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Joe Cocker is one of rock and roll's enduring performers. His gutsy, gravely, vocal style and unique dynamic stage presence has endeared him to music fans around the world. From his working class roots in Sheffield, he made his way into the music business, hooking up with Chris Stainton with whom he recorded "Marjorine". Shortly thereafter they hit the big time when they recorded The Beatles', "With A Little Help From My Friends" featuring guest performers Jimmy Page & Steve Winwood. The title track is arguably Cocker's best it became a major highlight of the Woodstock Festival in 1969. The hits followed as did the mental and physical payback for Cocker's relentless touring schedule and rock 'n roll lifestyle, his episodes of public drunkenness became as well known as his talent. Having survived in the 70's, Cocker's career and popularity was once again on the upswing, releasing several hit albums including "A Luxury you can afford", "Sheffield Steel"". Perhaps this is Cocker at his very best - well rounded, covering everything from get-down rock and roll to soul searing gospel ballads, "Civilised Man", "Cocker Live" "Unchain My Heart", "One Night Of Sin" and "Have A Little Faith" that earned him four consecutive Grammy nominations for best male rock vocal performance. Joe Cocker's ability to take a song, rework it from his soul and make it entirely his own, is a talent that few performers have - the opportunity to see him perform live is one not to be missed.