Alabama Shakes announced for huge outdoor show as part of On The Mount at Wasing 2026 near Reading, 2 July 2026

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SENBLA PRESENTS

ON THE MOUNT

THE ICONIC CONCERT SERIES SET IN THE BREATHTAKING WOODLAND AMPHITHEATRE OF WASING ESTATE, BERKSHIRE – RETURNS IN 2026

ALABAMA SHAKES

ON THE MOUNT AT WASING

WASING ESTATE, READING

THURSDAY 2 JULY 2026

Tickets:

O2 Presales: Wednesday 3rd December, 10:00am

Ticketmaster Presale: Thursday 4th December, 10:00am

General Sale: Friday 5th December,10:00am

Via: Ticketmaster.co.uk

Returning to the UK for their first shows in a decade, Alabama Shakes have been announced as headliners for On The Mount at Wasing – one of the UK’s most distinctive concert series which returns in 2026, set within a spectacular woodland amphitheatre in Berkshire.

On The Mount at Wasing unfolds on the breathtaking Wasing Estate (pronounced Way-zing) near Reading. At the heart of the countryside lies The Mount - a natural enclave unlike any other.

From the enchanting woodland trail that welcomes guests, to the wildflowers that bloom across the amphitheatre, every detail of this mindful space creates a truly transportive setting. It is here, immersed in nature, that audiences experience landmark performances from world-class artists. Set against the backdrop of one of the UK’s most unique and stunning outdoor venues, The Mount delivers a diverse programme rooted in music, nature, and connection.

Headlining on Thursday 2 July, Alabama Shakes join the previously announced MIKA who will headline on Friday 26 June, Pixies, who will headline on Saturday 27 June, and Self Esteem who will headline on Saturday 4 July.

Alabama Shakes were formed in Athens, Alabama, comprised of vocalist/guitarist Brittany Howard, guitarist Heath Fogg, and bassist Zac Cockrell, and exploded onto the scene in 2012 with their debut album ‘Boys & Girls’, which entered Billboard’s Independent Albums chart at No. 1.

‘Boys & Girls’ earned the band multiple GRAMMY nominations and was hailed as one of the year’s best albums by numerous publications, including Rolling Stone, which also named lead single “Hold On” the No.1 Best Song of 2012.

Soon after its release, the bandmates found themselves thrust into the global spotlight, achieving such milestones as performing at the White House and on “Saturday Night Live.”

The band’s legacy continued to grow with the groundbreaking ‘Sound & Color’. Released 10 years ago, the album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and won GRAMMY Awards for Best Alternative Music Album and Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical. The first single, “Don’t Wanna Fight,” took honours in the Best Rock Performance and Best Rock Song categories.

‘Sound & Color’ marked a profound evolution from Alabama Shakes’ debut album, as The New York Times Magazine observed, heralding the band’s “soul-stirring, shape-shifting new sound.” Both ‘Sound & Color’ and ‘Boys & Girls’ were certified Platinum by the RIAA.

The trio recently shared their first new music in over ten years with the release of single “Another Life”, and completed a storming recent North American tour.

On The Mount at Wasing 2026

Friday 26 June MIKA

Saturday 27 June PIXIES

Thursday 2 July ALABAMA SHAKES

Saturday 4 July SELF ESTEEM

More acts TBA

Tickets available from Ticketmaster

About Senbla

Senbla is part of Sony Music Entertainment and operates both nationally and internationally across music, performing arts and entertainment concert touring, festivals family entertainment, theatre and experiential. Senbla operates in some of the most prestigious venues in the world and works with some of the world’s leading artists in their fields as well as some of the biggest entertainment companies and Studios. In recent years Senbla has brought leading artists such as Michael Buble, Robbie Williams, My Chemical Romance, Duran Duran, The Chemical Brothers, Diana Ross, and more to unique outdoor venues across the UK. Senbla promotes up to 600 concerts a year and produces 200 further internationally.

About Wasing

As one of the most diverse rural estates in England, Wasing is home to many extraordinary spaces, and where exceptional events are hosted. The Estate has its roots firmly planted at the cutting edge of the wellbeing space, offering revitalising & healing experiences for sustainable health and wellness along with invigorating wild swimming, ice baths & sauna sessions.

Wasing previously hosted the Glade dance music festival in the mid-late 2000’s, and currently hosts the Medicine Festival, a unique remedial festival experience which invites people to come together and envision a more enlightened, peaceful and sustainable world.

Wasing places great importance on managing land sustainably, preserving biodiversity & the real pressing need for carbon sequestration.

The Mount was born as a fresh and pioneering space for people and planet to connect, unplugged from everyday reality. This spectacular, open-air setting with panoramic treescape vistas amplifies the senses, providing immersive and inspirational experiences in the heart of nature. Coupled with its forest floor Food Glade providing vibrant drinks & dining menus, this unrivalled space will offer exquisite hospitality and celebrate contemporary & world music.