Its official, R&B / Neo-soul are currently enjoying a renaissance (just ask Usher). Platinum selling, Grammy award winning Anthony Hamilton, recognized as one of the genre’s rare singer/songwriters (USA Today), complete with his full live band, is one event not to be missed.
Singing from the age of 10 with his gospel church choir, his critically hailed debut ‘XTC’ foretold the neo-soul movement in the 90’s. Hamilton went on to establish himself as one of the most raw and singular voices in R&B / Neo-soul, receiving countless prestigious music nominations and awards, securing his place as musical royalty.
A repertoire that ranges from hits like ‘Coming from where I’m from’, ‘Charlene’ and ‘So in Love’- to ‘Po folks’ feature with Nappy Roots and 2Pac’s ‘Thugz Mansion’; collaborations with Jill Scott, Keyshia Cole to Dr. Dre and Young Jeezy means that Hamilton crosses the generations. His work has sold more than 19.6 million albums and seen him set a record of 18 weeks at No.1 on Billboard’s Urban Chart.
Now armed with his newest album, ‘Back to Love’, critically acclaimed as one of the year’s finest releases (Soul Train), and showing off production from none other than Babyface and Salaam Remi, Hamilton is at the forefront of this renaissance. The lead single ‘Woo’ is exemplary, pairing retro styling with contemporary beats that make you want to say...(woo)
“I’m ready to have some fun... “R&B is about to be the new mainstream. Real music is coming back.”
Be sure to say you were there.
“Anthony Hamilton Live in Concert” is a PhatNights production. Doors open at 19:30 till 23:00. Visit www.facebook.com/
Tickets on general sale, prices from £19.50 (plus booking fees) from the box office. Call 0844 477 2000 or visit www.ticketweb.co.uk
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