James will be headlining the Mouth Of The Tyne Festival on Saturday 10th July at Tynemouth Priory and Castle Pier Road,Tynemouth. The Mouth of the Tyne Festival is a two-day celebration of world-class street theatre, live music and special one-off performances on both sides of the River Tyne and James’ appearance will be a highlight for one of the North East’s biggest music celebrations. Tickets for the show will go on sale this Friday (Feb 26) and we’ll be putting up box office details for you here first thing Friday morning so check back with us.
James and some of the biggest names in UK and American music have joined forces to record an emotive cover of the REM classic 'Everybody Hurts', to raise money for charities supporting the relief efforts in Haiti. The line up of featured artists is; Leona Lewis, Mariah Carey, Jon Bon Jovi, Robbie Williams, Kylie, Rod Stewart, Alexandra Burke, Miley Cyrus, Take That, Joe McElderry, Cheryl Cole, JLS, Mika, Michael Bublé, James Blunt, James Morrison, Susan Boyle, and Westlife. The single will be released for download on 7th February and the CD will be released on 8th February. You can pre-order now from: Please do all you can to support this cause.
James has just finished a session in the studio contributing vocals to the Haiti charity single, originated after a call from Gordon Brown to Simon Cowell.
He joined forces with an incredible array of amazing singers to complete a stunning version of REM's 'Everybody Hurts' , which will be released in the UK on Feb 7th.
James said of the experience:
"Hey people today was an amazing day. Ordinary for some maybe, but none the less it's the start of something amazing. Today I took part in one of the most meaningful things I've ever done with my ability to deliver a tune!!!!!!!. I layed my vocals down on "Everybody Hurts". What a song! . I've listened to this song so many times but it never fails in connecting you to your core emotions, of what you feel. I've gotta say how great everyone sounds. To be a part of something so huge, not only because of the great caliber of artistes involved, but because of the cause and what this record can achieve. I'm so proud. I'm grateful for my opportunity to help in some way. many of you will have seen footage of the tragedy that's happened in Haiti , and can only imagine the loss. You can help in your own way by making sure you all buy a couple of copies of the song coz all the money raised goes to the Disaster Emergency Center (DEC)which fund 9 charity groups that are already there doing there bit, so you do yours!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm back at home now feeling pretty lucky to have my family. As disfunctional as they are, I loves em all.. I'll be keeping you posted on the next album but for now bye bye and listen out for me on the record I had a killer part.
Peace and love to all.
James.
James has announced fantastic summer shows at 2 of the UK's most famous racecourses - Epsom Downs and Newmarket
Both events will encompass a fun evening of thrilling adrenalin fuelled racing followed by a headline performance from James in the exciting outdoor setting of the famous race courses. These shows are 2 of only 4 UK gigs James has announced so far for 2010.
Tickets are on sale this Thursday 14th January @ 9am
Epsom Live! Epsom Downs Racecourse, Surrey Thursday July 8th Prices for the racing and concert start are £30.00 when booked in advance and are £32.50 if purchased on the day. Tickets for children aged 10 and under are priced at £5, with children aged 10-17 just £15. Racing is a real social occasion and group bookings of 12 or more receive a 20% discount. To book tickets please call 0844 848 0197 or visit www.epsomdowns.co.uk
Newmarket Nights - Newmarket Racecourse, Surrey Friday 30th July Tickets for James Morrison are now on sale and can be booked online at www.newmarketracecourses.co.uk or by calling 0844 579 3010 Premier Enclosure £32 (Limited Children places at £15) Grandstand & Paddock Enclosure £24 (Limited Children places at £15) Garden Enclosure £18 (Limited Children places at £10)
James has announced he will headline the closing night of the annual Dubai International Jazz festival on February 19th. The Day 10 day event first began in 2003 and is now an annual icon featuring world-class artists and performers covering all genres of Jazz music as diverse as blues, funk, swing, acid, rock, contemporary, modern, and fusion. James will perform on the final night at Dubai's Media City Outdoor Amphitheatre joined by rising star Brett Dennen, the sensual Laura Izibor and Marion Meadows. For more info go to http://www.dubaijazzfest.com
James will only be undertaking a handful of UK shows next year as he starts to write and record album 3. We are happy to announce that he’s just been confirmed to play a couple of gigs as part of the Forestry Commission’s Live Music Summer shows in July. He loves the spectacular woodland locations and has previously played some memorable shows there. We have a small allocation of tickets reserved for fans. TIckets go on general sale Friday 18 December 2009 at 9am, but you can buy them from the official store from 9:30am Thursday 17 December 2009.
The dates are:
Westonbirt Arboretum, Nr Tetbury, Gloucestershire, Sunday 18th July.
James and Nelly performed Broken Strings for the first time live in concert at Wembley Arena on his recent UK arena tour and on TV in the UK and Spain. To celebrate a special song and a special year and as a thank you to you fans, we are offering all of you a chance to win one of two platinum discs sign by both James and Nelly. To enter, click here.
James played the last show of his UK tour and his last live show of 2009 last night in Brighton, England. It has been quite a year, so many shows, show many countries, wherever you've seen him we hope you enjoyed it. He has been thrilled to play in front of so many of you and says says:
" This has probably been the best year of my life. Celebrating my beautiful daughter's 1st birthday, getting through the 'difficult' 2nd album with such a positive response from everyone, playing so many great shows with my incredible band, including the Wembley show with Nelly, and all the amazing support you have given me. What more could I want, thank you all so much."
If you made it to a show, but not to the merchandise stand, or if you went to a show and there was no stand, or even if you were unable to attend a show, the entire merchandise range is available online and available to ship to most countries around the world.
To check out the range which includes a special tour bundle of tour t-shirt
+ program + laminate for a reduced price of £30, please CLICK HERE.
We also have the deluxe version of Songs For You, Truths For Me, including new songs, 'Get To You' and 'On The Same Side' and a second disc with a selection of stripped back acoustic performances of James' favourite tracks and a stunning cover of Michael Jackson's 'Man In The Mirror'. To check out the album, please CLICK HERE.
