The legendary Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige is set to take over Co-Op Live with an exclusive headline show on Fri 4 Jul alongside special guests Soul II Soul, and we’ve got a pair of tickets up for grabs.
Known around the world as one of the most influential R&B artists of all time, Mary J. Blige redefined the genre in the ‘90s with her singularly gritty, unapologetically urbane style that fused hip-hop and soul with raw, candid lyricism. Her classic albums, from What’s the 411? to My Life and beyond, retain a prominent place within the R&B-hip-hop pantheon after a remarkable career spanning more than thirty years.
Her latest album, Gratitude, sees MJB pay tribute to her family, friends and fans, and features collaborations with fellow hip-hop icons like Fabolous, Jadakiss and Fat Joe.
Formed in 1988, the inimitable British collective Soul II Soul reshaped the music landscape with smooth melodies, irresistible grooves and an innovative cocktail of soul, R&B and hip-hop. Alongside their timeless hits Back to Life and Keep on Movin, the group boasts a legacy of seminal tracks, multiple GRAMMY Awards and enduring inspiration across generations of artists.
To be in with a chance of winning two tickets to Mary J. Blige’s unmissable one-off concert with special guests Soul II Soul, simply fill out the form below. Winners will be selected at random and contacted by Wed 11 Jun.
18+ only.
Competition form
Manchester Wire competition entry form
www.iconicpresents.com/mjb
- Words:
- Wolf McFarlane
- Published on:
- Tue 3 Jun 2025
