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George , universally recognised as one of our generation's most iconic artists, is back with a thrilling new studio album of original material, his first in 18 years! 'This Is What I Do' is to be released on his own 'Very Me' Record Label via Kobalt Label Services on 28th October and will be supported by live dates in the UK.
'This Is What I Do' features a string of guest musicians including DJ Yoda, Kitty Durham (Kitty
Daisy & Lewis), Ally McErlaine (Texas / Red Sky July), MC Spee (Dreadzone) and Nizar Al Issa, many of whom will perform as George's band on his live dates.
'This Is What I Do' was written by
George and longtime writing partnersJohn Themis, Kevan Frost and Richie
Stevens (Soul II Soul, Tina Turner, Simply Red, Culture Club). Richie
Stevens also produced the record at London's Cowshed Studios. The album also features writing collaborations with legendary producer Youth, and a version of Yoko Ono's Death Of Samantha. It was mixed by Dave Bascombe (Tears For Fears, Depeche Mode, Pendulum, Doves).
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George needs little introduction. With a career spanning over 30 years he first shot to international stardom in the 1980's as the front man of one of the UK's biggest exports - the Brit & Grammy Award winning
Culture Club - and has had continued success as a solo artist. He has sold over 150 million records with top 10 hits in every country. Boy
George is also a hugely respected house DJ, playing for twenty years, and continues to DJ successfully in clubs all over the world. However it is his new album, 'This Is What I Do', that reinforces his first true love, writing & singing.
'This Is What I Do' Track listing:
King of Everything
Bigger Than War
Live Your Life
My God
It's Easy
Death of Samantha
Any Road
My Star
Love and Danger
Nice and Slow
Play Me
Feel the Vibration
This Is What I Do Tour - UK Dates:
Sun 3rd Nov Manchester RNCM - Tickets: 25.00
Tue 5th Nov Birmingham Glee Club - Tickets: 22.50
Wed 6th Nov Leeds City Varieties
Music Hall - Tickets: 25.00
Thurs 7th Nov Glasgow King Tuts - Tickets: 25.00
Sat 9th Nov Oxford O2 Academy 2 - Tickets: 25.00
Sun 10th Nov London Koko - Tickets: 26.50
(as part of Virgin Records 40th anniversary
Mon 11th Nov Brighton Concorde 2 - Tickets: 22.50