We’ve rounded up some of the gigs that are set to be a highlight of the year for fans.
1. Slipknot, January 17
In the wake of their return to the Number 1 slot on the Official UK Albums Chart with much lauded sixth studio album, We Are Not Your Kind, Slipknot are back on the road in 2020. Behemoth are special guests on all UK & European shows. Photo: Library photo
2. James Blunt, February 17
Following the release of his sixth studio album, Once Upon A Mind, James Blunt announced a major 2020 UK and European tour including a must see show at Newcastle's Utilita Arena Photo: ricahrd ponter
3. Stereophonics, March 9
In late 2019 Stereophonics unveiled new single Bust This Town, the latest offering from new album Kind. The group also announced details of a 2020 UK Arena tour including an electrifying performance at Utilita Arena Newcastle. Photo: Scarlet Page
4. James Arthur, March 13
Ahead of his highly anticipated sold out theatre dates, James Arthur announced a nationwide UK and Ireland arena tour for March 2020. Photo: Submitted