​Vernon James' acclaimed tribute to the music of James Taylor has already delighted audiences throughout the UK. 2027 sees this show developing further, expanding to a duo format with the addition of the songs of Carole King.

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Together, James Taylor and Carole King represent two pillars of American folk-rock and singer-songwriter tradition. Their music shares a common thread of lyrical honesty, melodic richness,  and emotional depth. This two-hour show weaves their catalogues into a seamless tapestry, inviting you to relive the golden era of songwriting.

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James Taylor’s gentle,  introspective style and Carole King’s piano driven, soulful energy have shaped popular music for more than five decades,  and their songs continue to resonate across generations. This show blends Taylor’s timeless classics - “Sweet Baby James,” “Fire and Rain,” “You’ve Got a Friend,” and  “Something in the Way She Moves” - with King’s unforgettable hits—“It’s Too Late,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,”  “I Feel the Earth Move,” and “So Far Away.”

 

Each number is performed faithfully, and this concert will transport you back to simpler times, wrapping you in dulcet tones, lush harmonies, and deeply personal storytelling. Whether you first fell in love with “Fire and Rain,” or found comfort in “You’ve Got a Friend,” this evening will stir the soul, and reaffirm why great music never fades.

 

Don’t miss this beautiful tribute to the finest songs of the last half century.

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