Stewart Lee, Frank Skinner, Al Murray and more to support Steven Wilson at London Palladium shows

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Steven Wilson has announced that he’ll be supported by four of his “absolute favourite British stand-up comedians” on his upcoming four-night stint at the London Palladium.Wilson headlines the London Palladium this spring across four nights – from May 12 – 20 – and has now revealed he’ll be supported by Clinton Baptiste, Al Murray (as the Pub Landlord), Stewart Lee and Frank Skinner.Touching on the unusual openers, the ‘Objects Outlive Us’ musician said the choice was inspired by his love of comedy and a desire to create a “unique aspect to each night” of ‘The Overview’ tour, in support of his recent album.His new space-themed record dropped earlier this month, and he is now set to embark on a full European, UK and North American tour.

Visit here for tickets and check below for a full list of dates.“I’ve decided to try something I’ve been thinking about for several years and have stand-up comedians opening proceedings,” he said in a press release. “I’m a huge fan of stand-up up and I’ve frequently been confronted by my listeners at stand-up shows, usually in a state of shock at discovering I’m not as humourless as my music!I decided to approach four of my absolute favourite British stand-up comedians with invitations to open one Palladium show each.