Westlife Mark 25 Years with New Album and Anniversary World Tour
Introduction: A Quarter-Century of Pop Success
Irish pop phenomenon Westlife is celebrating a remarkable milestone in 2025-2026, marking 25 years since their formation in 1998. The group has sold over 55 million records and established themselves as one of the most successful pop acts in history. This anniversary represents not just a celebration of past achievements, but a renewed commitment to their dedicated global fanbase with new music and an extensive tour.
New Music and Album Release
On 17 October 2025, a new single called “Chariot” was announced and later released on 24 October 2025 under Sony Music. Westlife 25 The Ultimate Collection is available for pre-order now, set for release on 13 February 2026, and features 25 tracks in total – the guys’ best-loved hits, plus 4 brand new songs. The album brings together classic favourites alongside fresh material recorded by all four current members: Shane Filan, Nicky Byrne, Kian Egan, and Mark Feehily.
The Anniversary World Tour
Westlife are celebrating their 25th anniversary as a band with a world tour, with UK and Euro dates unveiled. The UK/Euro leg kicks off with a 10-night residency at 3 Arena in Dublin, Ireland, where the band originally formed. Running from September 2026, the tour will see the band deliver a euphoric, hit-filled set spanning their extraordinary 25-year career from timeless ballads to global chart-toppers.
Westlife 25 – Live at the Royal Albert Hall opens in cinemas across the UK and Ireland from 29 November 2025, allowing fans who couldn’t attend the sold-out October shows to experience the spectacular performance on the big screen.
A Testament to Enduring Appeal
Westlife sold over 55 million records to date, and are the only band to have their first seven singles enter the UK chart on number one, with their incredible 14 number-one singles in total placing the band only behind Elvis Presley and The Beatles. This anniversary tour and album release demonstrate that Westlife’s appeal remains as strong as ever, with multiple shows already sold out and overwhelming demand for tickets.
Conclusion: Looking Forward While Honouring the Past
As Westlife embarks on their 25th anniversary celebrations, the band continues to evolve while staying true to the sound that made them global superstars. For fans across the UK and beyond, this represents a unique opportunity to experience the band’s greatest hits alongside new material in what promises to be their most spectacular production yet. The anniversary serves as both a nostalgic journey and an exciting new chapter for one of pop music’s most beloved groups.