Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp, the celebrated musical couple, have thrilled fans by officially announcing their highly anticipated Sunday Lunch Rock Party Tour.
The Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp's tour will take place this fall, and it will travel various cities across the United Kingdom and serve as a jubilant celebration of the duo's wildly popular "Sunday Lunch" YouTube series.
Toyah and Robert have now unveiled further details of the tour in a press release, heightening the excitement among their loyal followers :
“We are so excited to be bringing our new Rock Party show to towns and cities across the UK,” stated Toyah. “This will be a rock show, with a full rock band — an uplifting party of a show. Be ready to party, be ready to dance, be ready for some serious vocals from me and some serious rock guitar from Robert!”
Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp's UK tour tickets are now available to buy via their official website. For more information, fans can follow them on their social media handles to stay updated about the tour.
Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp's Lunch Rock Party Tour will begin in Wimborne and end in Birmingham
Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp will kick off the month-long scheduled event with their concert in Wimborne, which is scheduled to take place on September 30, 2023. After visiting several cities across the UK, Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp will finally wrap up their tour with their Birmingham concert on October 9, 2023.
The following are the complete dates and venues for the Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp's tour:
- September 30, 2023 – Wimborne, UK - Tivoli
- October 01, 2023 – Cheltenham, UK - Town Hall
- October 07, 2023 – Harrogate, UK - Royal Hall
- October 08, 2023 – Whitley Bay, UK - Playhouse
- October 09, 2023 – Manchester, UK - Salford Lowry
- October 14, 2023 – Worthing, UK - Assembly Hall
- October 16, 2023 – Liverpool, UK - Philharmonic Hall
- October 19, 2023 – Bury St Edmunds, UK - Apex
- October 20, 2023 – Basingstoke, UK - Anvil
- October 21, 2023 – London, UK - Shepherd’s Bush Empire
- October 25, 2023 – Buxton, UK - Opera House
- October 26, 2023 – Shrewsbury, UK - Theatre Severn
- October 28, 2023 – Swansea, UK - Grand Theatre
- October 29, 2023 – Birmingham, UK - Town Hall
Learn more about Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp
Toyah Willcox
Toyah Willcox is a British singer, actress, and television presenter, born on May 18, 1958. She began her career in the late 1970s as the lead vocalist of the band Toyah, which quickly gained attention for their energetic performances and unique sound that blended punk, new wave, and pop elements. Toyah's debut album, Sheep Farming in Barnet, was released in 1979 and received critical acclaim for its innovative and rebellious style.
Recognized for her distinctive voice and striking visual style, Toyah gained widespread popularity in the early 1980s. Her second album, The Blue Meaning (1980), spawned several hit singles and showcased her versatility as a songwriter. Throughout the decade, she released a string of successful albums, including Anthem (1981) and Love Is the Law (1983).
In addition to her music career, Toyah made a name for herself as an actress in film and television. She appeared in movies such as Jubilee (1977) and Quadrophenia (1979), as well as numerous TV shows, including the cult classic Doctor Who.
Over the course of her career, Toyah has received several awards and recognition for her contributions to the entertainment industry. She won the Best Female Singer category at the 1982 Rock & Pop Awards and was nominated for Best Female Artist at the 1983 Brit Awards. In total, she has 4 BRIT Awards nominations. In 2018, she also received an honorary doctorate from the University of West England in recognition of her achievements in music, acting, and broadcasting.
Robert Fripp
Robert Fripp is an English guitarist, composer, and record producer, born on May 16, 1946. He is best known as the founder and lead guitarist of the progressive rock band King Crimson, which revolutionized the genre with its complex compositions and innovative use of guitar effects. Fripp's distinctive playing style, characterized by intricate guitar work and atmospheric soundscapes, established him as one of the most influential guitarists in rock music.
His band King Crimson's debut album, In the Court of the Crimson King (1969), is considered a landmark release in progressive rock and showcased Fripp's exceptional musicianship. The band's ever-evolving lineup and Fripp's visionary leadership allowed them to explore various musical styles and experiment with unconventional structures.
Throughout his career, Robert Fripp collaborated with numerous artists, including David Bowie, Brian Eno, and Peter Gabriel. He also embarked on solo projects, releasing albums such as Exposure (1979) and The League of Gentlemen (1981).
In 1990, he received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award as a member of King Crimson. He was also named one of the 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine.
Overall, Toyah Willcox and Robert Fripp's contributions to music have gained them great recognition and honours around the world, including the world's most prestigious music awards, the BRIT Awards and the Grammy Awards.