Zayn Tickets

About Zayn

ZAYN (born Zayn Malik) is a British singer, songwriter and multi-platinum recording artist whose genre-blending modern pop and R&B sound has made him one of the most influential solo artists of the 2010s and 2020s. He first rose to global fame as a member of One Direction (together with Harry Styles), one of the most successful boy bands in history, before launching his solo career in 2015. His debut solo studio album, Mind of Mine (2016), debuted at No. 1 in both the UK and the US and produced the global hit “PILLOWTALK,” making him the first UK male solo artist to enter both charts at No. 1 simultaneously.

Born and raised in Bradford, England, ZAYN grew up in a culturally diverse community, an experience that continues to shape his sound, storytelling and perspective as an artist. His heritage and upbringing inform both his willingness to experiment with different genres and his instinct for emotional honesty in his lyrics. As a solo artist, he has released several acclaimed and fan-favourite albums, Mind of Mine, Icarus Falls, Nobody Is Listening, Room Under the Stairs and his newest project, Konnakol, each one marking a different chapter in his evolution.

Across these releases, ZAYN’s music showcases his expressive, agile vocals and his commitment to genre hybridisation. He frequently blends pop, R&B, alternative and electronic influences, and with Konnakol, he leans further into heritage-inspired sounds and rhythmic experimentation. Throughout his work, he returns to deeply personal themes of love, heartbreak, mental health, identity, growth and the tension between public life and private emotion, inviting listeners into a more intimate, reflective space with each record.

ZAYN’s influence extends well beyond the studio. His emotive voice, melodic instincts and understated yet distinctive style have helped shape the landscape of contemporary R&B-pop, opening the door for a new generation of artists who move fluidly between genres and explore more nuanced, introspective approaches to pop music. For many listeners, he represents a rare combination: a globally recognised former boy-band member who has carefully, steadily carved out a credible and authentic solo identity.

Although his early solo touring was relatively limited, ZAYN has increasingly stepped onto the live stage, revealing a more confident and expansive performance style. His shows, including a major solo tour in 2024, a Las Vegas residency in January 2026 and his upcoming arena dates in support of Konnakol, highlight the depth of his catalogue and his growth as a live performer. Combining reimagined hits with new material, these performances underline how far he has come: from a breakout boy-band star to a mature, boundary-pushing solo artist with a dedicated global fanbase and a constantly evolving sound.

Konnakol Tour Tickets

ZAYN’s The KONNAKOL Tour in May 2026 marks his biggest solo arena tour to date, supporting his fifth studio album KONNAKOL, released on 17 April 2026. The UK leg features four arena performances that blend his classic hits, including PILLOWTALK and other fan favourites, with new material from KONNAKOL, which draws on artistic and cultural influences including South Indian vocal percussion.

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