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Alexander O’Neal performs  @ Unda the Bridge Alexander O’Neal performs  @ Unda the Bridge
Alexander O’Neal performs  @ Unda the Bridge

In a music career spanning more than 30 years, O’Neal is an accomplished soul and rhythm and blues singer. O’Neal came to prominence in the middle of the 1980s as a solo artist, releasing fourteen singles that entered the Top 40 charts in the UK during the 1980s and 1990s.

 

One of RnB’s most iconic names Alexander O’Neal invites you to join him together with his nine piece all-star band in celebration of his 1987 masterpiece HEARSAY, widely regarded as one of the greatest RnB albums of all time. Spending over 2 years in the UK album charts and selling over 700,000 copies HEARSAY was certified triple platinum by the B.P.I. The album launched seven charting singles, Fake, Criticise, Never Knew Love Like This, The Lovers, (What Can I Say) To Make You Love Me and Sunshine, there are simply no fillers on HEARSAY.

 

HEARSAY commenced his special relationship with the UK, where he still holds the record for an African-American performer, selling out 6 straight nights at Wembley arena. With his heart firmly in the music industry and a loyalty in the thousands that still buy his records O’Neal’s passion to keep his sound alive is ever present

 

It’s going to be thrilling and romantic night with lots of screams as O’Neal performs classic hit after classic hit. Expect Unda the Bridge to be filled with a great sense of excitement, energy, nostalgia and appreciation, as fans, friends and couples enjoy sweet soulful music together, bringing back memories by the score.

 

At the age of 63, the singer shows no signs of slowing down, still in high spirits. O’Neal’s impressive vocals sounds are just as strong as in his prime and his phenomenal backing singers will be there to enhance the authentic rhythm and blues vibe of each song.

 

“One of the greatest soul men of all time” – Robert Lashley, WordPress

“HEARSAY will always be Alexander O’Neal’s high water mark” – BBC Online

 

Who: Alexander O’Neal  When: 2 May 7.30-11pm

Where: Unda Da Bridge, SW6 1HSA    Click here for full details and ticket prices.

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