Robin Thicke (Shepherds Bush Empire - 25 October 2008)
 "He has a soulful disposition similar to Remy Shand, but mix that with the funk of Jamiroquai and you have Thicke's sultry R&B sound," according to VH1. With his sensual lyrics, the singer has followed his parents' musical footsteps. |
Al Green (Royal Albert Hall - 5 November 2008, Hammersmith Apollo - 6 November 2008)
 This soulful crooner from Arkansas has turned out nine Top 40 albums since he hit the scene in the late 1960s, introducing music lovers smashes like Let's Stay Together and L-O-V-E. He brings his best to two London venues later this year. |
Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra (Royal Albert Hall - 28 and 29 November 2008)
 The UK's most popular bandleader and pianist is bringing a group of 17 with him to the Royal Albert Hall this autumn. Get ready for the smooth sounds of five saxophones, four trombones, three trumpets, a guitar and bass player, a drummer, two vocalists and Jools. |
Estelle (Indigo2 - 29 November 2008)
 The bubbly performer made her name sizing up Kanye West in song. Now, she goes solo in Greenwich. With influences including Ella Fitzgerald and Mary J Blige to draw on, and a hit debut record, the songstress is headed for success on the awards circuit this year. |
The Roots (The Forum - 5 and 6 December 2008)
 This Philadelphia-based group is known best for its jazzy sound and its ability to put on some of the best live sets of its genre. For the past 20 years, The Roots have gained a dedicated underground following while helping build the live-rap scene. |
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