WILL LINLEY & LEE COLE 2 JAN 2027 - SUNSET SESSIONS @ THE BACKYARD, KENTON

Will Linley & Lee Cole @The Backyard in Kenton-On-Sea | 2nd January 2027

Will Linley is one of South Africa's rising pop talents, gaining recognition both locally and internationally through his music and live performances. He is best known for his catchy melodies, heartfelt lyrics and songs about love and relationships. He began sharing his music on TikTok in 2020. His breakthrough song, "Miss me (when you're gone)" gained widespread attention in 2021. In September 2025, he released his debut album, Don't Cry Because It's Over. This won Best Pop Album at the 2026 South African Music Awards (SAMA's). He continues releasing music and growing his international audience.

South African singer-songwriter Lee Cole blends pop, R&B and soul with powerful vocals and emotionally honest songwriting. His catalogue - "Blind", "Headrush", "Pink Dragons", "Ice-Cream", "Mine" and "Palace of Dreams" - has made hime one of the country's most compelling musical talents. Cole was named Best Male Singer (English) in South Africa at the 2025 Afri-Indie Awards and brings what he call a "dynamic and honest" live experience to every stage.

Tickets Available:

General Admission: R395

Standing Deck: R445

Seated Deck: R495

There is limited seating available, so you are welcome to bring camping chairs for your comfort.

The Backyard is fully licensed and there will be various local food vendors offering delicious fare.

Parking is available across the street from the venue, in Kenton road.

Please note PROHIBITED ITEMS:

No outside food or drinks may be brought in, no cooler boxes

No drugs, illicit items or illegal substances may be brought into the venue

No weapons or dangerous items of any kind

Regrettably no pets

There will be a strong security presence during all concerts and any person failing to comply or behaving inappropriately will be asked to leave the venue immediately.

Doors open: 17h00

Show starts: 20h00

Music ends: 21h30

Bar closes: 21h30

Venue closes: 22h00 (Strictly)

PLEASE NOTE REFUND POLICY:

As The Backyard is an outdoor venue, we regret no refunds on tickets will be issued based on the weather. Your purchase of tickets is subject to our right to cancel an event at any time due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control. The Backyard will in no way be held liable to refund your ticket in these circumstances.