XFactor winner Louisa Johnson will be joining Olly Murs this summer
2015 X-Factor winner Louisa Johnson will be joining Olly Murs this summer on his UK tour, including a concert at the Brunton Park on Saturday 3 June.The 19-year old singing sensation has just been announced as Olly’s support act, and her emotive voice, distinctive style and infectious spontaneity are certain to prove a hit with fans at each show.
Louisa has been a familiar face since her spectacular win on the X Factor in 2015 as the youngest ever winner – followed by an impressive debut album and a hit collaboration with Clean Bandit – laying the foundations for what looks set to be an incredible 2017.
Louisa always knew she wanted to be on the big stage, jumping at the chance of talent shows from the tender age of eight, whenever she was on holiday with her family, and frequently taking solo spots at school concerts.
Although born in Kent, Louisa moved to Essex at the age of four, and as her passion for music grew with her year on year, Louisa took the decision purposely to move into a secondary school, renowned for its ability to nurture musical talent. Whether it was breakfast, lunch breaks or after school, Louisa was singing at every chance!
At just 13 she auditioned for Britain’s Got Talent, achieving first round success, and in 2014 was approached by X Factor scouts, but decided to wait a year until she had developed the style with which she has certainly marked her place on the music scene.
With the 2015 X Factor win under her belt, Louisa turned her attention to a debut album, spurred on by a collaboration with Clean Bandit on the hugely successful ‘Tears’; a project that came about after Grace from the band saw her on the show and approached her with the track demo.
The success of ‘Tears’ in May followed by her debut single ‘So Good’ in October certainly laid the foundation for Louisa’s new album; fizzing with talent, ambition and massive tunes. Louisa spent 2016 working with a dream cast of writers and producers on songs that capture her bubbly personality while also doing justice to a decade’s worth of work and determination.
Coming along for the ride are artists like Clean Bandit and other special guests, as well as tunesmiths like Ali Tamposi (Justin Bieber, Beyoncé), Chelcee Grimes (Olly Murs), Burns (Britney, Calvin Harris), Ed Drewett (One Direction, Little Mix), J Kash (Maroon 5, Meghan Trainor) and Steve Mac (Jess Glynne, Charli XCX, Selena Gomez).
The results are as varied as Louisa’s own musical tastes, with each track on the album showing off her impressive vocal range and an exciting mix of styles and sounds.
Louisa Johnson said: “I am so excited to be supporting Olly on his summer tour. He is an incredible artist; an absolute inspiration, and we both cannot wait to see all the fans in Carlisle. It’s going to be a brilliant night!”
Olly Murs said: “Louisa’s voice makes you sit up and listen; she has a great stage presence, which is amazing at such a young age, and so many fans. I know she’ll prove a great hit on the tour.”
Olly Murs plays the following 2017 UK dates:
Please note shows marked with * are shows that Louisa will not be joining Olly at:
Monday 27 March LONDON, Royal Albert Hall (As part of TCT Shows)
*Friday 02 June MARKET RASEN, Racecourse – No Louisa Johnson
Saturday 03 June CARLISLE, Brunton Park
Saturday 10 June COLCHESTER, Weston Homes Community Stadium
Friday 16 June WESTONBIRT, Arboretum
Saturday 24 June WREXHAM, Racecourse Ground
Sunday 25 June WORCESTERSHIRE, County Cricket Club
Friday 30 June BRANDON, Thetford Forest
*Saturday 01 July YORK, Racecourse – No Louisa Johnson
Friday 07 July KENT, Canterbury, The Spitfire Ground
*Sunday 09 July SCARBOROUGH, Open Air Theatre - No Louisa Johnson
Friday 14 July NORTHAMPTON, The County Ground
Saturday 15 July JERSEY, Big Gig In The Park
Sunday 16 July SUSSEX, Hove, 1st Central County Ground
Tuesday 18 July EDINBURGH, Castle
Friday 21 July ABERDEEN, Exhibition & Conference Centre, Outdoor
Saturday 22 July INVERNESS, Bught Park
Saturday 29 July EXETER, Powderham Castle
Wednesday 02 August LYTHAM ST ANNE’S
Saturday 05 August BOURNEMOUTH, Kings Park
*Thursday 10 August SANDOWN, Racecourse - No Louisa Johnson
*Friday 11 August HAYDOCK PARK, Racecourse – No Louisa Johnson
Saturday 12 August SWANSEA, Singleton Park
*Friday 18 August NEWMARKET, Racecourse - No Louisa Johnson
*Saturday 19 August NEWBURY, Racecourse - No Louisa Johnson
Tickets for the Olly Murs Summer Tour 2017 are on General Sale NOW – click HERE to buy online.
Call our ticketline on 0844 371 1921 to purchase tickets via phone. Please note, calls to this line are charged at 7p per minute. Mobile phone charges may vary.
General Admission - £39.50 (+ £3.95 booking fee)
Reserved seating in Pioneer East Stand - £42 (+ £4.20 booking fee)
Platinum Enclosure - £55 (+ £5.50 booking fee)
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Hospitality - Gold Package - £105
+ Premium seat in the main stand (with access to the Platinum Enclosure on the pitch, if desired).
+ Hot fork buffet before the concert.
+ Private bar facilities.
+ One event programme per two guests.
+ One car park space per four guests.
Hospitality - Foxy's Platinum Package - £150
+ Premium seat in the main stand (with access to the Platinum Enclosure on the pitch, if desired).
+ Drinks reception on arrival.
+ Three-course meal in Foxy’s Restaurant before the concert starts.
+ Waitress service and private bar.
+ One event programme per two guests.
+ One car park space per four guests.
Hospitality packages can be booked by contacting our Commercial Department on 01228 554 155 or by email on commercial@carlisleunited.co.uk
Please visit each venue website for details on each venue ticket price.
Disabled Tickets are available directly from the venue.
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