Mick Hucknall

Mick Hucknall

Born: June 8, 1960
in Manchester, England, UK
Michael James Hucknall (born 8 June 1960) is an English singer and songwriter. Hucknall achieved international fame in the 1980s as the lead singer and songwriter of the soul-influenced pop band Simply Red, with whom he enjoyed a 25-year career and sold over 50 million albums. Hucknall was described by Australian music magazine Rhythms as "one of the truly great blue-eyed soul singers", while Q credited him with "the most prodigious voice this side of Motown".

Hucknall, born at Saint Mary's Hospital, Manchester, on 8 June 1960, was an only child. His mother abandoned the family when he was three; the upheaval caused by this event inspired him to write "Holding Back the Years", which would become one of Simply Red's biggest and best-known hits. He was brought up in Denton by his father, Reginald (1935–2009), a barber in Stockport. According to Hucknall he had a happy childhood until the age of 10, when he began to clash with his father "because there was no woman to act as referee". He attended Audenshaw School, before continuing his education at Tameside College and Manchester Polytechnic's School of Art, where he was a fine art student: whilst at art school he lived in Hulme. It would not be until the mid-1990s that he would reconnect with his mother, Maureen, who was by then living in the US city of Dallas. As of a 2008 interview, he had only seen her twice since she left. He is of Irish ancestry from his mother, whose father was from County Offaly, along with his paternal grandmother. His maternal grandmother was Jewish.

Hucknall was among the people present at the Lesser Free Trade Hall in Manchester in June 1976 where the Sex Pistols were playing. His interest in the music scene led to the launch of his career in the late 1970s, when he was part of the band Frantic Elevators. The Frantic Elevators released four singles, including a version of "Holding Back the Years", which he later recorded with Simply Red.

As lead singer and core member of Simply Red, he became the identifiable face of the band. His face and long curly red hair were featured prominently on album artwork and in videos.

In 1997, Hucknall won an Outstanding Achievement award from the Music of Black Origin Awards (MOBO Awards) despite being white.

Hucknall is also one of the founders and financial backers of the reggae label Blood and Fire. He also manages the record label simplyred.com.

In October 2007, on David Jensen's show on the Gold network, he announced Simply Red would split in 2009. In 2008, he released his first solo album Tribute to Bobby, a tribute to the blues musician Bobby "Blue" Bland.

In October 2009, Hucknall appeared at a charity performance as vocalist for a re-formed version of Faces, replacing Rod Stewart. In October 2011, he was awarded with a BASCA Gold Badge award in recognition of his contribution to music.

In October 2012, he released American Soul, a collection of his favourite music re-recorded with his vocals. ...

Source: Article "Mick Hucknall" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA 3.0.

Movies for Mick Hucknall...

