Niall Horan, Raye and more announced for Summertimne Ball
The first wave of artists performing at Capital's Summertime Ball on Saturday 6 June, 2026 was announced this morning.
The UK’s largest summer music event is back at Wembley Stadium on Saturday June 6th, as Capital unites 80,000 fans with a line-up featuring some of the biggest global artists, marking a highlight of the music calendar.
The first wave of acts for Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard 2026 was announced this morning on Capital Breakfast by Jordan North, Chris Stark and Siân Welby. Confirmed artists include RAYE, Niall Horan, Fatboy Slim, Myles Smith, Sekou, Robyn, Bebe Rexha and December 10, with additional major names set to be revealed tomorrow. Fans can also expect a special surprise Barclaycard Out of the Blue performance on the day.
A defining artist of the current moment, seven-time BRIT Award winner RAYE returns to the Ball this summer. After the success of her chart-topping album, she has produced global hits such as Escapism. and WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!, and is widely recognised for her powerful voice and standout live shows.
Niall Horan joins this year’s line-up, bringing with him hits like Slow Hands, Nice To Meet Ya and Drive Safe featuring Myles Smith. Over the past decade, he has cemented his place as one of the biggest artists, and with his fourth solo album, Dinner Party, arriving in June, he is set for a major Wembley comeback this summer.
Fatboy Slim will make his debut at the Summertime Ball. A legendary figure in dance music, known for tracks like Praise You and Right Here, Right Now, he is expected to deliver a high-energy set filled with crowd favourites that have defined generations and secured his status over four decades.
Capital favourite Myles Smith is also part of this year’s line-up. Following a breakthrough year that included winning his first BRIT Award, supporting Ed Sheeran on tour and collaborating with Niall Horan, he has quickly emerged as one of the UK’s most exciting new artists and is poised for a standout Wembley moment.
Capital Buzz artist Sekou represents one of the UK’s most promising rising stars. The Capital Buzz Artist slot – presented by Capital’s Gen Z pop culture brand Capital Buzz – highlights emerging talent. As the youngest-ever winner of the BRITs Rising Star award, Sekou has already featured on major tracks and will now perform in front of his biggest audience yet at the Ball.
Swedish star Robyn, an international pop icon since the early 2000s, is best known for songs like ‘Dancing On My Own’ and ‘With Every Heartbeat’. As she celebrates the release of her latest album, Sexistential, she prepares to make her debut at Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard, bringing her distinctive style and influential sound to Wembley Stadium.
American singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha will also make her first appearance at the Ball. Known for global hits including I’m Good (Blue) and Meant to Be, she brings a catalogue well suited to a stadium audience.
New boyband December 10, formed on Netflix’s The Next Act, are set to debut at the event this summer. With a rapidly growing fanbase and tracks such as Run My Way and Angel, they are preparing to perform on their biggest stage so far.
Ashley Tabor-King CBE, Founder & Executive President of Global, said: “Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard is one of the biggest and most exciting events in the UK music calendar, bringing together world-class artists, unforgettable live performances and moments, and 80,000 Capital listeners at the iconic Wembley Stadium. From music legends to the hottest new artists, the ball is back!”
Simon Pitts, Group CEO of Global, said: “Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard continues to set the standard for live music events in the UK. This year’s line-up brings together some of the biggest artists in the world alongside the most exciting new talent, and it’s shaping up to be another outstanding show at Wembley Stadium. We’re proud to be partnering with Barclaycard to deliver it.”
James Rea, Chief Content Officer of Global, said: “Capital’s Summertime Ball at Wembley is the moment summer starts. 80,000 people and the biggest artists in the world, all on one stage. We’ve kicked things off with a huge first wave this morning, and there’s plenty more still to come. It’s shaping up to be something very special.”
Capital Breakfast’s Jordan North, Chris Stark & Siân Welby said: “There’s nothing quite like Summertime Ball season on Capital Breakfast. We’ve started with a fantastic set of artists this morning, and we’re back tomorrow with even more names for our listeners. We can’t wait to share the rest of the line-up!”
Tom Corbett, Managing Director, Sponsorship and Client Experience, Barclays, said: “As always, Global have delivered world-class artists to perform at Wembley Stadium for Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard. Alongside this year’s stellar line-up will be a very special Barclaycard Out of the Blue performance so fans can see more of what they love. Summertime Ball kicks off our summer of events across our extensive sponsorship portfolio of music, sports and the arts and is our first event of the summer to allow Barclaycard customers to unlock unique perks and discounts.”
Tickets for Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard are available via Global Player, with general sale opening at 9am on Thursday April 30th.
Download Global Player on your smartphone or tablet from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store – registration is quick, simple and free.
Capital listeners logged into Global Player will receive exclusive pre-sale access from 9am on Wednesday April 29th through a Capital pre-sale.
Additionally, Barclaycard customers can enjoy 10% off pre-sale tickets through a Barclaycard pre-sale (via Barclaycard Entertainment or the Global Player link).
Listen to Capital Breakfast with Jordan North, Chris Stark and Siân Welby from 7am tomorrow, when more major artists will be added to the line-up for Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard.
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