Chris Norman, Band

On 17 October 2026, Chris Norman will take the stage with his band at the Uber Arena in Berlin. The British singer and guitarist helped define a melodic soft-rock with a touch of country in the 1970s as the voice of Smokie, before launching a successful solo career in the 1980s. Live, he blends both eras: songs from the Smokie years and solo material, carried by his slightly husky voice and a clear pop-rock sound that ranges from ballads to midtempo numbers. Tracks like “Midnight Lady” from 1986, written and produced by Dieter Bohlen, are often part of the set and demonstrate how Norman combines radio-friendly hooks with warm guitars and unobtrusive arrangements. The duet “Stumblin’ In” with Suzi Quatro also holds a permanent place in the repertoire, serving as a bridge between rock, pop and the international song tradition that has accompanied Norman’s career. On tour he favors a compact band lineup that highlights the core of his songs: catchy choruses, clear melodies, confidently delivered without frills. It’s an evening that brings together his different phases and keeps a decades-spanning repertoire alive.