Lenny Kravitz to kick off the 2024 UEFA Champions League Final at Wembley
Iconic American rocker Lenny Kravitz will perform at the start of the UEFA Champions League final on June 1, 2024. Kravitz will perform at Wembley Stadium in London, delighting fans with a special performance that will include both his classic hits and songs from his upcoming album, Blue Electric Light. This will be his twelfth studio album, to be released on May 24 on the Roxie Records/BMG label.
An Unforgettable Show
Kravitz’s presentation is part of the Kick Off Show, an eight-year tradition sponsored by Pepsi and UEFA. To build anticipation ahead of the event, Pepsi has released a short film titled “Wembley Is Blue,” showing Kravitz in full artistic action, preparing the stage for his performance, with his iconic Flying V guitar and a can of Pepsi in hand.
An Event of Great Magnitude
Around 90,000 fans are expected to fill Wembley Stadium for the final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid. In addition, an estimated global audience of 100 million people will follow the event on their screens. “It’s going to be a very exciting event before a final that means so much to so many people,” Kravitz commented in a statement. “We can’t wait to show them everything we have in store.”
Recent Recognition for Kravitz
This year has been especially noteworthy for Kravitz, who has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Fashion Icon Award from the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and the Music Icon Award at the People’s Choice Awards 2024. However, he still awaits induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Blue Electric Light Launch
Kravitz’s new album, Blue Electric Light, will be available May 24 and addresses themes of celebration, life, humanity, sexuality, sensuality and spirituality. During a recent late-night television appearance, Kravitz explained that this album is an in-depth exploration of these concepts and promises to offer a rich and varied musical experience.
Lenny Kravitz’s performance at the UEFA Champions League final promises to be a memorable show that will not only excite soccer fans, but also music lovers around the world. With his unmatched energy and new musical material, Kravitz is ready to make history at Wembley.
