Ed Sheeran to Perform Free Concert in August

Popular Singer Ed Sheeran is to perform a free concert in Coventry for 700 fans, to mark the “grand opening” of HMV Empire in Hertford Street.

The concert scheduled for 25 August is also part of celebrations for the company’s centenary with tickets to be issued in a free draw.

The venue has moved from Far Gosford Street and undergone a £500,000 redevelopment.

The singer-songwriter said: “HMV is a store that I spent a lot of time in growing up and a place where I discovered lots of new music, so I’m looking forward to celebrating this milestone with them.”

Phil Rooney and Dave Brayley, the site’s co-owners, said: “To have Ed Sheeran – one of the world’s biggest artists – not only coming to Coventry but performing in our new venue, the HMV Empire, is simply mind-blowing.”

The firm added those attending the gig would have their temperatures checked, as part of continuing measures to tackle the coronavirus pandemic.

The pop star’s performance coincides with Coventry’s year-long programme of arts events as the City of Culture.

Ed Sheeran whose full name is Edward Christopher Sheeran MBE is an English singer, songwriter, record producer, musician, actor, and businessman. Sheeran has sold more than 150 million records worldwide, making him one of the world’s best-selling music artists.

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