Ever been dumped so spectacularly or have relationship regret and thought, I could write a song about my ex, like Lily Allen, Adele or Taylor Swift? Well, now you actually can – in a proper studio, with a top music producer.

Following new research that found almost half (45 per cent) of Brits believe they have enough material from past relationships to pen their own breakup song, the world’s leading ticket marketplace viagogo is launching: viagogo’s Heartbreak Sessions, a once in a lifetime chance for music fans to turn their tears, torment and turmoil into a professionally produced track, with PATCH, the producer behind Simon Cowell’s hit boyband, December 10 formed on a hit Netflix TV show.

On Saturday 20th, Sunday 21st and Saturday 27th June, a hit-making team
will be on hand to help budding artists turn their break-up inspired stories into fully produced tracks. The team of professional singers and songwriters and producers will elevate a fans’ life experience into a song, all shareable on Spotify – bringing music lovers musically closer to their heroes than ever before.

Inspired by the global reaction to Lily Allen’s unfiltered take on heartbreak in her ‘West End Girl’ album, viagogo commissioned a poll of 2000 UK adults to explore how the nation turns to music during moments of emotional upheaval.
Seven in ten (70 per cent) say the best songs are born out of real heartache, while over half (51%) say it’s the messy, chaotic endings that produce the songs we keep coming back to.

Two in five (39 per cent) would like to tell their side of a breakup properly, in the way artists do in their songs, believing that turning heartbreak into music would help them process how they feel (42 per cent), while 29 per cent would like to create a heartbreak track or album.

The superstar production team at viagogo’s Heartbreak Sessions also includes award-winning British songwriter Conan Mac who has collaborated with the likes of Bastille, Lucky Love and Issac Frank, as well as working across major labels including Sony Music, Warner Music Group and Capitol Records.

As well as London singer-songwriter GLOWE (Georgia Lowe) – no stranger to writing songs about heartbreak and its aftermath. The “Stronger By The Day” artist made her debut at Glastonbury last year, and has supported the likes of Pixie Lott and Paul Carrack.

Music plays a big role in getting over heartache according to the research. Over half (51%) of Brits said singing along to sad or angry tracks helps them let go of post-breakup emotions, while over three quarters (76%) feel music isn’t just something you listen to, it’s something you feel, share and live.

The live event ticket marketplace found the nation is sitting on a goldmine of breakup material, with 39 per cent admitting they’ve been through a split so bad it could have filled an entire album.

viagogo’s study also uncovered the ingredients of the perfect break-up song: it lasts exactly 3 minutes and 2 seconds, features vocals centred on empowerment and moving on, and is best listened to in your bedroom. Female artists topped the heartbreak charts, with 32% saying women make the best break-up songs, compared to 11% for men.

Lily Allen’s Pussy Palace, Adele’s Someone Like You and Beyoncé Irreplaceable feature in the Top 10 list of tracks that newly single Brits have been turning to in 2026 to navigate heartbreak and move on.

PATCH, the producer behind Simon Cowell’s hit boyband December 10 said,: “Everyone has a story worth soundtracking. People don’t always realise how much emotion they’re carrying until they start talking about it. Breakups are universal, but the way people experience them is incredibly personal. Music has always been something people turn to during breakups, but this takes it a step further by allowing them to actively take part in the creative process. This is a once in a lifetime experience viagogo are providing and I can’t wait to welcome fans in on such a special journey.”

Adam Rapchik, head of music partnerships at viagogo added: “Following the success of West End Girl and strong demand for Lily Allen’s 2026 tour, viagogo’s mission is to give fans unforgettable experiences and even greater access as they gear up for upcoming shows. Whether you’re replaying the ‘what ifs’, venting frustration or starting to move on, music has the power to mend a broken heart – and we wanted to turn those emotions into something positive and unforgettable.”
“This campaign is about giving back to fans so they can have a backstage view of what it takes for artists to create the hits they love. With crowds flocking to venues across the UK to listen artists pour their heart out, viagogo is now giving music lovers the chance to step into that same spotlight and to experience that magic themselves.”

viagogo’s Heartbreak Sessions will take place on Saturday 20th, Sunday 21st and Saturday 27th June. A booking page will be announced the w/c 25th May, so keep your eyes peeled on the viagogo socials. All available on a first-come, first-served basis