Booth announced that the setlist changes nightly, offering unique experiences for fans attending consecutive shows.

During their performance, they played iconic hits such as 'Sometimes', 'Born of Frustration', and 'Sit Down', energizing the audience.

The opening act was North West indie band The K's, who showcased songs from their upcoming album 'Pretty On The Internet', set to release later in June.

Nicky Chance-Thompson, CEO of The Piece Hall Trust, highlighted the success of the summer music series in boosting both cultural offerings and the local economy.

The successful concert is part of a series of summer events at The Piece Hall, which will also feature performances by artists like Gary Barlow and The Smashing Pumpkins.

Indie band James kicked off the summer music series at Halifax Piece Hall, selling out the 6,000-capacity venue on June 6 and 7, 2025.

Lead singer Tim Booth described the venue as a 'stunning' setting, likening it to a Venetian piazza, even as rain fell without dampening the crowd's spirit.

The band has received critical acclaim for their recent releases and live shows, which they describe as some of their best work in years.

The summer lineup features notable acts including UB40, Deftones, and Nile Rodgers, with many shows already sold out, indicating strong demand.

Halifax Piece Hall, a Grade I listed venue and the last remaining Georgian cloth hall globally, has transformed into a cultural hub since its reopening in 2017, attracting over 17 million visitors.

The concert series, presented by TK Maxx, is poised to break box office records for the fourth consecutive year, with over 170,000 tickets sold for 36 concerts.

This summer series is set to welcome over 200,000 attendees, making it one of the largest outdoor concert series in England outside of London.