Overview
- Playing to fewer than 2,000 fans at Liverpool’s Olympia on February 6, Williams performed his 1997 debut and January release Britpop start to finish.
- He addressed Netflix’s new Take That documentary, telling the crowd he felt shame and regret over past remarks about Gary Barlow before joking he later felt defiant about speaking his mind.
- The Official Charts Company confirmed Britpop as Williams’ 16th UK number‑one album, moving him past The Beatles for the most by a solo artist.
- Liverpool Olympia advised fans against early or overnight queuing due to safety and said no pre‑doors welfare would be provided, with doors at 6:30pm and bag checks in place.
- Glasgow’s Barrowland opener drew strong local reviews for the stripped‑back format, and London’s O2 Academy Brixton show on February 8 is sold out.