Apple Music to open concert venue in Battersea Power Station
Apple Music Hall, a 600-capacity live music venue, has opened in London's Battersea Power Station. The venue, launched on September 28, 2026, features state-of-the-art sound and technology, including recording studios and multi-camera video capture capabilities in Spatial Audio. Elton John was the first performer, marking his first public UK performance in over three years. The venue will host various artists, including Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, Arlo Parks, and Baby Keem.
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- ✓ Apple Music Hall is located in London's Battersea Power Station.
- ✓ The venue has a capacity of 600 guests.
- ✓ Apple Music Hall features recording studios and multi-camera video capture capabilities in Spatial Audio.
- ✓ Elton John opened the venue on September 28, 2026.
What changed
Burna Boy performed at Apple Music Hall on October 29, 2026, as part of the venue's launch lineup.
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Apple Music Hall in London's Battersea Power Station Now Open
Apple Music Hall, a 600-capacity live music venue, has opened in London's Battersea Power Station. The venue, launched on September 28, 2026, features state-of-the-art sound and technology, including recording studios and multi-camera video capture capabilities in Spatial Audio. Elton John was the first performer, marking his first public UK performance in over three years. The venue will host various artists, including Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, Arlo Parks, and Baby Keem.
Why it matters
The opening of Apple Music Hall represents Apple's commitment to live music and its recognition of the UK's significant impact on the global music scene. The venue is designed to provide an intimate setting with high-quality sound, allowing for various performance styles and livestreaming capabilities on Apple Music.
What is confirmed
- Apple Music Hall is located in London's Battersea Power Station.
- The venue has a capacity of 600 guests.
- Apple Music Hall features recording studios and multi-camera video capture capabilities in Spatial Audio.
- Elton John opened the venue on September 28, 2026.
- The 2026 schedule includes performances by Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, Arlo Parks, and Baby Keem.
- Burna Boy performed at Apple Music Hall on October 29, 2026.
- Arlo Parks performed at Apple Music Hall on October 22, 2026.
What to watch next
- Future performances at Apple Music Hall
- Expansion of Apple Music Hall's event offerings
- Livestreaming capabilities on Apple Music
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Apple Music Hall Launches Permanent London Venue
Apple Music launched Apple Music Hall at Battersea Power Station on September 28, 2026, marking the streaming platform's first permanent live music venue. The 600-capacity space features recording studios and multi-camera video capture capabilities in Spatial Audio. Elton John opened the 12-song set venue, representing his first public UK performance in over three years. Tim Cook stated the venue underscores Apple's dedication to live performance and honors the global impact of UK music. The 2026 schedule includes performances by Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, Arlo Parks, and Baby Keem.
Why it matters
The opening arrives while various London performance spaces face closure threats or displacement issues, giving the modern yet vintage-style venue heightened significance for the local cultural sector. Alongside the performance stage, the development houses radio studios intended to draw international artists and fans. High-profile appearances by figures like King Charles and Elton John alongside young creatives at creative labs highlight the venue's integration into the broader community.
What is confirmed
- Apple Music launched Apple Music Hall on September 28, 2026, as its first permanent live music venue.
- The 600-capacity venue is located at Battersea Power Station and features recording and multi-camera video capture in Spatial Audio.
- Elton John opened the venue with a 12-song set during his first public UK performance in over three years.
- The 2026 season lineup includes Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, Arlo Parks, and Baby Keem.
- Tim Cook stated the venue represents Apple's commitment to live performance and recognizes the global influence of UK music.
Still unconfirmed
- Apple Music Hall will consistently attract international artists and music fans from around the world due to its unique style and integrated radio studios.
What to watch next
- Additional performances from the 2026 season lineup featuring Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, Arlo Parks, and Baby Keem
- Further announcements regarding community and creative lab programs at Apple Music Hall
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Apple Music Hall Opens Permanent London Venue at Battersea Power Station
Apple launched Apple Music Hall on September 28, 2026, marking its first permanent live music venue. Located at Battersea Power Station, the 600-capacity space features recording and multi-camera video capture in Spatial Audio. Elton John opened the venue with a 12-song set, his first public UK performance in over three years. The 2026 season lineup includes Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, Arlo Parks, and Baby Keem. Tim Cook stated the venue represents Apple's commitment to live performance and recognizes the global influence of UK music.
Why it matters
The venue is built into the northern end of the brick complex overlooking Turbine A. Apple's in-house team, led by Vice President of Apple Places Kristina Raspe, designed the space to feature exposed brick walls and structural steel joists.
What is confirmed
- Apple Music Hall opened on September 28, 2026, at Battersea Power Station in London.
- The venue has a capacity of 600 people.
- Elton John performed the opening show.
- The 2026 season lineup includes Charli XCX and Burna Boy.
- The venue supports recording and multi-camera video capture in Spatial Audio.
Still unconfirmed
- Baby Keem is part of the 2026 season lineup.
- The venue design was led by Apple Places vice president Kristina Raspe.
- The space is located overlooking Turbine A at the northern end of the complex.
What to watch next
- Upcoming performances by Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, and Arlo Parks
- Further statements from Tim Cook regarding Apple's live performance strategy
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Apple Music Hall in London hosts Skye Newman, King and Elton John
Apple Music Hall, a 600-capacity live music venue at Battersea Power Station, hosted its second performance by South London-born singer Skye Newman, with King and Sir Elton John in attendance. The venue, which opened on September 28, 2026, with Elton John's 12-song set, offers live performances, recording and multi-camera video capture in Spatial Audio. Future performers include Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, and Arlo Parks.
