2022

Diana Ross Performs at Lytham Festival

15 June 2022: American entertainer and actress Diana Ross, performs a sell out show at the Leeds Arena, just a week prior to her coming to Lytham on her a Thank You UK Tour (Credit Image: © Myles Wright/ZUMA Press Wire)

Diana Ross performed at the Lytham Festival on June 28, 2022, as part of her Thank You Tour, marking a highly anticipated return to the stage. As the headliner for the first night of the festival, Ross captivated thousands of fans with her signature charisma, powerhouse vocals, and an electrifying setlist featuring both classic hits and newer material. The Lytham Festival, an annual music event held on the picturesque banks of the Ribble Estuary, provided a stunning coastal backdrop for the legendary singer’s performance.

The Thank You Tour was named after her 2021 studio album, Thank You, which was her first original material release in over two decades. The album, a heartfelt expression of gratitude to her fans, was celebrated as a triumphant return to recording, blending contemporary sounds with the timeless elegance that has defined her career. During her performance at Lytham Festival, Ross delivered an unforgettable set filled with Motown classics, solo hits, and uplifting anthems, thrilling an audience that spanned multiple generations.

Diana Ross originally rose to fame in the 1960s as the lead singer of the Supremes, the trailblazing vocal group that became Motown Records’ most successful act. The Supremes, known for their polished harmonies and glamorous stage presence, produced a string of chart-topping hits, including Where Did Our Love Go, Baby Love, Stop! In the Name of Love and You Can’t Hurry Love. Their success helped break racial barriers in the music industry, bringing Motown’s distinctive sound to mainstream audiences across the world.

After departing the Supremes in 1970, Ross embarked on an extraordinary solo career, releasing iconic songs such as Ain’t No Mountain High Enough, I’m Coming Out, and Endless Love. Her influence extended beyond music, as she also made a significant impact in film, television, and fashion, earning accolades such as a Golden Globe Award, a Tony Award, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Her legacy as a cultural icon remains unparalleled, and her performance at Lytham Festival was yet another testament to her enduring appeal and timeless artistry.

By headlining the Lytham Festival in 2022, Ross continued to cement her status as one of the greatest entertainers of all time, delivering a performance that celebrated her decades-long career while embracing the present with gratitude and grace.

15 June 2022: American entertainer and actress Diana Ross, performs a sell out show at the Leeds Arena, just a week prior to her coming to Lytham on her a Thank You UK Tour. (Credit Image: © Myles Wright/ZUMA Press Wire)

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15 June 2022: American entertainer and actress Diana Ross, performs a sell out show at the Leeds Arena, just a week prior to her coming to Lytham on her a Thank You UK Tour (Credit Image: © Myles Wright/ZUMA Press Wire)

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