Simply Red: Radio 2 in the Park
Title: Simply Red: Radio 2 in the Park
Released: September 17, 2023
Type: Movie
Silky vocals meet bouncy grooves on Mick Hucknall's classic hits.
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Simply Red - Live At The O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire
Title: Simply Red - Live At The O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire
Released: June 5, 2023
Type: Movie
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Simply Red: Live at Old Trafford - Theatre of Dream
Title: Simply Red: Live at Old Trafford - Theatre of Dream
Released: December 31, 2021
Type: Movie
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Simply Red - Symphonica In Rosso - Live At Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam
Title: Simply Red - Symphonica In Rosso - Live At Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam
Character: hisself
Released: November 12, 2018
Type: Movie
Simply Red headlined the annual Symphonica in Rosso music event in Holland on 25, 26, 27 October 2017. Mick Hucknall brought some of his best-loved songs to be accompanied by a 40-piece symphony orchestra. The spectacular red setting and famously good sound & lighting that the show employs promised to make this a truly memorable show. Without doubt Mick Hucknall is one of the country’s most gifted singers with a voice like no other. His band Simply Red have had an incredible career so far with 5 UK number one albums, and selling over 60 million albums. ‘Symphonica In Rosso’ is an annual event in Holland where a prestigious artist is invited to perform over three nights with a full orchestra, with Simply Red’s 2017 series marking its 10th anniversary. Previous artists to play ‘Symphonica In Rosso’ include Diana Ross, Sting, and Lionel Ritchie.
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Simply Red: Montreux Jazz Festival 2016
Title: Simply Red: Montreux Jazz Festival 2016
Released: July 8, 2016
Type: Movie
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Title: Car S.O.S.
Released: February 7, 2013
Type: TV
Meet car enthusiast and TV presenter Tim Shaw and master mechanic Fuzz Townshend as they join forces to rescue rusty classic vehicles from their garage prisons
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Simply Red: Live at Montreux 2010
Title: Simply Red: Live at Montreux 2010
Character: Himself
Released: May 22, 2012
Type: Movie
This was recorded in 2010 in Montreux, and the concert can be found on the same DVD as "Simply Red : Live at Montreux 2003", which was released in 2012.
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Simply Red: Live at Montreux 2003
Title: Simply Red: Live at Montreux 2003
Character: himself
Released: May 22, 2012
Type: Movie
Simply Red are one of the most successful British acts of all time with global album sales in excess of 50 million. Both the band and Mick Hucknall as a solo artist have been frequent visitors to Montreux across their 25 year career. This concert, filmed on July 15th 2003, was part of the tour in support of their multi-platinum album Home. It features several tracks from that album, including many of their biggest hits and best loved album tracks. It s a typically polished and sparkling Simply Red performance with Mick Hucknall in excellent voice and the band in fine form
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B.B. King - Live at the Royal Albert Hall 2011
Title: B.B. King - Live at the Royal Albert Hall 2011
Character: Self
Released: March 20, 2012
Type: Movie
On June 28, 2011, the "King of the Blues" B.B. King played to an adoring sold-out crowd at London's spectacular Royal Albert Hall. It was another unforgettable night in the career of one of the most legendary bluesmen to ever pick up a guitar. Joining the illustrious Mr. King onstage were guitar virtuoso Derek Trucks, "songbird extraordinaire" Susan Tedeschi, The Rolling Stones' Ronnie Wood, Simply Red's Mick Hucknall and former Guns N' Roses axeman Slash.
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Simple Red: Viva Chile
Title: Simple Red: Viva Chile
Character: Lead Vocals
Released: March 5, 2012
Type: Movie
Recorded live at the Vinã Del Mar festival in Chile 2009.
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Classic Albums: Simply Red - Stars
Title: Classic Albums: Simply Red - Stars
Released: July 5, 2011
Type: Movie
British band Simply Red paved their way onto the charts with three well-received albums, but it was their fourth that really set the band apart from other soul-influenced acts. With 1991's STARS, the group explored new avenues, adding hip-hop inspired elements to their already established soul grooves. This approach proved to be popular with fans, and STARS sold more copies than any of their previous efforts, staying on the top of the UK charts for a total of 19 weeks. As part of the CLASSIC ALBUMS series, this documentary features song and video clips from STARS, accompanied by revealing interviewsThe band discuss at length how they approached writing music for this groundbreaking album, with various managers and producers of the band offering insight into its recording and production process.
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Simply Red: Farewell
Title: Simply Red: Farewell
Character: Vocal
Released: May 24, 2011
Type: Movie
Recorded at Sydney's Opera House in October 2010 during Simply Red's farewell tour of 2009-2010, the aptly named Farewell captures Mick Hucknall in fine nostalgic form. There are no surprises, either in song selection or in his band's impeccably smooth approach, but comfort is the point of the whole affair: it's one last chance for fans to hear those songs again. For anybody who isn’t a fan -- or got off board somewhere around the time when Stars turned Simply Red into sensations everywhere but the U.S. -- this will hardly be cause for re-evaluation, but Farewell does celebrate everything that made Mick Hucknall into an international superstar.
