5 Reasons you can’t miss Busted vs McFly at M&S Bank Arena Liverpool

Liverpool is about to witness the ultimate showdown as Busted and McFly go head-to-head at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena.

Busted Vs McFly is shaping up to be one of the most unmissable gigs of the year, and is coming to Liverpool on Tuesday, 7 October 2025.

Here are 5 reasons why you need to grab your tickets for this epic battle of the bands:

Two of the UK’s most iconic bands together on stage

Busted and McFly have been dominating the British music scene for over two decades, and this tour marks the first time they’ll be going head-to-head in a full-blown tour battle.

With chart-topping hits like Year 3000 and Crashed The Wedding from Busted, and McFly’s anthems like Five Colours in Her Hair and Obviously, this gig will bring together the best of pop-punk, rock, and feel-good nostalgia. Imagine hearing these classics back-to-back!

It’s a battle… Who will win?

The rivalry between these two bands is all part of the fun. McFly cheekily said Busted are “old men” and promised to out play them on the stage.

Meanwhile, Busted is ready to show everyone that “McFly suck” and that Busted rock! This playful banter is guaranteed to add excitement to the show as both bands give their all to out-perform each other.

Expect energetic performances, crowd interaction, and surprises along the way.

Massive hits and new bangers

Between them, these two bands have delivered a combined total of nine Number 1 singles, countless Top 10 hits, and millions of albums sold worldwide.

From Busted’s throwback classics like Air Hostess and Thunderbirds Are Go to McFly’s latest rock anthem Power To Play, you’ll get the best of both worlds.

Whether you’ve followed them from the start or discovered them later, the setlist will be packed with favourites.

They will put on a SHOW

Both bands are known for their incredible live performances, and this tour promises to be no exception.

Busted’s recent Greatest Hits 2.0 Tour sold out arenas across the UK, and McFly celebrated their 21st anniversary with sold-out shows at the O2 Arena and Alexandra Palace.

You won’t want to miss the amazing performances of two legendary bands giving it their all in Liverpool.

Relive the nostalgia

For fans who grew up with Busted and McFly soundtracking their youth, this tour is a chance to relive the nostalgia of the early 2000s, but with a fresh, 2025 twist.

Pre-sale for tickets to see Busted Vs McFly at M&S Bank Arena is on 17 October 2024 ,with general sale on 18 October 2024.

Find out more about Busted Vs McFly here.

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