Robbie Williams named ambassador for National Album Day
Former Take That singer to see his classic album reissued.
Robbie Williams has been named a National Album Day ambassador, taking on the title of Album Icon and advocating for the importance of albums in the modern music landscape.
The event on October 17 will see Williams's acclaimed 2000 album, Sing When You’re Winning, reissued for the first time on vinyl as part of celebrations showcasing iconic albums and artists.
Williams, who is from Stoke-on-Trent, follows in the footsteps of PinkPantheress and Melanie C, and emphasised the continued importance of albums to artists with his involvement. He said: "Ask any artist: albums still matter."
A spokesperson for National Album Day highlighted Williams's significant contribution, describing him as a music icon supporting the cultural significance of the album format.
Sing When You’re Winning will be reissued as a limited-edition two-LP set featuring red and blue vinyl, available for pre-order from participating shops from October 6.
The British Phonographic Industry and the Entertainment Retailers Association have collaborated to organise the event, with themed coverage set on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds.
Williams, who launched his solo career in 1995, is renowned for hits such as Rock DJ, Angels, and Millennium, and is the most awarded artist in Brit Awards history with 18 accolades.