Emeli Sandé

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Emeli Sandé 09.03.2027 Casino Bern, Bern - Only Swiss show - One of the most renowned and distinctive singer-songwriters in Great Britain, Emeli Sandé, has announced a major UK and EU tour to celebrate the 15th anniversary of her groundbreaking debut album 'Our Version of Events'. Live on March 9, 2027, at Casino Bern, Bern. At 24 events in the UK and EU, including legendary venues like the London Palladium and the Paris Salle Pleyel, Emeli will present her celebrated, eight-times platinum album in full, along with her greatest hits. 'Our Version of Events' was the best-selling album in the UK in 2012 and 2013, selling over five million copies worldwide. It features popular hits like 'Next to Me', 'Read All About It (Pt. III)', and 'Clown'. The album, celebrated for its emotional depth and exceptional songwriting, won the BRIT Award for British Album of the Year in 2013, while 'Next to Me' received two Ivor Novello Awards. The album remarkably spent 66 consecutive weeks in the Top 10 of the official UK album charts, setting a record for the longest uninterrupted Top 10 presence of a debut album, surpassing the Beatles' 62-week run with 'Please, Please Me'. Throughout her remarkable career, Emeli has sold millions of albums worldwide, won four BRIT Awards, established herself as a sought-after songwriter – collaborating with Rihanna, Katy Perry, and Alicia Keys – and received the MBE for her contributions to music. The power of her live presence has taken her around the world – from headline tours and major festivals to some of the most significant cultural events in the UK. She performed at both the opening and closing ceremonies of the 2012 London Olympics, which remain career-defining moments for her. In 2026, Sandé will continue to make waves on the live stage – with performances around the globe, including an appearance at 'BBC Radio 2 in the Park' alongside Chaka Khan, Lulu, and The Script. As part of the 'Icons' theme for National Album Day, Sandé will also release a special gold vinyl edition of 'Our Version of Events', set to be released on October 17, 2026, honoring the album's lasting cultural impact. More than a decade after 'Our Version of Events' first introduced her to the world, Emeli Sandé remains an artist with something to say – and a voice that ensures people listen. More about Emeli Sandé Growing up in rural Aberdeenshire – as the daughter of a Zambian father and a mother from a family in Cumbria – Sandé discovered early on that music gave her a sense of freedom and a space to express herself. As a teenager, she began writing songs, and although music has always been her passion, she initially studied medicine at the University of Glasgow. Ultimately, she made the decision to leave medicine behind and pursue her dream of a career in music. Moving to London proved to be a turning point. There, Sandé met producer and songwriter Naughty Boy, and the two began writing songs together. This creative partnership would play a significant role in the early stages of her career. Her first major breakthrough came in 2009 when Sandé co-wrote and provided vocals for Chipmunk's 'Diamond Rings'. The track became a Top 10 hit in the UK, showcasing her distinctive vocal talent to a much wider audience. She then collaborated with Wiley on 'Never Be Your Woman', another Top 10 hit in the UK, while simultaneously establishing herself as a sought-after songwriter, writing and collaborating with artists like Rihanna, Katy Perry, Alicia Keys, Leona Lewis, Professor Green, Tinie Tempah, and Cheryl Cole. Sandé began to emerge from the background and establish herself as a solo artist. Following the overwhelming success of her debut album, Emeli has continued to evolve as an artist, releasing a series of critically acclaimed albums, including 'Long Live The Angels', 'Real Life', 'Let’s Say For Instance', and 'How Were We To Know'. Her music remains characterized by honesty, emotion, and a desire to explore new creative avenues. Never recording the same album twice, she has consistently evolved her sound and songwriting while maintaining the powerful vocal identity that first made her famous. In her works, she addresses love, identity, resilience, self-acceptance, and the human experiences that connect us all. Contributors: Emeli Sandé