Richard Hawley plays Cole’s Corner at Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Richard Hawley delivered a captivating performance at the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom, bringing his rich, soulful voice to the stage for a rare and intimate celebration of his 2005 masterpiece, Cole’s Corner, in honor of its 20th anniversary. The atmospheric venue, with its vintage charm, provided the perfect backdrop for Hawley’s hauntingly beautiful melodies. With each song he transported the large audience to another time, making this evening an unforgettable experience.

After playing Cole’s Corner in its entirety, Hawley finished the show with another eleven hits, taking time in between to charm us with some storytelling. “Tonight the Streets Are Ours”, “Standing at the Sky’s Edge”, and “Heart of Oak” were standouts. Hawley has one of the purest voices I’ve ever heard live and seeing a rare performance of his at such an iconic British venue was incredibly memorable. To my US readers, please check him out.