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Indigo At The O2 shows coming up for soul & RnB supergroup Sol & The Gang!

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1 day ago

November 6, 2026

Don Reed

Sol & The Gang are known worldwide for their game-changing entertainment at VIP events & becoming the go to band for high profile weddings, with legendary R&B covers and their breathtaking live performances, wowing celebrity clients & online fans alike.

Founded by award-winning music artist & dance choreographer J-Sol of X-Factor fame, the hand-picked super-group of multi-talented singers, musicians & dancers have delivered breath-taking private events on lavish stages in the UK & around the globe, bringing joy to a myriad of clients & fans across mainland Europe, USA & South America, East Africa, Southeast Asia, including luxury destinations in the French Riviera, UAE, Thailand & the Maldives.

Sol & The Gang have performed intimate sets for UHNWIs & international celebrities, including England Footballer Raheem Stirling, former Spice Girl Emma Bunton & TV Chef Gino D’Acampo and major brands like Nobu, Red Bull, Arsenal, Huel, Victoria’s Secret, Lipsy, L’Oreal, Next & Gap.

Touching on 1M Instagram followers and gaining praise from the likes of Craig David, Brandy, Sza, Boyz II Men, JoJo, SWV & Jennifer Hudson to name but a few, Sol & The Gang are an unstoppable force that are now selling out their own headline shows and gaining fans for their own original music.

In 2025, Sol & The Gang sold out their first-ever headliner at London’s legendary Jazz Cafe in just three hours and 2026 has already been an exciting year for the band, having hit the road for their first short-run tour, selling out London’s KOKO & the Blues Kitchen in Manchester for multiple nights, performed for Perrie Edwards & Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s wedding in Portugal and having released their own superb original singles ‘Superhuman’ and ‘Little Things’.

This autumn, the all-star group will take live audiences on a dynamic musical journey through the decades, from Motown to Present Day, blending popular RNB tunes & premium production values into an unforgettable high-energy show, as they tour the UK & the Netherlands, with a special Xmas finale show at London’s prestigious INDIGO at the O2 in December.

Don’t miss the chance to see the band’s incredible curated line up of talent that spans elite music institutions (including The BRIT School, Sylvia Young Theatre School, E London Arts & Music and Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music & Dance), signed vocalists and popular entertainment TV show & Youtube sensations. J-Sol’s personal career highlights include opening for Boyz II Men, Jeremih, Omarion and Little Mix. His viral hit ‘Bullet In My Heart’ has surpassed 20 million views, earning recognition from Simon Cowell, Nile Rodgers, Teddy Riley & Tyrese Gibson.

Sol & The Gang autumn tour dates:

06 Nov – Electric Bristol, Bristol UK

07 Nov – Indigo at The O2, London UK [SOLD OUT]

13 Nov – Poppodium 013, Tilburg NL

25 Nov – St Luke’s, Glasgow

20 Dec- Special Xmas Party, Indigo at The O2, London UK.

Get tickets for all shows here: https://ffm.live/solandthegang.ODL

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Pauline Frechette Releases “The Wonder of Stars” Featuring Legendary Bassist Stanley Clarke

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8 hours ago

November 7, 2026

Olivia Long

Billboard-charting composer, pianist, and vocalist Pauline Frechette releases her new single, “The Wonder of Stars,” featuring legendary bassist Stanley Clarke. Taken from her latest album, At the Edge of Everything, the song is a personal reflection on the beauty of the universe, the search for direction, and the quiet strength that comes from looking beyond everyday worries.

Living in Ojai, California, surrounded by mountains and natural beauty, Pauline finds inspiration in one of her favorite nighttime activities: stargazing with her husband. For her, looking up at the stars is more than simply admiring the night sky. It is a way to find peace, regain perspective, and reconnect with her sense of purpose.

“When I am tired or anxious about something, star gazing relaxes me. I feel strong and sure of the path I must follow,” Pauline explains. Inspired by the explorers who once relied on the stars for courage and direction, she sees the night sky as a reminder that there is always a way forward, even when life presents obstacles.

That feeling became the foundation for “The Wonder of Stars.” Pauline began composing the music while singing, allowing the lyrics to emerge naturally from the emotions and story already expressed through the melody. She considers the song one of her finest compositions.

Featuring the unmistakable musicianship of Stanley Clarke, “The Wonder of Stars” brings together Pauline’s distinctive approach to composition and performance with the artistry of one of music’s most celebrated bassists.

Pauline Frechette has built an impressive career as a composer, pianist, and vocalist. Her compositions have been performed by renowned orchestras, including the Baltimore Symphony, Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, New West Symphony, Cincinnati Symphony, and National Symphony at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Her work has also been presented at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Beyond the concert stage, Pauline has contributed her voice to major film scores and performed alongside some of the biggest names in music, including Paul McCartney, Beck, Cher, Willie Nelson, Neil Diamond, Muse, and Leonard Cohen.

Her current album, At the Edge of Everything, features Stanley Clarke and showcases her ability to move naturally between jazz, neo-classical instrumentals, and expressive vocal compositions. Her music has accumulated more than 30 million streams worldwide.

Through her music and performances, Pauline brings together technical excellence, emotional honesty, and a deep sense of vulnerability. With “The Wonder of Stars,” she offers listeners a reminder to pause, look beyond their immediate surroundings, and find inspiration in the world above them.