2026 marks the 20th anniversary of Corinne Bailey Rae, the Grammy Award-winning singer’s acclaimed debut album that introduced the world to her soulful, sun-soaked sound.
Originally released in February 2006, the record went straight to Number 1 in the UK and produced timeless global hits like ‘Put Your Records On’ and ‘Like A Star’, earning critical praise, multi-platinum sales, and Brit Award and Grammy nominations. Two decades on, the album’s warm blend of soul, pop, and jazz remains a touchstone for listeners and a defining moment in mid-2000s music.
In celebration of the anniversary Corinne Bailey Rae will be performing the album in full at the Royal Albert Hall in London on October 27th, 2026. The show will also include hits from her further three albums – The Sea, The Heart Speaks In Whispers and Black Rainbows – all of which have been garlanded with critical praise around the world, including two Mercury Prize nominations in the UK.
Corinne Bailey Rae says, “2026! 20 years since my first album! The songs on that record were moments from my life, and those songs went on to change my life, forever. I love them and can’t wait to perform all of them in this magical venue. I’ve always wanted to perform at The Royal Albert Hall with my own show. It’s an iconic building and I’m honoured to be revisiting my debut album in this grand setting.
I love Laura Mvula and we have performed with one another several times. I love her presence. This will be a special night for me. I hope you can join us in celebrating my debut album and 20 years of my career in music.”
Tickets are available for pre-sale from tomorrow, with general on-sale from Friday 7th November. Visit https://www.metropolismusic.com/all-events/corinne-bailey-rae-tickets-ae2330
Over the course of her career Corinne Bailey Rae has received six Grammy nominations, winning twice including for Best R&B Performance, alongside 2 MOBO awards, multiple Brit Award nominations and a BET Award as Best International Act. She has collaborated with a wide range of artists including Mary J.Blige, Al Green, Herbie Hancock, KING, Paul McCartney, Kele Okereke, Eric Benet, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Questlove, Salaam Rami, RZA, Tyler, The Creator, and many more.
Bailey Rae has to date sold over 10 million albums, and ‘Put Your Records On’ has chalked up over 1 billion streams in recent years.