before heading to Australia.
A "Whirlwind" Year and Album Success
Speaking to the ECHO, Webster said: "It's been crazy. [I] just literally got back last Thursday, and I'm off again on Saturday for gigs in Belfast, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and then basically doing another lap of the UK all the way up into the start of December. Then it's straight to Australia."
He added: "So it's been a whirlwind from May and what's going to take me through to Christmas. It's the sort of stuff you've always dreamed of, but I don't really get the chance to think about what meaning that period's had until I get a little bit of time to reflect."
Webster, who has reached the top 10 with all four of his albums, reflected on his gratitude: "I love what I do, I'm lucky to be doing what I do, and I'm just really made up that I can still do it and that the fans still give me the opportunity to engage with them in this way. I'm really grateful for the past six years, and looking forward to the next six now to see what it brings."
Memories of Previous Waterfront Shows
Webster recalled his 2023 performances at the Pier Head, describing them as "two of my favourite ever gigs." He said: "Ever since I've done the waterfront gigs—obviously the year after we done Sefton Park, but then the two years since then when I've seen the stage set up, you drive past it. Just seeing amazing people who've done it like Paul Weller, and bands like Red Rum Club and stuff like that played it, I couldn't help but feel a little bit jealous and just want to be back there."
He contrasted the two nights: "The first one was like a day in paradise. The sun was shining, the sun was setting, it was unbelievable. The next gig was absolute torrential rain, storm, and wind. They were like yin and yang, both of them."
"The sunny day, which was Thursday night, was just smooth sailing. [It was] a great gig and a really lovely night. But Friday night felt like we were going into battle, and we were all there together, and we'd all get through it together."
Family-Friendly Changes and Support Acts
Unlike his 2023 shows, children will be able to attend with an adult, subject to licence. Webster said: "I've got an army of youngsters there. Looking back to when I used to do BOSS Kids events, they were some of the best gigs I'd ever done up to that point. It's an amazing feeling seeing all these young lads and girls having a good time to your songs."
He thanked the council for allowing it: "I'd like to thank the council for allowing it and letting it go ahead, because it's not just important for me, it's important for the music and arts culture of the future of Liverpool."
Liverpool band The Cheap Thrills will return as a support act, having played the event in 2023. Webster said: "They are living proof that if you keep going at stuff, believe in yourself, work hard, and get a good support network around you, you can do what you want."
General tickets for the show go on sale today (October 30). Webster promised "110% from me, loads of energy, a positive community atmosphere," and hinted at surprises: "I've got a few ideas, but I can't let them slip just yet."
