Michael Ball and Alfie Boe are set to make a grand return with their latest album, Together At Home, scheduled for release on November 8th, 2024. This album, their sixth collaborative effort, celebrates a decade of musical partnership and pays tribute to the places and people closest to their hearts.
The dynamic duo, who have sold millions of albums and performed to packed arenas, are ready to captivate audiences once again with their unique blend of powerful vocals and heartfelt renditions.
A musical tribute to home and heritage
Together At Home is more than just another album for Ball and Boe; it’s a deeply personal project that reflects their shared love for home and heritage. The album features a carefully curated selection of songs that resonate with the theme of homecoming and belonging, each track chosen for its emotional depth and connection to the duo’s personal experiences.
The first single, “Proud,” offers a powerful start to the album. Originally performed by Heather Small, this track is reimagined by Ball and Boe with a fresh, uplifting energy that pays homage to the pride they feel in their roots. Michael Ball shared a touching story behind the song, recalling how it evoked memories of watching his granddaughter, Grace, compete in the rugby sevens for Team GB at the Paris Olympics. The pride he felt in that moment mirrors the sentiment expressed in the song, making it a fitting lead single for the album.
Alfie Boe echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of welcoming people home and creating a sense of belonging. This idea of home and heritage is woven throughout the album, with each track carefully selected to reflect the duo’s connection to the places and people they hold dear.
Iconic tracks and new discoveries
The album includes a mix of classic hits and lesser-known gems, each with its own unique story. Michael Ball was immediately drawn to “Homeward Bound,” a Paul Simon classic that resonates with his experiences of life on the road. The song’s themes of homesickness and longing are beautifully captured in Ball’s rendition, making it a standout track on the album.
Alfie Boe, on the other hand, was intrigued by “Welcome Home,” a track by a relatively unknown band from Athens, Georgia. The song’s modern, hymn-like quality immediately struck a chord with Boe, who felt it perfectly encapsulated the album’s theme.
Other notable tracks include “Ferry Cross The Mersey,” a nod to Boe’s lifelong support of Liverpool FC and the music of Gerry Marsden, as well as “Baker Street,” a song that continues to send shivers down the spine of adoptive Londoner Michael Ball. The album also features “Dirty Old Town,” a folk standard by Ewan MacColl, and “Rule the World,” a majestic track by Gary Barlow of Take That fame.
The album’s closing track, an Irish medley titled “What’s The Craic,” promises to bring the party atmosphere to life during their upcoming tour, ensuring that fans will leave with a sense of joy and celebration.
A decade of musical mastery
Together At Home follows the phenomenal success of Ball and Boe’s previous five albums. Their debut album, Together, became the UK’s best-selling album of 2016, even surpassing The Rolling Stones to claim the Christmas No.1 spot. This success was followed by Together Again in 2017, which also topped the charts. Their third collaboration, Back Together, reached No.2 in 2019, and Together at Christmas secured another No.1 in 2020.
Over the past decade, Michael Ball and Alfie Boe have transitioned from careers in theatre and opera to becoming chart-topping superstars. Their collaborations have sold over 1.5 million albums in the UK alone, earned them two Classic Brit Awards, and seen them headline three sold-out arena tours. The pair have also hosted three ITV Specials, further cementing their status as two of Britain’s most beloved musical talents.
2025 UK arena tour
To celebrate the release of Together At Home, Ball and Boe will embark on a 12-date UK arena tour in March and April 2025. This highly anticipated tour will bring the album to life on stage, offering fans the chance to experience the magic of Ball and Boe live. The tour will culminate in a special performance at London’s The O2 on April 13th, 2025, promising to be an unforgettable night for all in attendance.
2025 UK Tour Dates:
- March 29th – Cardiff, Utilita Arena
- March 30th – Bournemouth, International Centre
- April 1st – Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena
- April 2nd – Newcastle, Utilita Arena
- April 4th – Manchester, AO Arena
- April 5th – Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena
- April 7th – Aberdeen, P&J Live
- April 8th – Glasgow, OVO Hydro
- April 10th – Leeds, First Direct Arena
- April 11th – Birmingham, BP Pulse Live
- April 13th – London, The O2
- April 14th – Brighton, Centre
Tickets and Presales
Tickets for the tour go on general sale on Friday, September 13th, 2024, via LiveNation.co.uk. Fans can also access presale tickets starting from Tuesday, September 10th, 2024. Mastercard cardholders in the UK will have access to Preferred Tickets on September 13th through the Priceless platform.
Track Listing for “Together At Home”
- Welcome Home
- Homeward Bound
- Solsbury Hill
- Baker Street
- He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother
- Up Where We Belong
- Rule The World
- Dirty Old Town
- Going Home
- Ferry Cross The Mersey
- Proud
- What’s The Craic (An Irish Medley)
With Together At Home, Michael Ball and Alfie Boe invite listeners to join them on a journey through the places and emotions that have shaped their lives. Whether through the stirring melodies of classic anthems or the discovery of new musical treasures, this album is a celebration of home, heritage, and the enduring power of music.
