
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Sacramento, CA
United States
The Madness Summer Tour of 2022 marked a triumphant return to live music for the beloved British ska-pop legends, bringing their trademark energy and wit to a wide range of venues across the UK and Europe. Kicking off on June 1 in Cardiff, the tour saw the Nutty Boys perform in picturesque outdoor settings including racecourses, castles, and festival fields, with stops in London, Edinburgh, Shrewsbury, Margate, Dublin, and more. It was a celebration not only of their enduring popularity but also of a long-awaited reunion with fans following pandemic disruptions.
Highlights included standout performances at the Castle Howard Proms and the Cabaret Vert Festival in Charleville-Mézières, France, where they shared the bill with major international acts. Their setlists were a joyful journey through their extensive catalog, featuring classics such as “One Step Beyond,” “Baggy Trousers,” “House of Fun,” “It Must Be Love,” and “Our House,” as well as later-era favorites like “NW5” and “Mr. Apples.” Frontman Suggs led the show with his unmistakable charm, backed by the ever-tight musicianship of the band, including Mike Barson on keys, Lee Thompson on sax, and Chris Foreman on guitar.
Audiences of all ages turned out in droves, many dressed in fezzes and Two-Tone attire, affirming Madness’s cross-generational appeal. The production featured bold visuals, vintage backdrops, and playful banter, capturing the spirit of a band still thriving after more than four decades. With each show delivering a mix of nostalgia and fresh vibrancy, the 2022 Summer Tour solidified Madness’s status as one of the UK’s most treasured live acts, proving once again that their nutty sound remains as infectious as ever.
ON-STAGE
Band Member | On-Stage Roles |
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Mike (Monsieur Barso) Barson | Backing Vocalist, Keyboardist |
Chris (Chrissy Boy) Foreman | Guitarist |
Lee (Kix) Thompson | Backing Vocalist, Vocalist, Saxophonist |
Mark (Bedders) Bedford | Bassist |
Daniel (Woody) Woodgate | Drummer |
Graham (Suggs) McPherson | Vocalist |
ACCOMPANYING / TOURING MUSICIANS
Support Musican | On-Stage Roles |
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Mez Clough | Backing Vocalist, Percussionist |
Joe Auckland | Trumpeter, Horn Section |
Steve Hamilton | Saxophonist, Horn Section |
Mike Kearsey | Trombonist, Horn Section |
SETLIST
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Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Sacramento, CA
United States
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