The Darkness announce new support act for December 2026 UK arena tour
Brothers Osborne have dropped out
Last updated 15th Oct 2026
The Darkness have confirmed that Brothers Osborne are no longer able to join them on their Greatest Hits UK arena tour this December.
Feeder will now take the coveted special guest slot on the seven-date tour in the run-up to Christmas, with A still opening proceedings.
No explanation has been given for Brothers Osborne's exit.
Ever-eloquent Darkness vocalist Justin Hawkins says: “Feeder have agreed to join the bill for our arena tour and we are OVER THE MOON! Eagle eyed television enthusiasts will remember the legendary episode of Bargain Hunt when Frankie and I made more money than expected on a tin bath and condemned them to defeat.
“They were gracious in a way that we would not have been. I really like them as people and they rock hard.
“I still have my Bargain Hunt wind cheater but I promise not to wear it side stage during their set to taunt them…”
Feeder frontman Grant Nicholas adds: “We can’t wait to rock with our old friends The Darkness and A. We are going to be playing songs exclusively from our re-issued debut album Polythene. Feeder x”
The Darkness have promised that the December shows ‘promise an awe-inspiring, spandex-clad, rip-roaring stomp through some of the most iconic rock songs in history.’
Ahead of the tour, The Darkness will release their first personally curated best of album ‘Crock of Hits’ on Friday 27th November via Warner Music.
Tickets for The Darkness’ UK tour are on sale from Planet Rock Tickets now.
The Darkness’ UK tour dates:
DECEMBER 2026
Glasgow OVO Hydro – Tue 8th
Leeds First Direct Bank Arena – Wed 9th
Manchester AO Arena – Fri 11th
Birmingham Utilita Arena – Sat 12th
Cardiff Utilita Arena – Sun 13th
Brighton Centre – Tue 15th
London The O2 – Wed 16th