Having served six years in the army, reaching the rank of captain and embarking on a tour of duty during the Kosovo conflict, James Blunt turned away from his military career in order to pursue his first love, music. A decision which would lead to tremendous success, selling over 20 million albums and 17 million singles worldwide.
His debut album, "Back to Bedlam" (2004) brought Blunt's music into worldwide acclaim, selling over 11 million copies and topping the UK Album charts and reaching the number two spot in the US. It was the third single from the album that proved to be Blunt's breakout hit, with "You're Beautiful" spending six weeks at number one in the UK. Following this success, the album rose to number one in the UK Albums Chart, as well as topping the charts in 16 territories worldwide, eventually becoming the best selling album of the 2000s in the UK.
His brand of pop-folk has found similarities with Damien Rice and David Gray, yet perhaps with greater, more accessible pop sensibilities prevalent in his songs. Following "Back to Bedlam," Blunt has released three further albums, with his second, "All the Lost Souls" (2007) topping the charts in over 20 countries and his latest two, "Some Kind of Trouble" (2010) and "Moon Landing" (2013) receiving positive critical acclaim. During his career he has received a host of accolades, including five Grammy Award nominations, two Ivor Novello Awards, as well as 'Best New Act' at the Q and MTV music awards.
Blunt has been heavily involved in charitable activity throughout his career, raising funds for the MSF (Doctors Across Borders) as well as being the patron for UK charity Help For Heroes.
I have loved james blunt for a decade and have waited soing for him to come to Ireland and he finally did! And all my waiting was awarded, not even a three hour journey jn both sides of the concerts put a dampner on the night! It was amazing, it was like listening to the cd he played at least 23 songs which is amazing and each one was pitch perfect. He was hilarious and I can't wait to go to the next one. I hope he comes back to Ireland, I waited 8 months between purchase of my ticket and the concert and even though I am sad it's over I'm so glad it happened and I was part of it. Best part for me has to be when he ran through thre crowd - only a few metres from me. He was so energetic and enthusiastic even though he has been on tour for the best part of a year. Even after two hours of co start singing he still sounded amazing !! I can't rate my experience hug enough. I hope all my future concerts will be as amazing as this one was ????
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