Rizzle Kicks are levelling up. The iconic UK duo just announced their biggest ever headline show, set to take over London’s Alexandra Palace on Friday 22nd May 2026. It’s bold, it’s nostalgic, and it’s proof that Jordan and Harley are back, but not just back, bigger than ever.
The announcement lands hot on the heels of their new album Competition Is For Losers, a punchy, unapologetic return packed with wit, groove and grown-up grit. It’s been widely hailed as their most assured record yet, a confident step into a new era that still nods to the golden summers they soundtracked the first time round.
Harley shared: “The first football team I ever played for was the Alexandra Palace Broncos. I would go to fireworks night there every single year. I would go ice skating every Christmas. Ally Pally was such a big part of my life and now I get to play there. A genuine dream come true.”
For anyone who came of age in the early 2010s, Rizzle Kicks were more than just a chart-topping duo, they were a cultural moodboard. Tracks like Down With The Trumpets, Mama Do The Hump and Skip To The Good Bit were cheeky, catchy and bursting with energy, while their No.1 feature on Heart Skips A Beat became an instant anthem.
But behind the scenes, life was shifting. In 2016, the pair pressed pause, prioritising their mental health. Jordan was candid about his struggles with addiction, while Harley stepped back to deal with anxiety and depression. Their decision to step away felt radical and refreshing at a time when few in the industry were speaking openly about those things.
Fast forward to now, and the comeback isn’t just about music, it’s about maturity. Jordan’s spent time in front of the camera, in the studio and on the page, recently releasing his book Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak and Dogs. Harley has been writing with some of the most exciting voices in UK music, all while raising two kids and quietly rebuilding his creative spark.
Their 2025 return saw them play a string of standout shows, including a euphoric night at Manchester’s Castlefield Bowl, and now, with Alexandra Palace locked in, they’re stepping into something even bigger.
The phrase “Rizzle Kicks weather” has made a comeback too, echoing that light, playful vibe their early music carried. It’s shorthand for something simpler, when the world felt a little easier, a little less heavy. The duo aren’t trying to rewind time, but they are reconnecting with the spirit that first brought fans to their feet.
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