Sam Smith announces Manchester shows and London residency

Sam Smith is bringing their To Be Free residencies to the UK for shows in Manchester and London.

The multi-award-winning musician will play two nights at Manchester's Albert Hall in September, followed by eight nights at London's Coliseum. They'll be Sam's first concerts in the UK since their 2023 arena run as part of Gloria the Tour.

Fans can access presale for their UK shows now via Sam's official website. Check out the full list of UK dates below:

• Thursday 3rd September - Albert Hall - Manchester 

• Friday 4th September - Albert Hall - Manchester

• Tuesday 8th September - Coliseum - London

• Wednesday 9th September - Coliseum - London

• Friday 11th September - Coliseum - London

• Saturday 12th September - Coliseum - London

• Tuesday 15th September- Coliseum - London

• Wednesday 16th September - Coliseum – London

• Thursday 18th September - Coliseum – London

• Friday 19th September - Coliseum – London

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The Manchester and London shows will follow the release of Sam's fifth studio album, Hazel Eyes, on August 21.

They'll be aiming for a fourth UK Number 1 album following 2014's In the Lonely Hour, 2017's The Thrill of It All and 2023's Gloria. Sam's other studio album, 2020's LoveGoes, peaked at Number 2.

Sam began their To Be Free residencies in New York last autumn, then took their live show to San Francisco this February and March. They'll also play a series of shows in Mexico City in August before heading over to the UK in September.