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Fatback Band

3 concerts

Born in the early '70s, Fatback Band, later known as Fatback, is a seminal funk group known for '70s hits like "Spanish Hustle" & "I Like Girls." Famous for the first rap single "King Tim III," they collaborated with Wild Sugar and Evelyn Thomas.

Evelyn "Champagne" King

6 concerts

Born in Philadelphia, Evelyn "Champagne" King is a pop-R&B singer known for 'Shame,' 'I'm in Love,' and 'Love Come Down.' Her debut album "Smooth Talk" went gold. Collaborating with T. Life, Kashif, and Morrie Brown, she topped R&B charts in the '80s, blending synths and drum machines with her vibrant voice. Throughout her career, she produced nine charting albums and continued performing into the 2020s. Her lasting appeal includes chart presence over three decades and hits like 'The Dance.'

Loose Ends

7 concerts

Loose Ends, a notable group from the early 80s, led by Carl McIntosh, thrived with hits into the 90s. Their album, "Look How Long," features top UK vocalists.

Billy Ocean

28 concerts

Billy Ocean, born in Trinidad and Tobago, is known for his '80s hits like "Caribbean Queen" and "Get Outta My Dreams." Moving to England, he embraced soul and rock. His international success includes hits like "Love Really Hurts Without You" and "When the Going Gets Tough." Ocean took a hiatus before returning to music in 2007, and collaborated with artists like R. Kelly and Barry Eastmond. His hits remain popular, earning him lasting global fame.

The Sugarhill Gang

8 concerts

Sugarhill Gang, pioneers from New York, launched hip-hop with "Rapper's Delight" in 1979, selling over 8 million copies. Known for hits like "8th Wonder" and "Apache," they faded by mid-80s but returned in 1999.

Armand Van Helden

7 concerts

Armand Van Helden, born in Boston, became a top name in dance music with hits like "Witch Doktor" and "U Don't Know Me." Known for remixes of Tori Amos and Daft Punk, he’s collaborated with Dizzee Rascal and A-Trak to form Duck Sauce, chart-topping with "Barbra Streisand." His distinct style fuses house and hip-hop influences, and he’s remixed for stars like Madonna and Sam Smith.

Groove Armada

6 concerts

Groove Armada, formed by Andy Cato and Tom Findlay in London in the mid-90s, is renowned for crossing dance genres effortlessly. Known for hits like "At the River," their album "Vertigo" sold over a million copies. They've received Grammy and Brit nominations and performed globally. Their dynamic live shows blend electronics and performance impressively, with celebrated gigs from Sydney to Moscow.

Trevor Nelson

3 concerts

Atlanta-based alternative artist Trevor Nelson draws inspiration from Ed Sheeran and Sam Smith. Known for his covers of "Shape of You" and "All of Me," he collaborates frequently with Atticus Roness.

DJ Spoony

5 concerts

DJ Spoony, UK Garage pioneer, reimagines classic anthems with a 36-piece orchestra on Garage Classical, featuring stars like Paloma Faith and Sugababes, after sell-out shows at iconic venues like the Royal Albert Hall, collaborating with famed conductor Katie Chatburn.

Tavares

1 concert

Tavares, a five-brother group from Massachusetts, are known for hits like "Heaven Must Be Missing an Angel," "More Than a Woman," and "Whodunit." They blend soul, R&B, and disco, worked with producers Freddie Perren and Bobby Martin, and collaborated with the Bee Gees. They first gained attention with "Check It Out" and topped R&B charts with "She's Gone." Their clean image and smooth vocals made them TV favorites in the ’70s.

Shalamar

5 concerts

Shalamar, born from "Soul Train," became a US dance music sensation with hits like "The Second Time Around." The classic trio—Howard Hewett, Jody Watley, and Jeffrey Daniel—earned four Gold albums. Later, with line-up changes, they hit the US Top 20 with "Dancing in the Sheets." Reformed in 1999, they tour frequently. Known for their catchy mix of funk, disco, R&B, and pop, they released "The Real Thing" in 2017, produced by Leon Sylvers.

Jocelyn Brown

2 concerts

Jocelyn Brown, born in Kingston, South Carolina, is renowned for her powerful voice in disco classics like "Somebody Else's Guy," Inner Life's "I'm Caught Up," and Musique's "Keep on Jumpin'." Collaborating with legends like Patrick Adams and Inner Life, her gospel roots shine in her soulful performances. She has worked with artists including Lou Reed and Diana Ross, and her voice was sampled in Snap's "The Power." Her influence spans decades, with notable work in the '70s to the 2000s alongside Todd Terry and Incognito.

Lemar

4 concerts

Lemar, born in Tottenham, London, rose to fame in 2002 on Fame Academy. Known for soulful R&B, he has six UK Top Ten singles and won two Brit and MOBO Awards. Collaborated with Beverley Knight, Usher, and Brian Rawling. Released albums include "Dedicated," "Time to Grow," and "The Truth About Love."

Craig Charles

7 concerts

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