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Here are 49 amazing archive pictures of Arnold George Dorsey, the Leicester legend better kbnown as Engelbert Humperdinck.

Engelbert was born in Madras as one of ten siblings, and moved to Leicester at the age of 10 with parents Mervyn and Olive. He took up playing the saxophone and worked in clubs in the early 1950s before taking up singing in his late teens where his impression of Jerry Lewis led friends to call him Gerry Dorsey.

He would go on to use this as his stage name for almost a decade.

After being conscripted to the army he signed a deal with Decca records in 1958 with his first single I'll Never Fall in Love Again.

His big break came in 1965 when he teamed up with music manager Gordon Mills who also looked after Tom Jones. It was him that suggested the name change to Engelbert Humperdinck - borrowed from a 19th century German composer.

Things started to move on a pace and by 1967 he was keeping the Beatles off the top chart position with his version of Release Me that stayed in the Top 50 for 56 weeks, selling 85,000 copies a day at its height.

This set of pictures charts some of those early days events of Leicester's much loved son.

https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/history/gallery/way-used-be-49-archive-5924736

In celebration of hitting 100,000 subscribers, Engelbert will be doing a special YouTube Live session on  Monday, September 13th 12:15 PM PT, along with a few other announcements and surprises.

If you haven't subscribed to his YouTube channel, you may do so here:

https://www.youtube.com/EngelbertHumperdinckTV

For the first time ever, the Royal Albert Hall has released three prints from Engelbert's 2015 tour on its official website. Taken by London-based music photographer Christie Goodwin, these prints are available to bring home. Each purchase benefits The Royal Albert Hall.

https://shop.royalalberthall.com/collections/engelbert-humperdinck

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He was determined to return to the UK after his worldwide tour was cancelled last year due to Covid-19

By Asha Patel Leicester Mercury

Leicester's Engelbert Humperdinck is returning to his hometown for a one-night-only performance this year.

The singer, now aged 85 is set to perform at De Montfort Hall in November this year as part of his 2021 Autumn tour. 

Following the cancellation of his 2020 worldwide tour due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Engelbert was determined to return to the UK as soon as possible and extend his tour dates. 

With a career spanning over 50 years, the singer has sold more than 140 million records worldwide and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Las Vegas Walk of Fame, and, of course, the Leicester Walk of Fame.

Engelbert also received a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) award for his services to music earlier this year. 

He came on to the music scene with The Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Widely regarded as a heartthrob, he was catapulted almost instantly to world icon.

His first single in the charts was “Release Me,” which went into the Guinness Book of Records for achieving 56 consecutive weeks on the charts and was a number one hit in 11 countries.

Showing no signs of slowing down, Engelbert released his new EP 'Sentiments' in November 2020, prior to which he hosted his first-ever live-streamed concert on YouTube.

As well as his voice, the singer's personality has won him a loyal fanbase over the years with whom he has stayed connected through his YouTube vlog series and social media.

Engelbert will join his UK for his UK tour this November, performing at Leicester's De Montfort Hall on November 20.

This the full list of tour dates for 2021:

• 31 st Oct Liverpool, Philharmonic 

• 3 rd Nov Aberdeen, Music Hall 

• 4 th Nov Dunfermline, Alhambra 

• 6 th Nov Newcastle, O2 City Hall 

• 7 th Nov Manchester, Bridgewater Hall 

• 9 th Nov Cambridge, Corn Exchange 

• 10 th Nov Birmingham, Symphony Hall 

• 11 th Nov Ipswich, Regent Theatre 

• 13 th Nov Norwich,Theatre Royal 

• 14 th Nov Sheffield, City Hall - Oval 

• 16 th Nov Bournemouth, Pavilion 

• 17 th Nov Basingstoke, Anvil 

• 20 th Nov Leicester, DeMontfort Hall 

• 21 st Nov Aylesbury, Waterside

https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/news/leicester-news/engelbert-humperdinck-return-leicester-part-5644718

By Nigel Barlow - July 13, 2021 About Manchester

In a career spanning over 50 years, Engelbert has generated sales in excess of 140 million records, including 64 gold albums and 35 platinum, four Grammy nominations, a Golden Globe, and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Las Vegas Walk of Fame, and Leicester Walk of Fame.

He has performed for the Queen four times, several presidents and many heads of state. He has recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to movie theme songs, disco, rock, and even gospel. His unique voice has charmed millions of fans around the globe.

However, it’s not just the voice, but the man himself. He is well known for his endearing sense of humour and self-deprecating jokes. Engelbert has managed to strike a new chord with a younger generation, appearing on MTV several times.

Engelbert exploded on to the music scene with The Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Widely regarded as a heartthrob, he was catapulted almost instantly to world icon. He became great friends with Elvis and the two legends often performed each other’s songs. His first single in the charts was “Release Me,” which went into the Guinness Book of Records for achieving 56 consecutive weeks on the charts. It was No. 1 in 11 countries. The following decades saw Engelbert constantly touring the world to sell-out crowds. He takes great pleasure in every moment on stage.

