British musician James Bay is set to perform on the stage of the Sigulda castle ruins on Sunday, June 25. Known for his hits “Hold Back the River” and “Let it Go,” Bay has gained popularity among Latvian listeners after warming up Ed Sheeran’s concert in Lucavsala in 2019. Younger audiences may recognize Bay’s version of Tom Petty’s song “King’s Highway,” which is featured in the animated film “Crows 3.”
According to the organizers of the Sigulda concert, the Lithuanian agency “8 Days A Week,” Bay is currently performing on big stages in Europe and North America. In a few weeks, he will also be seen performing alongside the legendary Bruce Springsteen in a concert in Hyde Park, London. Additionally, Bay will join the famous American folk rock group “The Lumineers” as a special guest on their tour at the end of the summer. He has previously shared the stage with artists such as Hozier, Ed Sheeran, and even warmed up for “The Rolling Stones.”
Bay’s musical journey began at the age of 11 when he found an old five-string guitar and started learning classical guitar playing inspired by Eric Clapton’s “Layla.” After studying music in Brighton, Bay started performing at “free mic” nights, where he caught the attention of a listener who uploaded a recording of his performance online. This led to a contract with the influential record company “Republic/Universal” in 2013. He released his debut mini-album “The Dark of the Morning” that year and went on to perform concerts throughout Great Britain, presenting his first full-length album “Chaos on the Calm” a year later.
In 2022, Bay released his third album “Leap,” which was praised by “Clash Magazine” as “a warm hug, especially for those who want to see a cloud with a silver lining in the midst of life’s storms.”
Fans of James Bay can look forward to his performance at the Sigulda castle ruins, where he will showcase his talent and entertain the audience with his captivating music.
How did James Bay’s performance in Lucavsala in 2019 contribute to his popularity among Latvian listeners?
The stage is set for an unforgettable performance at the Sigulda castle ruins on Sunday, June 25, as British musician James Bay takes the spotlight. Known for his chart-topping hits like “Hold Back the River” and “Let it Go,” Bay has captured the hearts of Latvian listeners after captivating them as the opening act for Ed Sheeran’s concert in Lucavsala in 2019. And if you’re a fan of animated films, you might recognize Bay’s rendition of Tom Petty’s “King’s Highway” in the film “Crows 3.”
But Bay’s talent extends far beyond Latvia. Currently gracing big stages across Europe and North America, Bay will soon join forces with the legendary Bruce Springsteen in a highly-anticipated concert in Hyde Park, London. Adding to his already impressive resume, Bay will also be a special guest on the tour of the renowned American folk rock group “The Lumineers” later in the summer. This rising star has even shared the stage with the likes of Hozier, Ed Sheeran, and yes, even “The Rolling Stones.”
Bay’s musical journey began at a young age, discovering a five-string guitar at just 11 years old. Inspired by Eric Clapton’s iconic “Layla,” he immersed himself in learning classical guitar playing. After studying music in Brighton, Bay began performing at “free mic” nights, captivating audiences and catching the attention of a listener who quickly uploaded a recording of his performance online. That fateful moment led to a contract with the influential record company “Republic/Universal” in 2013. His debut mini-album, “The Dark of the Morning,” was released that same year, and Bay soon embarked on a series of concerts throughout Great Britain. The following year, he presented his first full-length album, “Chaos on the Calm,” solidifying his place in the music industry.
In 2022, Bay released his highly-anticipated third album, “Leap,” which received high praise from “Clash Magazine” as “a warm hug, especially for those who want to see a cloud with a silver lining in the midst of life’s storms.”
Fans of James Bay can expect an electrifying performance at the awe-inspiring Sigulda castle ruins, where he will captivate the audience with his distinctive sound and enchanting music.
James Bay never fails to deliver mesmerizing performances, and his recent show at Sigulda Castle Ruins was no exception. With his soulful voice and skillful guitar playing, he captivated the audience from the very first note. Singing his popular hits “Hold Back the River” and “Let it Go,” Bay proved once again why he is considered one of the most talented singer-songwriters of our time.