After releasing “The Stars Beneath My Feet (2004-2021)” (a collection of Blunt’s greatest hits and a few new releases to keep superfans at bay) last November, 2 of the 4 newly discovered tracks have since been given the single treatment with “Love Under Pressure” and “Unstoppable” being about as well-received as you’d expect. Call it viral marketing, or call it playing to your strengths… whatever you believe it is, the internet’s own king of uncool has created a bizarre accompanying music video for single number 3 “Adrenaline”. The video see’s Blunt play the ultimate adrenaline junkie… sort of. Watch the video below.
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Produced by Loose Change, with additional production from Dan Grech, ‘Adrenaline’ is a driving pop tour de force that delivers yet another memorable chorus – a trait that has remained constant throughout James’ career and is a stunning addition to the greatest hits collection – a culmination of 17 years of prolific songwriting. The video, however, as described by Blunt, leans more towards those just wanting to poke fun at him. ‘If you ever wanted to know what it’s like to jump out of a plane with me, I dare you to watch this video!’
Amongst the string of hit singles, ‘The Stars Beneath My Feet (2004-2021)’ includes new songs; “Love Under Pressure”, “Unstoppable”, “Adrenaline” & “I Came for Love” - as well as four exclusive live performances from around the world, including a special performance from the Glastonbury Festival. It also features stunning tracks from his latest gold-selling album “Once Upon A Mind”, including the heartbreaking ballad for his father, “Monsters”. Needless to say, the thirty-track album also includes James’ biggest hits, including “You’re Beautiful”, “Goodbye My Lover”, “1973”, “Bonfire Heart”, “Stay the Night” and the rest.
Alongside the compilation, Blunt has also announced an extensive UK tour that is currently underway. The first dates in Manchester and London may have passed, but you can still grab the remaining seats at any of the other 6 shows here.
Blunt has also been announced as part of BBC Radio 2’s new Piano Room Month which will see him perform, accompanied by the BBC Concert Orchestra, live from London’s BBC Maida Vale studios on February 18th. Other artists amongst the 20 confirmed to perform across the month include Ed Sheeran, David Gray, Tears For Fears & more. See here for more information on the BBC.
7/2/22 – Motorpoint Arena – Cardiff
8/2 – Bonus Arena – Hull
10/2 – Resort World – Birmingham
11/2 – First Direct Arena – Leeds
12/2 – Motorpoint Arena – Nottingham
13/2 – SEC Armadillo – Glasgow
Photo credit: Michael Clement/Press Release
