Kasabian
Leicester's swaggering electro-rock survivors, with two decades of festival-sized choruses built for exactly this and Serge Pizzorno running the show out front.
Where to see Kasabian
- Kasabian: Nothing Better Than This Tour 2026Tickets
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About Kasabian
Kasabian is a rock band from Leicester, UK, formed in 1997.
The band started out under the name Saracuse before settling on Kasabian, taken from Linda Kasabian, a member of the Charles Manson family who later testified against him. The founding lineup, including guitarist Chris Karloff alongside Meighan, Pizzorno and Edwards, came together around Countesthorpe and Blaby, with Ian Matthews joining on drums in 2004.
Karloff left in 2006 to form his own band, Black Onassis. Jay Mehler joined that year as touring lead guitarist before departing in 2013 to join Liam Gallagher's Beady Eye, and his replacement, Tim Carter, became a full member of Kasabian in 2021.
Beyond the studio albums the existing profile names, Kasabian have gone on to release Velociraptor!, 48:13, For Crying Out Loud, The Alchemist's Euphoria, Happenings and Act III, work often compared to the Stone Roses and Primal Scream carried with Oasis-style swagger.
Their run of albums and shows has brought a Brit Award for Best British Group in 2010, Q Awards for Best Act in the World Today in 2010 and 2014, a Best Live Act win at the 2014 Q Awards, and NME Best Live Act honours in 2007 and 2018, alongside a headline turn at Glastonbury in 2014.
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Questions about Kasabian
What festivals is Kasabian playing in 2027?
Kasabian is booked at 1 festival we cover: Estéreo Picnic 2027.
Is Kasabian on tour?
Yes. Kasabian has 6 shows listed, from Birmingham, UK on Dec 11, 2026 to Mt Claremont, Australia on Mar 6, 2027, plus 1 festival on the page above.
Is Kasabian playing Estéreo Picnic 2027?
Yes, Kasabian is on the Estéreo Picnic 2027 lineup, March 19–21, 2027 at Parque Metropolitano Simón Bolívar, Bogotá, Colombia.
Where is Kasabian from?
Kasabian is from Leicester, UK.
Who is in Kasabian?
Kasabian is Chris Edwards (keyboards, bass), Sergio Pizzorno (percussion, electronics), Ian Matthews (percussion, drums) and Tim Carter (guitar, keyboards). Former members include Christopher Karloff and Tom Meighan.
When did Kasabian form?
Kasabian formed in Leicester in 1997.
What was Kasabian's first album?
Kasabian's first album was Kasabian (2004). The latest is ACT III (2026).
What kind of music does Kasabian play?
Kasabian plays rock and alternative.
What festivals has Kasabian played before?
Kasabian has played Leeds 2026.