October marks Black History Month in the UK and to celebrate we thought we'd pull together a list of artists of colour that you might like that are going on tour. With some more well-known names and some up-and-coming stars to keep an eye on, we want to recognise their incredible talent.
Take a look through this selection and book your tickets today, or browse our website to see if someone else catches your attention.
Allison Russell
When? January 2024
Where? Leeds and London
Canadian singer-songwriter Allison Russell released her first solo album in 2021, prior to which she'd been a part of various music groups. Her debut album immediately snapped up a nomination for Best Americana Album at the 2022 Grammy Awards. Since then she's gone onto receive further Grammy Award nominations, and more recently dropped her second album offering in September 2023. The Americana-folk musician is set to visit Leeds and London in January next year and you can book tickets now!
Beverley Knight
When? October - November 2023 & September 2024
Where? Various UK Venues
The Queen of British Soul, Beverley Knight has been one of the UK's most consistent artists for almost three decades. Having released six studio albums, received a host of awards and even taken to the stage as an actress in multiple shows earlier this year, she's also announced a string of headline shows celebrating her career and milestone 50th birthday. Book your tickets to catch Beverley Knight now!
Fabio & Grooverider
When? January 2024
Where? Manchester, London and Nottingham
Fabio & Grooverider announced three brand new live dates for January 2024. The godfathers of the scene, alongside The Outlook Orchestra, will present a very special score celebrating a history of jungle and drum & bass. Exploring classic anthems in ways never before experienced, featuring outstanding orchestral renditions of the scene’s most iconic and well-loved tracks. They will also be joined by a selection of special guest vocalists for each night. Don't miss out on tickets.
Gabrielle
When? October - November 2023
Where? Various UK Venues
With era-defining hits like 'Dreams', 'Rise', 'Out Of Reach' and 'Sunshine', it's easy to see why Gabrielle has made a huge name for herself. She made an immediate impact when her debut single‘ Dreams’ spent three weeks at #1 in the summer of 1993 and her popularity was matched by a succession of major awards including two BRITS and a MOBO. To celebrate 30 Years of that single, she's going on tour this month and next to venues across the country. Book your tickets today!
Ice Cube
When? December 2023
Where? Various UK Venues
Rap and hip-hop icon Ice Cube announced his highly anticipated and long-awaited return to UK shores in summer this year. Former member of the legendary group N.W.A, Ice Cube began his solo career in 1989. Since then he's gone onto enter the film and cinema realms as well, acting in some movies. Ten studio albums later, don't miss out getting tickets to see Ice Cube on tour in December this year, where he'll also be joined by Cypress Hill and The Game!
JLS
When? October - November 2023
Where? Various Locations
X Factor icons JLS have stunned everyone with their success since coming as runners up on the show. With several MOBO and BRIT Awards under their wing as well as countless top 20 singles and albums, the band announced earlier this year that they would be reuniting for their ‘EVERYBODY SAY JLS: The Hits Tour.' Having kicked off this month, don't miss your chance to see Aston Merrygold, JB Gill, Marvin Humes and Oritsé Williams, bringing their catalogue of unforgettable hits, stellar vocal talent, eye-catching choreography and sheer charisma to venues across the UK.
Jordan Mackampa
When? February 2024
Where? Various UK Venues
London soul star Jordan Mackampa is still fairly new to the music scene, releasing his debut album back in 2020. With his newest offering 'Welcome Home, Kid!' due to be dropped in February 2024, he is also set to head out on a string of UK shows to coincide. This new music sees Jordan come back to his love of R&B, soul, funk and gospel, and presents an incredibly assured artist that is no longer afraid to show off their Blackness, queerness, or sexual expression in all their forms. Don't miss your chance to hear him live next February.
Leona Lewis
When? November - December 2023
Where? Various Locations
Record-breaking global sensation and X Factor winner Leona Lewis is a force to be reckoned with. The release of her debut studio album, 'Spirit', saw the album become certified 10× platinum in the UK, the fourth best-selling album of the 2000s and one of the best-selling albums in UK chart history. The lead single 'Bleeding Love' spent seven weeks at the top of the UK charts! She's heading out on her rescheduled 'Christmas With Love' tour this winter and you can get tickets today.
Master Peace
When? March 2024
Where? Various UK Venues
Making waves with his hybrid indie street sound, Master Peace announced a series of tour dates earlier this month, to celebrate his upcoming debut album 'How To Make a Master Peace'. Citing iconic indie artists like Bloc Party, Arctic Monkeys, Friendly Fires and Gorillaz as central to his musical development, his music is ambitious in scope and sound, and stands the test of time on its own merit. Be sure to get your tickets to see Master Peace live in March next year.
MIST
When? December 2023
Where? Various UK Venues
Having released his highly anticipated, debut album ‘Redemption’ last month to great praise, Birmingham native MIST is a name to remember. From listening to the likes of Busta Rhymes and The Notorious B.I.G., as a child, MIST is returning to UK stages this December for a string of live shows. Don't miss out. Tickets are on sale now!
Soul II Soul
When? October - November 2023 & January 2024
Where? Various UK Venues
Soul II Soul and Jazzie B formed in 1988 in their community in North London. Soul II Soul’s dances had been reflecting what was occurring naturally in London; kids of all races had grown up together and were now raving together. By the mid-1980s the warehouse scene was in full swing, vibrant and underground, removed from the constraints of the mainstream – a natural fit for Soul II Soul’s creativity. With hits such as 'Keep On Movin' and 'Back To Life', Soul II Soul have become household names all over the world and they're set to bring the party to UK venues this winter and early next year!
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