Stormzy helps launch EE's 5G network

EE has marked the launch of its UK 5G network with a ‘5G’ powered gig from pop star Stormzy, delivered against the backdrop of Tower Bridge in London. The performance was illuminated by over 200 LEDs linked to the network, from which beams of light were projected 1,000 feet into the surrounding ether.

The event was also live streamed over the network – hosted by radio DJ, Clara Amfo –, using 5G enabled remote production technology. A '360-degree VR experience' of the event was also made available in real time, in the additional launch cities of Cardiff, Edinburgh, Belfast, Birmingham and Manchester.

Speaking of the launch, CEO of BT’s consumer business, Marc Allera said: “Tonight, we made history, not only by becoming the first network to launch 5G in the UK, but also using 5G to live stream this event to thousands of fans across the UK. Stormzy lit up the Thames – and his fans’ faces – with the energy, passion and charisma that he always brings to his live shows.”

Stormzy said: “Big up EE, thank you for letting me launch your 5G network in the UK. Tonight was sick. I’m honoured to be part of history.”

EE’s 5G network is operational in the six launch cities mentioned above, of this week. Read Land Mobile’s initial coverage of the network here.