After announcing the end of Simply Red in October 2007 Mick Hucknall already released his first solo album "Hucknall - Tribute to Bobby" in May 2008. On "Tribute to Bobby" he pays tribute to one of his musical heroes Bobby "Blue" Bland. “His music has this sophistication to it, a jazz tinge. There’s also the darkness of his lyrics – Bobby sings with a really twisted pain and sorrow. He’s one of the vocalists who influenced my singing style long before I became a slave to pop success”. This album project is really a labour of love for Hucknall. “I’m doin… read more
After announcing the end of Simply Red in October 2007 Mick Hucknall already released his first solo album "Hucknall - Tribute to Bobby" in May 2008. On "Tribute to Bobby" he pays tribute to one of his musical heroes Bobby "Blue" Bland. “His music has this sophis… read more
After announcing the end of Simply Red in October 2007 Mick Hucknall already released his first solo album "Hucknall - Tribute to Bobby" in May 2008. On "Tribute to Bobby" he pays tribute to one of his musical heroes Bobby "Blue" Bland. “His music has this sophistication to it, a jazz tinge. There’s also the darkness of his lyrics – … read more