British indie legends Pulp are gearing up for a rare and exciting return to the airwaves this May with two exclusive live performances for BBC Radio 6 Music and BBC Radio 2. The band will perform intimate sets at the iconic BBC Radio Theatre in London, giving fans an early taste of their upcoming album More, their first in nearly 24 years.
On Thursday 29 May, listeners can tune into 6 Music Session: Pulp Live during Nick Grimshaw’s breakfast show, where the band will perform a special session alongside an in-depth interview. The performance follows the world premiere of Pulp’s new single Spike Island, which aired earlier this month on Lauren Laverne’s show. For fans eager to watch the session unfold, the entire 6 Music performance will also be available to stream on BBC iPlayer the same day, with on-demand access for 30 days.
Radio 2 will host its own intimate show with Pulp as part of its In Concert series, set to be recorded on Wednesday 7 May. The performance will be broadcast on Jo Whiley’s evening show on Thursday 29 May, followed by a feature on The Scott Mills Breakfast Show the next morning, which will include additional exclusive tracks from the set. BBC Two will also air the Radio 2 concert in June, giving television viewers a chance to experience the energy of the performance.
Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker shared his enthusiasm about returning to the BBC Radio Theatre, noting the venue’s intimate feel and the band’s excitement to perform songs both old and new. “As long as we can fit all our equipment in there,” he joked, “it’s going to be great to play some songs for Radio 2 and 6 Music.”
BBC presenters are just as thrilled. Nick Grimshaw called it “amazing” to hear new Pulp music after so long, while Jo Whiley said the band’s catalogue holds deep personal meaning and that she’s delighted to see them performing again. Jeff Smith, Head of Music for Radio 2 and 6 Music, praised Pulp’s ability to resonate with both mainstream and alternative audiences, calling the two upcoming sessions “contrasting” yet equally exciting.
Formed in Sheffield in 1978, Pulp spent years evolving their sound before breaking through in the early 1990s with albums like Different Class and This Is Hardcore. Known for their sharp lyrics and distinctive take on British life, the band’s influence on indie music remains strong. Their upcoming album More was recorded in just three weeks and promises to be one of the year’s most anticipated releases.
With two exclusive live sessions and a new album on the horizon, 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Pulp and their fans alike.
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