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Quincy Jones : 75th Birthday Celebration Live at Montreux
Title: Quincy Jones : 75th Birthday Celebration Live at Montreux
Character: Self
Released: July 14, 2008
Type: Movie
When an artist of the stature of Quincy Jones celebrates his 75th birthday you can be sure it's going to be quite a party. The main concert lasted over two and a half hours and the musicians then spilled out into the bars and cafes of Montreux with the music still going strong as the sun was coming up the next morning! Backing on all tracks provided by the Montreux In The Big Band conducted by Pepe Lienhard. Incredible line-up of artists including: Patti Austin, Petula Clark, Billy Cobham, Herbie Hancock, Mick Hucknall, Al Jarreau, Chaka Khan, Angelique Kidjo, Beverley Knight, James Moody, Nana Mouskouri, Naturally 7, Paolo Nutini, Freda Payne, Lee Ritenour, Curtis Stigers and many more. Performing songs and music associated with Quincy Jones throughout his long career.
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Family Guy Presents: Blue Harvest
Title: Family Guy Presents: Blue Harvest
Character: Himself (voice)
Released: January 21, 2008
Type: Movie
With the Griffins stuck at home during a blackout, Peter tells the story of "Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope".
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Simply Red: Stay - Live at the Royal Albert Hall
Title: Simply Red: Stay - Live at the Royal Albert Hall
Character: Himself
Released: October 14, 2007
Type: Movie
In May 2007, the Royal Albert Hall in London - one of the most famous performing arts venues in the world - became home to Simply Red for six nights. These sold-out dates served to showcase their new album 'Stay' alongside well loved classics from their incredible back catalogue of hits. 'Stay - Live at the Royal Albert Hall' captures the excitement of an evening with Simply Red at one of the world's premier venues but also offers an intimate glimpse of the life backstage from one of Britain's most successful bands ever.
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Title: The Alan Titchmarsh Show
Character: Self
Released: September 3, 2007
Type: TV
The Alan Titchmarsh Show is a British daytime chat show presented by Alan Titchmarsh. It was first broadcast on ITV on 3 September 2007 and currently airs on weekday afternoons. The show's main focus is the "Best of British" theme with many of the shows' segments focusing on fashion, health, nature, cookery and animals.
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Title: Legends
Character: Self
Released: November 17, 2006
Type: TV
The story of the big names that have shaped the musical genres, plus an occasional stopgap for the new rock 'n' roll - comedy.
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Title: The One Show
Character: Self - Guest
Released: August 14, 2006
Type: TV
A topical magazine-style daily television programme broadcast live on BBC One and BBC One HD. The programme is currently hosted by Alex Jones and Matt Baker from Monday-Thursday, with Chris Evans appearing instead of Baker on Fridays and relief presenters appearing when required.
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Simply Red - Cuba!
Title: Simply Red - Cuba!
Released: January 3, 2006
Type: Movie
Filmed during the band's live performance in Cuba in August 2005. Track list includes 'Song For You', 'Your Mirror', 'Stars', 'For Your Babies' and many more. 19 tracks in total.
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De-Lovely
Title: De-Lovely
Character: Mick Hucknall
Released: July 2, 2004
Type: Movie
From Paris to Venice to Broadway to Hollywood, the lives of Cole Porter and his wife, Linda Lee Thomas were never less than glamorous and wildly unconventional. And though Cole's thirst for life strained their marriage, Linda never stopped being his muse, inspiring some of the greatest songs of the twentieth century.
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Title: Celebrity Mastermind
Character: Himself
Released: December 26, 2003
Type: TV
Celebrity Mastermind is a British television quiz show broadcast by BBC television. The show is a spin-off of the long-running quiz show Mastermind, with the exception that all the contestants are celebrities. As with the main show, John Humphrys is the host and question-master. Magnus Magnusson was quizmaster on the 2003/04 episodes featuring Jonathan Meades as winner.
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Simply Red: Home Live in Sicily
Title: Simply Red: Home Live in Sicily
Released: November 17, 2003
Type: Movie
Someday in My Life Ocean Home Positively 4th Street Lost Weekend Home Loan Blues A New Flame Night Nurse Something For You You Make Me Feel Brand New Stars Money in My Pocket Fake Thrill Me The Right Thing Something Got Me Started Holding Back the Years Money's Too Tight to Mention Fairground Sunrise Special Features Documentary Bonus Tracks: Live in Montreux: The Right Thing Live in Croatia: You Make Me Feel Brand New Mick Cam
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Title: Celebridade
Character: Self
Released: October 13, 2003
Type: TV
A successful businesswoman in the music industry sees her life fall apart after a young and mysterious woman starts work as her secretary. The scheming girl is totally obsessed by the famous businesswoman and she tries to steal everything from her, including her career.
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Title: The Sharon Osbourne Show
Character: Himself
Released: September 15, 2003
Type: TV
The Sharon Osbourne Show refers to either of two TV chat shows hosted by Sharon Osbourne – the original US version, or the more recent UK version. These are described separately below.
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Tom Jones : An Audience with Tom Jones
