Chris Norman

On 3 September 2026 at Vicar Street in Dublin, Chris Norman steps back into the spotlight with the voice that carried Smokie through the 70s and has defined his solo path since the 80s. Singer and guitarist, he first made his mark with Smokie’s melodic soft rock tinged with country, before shifting solo toward pop rock and adult contemporary, guided by ballads and mid-tempos and that slightly husky timbre. Midnight Lady, written and produced by Dieter Bohlen, anchored his European momentum alongside the album Some Hearts Are Diamonds, followed by Different Shades and a steady run of releases and tours.

On stage, he weaves links between eras: Smokie tracks that shaped his early years and solo songs that built his later catalog. The duet with Suzi Quatro, Stumblin’ In, remains a reference point, showing how his music sits between rock, pop and radio-ready songwriting. At Vicar Street, expect a straightforward set focused on melodies, stories and a band sound that leaves space for the voice, with a repertoire that spans decades without leaning on nostalgia.