Why it matters
Apple Music Hall is part of Apple's expansion into live music events and content creation. The venue is situated below Apple's UK headquarters and features a state-of-the-art setup for live performances and recordings. This development enhances Battersea Power Station's retail and leisure offerings.
What is confirmed
- Apple Music Hall is located in Battersea Power Station.
- The venue has a 600-capacity live room.
- Apple Music Hall features a 48-speaker system for Spatial Audio.
- Elton John opened the venue on September 28, 2026.
- Future performers at the venue include Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, and Arlo Parks.
Still unconfirmed
- King attended a music creation session at the venue.
What to watch next
- Skye Newman's performance at the venue
- upcoming performances by Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, and Arlo Parks
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Elton John opens Apple Music Hall at Battersea Power Station
Elton John opened the Apple Music Hall in London on September 28, 2026, with a 12-song greatest hits set. The 600-capacity venue is located within the Battersea Power Station, situated below Apple's UK headquarters. The opening performance was livestreamed globally via Apple Music and projected onto the venue exterior for fans. The hall serves as a live performance and recording hub where artists can capture multi-camera video and record in Spatial Audio using a 48-speaker system. Future inaugural performers include Charli XCX, Burna Boy, Troye Sivan, and Arlo Parks.
Why it matters
The venue integrates a 38-foot stage capable of switching between front-facing and in-the-round layouts. It is designed to bridge the gap between intimate settings and high-end production. The facility also includes recording studios and a radio studio hub.
What is confirmed
- Elton John opened the Apple Music Hall on September 28, 2026.
- The venue is located at Battersea Power Station in London, below Apple's UK headquarters.
- Apple Music Hall has a 600-seat capacity.
- The facility features a 48-speaker system for Spatial Audio recording and performance.
- The inaugural lineup includes Charli XCX, Burna Boy, and Troye Sivan.
- The venue's 38-foot stage can be configured for front-facing or in-the-round performances.
- The opening show was livestreamed globally through the Apple Music platform.
Still unconfirmed
- Arlo Parks is scheduled to perform at the venue.
- The venue is a decommissioned coal-fired power plant.
What to watch next
- Performances by Burna Boy, Troye Sivan and Charli XCX
- Release of multi-camera Spatial Audio recordings from the inaugural shows
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Elton John to open Apple Music Hall on September 28
Elton John will perform the opening show at Apple Music Hall in London on September 28. The 600-capacity venue at Battersea Power Station has confirmed its first eight performances, which include appearances by Baby Keem and Charli XCX. This permanent facility integrates high-end production with intimate spaces, enabling artists to record in Spatial Audio and stream events directly to the Apple Music platform. The site features a terrace overlooking the River Thames for audience entry and private events.
Why it matters
Apple aims to provide artists with an unprecedented level of creative control by closing the gap between production value and intimacy. This is the company's first publicly accessible permanent music venue.
What is confirmed
- Elton John will open Apple Music Hall on September 28.
- The venue is located at Battersea Power Station in London.
- The facility has a 600-person capacity.
Still unconfirmed
- Baby Keem and Charli XCX are among the artists scheduled to perform.
What to watch next
- The announcement of the remaining six shows in the initial eight-performance slate.
- Confirmation of ticket availability and sales channels.
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Apple Music opens first permanent live venue at Battersea Power Station
Apple Music has launched Apple Music Hall, a 600-capacity concert venue at the Battersea Power Station in London. This first publicly accessible permanent venue integrates high-end production with intimate performance spaces. The facility allows artists to record in Spatial Audio and stream events directly to the Apple Music platform. The site includes a terrace overlooking the River Thames for private events and audience entry, and Apple stated the goal is to "close the gap between intimacy and production value and allow for an unprecedented level of creative control."
Why it matters
The venue sits alongside Apple's UK headquarters. It marks a shift for streaming platforms moving into the physical live music ecosystem. The facility combines a 38-foot-wide stage with professional broadcasting infrastructure.
What is confirmed
- Apple Music Hall is a 600-capacity live music venue located at Battersea Power Station in London.
- The venue provides Spatial Audio recording and broadcasting capabilities.
- Events from the hall will be streamed on Apple Music.
- The facility features a 38-foot-wide stage and a 48-speaker spatial sound system.
- The venue includes two mixing studios and infrastructure for at least 16 cameras.
What to watch next
- Announcement of the first artist scheduled to perform at the venue
- Details on ticket availability or booking requirements for the public
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Apple opens Apple Music Hall at Battersea Power Station
Apple has opened Apple Music Hall, a 600-capacity live music venue located at Battersea Power Station in London. The facility sits alongside Apple's UK headquarters and features a 38-foot-wide stage and a 48-speaker spatial sound system. The venue integrates professional recording and broadcasting capabilities, including two mixing studios and infrastructure for at least 16 cameras. This setup allows artists to perform live while simultaneously producing Spatial Audio recordings and multicamera video from a single event.
Why it matters
The venue is designed to support the London music scene by blending intimate performances with high-end production technology. It marks the first live music venue established by Apple.
What is confirmed
- Apple Music Hall is a live music venue located at Battersea Power Station in London.
- The venue has a capacity of 600 people.
- The facility is located alongside Apple's UK headquarters.
- The venue features a 38-foot-wide stage and a 48-speaker spatial sound system.
- The hall includes two recording and mixing studios and supports at least 16 cameras.
What to watch next
- Announcement of the first artists scheduled to perform at the venue
- Details on ticket availability and public access policies
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