Skye Newman gets 'goosebumps' over record-breaking Brixton Academy run
Summary
Skye Newman began a five-show run at Brixton Academy in November 2026, setting a record for a British female solo artist at the south London venue. The 23-year-old singer said she felt honoured and plans to tour Australia as a support act for Harry Styles next month.Key Facts
- Newman’s five Brixton Academy shows will surpass the previous record of three nights, set by Little Simz in 2021.
- Newman won BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2026.
- Her debut single, “Hairdresser,” reached the UK top 20.
- Her follow-up single, “Family Matters,” reached number five in June.
- Newman performs with an all-female band.
- She performed Amy Winehouse’s “Addicted” at a BBC event marking the anniversary of the album “Back to Black.”
- Newman is scheduled to support Harry Styles on tour in Australia next month.
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