Fat Freddy's Drop: 21st Anniversary Of Based On A True Story – O2 Academy Leeds, Leeds

Date: Tuesday, 20 October 2026
Time: 19:00
Venue: O2 Academy Leeds
Address: 55 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW, UK
City: Leeds
Organisation: Academy Music Group
Price range: 45.75 £ – 55.87 £

About this event

Legendary band Fat Freddy's Drop is returning to the stage in 2026 to perform their ground-breaking debut album, Based On A True Story, in celebration of its 21st anniversary. The production is framed as a tribute and a continuation of the band's legacy, as the 51 dates across Australia, Aotearoa, Europe, and the UK will be their first shows following the sudden death of founding band member Chris 'MU' Faiumu. The band has stated they are united in their decision to continue with this long-planned tour, doing it for the love of music. The staging and performance will focus on the independent 2005 release, bringing its unique blend of future funk to live audiences across multiple continents.