Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second

Wed 9 Dec · 19:00

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Grammy Award-winning artist Bilal returns to the spotlight to celebrate the 25th anniversary of one of neo-soul’s most influential albums — his debut, 1st Born Second. A singular voice in modern soul, Bilal blends jazz, funk, hip-hop and RnB with a vocal style that shifts effortlessly from raw intensity to soaring falsetto, cementing his place as one of the most respected artists of his generation. Released in 2001, the record helped redefine the boundaries of neo-soul, brought to life by the Soulquarians collective alongside collaborators including J Dilla, Dr. Dre and Mos Def. Revisiting the album in full — including timeless cuts like ‘Soul Sista’ and ‘Fast Lane’ — this is a rare chance to experience a classic reimagined live by one of soul music’s most distinctive voices.

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Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second takes place on Wednesday, 9 December 2026 at 19:00.

Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second is held at Islington Assembly Hall in London (Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 2UD).

Bilal is performing at Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second.

Tickets for Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second can be booked via Ticketmaster using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second

📅 Wednesday, 9 December 2026🕖 19:00📍 Islington Assembly Hall

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About this event

Grammy Award-winning artist Bilal returns to the spotlight to celebrate the 25th anniversary of one of neo-soul’s most influential albums — his debut, 1st Born Second.

A singular voice in modern soul, Bilal blends jazz, funk, hip-hop and RnB with a vocal style that shifts effortlessly from raw intensity to soaring falsetto, cementing his place as one of the most respected artists of his generation.

Released in 2001, the record helped redefine the boundaries of neo-soul, brought to life by the Soulquarians collective alongside collaborators including J Dilla, Dr. Dre and Mos Def.

Revisiting the album in full — including timeless cuts like ‘Soul Sista’ and ‘Fast Lane’ — this is a rare chance to experience a classic reimagined live by one of soul music’s most distinctive voices.

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Islington Assembly Hall

Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 2UD

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❓ Frequently asked questions

When is Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second?

Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second takes place on Wednesday, 9 December 2026 at 19:00.

Where is Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second taking place?

Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second is held at Islington Assembly Hall in London (Upper Street, Islington, London, N1 2UD).

Who is performing at Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second?

Bilal is performing at Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second.

How do I get tickets for Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second?

Tickets for Bilal - 25 Years of 1st Born Second can be booked via Ticketmaster using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.