Title: Tom Jones : An Audience with Tom Jones
Released: September 25, 1999
Type: Movie
Singing superstar Tom Jones performs his classic hits and brand new songs in front of a celebrity audience in celebration of his extraordinary career. He is joined in duets by some special guests, including Mick Hucknall, Cerys Matthews and Space.
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Title: TV Total
Character: Self
Released: March 8, 1999
Type: TV
TV total is a German late-night television comedy talk show. The set of TV total includes a floating interview stage that can be moved from one studio corner to the other. The show featured buttons with sounds and clips before Craig Ferguson's The Late Late Show.
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Title: Family Guy
Character: Mick Hucknall (voice)
Released: January 31, 1999
Type: TV
Sick, twisted, politically incorrect and Freakin' Sweet animated series featuring the adventures of the dysfunctional Griffin family. Bumbling Peter and long-suffering Lois have three kids. Stewie (a brilliant but sadistic baby bent on killing his mother and taking over the world), Meg (the oldest, and is the most unpopular girl in town) and Chris (the middle kid, he's not very bright but has a passion for movies). The final member of the family is Brian - a talking dog and much more than a pet, he keeps Stewie in check whilst sipping Martinis and sorting through his own life issues.
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An Audience with Simply Red
Title: An Audience with Simply Red
Released: December 12, 1998
Type: Movie
The successful, popular British soul and pop band perform their hits for a celebrity audience.
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Title: Die Lotto-Show
Character: Self
Released: August 29, 1998
Type: TV
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An Audience with Rod Stewart
Title: An Audience with Rod Stewart
Released: May 30, 1998
Type: Movie
The rock legend performs several of his classic hits and is also joined on stage by Emma Bunton, Mick Hucknall and the Corrs.
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Title: Leute heute
Character: Self
Released: July 23, 1997
Type: TV
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Title: Classic Albums
Character: Self
Released: April 14, 1997
Type: TV
A documentary series about pop and rock albums that are considered the best or most distinctive of a well-known band or musician or that exemplify a stage in the history of music.
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The Tony Ferrino Phenomenon
Title: The Tony Ferrino Phenomenon
Character: Himself
Released: January 1, 1997
Type: Movie
Tony Ferrino performs in a programme dedicated to his brilliant career as the Eurovision star from Portugal performs music and dance numbers with special guests.
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Title: TFI Friday
Character: Self [Simply Red]
Released: February 9, 1996
Type: TV
TFI Friday was an entertainment show broadcast on Channel 4 in the United Kingdom from 1996 to 2000. The show was produced by Ginger Productions, written by Danny Baker and hosted by Chris Evans, for the first 5 series. The final series was hosted by a number of guest presenters. It was broadcast on Fridays at 6pm from 9 February 1996 to 22 December 2000, with a repeat later that night. The title officially stood for "Thank Four It's Friday", but was widely understood to mean "Thank Fuck It's Friday" and was a reference to the popular phrase "Thank God it's Friday". The show's theme tune was Ron Grainer's theme from Man in a Suitcase, in keeping with Evans's frequent use of 1960s television themes in his work.
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Title: GMTV
Character: Self
Released: January 1, 1993
Type: TV
GMTV is the name of the national Channel 3 breakfast television contractor/licensee, broadcasting in the United Kingdom from 1 January 1993 to 3 September 2010. It became a wholly owned subsidiary of ITV plc in November 2009. Shortly after, ITV plc announced the programme would end. The final edition of GMTV was broadcast on 3 September 2010.
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Title: MTV Video Music Awards
Character: Self
Released: September 14, 1984
Type: TV
An annual award ceremony presented by MTV to honor the best in the music video medium.
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Title: Champs-Elysées
Character: Self - Symply Red
Released: January 16, 1982
Type: TV
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Title: Wetten, dass..?
Character: Self
Released: February 14, 1981
Type: TV
A long-running German-language entertainment television show based on the format of the British show You Bet! and the American show Wanna Bet?.
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Title: Question Time
Character: Himself - Panellist
Released: September 25, 1979
Type: TV
This topical debate series based on Any Questions? typically features politicians from at least the three major political parties as well as other public figures who answer pre-selected questions put to them by a carefully selected audience.
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Title: An Audience with...
Character: Self
Released: January 8, 1978
Type: TV
An Audience with... is a British entertainment television show produced by London Weekend Television, in which a host, usually a singer or comedian, performs for an invited audience of celebrity guests, interspersed with questions from the audience, in a light hearted revue/tribute style.
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Title: Goldene Kamera Verleihung
Character: Self
Released: January 25, 1966
Type: TV
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SIMPLY RED: For The Last Time
Title: SIMPLY RED: For The Last Time
Character: Voz
Released: December 31, 1969
Type: Movie