Trevor Nelson's Rhythm Nation
Trevor Nelson is live from the Empress Ballroom in Blackpool for Radio 2's All Star Party.
Trevor Nelson who currently broadcasts his show four nights a week (Monday - Thursday, 10pm - midnight), will be bringing it back to Saturday nights for one night only. He will deliver his unique mix of soul and R&B in front of a live audience and will introduce his personally invited guests ,The Brand New Heavies and Beverley Knight, who will perform live on stage and on air.
Beverley Knight is a MOBO Award-winning singer and musical theatre actress who starred as Rachel Marron in the West End production of The Bodyguard in 2016. The Brand New Heavies are an acid jazz collective from West London formed in 1985, centred around songwriters and multi instrumentalists Simon Bartholomew (guitar) and Andrew Levy (bass). They are best known for their singles such as Dream Come True and Stay This Way in the 1990s, with then lead vocalist N’Dea Davenport.
Further artists performing at Radio 2 All Star Party 2019 include Heather Small, Roachford, The Fantasy Funk Band and Shapeshifters.
Craig Charles will begin his broadcast at 10pm, with Ana Matronic finishing the party at 12pm-2pm.
- Presenter: Trevor Nelson
- Producer: Claire Solan for Somethin’ Else
Publicity contact: RN