Roachford @ Komedia
Published 19th Oct 2009 by Komedia

Ever since bulldozing his way onto the scene with unforgettable tracks like Cuddly Toy and Family Man in the late 80s, Andrew Roachford's maverick take on music has spread far and wide. As the first artist to sign a staggering seven-album deal with Columbia Records, becoming the label's biggest selling domestic act for over ten years, he has been approached by such luminaries as Michael Jackson and Chaka Khan to write songs.

"one of the very best soul voices Britain has ever produced" - The Times

Throughout the years, Roachford has continued to grow as a songwriter, releasing his own critically acclaimed solo albums Heart of the Matter (2003) and Word of Mouth (2006). He continues to take his “got to be seen” live show on tour worldwide and is truly a constantly evolving artist - his sound has changed from the soul/rock fusion of debut hits Cuddly Toy and Family Man to more contemporary and unique soulful style in recent years..

“Better than ever” – The Guardian

In 2007, Roachford had a #1 single in the dance charts with Ride The Storm, reworked by Carl Kenny and CR2, which became a dance floor anthem in Miami, Ibiza and UK – it subsequently appeared across many compilations from the likes of Pasha and Ministry of Sound.

He is currently writing songs for Joe Cocker’s forthcoming album, which is due out 2010, as well as collaborating with various producers and artist Crazy Cousins, who mixed the first single from Roachford’s new album Good For Me, which is due out later this year.

This live Brighton show will see Andrew playing all his hits, plus a preview of his new material.

ROACHFORD visits Komedia Brighton on Monday 2 November at 7.30pm. Tickets are £15 available on-line at www.komedia.co.uk/brighton or from the Box Office on 0845 293 8480.

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