Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Ray LaMontagne is heading back to UK stages for the first time in over eight years, and Oxford is on the tour map.
As part of a limited-run 2026 UK tour, LaMontagne will celebrate the 20th anniversary of his critically acclaimed debut album Trouble, performing it in full at the New Theatre Oxford on Saturday, 6 June 2026.
A Landmark Album, Revisited
Originally released in 2004, Trouble introduced LaMontagne’s husky vocals and poetic song writing to the world. The album’s soulful title track became a radio favourite and was later featured in films and TV dramas, catapulting the Maine-born musician to global recognition.
This marks the first time LaMontagne has ever performed the album in its entirety, a must-see experience for longtime fans and newcomers alike.
🗣️ “If You Never Look Back, You’ll Never See How Far You’ve Come”
In announcing the tour, LaMontagne reflected on the passage of time since the album’s release:
Twenty years. Two decades. That’s a lot of water under the bridge. Every cell in my body has changed three times over in that time. I have been three times reborn. There are moments in life when you need to place a marker. Some say it’s brave never to look back—but I disagree. If you never look back, you’ll never see how far you’ve come. This year, I place a signpost: twenty years of Trouble.”
About the Venue
Located in the heart of the city, New Theatre Oxford is one of the region’s premier live music venues, known for hosting world-class touring artists and theatre.
- Just a 10-minute walk from Oxford rail station
- Well served by Park & Ride services
- Step-free access and assisted seating available
- Tickets & Booking
Tickets for the Oxford show are on sale now and expected to sell out quickly.
- Book now at ATGTickets.com
- Ticket prices: From £38.50 + booking fee
Ray LaMontagne – Trouble 20th Anniversary UK Tour 2026
| Date | Venue | City |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 02 June | Symphony Hall | Birmingham |
| Wed 03 June | Beacon | Bristol |
| Fri 05 June | Dome | Brighton |
| Sat 06 June | New Theatre | Oxford |
| Mon 08 June | Royal Albert Hall | London |
Why You Should Go
Whether you discovered Trouble during university days, came across it in a soundtrack, or just love stripped-back, soulful Americana, this is a rare chance to see a modern classic performed live.
The Trouble 20th anniversary tour marks LaMontagne’s first return to Oxford since 2010, making this a standout moment in the city’s 2026 live music calendar.
