You can never get enough of superstar Alicia Keys. That was the case even at the start of her career, when she sold 300,000 copies of her debut album within the space of one week. And it's still the case. 30 million discs sold, 14 Grammys, a career as singer, producer, songwriter and actress – music industry magazine Billboard already counts Alicia Keys among the greatest artists of the 21st century. It takes courage to stand comparison with these superlatives, but Annie Goodchild has got what it takes: The New York-born singer now resident in Basel opens the evening with her expressive alternative pop.

Zeno van Essel

With the kind support of «Freunde der BALOISE SESSION».

Growing up in New York’s Hell's Kitchen neighbourhood, Alicia Keys has drawn on the area’s eclectic cultural mix to produce her own fiery brand of songs. No other artist blends the traditional and modern diversity of New York culture as skilfully as she to produce such an enthralling collection of urbane hits, all garnished by her virtuoso piano-playing and luxuriant, powerful voice which has made her a superstar. Soul-pop chart-topper Ira May from Basel, whose classical piano background and voice invite a few parallels with Alicia Keys, opens this highlight evening at the BALOISE SESSION.

Zeno van Essel

With the kind support of «Freunde der BALOISE SESSION».