James Morrison: 10 Fun Facts!

20 December 2025

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James Morrison is set to make his Maltese debut at the Fusion Festival 2026, performing live on May 1, 2026, at the MFCC in Ta’ Qali. Here are 10 fascinating facts about this incredible artist!

1. Husky Voice Origin: His unique raspy voice is a result of a life-threatening bout of whooping cough as a child, where he was given only a 30% chance of survival.

2. Street Performer Roots: He honed his craft playing on the streets of Newquay and Truro in Cornwall before getting noticed.

3. Multi-Instrumentalist: Beyond singing, he plays several instruments, including the trumpet, piano, and guitar.

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4. Soul & R&B Influences: His sound is heavily influenced by soul legends like Stevie Wonder, Otis Redding, and Al Green.

5. Debut Success: His first single, "You Give Me Something," hit the top 5 in the UK, and his album Undiscovered sold over a million copies, making him the UK's best-selling male solo artist in 2006.

6. Brit Award Winner: He won a Brit Award for his debut album, Undiscovered, which cemented his place in British music.

7. Songwriting Origins: He started writing his own songs after taking GCSE music, developing his distinctive sound from there.

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8. Relatable Struggles: He grew up in challenging circumstances with family issues, which often informs the honest, relatable lyrics in his songs.

9. Video Locations: The music video for "You Give Me Something" was filmed in two versions, one featuring shadows and another showing him performing for pedestrians in NYC's Chinatown.

10. Adapting to Music Industry Changes: He's spoken about adapting to the modern music scene, even making a funny video poking fun at the constant need for relevance.

James Morrison is back and stronger than ever! Following the success of his latest album Fight Another Day, Britain’s premier soulful voice returns to share an evening of hope and heart. Don’t miss this chance to witness an unforgettable, star-lit performance of the songs that defined a generation. Get your tickets here!

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