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Dr. Robert, born Robert Howard in 1961 in London, rose to prominence as the lead singer of The Blow Monkeys. Matt Deighton, a London native born in 1967, rose to prominence through his work with Mother Earth and session initiatives. Their cooperation started in 2015, with soul, rock, and pop influences. Both musicians studied classical guitar and piano and built reputations for engaging songwriting and emotional performances, establishing the groundwork for their collaborative live concerts.

Dr. Robert was successful with The Blow Monkeys' 1986 album Limping for a Generation, which included singles such as "Digging Your Scene." Matt Deighton rose to prominence with his 1994 album Sittin' in the Lap of Luxury and collaborations with Paul Weller. They have performed at several British festivals, including the Cambridge Folk Festival (2016) and the London Jazz & Blues Festival. Their duets feature charted hits, original material, and spontaneous live arrangements, winning accolades from both critics and fans.

Dr. Robert and Matt Deighton continue to tour UK theaters and festivals, performing favorites from both solo careers as well as new collaborations. Their concerts feature harmonized vocals, deep guitar work, and crowd participation, delivering a mix of nostalgia and new vitality. Get your Dr. Robert & Matt Deighton tickets from Yadara today and see this one-of-a-kind collaboration live, combining decades of musical talent on one stage.


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