Engelbert’s music has transcended time and his voice continues to reach out to people now – serving to transport and inspire, to embrace and to provoke feelings and emotions…ingredients that are no doubt the essence of his long-lasting success.

Engelbert was just awarded the Honour of Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE) by Her Majesty the Queen’s Birthday Honours List 2021.

Following his sell out show destined for 2020 at The London Palladium being rescheduled to 25th April 2022, Engelbert was determined to return to the UK as soon as he could and extend his tour dates, for his fans across the UK to enjoy.

7th Nov           Manchester, Bridgewater Hall

https://biglink.to/EHTickets

https://aboutmanchester.co.uk/engelbert-humperdinck-comes-to-manchester-this-autumn/

For those of you using download & streaming services, I’m delighted to announce a new digital-only compilation of lost B-sides & rarities that Universal Decca will be releasing September 3.

Forgotten Promises [1967 – 1975] showcases a wealth of recordings from throughout this era that have never been released digitally, many of which having only ever been released on original 7” vinyl.

We’ll be dropping one track every two weeks up until release for you to get a taste for the compilation & all it has to offer - this week it’s Our Song (La Paloma), the B-side to my 1970 single, My Marie.

Spotify: http://open.spotify.com/album/ 

Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/forgotten-promises-1967-1975/1573618993?ls=1 

iTunes: https://music.apple.com/us/album/forgotten-promises-1967-1975/1573618993?ls=1&app=itunes

By Danica Ollerova June 28, 2021, 11:45 am The Press and Journal

Engelbert Humperdinck, who recently turned 85  shows no signs of stopping just yet,  announced his new tour including an Aberdeen date.

Engelbert, born Arnold George Dorsey, will kick off his 14-date tour in Liverpool on October 31 and will perform for north-east audiences on Wednesday November 3. The gig will take place at 7pm at the Music Hall.

In a career spanning almost five decades, Engelbert has generated sales in excess of 140 million records, including 64 gold albums and 35 platinum, four Grammy nominations, as well as a Golden Globe. The singing legend also has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

He is best known for his ballads such as The Last Waltz and Spanish Eyes, with one of his greatest singles titled Release Me keeping the popular The Beatles’ song Strawberry Fields/Penny Lane off the top in the 1967 music charts.

Engelbert Humperdinck was recognised by the Queen and released new album

The chart-topping singer has also recently been recognized in the Queen’s Birthday Honors List and has been given an MBE for services to music. He had previously performed for the Queen four times.

Engelbert’s newest album Sentiments – a collection of new recordings including covers of songs by Elton John, Elvis Presley and Charlie Chaplin – was released in November 2020.

The iconic vocalist had to cancel his last year’s tour due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, but is now excited to embark on the UK tour later this year.

The upcoming tour is dedicated to his wife, who lost a battle with coronavirus in February. The couple had been married for 56 years.

Engelbert said: “This will be a sentimental journey. What has transpired in your life and mine in the past one and a half years has been quite traumatic.”

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen/3269209/release-me-singer-engelbert-humperdinck-to-perform-at-music-hall/

Legendary singer Engelbert Humperdinck will perform in Manchester and Sheffield, with tickets going on sale this week.

By Gay Bolton Sunday, 27th June 2021, 5:30 am Derbyshire Times

The star behind chart-topping hits such as Release Me and The Last Waltz will play at Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall on November 7, 2021 and at Sheffield City Hall on November 14, 2021. Tickets will be released on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, at 9am.

Engelbert is dedicating his show to his wife, Patricia, who lost her battle against Covid in February this year. The couple had been married for 56 years.

He said: “This will be a sentimental journey. What has transpired in your life and mine in the past one and a half years has been quite traumatic.”

Engelbert has generated sales in excess of more than 140 million records, including 64 gold albums, 35 platinum, four Grammy nominations, a Golden Globe, and stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, Las Vegas Walk of Fame, and Leicester Walk of Fame.

He has performed for the Queen four times, several presidents and many heads of state. He has recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to movie theme songs, disco, rock, and even gospel.

His career exploded in the 60s alongside The Stones and The Beatles, accumulating massive audiences. 

To book tickets for his Sheffield show, go to www.sheffieldtheatre.co.uk. To book tickets for the Manchester show, go to www.bridgewaterhall.co.uk

https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/whats-on/arts-and-entertainment/engelbert-humperdinck-announces-live-shows-for-sheffield-and-manchester-heres-how-to-get-tickets-3283064

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UK TOUR 2021:

October 31      Liverpool -  Philharmonic Hall

November 3    Aberdeen -  Music Hall

November 4    Dunfermline - Alhambra Theatre

November 6    Newcastle - City Hall

November 7    Manchester - Bridgewater Hall

November 9    Cambridge - Corn Exchange

November 10  Birmingham - Symphony Hall

November 11  Ipswich - Regent

November 13  Norwich - Theatre Royal

November 14  Sheffield - City Hall

November 16  Bournemouth - Pavilions Theatre

November 17  Basingstoke - Anvil Theatre

November 20  Leicester - De Montfort Hall

November 21  Aylesbury - Waterside Hall