Robbie Williams Announces Britpop Album, European Tour

Robbie Williams is set to release his first studio album in nearly a decade, titled Britpop, this autumn, drawing inspiration from the 1990s Britpop era when he left Take That and engaged with the British music scene shaped by bands like Oasis. The lead single, "Rocket," features Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath on guitar and marks a departure from Williams' electronic influences toward a more guitar-driven, rock-oriented sound with anthemic and upbeat qualities. The album reflects Williams' long-held ambition to create the music he wanted to make after leaving Take That in 1995, embracing a raw and guitar-heavy style that merges Britpop and pop elements. The album's artwork humorously nods to Williams' 1995 Glastonbury Festival experience and his interactions with Oasis, highlighting the personal significance of that era. To support the album, Williams will embark on the Britpop Tour starting in Edinburgh on May 31, featuring stadium shows across Europe and incorporating both new material and classic hits. Williams expressed pride in the album and excitement to perform songs from it live, underscoring Britpop as a major new chapter in his music career.