There is a reason James Hunter has been dubbed "The United Kingdom’s Greatest Soul Singer" by MOJO. With a career spanning four decades and a Grammy-nominated discography, Hunter doesn’t just perform rhythm and soul—he inhabits it. This year, fans have the chance to witness that mastery live as The James Hunter Six hit the road for an extensive 2026 tour across the UK and Europe.
A Landmark Year for the Soul Veteran
The tour comes on the heels of the band's eleventh studio album, Off The Fence, out now via Easy Eye Sound. The record marks a staggering 40 years since Hunter’s recording debut, yet the energy remains as sharp as ever. The album features twelve original tracks, including the infectious new single "Gun Shy" and a high-profile duet with the legendary Van Morrison titled "Ain’t That A Trip."
To celebrate the release, the band has debuted a vibrant new music video for "Gun Shy," filmed in a Victorian-era warehouse in Brighton. The track captures the "tongue-tied" feeling of a new crush, set against a dance-floor groove and a blistering sax solo—the exact kind of high-octane performance fans can expect from the upcoming live dates.
2026 Tour Dates: From Bristol to Berlin
The 2026 tour kicks off this week, bringing Hunter’s signature blend of "savoir-faire and authentic grit" to legendary intimate venues. From the iconic Thekla in Bristol to the Brudenell Social Club in Leeds, the tour offers a rare opportunity to see a world-class soul ensemble in rooms where you can truly feel the rhythm.
The James Hunter Six 2026 Tour Schedule: Buy tickets below
Jan 16: Bristol, UK – Thekla
Jan 17: Brighton, UK – Concorde 2
Jan 19: London, UK – 229
Jan 20: Colchester, UK – Colchester Arts Centre
Jan 26: Glasgow, UK – Òran Mór
Jan 28: Newcastle, UK – The Cluny
Jan 29: Leeds, UK – Brudenell Social Club
Jan 30: Cambridge, UK – Storey's Field Centre
Jan 31: Birmingham, UK – The Crossing
Feb 07: Paris, FR – New Morning
Feb 09: Amsterdam, NL – Paradiso Tolhuistuin
Feb 10: Hamburg, DE – Knust
Feb 11: Berlin, DE – Hole44
Feb 13: Munich, DE – Ampere
Accompanied by his long-standing band of masterful musicians, Hunter is set to prove once again why he remains the gold standard of British soul. Tickets and further information are available below.
