Richard Ashcroft set to perform live at the Zénith in Paris this June 2026

After opening for Lenny Kravitz in March 2025 at Paris La Défense Arena, and then supporting Oasis across the UK and Ireland later that year, Richard Ashcroft is now set to perform a special concert in the capital this summer! The iconic British singer and musician, best known as the frontman of The Verve, will take to the stage at Zénith de Paris - La Villette on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

So, when does the ticket office open? Don't miss the Gérard Drouot Productions pre-sale happening on Thursday, February 12th at 10 a.m. Otherwise, general sales are set to go live on Friday, February 13th at 10 a.m. 

Born in 1971 in Wigan, England, Richard Ashcroft is best known as the vocalist and frontman of The Verve. The band was formed in 1989 and released four albums between 1993 and 2008. Their most iconic record remains Urban Hymns. Released in 1997, their third album features four timeless singles: “The Drugs Don't Work,” “Sonnet,” “Lucky Man,” and the legendary hit “Bitter Sweet Symphony.”

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In 2000, Richard Ashcroft launched his solo career with the release of "Alone With Everybody," followed by "Human Conditions" in 2002 and "Keys To The World" in 2006. His most recent solo album, "Lovin' You," was released in October 2025.

In recent years, Richard Ashcroft had kept a much lower profile. But after several years away from the spotlight, the British singer made a grand comeback in Paris in March 2025 as a special guest at Lenny Kravitz's concert. A few months later, Ashcroft was hitting the roads across the UK and Ireland, touring with Oasis during their reunion shows. As a close friend of Noel Gallagher, Ashcroft was chosen to open all the dates on Oasis’s UK and Irish tour.

On June 24, 2026, Richard Ashcroft is set to reunite with his Parisian fans, this time as the headliner. To experience the magic of his numerous hits once again, head to Zénith de Paris - La Villette. Please note that Electric Pyramid will open the show for this highly anticipated Paris concert.