The Robert Cray Band Tickets

The five-time Grammy Award winner, the sensational singer and guitarist is now set to hit your town for a rocking concert. Robert Cray will now be setting the stage on fire as he has announced a series of live performances. Get your Robert Cray Band tickets to witness this amazing singer live as he performs his hit numbers.

The talented singer not only has his own band but has also excelled as a solo musician. Cray was interested in music at a young age and this is evident from the fact that he started playing the guitar when he was in his school. He was greatly inspired by the music of Muddy Waters, Freddie King and Albert Collins, later deciding to form his own band. Robert Cray Band began in collaboration with Curtis Salgado.

For several years, Robert Cray gained popularity in his own town. However the biggest breakthrough in his career came when he signed a contract with Mercury Records in 1982. He earned fame in the United States and Europe from his two albums on High Tone Records in the 80s, 'Bad Influence' and 'False Accusations'. He gained popularity for his live performances in this period. His fourth album, 'Strong Persuader' earned him a Grammy Award. At the same time his hit single, 'Smokin' Gun' took the music lovers by storm and earned him critical acclaim as well.

Robert Cray gained further recognition by performing with well established stars. He featured alongside John Lee Hooker on his album 'Boom Boom', in which he played the guitar in the song 'Same Old Blues again'. He has also shared the live stage with veteran musicians, hence gaining experience and confidence. Cray performed at the 'Guitar Legends' concerts in Spain at the Expo. He performed the track, 'Phone Booth' at the event and completely mesmerized the audience. Powerful voice and grip over notes gives Cray an edge over all other artists in his genre. It would be unfair to assign a specific genre to his music; Cray's compositions are a mix of numerous styles. His music is influenced largely by soul, jazz, rock, pop or gospel. This makes his melodies ingenious and completely new.  People of all ages enjoy his music and are seen at his live concerts.

Robert Cray's popularity also comes from his numerous tours throughout the world. His appearance at the 'Crossroads Guitar Festival' added to his fan following. The artist has maintained an enviable recording and touring schedule to enthrall his fans worldwide. His sheer talent has earned him a place on the 'Blues Hall of Fame'.

Robert Cray is still praised widely for his work in the 1980s, like his album 'Strong Persuader' which remains one of the best albums. In the following decades, he came up with five LPs all of which appealed to the fans and critics. Cray has continued to evolve, treating his fans to new styles and compositions. Attend his upcoming concert in your town and enjoy songs like, 'This Time'; a jazzy and understated single that will make you groove. Other songs like, 'Fix This' will give you a taste of his phenomenal piano skills. His full-throated vocals and incredible musicianship will show you the time of your life. Robert Cray delights the crowd with his eloquent skills on the guitar, along with his light-hearted talk that maintains an easygoing rapport throughout the show. So all you people out there, get your Robert Cray tickets and be a part of a wonderful musical event.