Globally recognised pop artist known for theatrical songwriting, bold melodies and emotionally open, life-affirming music.
Performing at
Cuffe & Taylor and Depot Live presents
Mika
With very special guests: The Feeling & Gwenno
Cardiff Castle, Cardiff
Gates at: 17:00
Performing at
Regular Music presents
MIKA
Plus special guests
Kelvingrove Bandstand, Glasgow
Gates at: 18:30
Headlining
On the Mount at Wasing - Mika
Plus Support: Meek
The Mount at Wasing, Reading
Doors at 17:00
Performing at
Belladrum 2026
Belladrum Estate, Inverness
Gates at: 08:00 | Ends: 23:59
MIKA (Michael Holbrook Penniman Jr.) is a pop singer-songwriter celebrated for his theatrical flair, widescreen melodies and unmistakable voice. He rose to prominence in (2006) with the release of “Relax, Take It Easy”, before reaching number one the same year with the breakout single “Grace Kelly”. Blending pop, glam and classical influences, his music is marked by bold hooks, emotional openness and a playful sense of drama that helped him stand out on the global stage.
His debut album Life in Cartoon Motion (2007) introduced a colourful, high-energy sound that became instantly recognisable, followed by The Boy Who Knew Too Much (2009), The Origin of Love (2012) and No Place in Heaven (2015), each expanding his musical palette while retaining a strong melodic core. Later releases include My Name Is Michael Holbrook (2019), which leaned into personal storytelling, and the soundtrack album Zodi & Téhu, frères du désert (2023). Across his career, MIKA has remained a distinctive pop voice, balancing exuberance with vulnerability and creative ambition.
The event is taking place at Cardiff Castle, Cardiff. See individual listings for full venue details.
Tickets go on sale on Friday 7th November 2025 at 10:00am.
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