Heather Small

4 concerts

Heather Small, born in the late 80s, rose to fame with M People, known for hits like "Moving on Up." They won multiple Brit Awards and a Mercury Prize. Heather's solo work includes "Proud," anthem for iconic events like the 2012 Olympics. She tours and appears on TV shows like "Strictly Come Dancing."

Kool & The Gang

16 concerts

Formed in Jersey City in the mid-'60s, Kool & the Gang, led by Robert "Kool" Bell, became R&B icons with hits like "Celebration" and "Jungle Boogie." Their jazz-influenced funk sound earned them numerous Top 40 hits and gold or platinum albums, including Ladies' Night and Emergency. Collaborating with producer Eumir Deodato, they achieved great success in the '80s. They continued to tour and release music, collaborating with younger artists and maintaining a prominent influence in the music world over decades.

Grace Jones

2 concerts

Grace Jones, born in Spanish Town, Jamaica, rose from NYC's disco scene to music and film stardom. Known for hits like "Pull Up to the Bumper," she fused reggae and rock with Sly & Robbie. Her bold stage presence and collaborations with Trevor Horn and Nile Rodgers marked her career. After acting in 'Conan the Destroyer' and 'A View to a Kill,' she released "Hurricane" in 2008 and authored her autobiography, "I'll Never Write My Memoirs."

UB40

74 concerts

Birmingham reggae/pop band UB40 formed in 1978 by Moseley friends; led by Robin Campbell. World’s best-selling reggae act: 100M+ records, 11 years on UK charts.

Cameo

3 concerts

Cameo, formed by Larry Blackmon in NYC, is known for their funky R&B hits and bold style. Notable songs include "Word Up," "Candy," and "She's Strange." They evolved from a Parliament/Funkadelic comparison to trailblazers themselves, influencing younger R&B and hip-hop artists. Hits like "Rigor Mortis" and "I Just Want to Be" topped the R&B charts. Blackmon's codpiece-wearing stage persona became iconic. They thrived in the '80s with albums like *Word Up!* and *Single Life*. Their music endures through compilations and samples in modern tracks.

Todd Terry

2 concerts

Todd Terry, born in Brooklyn, defined 1980s New York house music by blending disco, Chicago house, and hip-hop. Known for hits "Missing" remix, "Keep on Jumpin'," and "Something Goin' On," he collaborated with the Jungle Brothers and remixed artists like Björk and Janet Jackson. Terry founded Freeze Records and influenced U.K. rave. His collaborations span Kevin Saunderson to House Gospel Choir.

Roger Sanchez

7 concerts

NYC-born Roger Sanchez is a Grammy-winning house music legend, known for his iconic Ibiza residencies, cutting-edge tracks, and collaborations with Ella Henderson and Fedde Le Grand.

Fat Tony

4 concerts

Houston-born Fat Tony, aka Anthony Obi, is a DIY indie-rap artist known for storytelling and swagger, collaborating with locals like Devin The Dude and honoring legends like Scarface.

Mark Knight

6 concerts

DJ and Grammy-nominated producer Mark Knight, born in the UK, is celebrated for hits like "Man With The Red Face" and collaborations with Faithless and Underworld. With over 120 million streams, he's released music on labels like Sony and Warner. He has produced for Calvin Harris and David Guetta and hosts Toolroom Radio, reaching 15 million listeners weekly.

Odyssey

7 concerts

Originally the Lopez Sisters, the group became Odyssey after Tony Reynolds joined. Known for '70s hits like "Native New Yorker," they blended soft disco with a Caribbean flair, enjoyed UK success, then disbanded.

Armand Van Helden

6 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.

Shalamar

15 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.

Gok Wan

5 concerts

Gok Wan MBE, a fashion stylist and award-winning TV presenter, is famed for "How to Look Good Naked." He hosts shows like "Say Yes to the Dress Lancashire," is a skilled cook with programs like "Gok’s Cooks Chinese", and co-founded the Golden Chopsticks Awards. Also a celebrity DJ, Wan performed at festivals and clubs across the UK and Europe, launching "Isolation Nation" during lockdown with 1 million weekly streams.

Michael Gray

2 concerts

Michael Gray, a top UK dance music artist, scored global hits like "The Weekend" (#7 UK, #1 Poland) and "Borderline" (#12 UK). Known for club and radio hits, he's a sought-after DJ and producer.

Kirollus

2 concerts

Kirollus is an English DJ and digital content creator known for his infectious all-vinyl sets of funk, boogie, and soul. Born in England, he honed his encyclopedic ear at Uptight Records. He is celebrated for his joyful energy, deep musical knowledge, and collaborations with artists like Marcellus Pittman. Kirollus also champions overlooked DJs through his platform Groove Anthology.

Ella Knight

1 concert

Nottingham-born Ella Knight blends Soul, R&B, and Jazz with relatable lyrics and smooth vocals. Known for vibrant live shows and collaborations like “Snakes and Ladders,” she shines on stage and behind the scenes.