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James Blunt – Back To Bedlam 20th Anniversary Tour
James Blunt's 2005 single You're Beautiful catapulted the former British Army officer into the spotlight. The track was the second single from his 11x Platinum-selling debut album Back To Bedlam, and hit the No.1 spot on the official UK singles chart as well as topping the list in the United States and peaking at No.2 Down Under, quickly establishing James as a global superstar.
Growing up in Wiltshire, England, James Blunt balanced his love of pop music with his militaristic upbringing. Attending the University of Bristol on an army scholarship, he went on to train at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst before working his way up to the rank of captain and serving as a NATO peacekeeper in Kosovo.
Following his service, James Blunt returned to his love of music – having already focussed his academic studies on the subject of pop stardom – securing the attention of 4 Non Blondes' singer Linda Perry at Austin, Texas, new music showcase South By Southwest. She signed Blunt to her Custard Records label, on which he released Back To Bedlam in 2004 in partnership with Atlantic Records. The album spawned not only You're Beautiful, but also debut single High and the top ten single Goodbye My Lover.
Blunt went on to release All The Lost Souls in 2007, featuring the chart-topping single 1973. Following the release he took a step back from the industry, citing his frustration with ridicule over his musical style. Taking time to reinterpret his approach, he returned with Some Kind Of Trouble in 2010, and the country and Americana influenced Moon Landing in 2013. Bonfire Heart – taken from the album – saw James triumphantly return to the UK top five.
In 2017 James Blunt unveiled his fifth studio album The Afterlove on which he teamed up with high-profile songwriting friends including the internationally renowned Ed Sheeran. His sixth full-length album, Once Upon A Mind followed towards the end of 2019, and saw Blunt return to the top three on the UK albums chart.
Alongside his music career throughout the 2010s, James Blunt built a popular following on Twitter and through a number of public appearances and interviews, renowned for his quick-witted comebacks.
In 2021, Blunt announced a greatest hits album called The Stars Beneath My Feet (2004–2021). A UK tour was also confirmed to support the album's release.
In 2023 Blunt revealed he would be releasing his next studio album, Who We Used To Be, working together with producers such as Jonny Coffer, Red Triangle, Jack & Coke and Steve Robson.
In 2024 Blunt announced a UK tour for February 2025 to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Back To Bedlam.
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What can I say... A fantastic concert with an engaging james with witty banter. Plays all the old classics and some great party tunes. Will be back to bedlam. Top loader support act... sorry very disappointing, shouted through tunes not many knew me included. Sound was awful...sorry
Great artist and he's got a fantastic sense of humour. If you're thinking of going to see him definitely go, you won't be disappointed.
Just a fantastic show yet again! He's a great showman
Brilliant performance from an amazing artist who put on a wonderful show.
Absolutely amazing loved it from start to finish c
Really great performance from James as you'd expect. He's a real force of personality and engages you very quickly.
Great venue, helpful pleasant staff, great support band James Blunt was amazing Clean toilets
It was a cold evening, arrived early, was directed to the right seating area after getting a drink, Toploader opened the show, great to see them still doing the rounds etc, 8:45 James Blunt came on and blow the crowd alway, great to hear the old songs from a great first album, atmosphere was brilliant and the hydro is a great venue for live music.
Absolutely fabulous performance First class shoe from James Blunt The support band unfortunately was terrible
Glasgow ovo. Seating area but everyone starting standing on the base floor, not great when disabled. Staff helpful and was able to finally see if only the screen. Music great unbelievable that the album is 20 years old. Fight at the venue too but handled well.
James Blunt was brilliant, really had a great night and would recommend going to one of his concerts.
We had a brilliant evening at the James Blunt Concert at the First Direct Bank Arena, Leeds. Roll on next year when hopefully he will return to Leeds. We have now seen James three times, twice at Brighton and now at Leeds. All the venues were perfect for the event and most importantly we felt safe. The process of buying and obtaining our tickets went smoothly …no problems. James's was brilliant as always.
First class from start to finish never been let down by James Blunt, Excellant musician, singer and all round decent guy!
Amazing singer and brilliantly funny. Can't wait to see him again ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
An absolutely brilliant concert (Back to Bedlam) and tickets prices were very reasonable👍
James Blunt was absolutely amazing, he put on such a fantastic show. Really interactive with the crowd, he had everyone singing and dancing along the whole night. Just wish it was Tuesday night again. I highly recommend to everyone to go see James Blunt. His vocals send shivers down your spine, his songs have so much meaning to them. Just amazing 🤩
James was full of energy and had the crowd with him the whole time. Really enjoyed hearing the 'Back to bedlam' album live, especially after 20 years. Definitely recommend seeing him live!
What an amazing showman, had the crowd captivated at very start! Fab evening
Just seen James for the third time, Back to Bedlam at the Ovo Hydro was even better than the previous concerts, not only is he a fantastic performer but he is so witty, had us all in stitches with some of the stories/ jokes. Thanks for a fantastic night.
What a great performance from James blunt in a great stadium brilliant view loved every minute
