Since bursting onto the UK music scene 10 years ago, The Overtones have racked up platinum record sales, released six studio albums, sold out tours across the nation, and performed for Her Majesty The Queen and they are heading to Basingstoke.

The band have previously headlined some of the UK and Europe’s most prestigious venues including The London Palladium, The Royal Albert Hall - and achieving standout performances at Buckingham Palace for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and singing to one million people at the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin.

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As a gesture of support and welcome for Ukrainian refugees, the band launched a social media campaign on April 19 giving away 250 tickets to refugees in the UK to attend their shows across the country. The offer also extends to any host families who have opened their homes to refugees throughout the Ukraine crisis.

Mark, Darren, Jay and Mike have mastered the perfect mix of originality with classic nostalgia, and combined with their charm and perfectly-timed dance moves - and of course their perfectly-pitched harmonies - their effortless performances and style have helped deliver their sell out successes across the globe during the past decade.

Having experienced loss, parenthood and a new line up during this time, the multi-talented awesome foursome have never been closer and continue to perfect their craft for their adoring fans.

In 2019 the group welcomed new member, Jay James - who also became a household name after working with musicians like John Legend and becoming a finalist on The X Factor - and saw the start of an exciting new era for the boys who went on to sell out their 10th consecutive UK tour.

Speaking about the 10th anniversary of the band, Jay said: “2022 is all about bringing back the feel good and that’s what The Overtones do best. As we celebrate the past, dance in the present and sing for the future, we are so excited and blessed to give The Overtones family their best night yet!”

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Like many other acts, the last two years have meant cancelled tours and releases for The Overtones, but with a newly recharged band and an excitement of what’s to come in their anniversary year, the group can’t wait to be back on the road in 2022.

Mark Franks added: “We can’t wait to finally get to sing, dance & party together with you all, in 2022, on our 10 Year Anniversary Tour. It’s been a long time coming and there really ain’t no party like an Overtones party!”

They will be heading to The Anvil on May 31. For more information visit: anvilarts.org.uk.

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