All set to put their heart and soul into anniversary tour

The 11-piece band kick off their 25th anniversary tour at the arts centre on Friday, October 10.

Soul II Soul first appeared on the London music scene with a sound that was “original, fresh and infectious”.

The outfit has proved popular on both sides of the Atlantic and in more than 35 territories across the world.

To date they have sold more than 10 million albums.

Soul II Soul won two Grammy Awards in 1990 and in 2008, founder Jazzie B was made an OBE for his contribution to the music industry.

In the same year he won the Ivor Novello Award for inspiration, being described as “the man who gave British black music a soul of its own”.

While vocalist Caron Wheeler has provided vocals for other artists, including Madness, Elvis Costello and Dexys Midnight Runners.

The band take to the stage at 8pm and tickets are £29.50 for seats and £25 standing.

Phone the box office 02476 524524 or go to www.warwickartscentre.co.uk

This autumn sees Warwick Arts Centre celebrate its 40th anniversary. Details on the website.