Vocal powerhouse and beloved television personality Jane McDonald has shared an exhilarating career update, expressing sheer delight about her forthcoming 2026 UK arena tour. The singer and presenter made the exciting announcement during a recent appearance on James Martin's Saturday Morning show on ITV1 and ITVX, broadcast on March 14, 2026.
New Album and Tour Details
Jane McDonald's upcoming tour is set to promote her latest musical offering, the album titled 'Living The Dream'. This marks her eleventh studio album, featuring a compelling mix of nine original tracks alongside four beloved country classics. The tour schedule commences in Derby on August 28, 2026, and will journey across various UK locations before concluding in Leeds on September 26, 2026.
Recording in Nashville
During her interview with chef James Martin, Jane McDonald revealed fascinating insights into the creation of her new album. She explained that the recording process took place at the prestigious Blackbird Studio in Nashville, Tennessee, a venue renowned for hosting legendary artists like Taylor Swift and Coldplay.
"I started writing the album and all of a sudden I said, 'This sounds a bit country'. So I said, 'Why don't we go to Nashville to do it?' and we had the most amazing time," Jane McDonald shared enthusiastically. She humorously added, "I mean, I've got no money left, but it doesn't matter, does it? I've gone from Abbey Road to Nashville and it's just one of those albums that I just can't wait for people to hear."
Arena Tour Excitement
The singer expressed genuine astonishment and joy about the scale of her upcoming tour, which will predominantly feature arena venues. "Well, I can't believe it really. Because we've got the new album, we decided to tour the album and the last tour did so well and we'd start to sort of dip into arenas then. So now there's only about two or three theatres in the whole tour now," she elaborated.
Jane McDonald particularly highlighted her anticipation for performing at Leeds Arena, considering it a homecoming of sorts. "Leeds Arena is like my own turf in it. I get to sleep in my own bed. It's just little things like that that cheer you up isn't it? So, I just can't believe it and it's August and September that we're out on tour. We're going to Sheffield Arena and Manchester Arena too," she revealed with evident excitement.
Additional Promotional Content
In addition to the album and tour, Jane McDonald mentioned that she brought a television crew with her to Nashville during the recording sessions. She indicated that this behind-the-scenes footage is expected to be released approximately four weeks after the album launch, providing fans with an intimate look at the creative process behind 'Living The Dream'.
The album itself is scheduled for release in the coming week, adding to the flurry of activity surrounding Jane McDonald's career in 2026. Her appearance on James Martin's Saturday Morning serves as a key promotional platform for these exciting developments, with the show airing weekly on ITV1 and the streaming service ITVX.
