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Scottish alternative rockers responsible for hits such as ‘I Don’t Want A Lover’ and ‘Say What You Want’

Sharlene Spiteri was working as a hairdresser in Glasgow when she decided to switch lanes. Linking up with bassist Johnny McElhone and guitarist Ally McErlaine, they formed Texas. Over the next three years, the band would collect further members Tony McGovern, Eddie Campbell, Michael Bannister and Neil Payne and release a debut EP, Everyday Now. But it was their debut album, arriving in 1989, that would make a success of the band. With lead single ‘I Don’t Want A Lover’ peaking at No.8 on the UK Singles Chart and Southside reaching No.3 on the UK Albums Chart, Texas were already experiencing the kind of commercial success it takes some groups a decade to achieve.

The next few years were busy ones for Texas. Their sophomore album, Mothers Heaven, arrived in 1991, with Ricks Road following in 1993. In-between the two records, in 1992 the group released a cover of the Al Green track ‘Tired Of Being Alone’, which was a Top 20 hit.

Shortly after an endorsement from presenter Chris Evans on TFI Friday in 1997, Texas returned with single ‘Say What You Want’, which was an international chart success. Just a month later in February, they released their fourth studio album, White On Blonde. The record debuted at No.1 on the UK Albums Chart and all five of its singles were Top Ten hits. The group also rereleased their lead single as ‘Say What You Want (All Day, Every Day)’, featuring Wu-Tang Clan.

In 1999 the band released the lead single for their fifth studio album. ‘In Our Lifetime’ went on to be featured in on the Notting Hill soundtrack. The Hush followed in May of that year. Just a year later, Texas released their first compilation album. The Greatest Hits not only featured tracks from throughout their decade-long career, but also included three new songs. One of these, ‘In Demand’, featured Alan Rickman in its music video. The Greatest Hits became the band’s third consecutive album to debut at No.1.

Careful What You Wish For, the band’s sixth album, arrived in 2003, with Red Book following in 2005. ‘Sleep’, the third single from Red Book, featured vocals from Paul Buchanan of the Blue Nile and a music video starring Peter Kay. Following the release of Red Book, Texas went on hiatus, although they did release a collection of radio sessions in 2007. Entitled The BBC Sessions, the album featured liner notes on the performances and interviews with Spiteri.

After McErlaine survived a massive brain aneurysm in 2009, the group agreed to get back in the studio at his request. They returned for a tour in 2011, before officially announcing a new record deal in 2013. The Conversation arrived in May of that year, with the band also announcing another UK tour.

In 2015, to celebrate 25 years of Texas, the group re-recorded some of their biggest hits for a compilation album. Texas 25 featured eight completely reworked Texas tracks along with four new songs. The album’s lead single, ‘Start A Family’, once again featured Alan Rickman in its music video. The group also embarked on the more intimate An Evening With Texas tour, which featured stories about the band alongside their hits.

The group’s ninth studio album, Jump On Board, arrived in 2017 and saw critical and commercial success. Hi, their tenth record, followed in 2021. Two years later, the group released their most comprehensive compilation album to date, The Very Best of 1989-2023. They also played Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage that same year. In September 2023, the band announced a UK tour for 2024.

Setlists

    1. -I Knew These People (From the film Paris, Texas.)
    2. 1.I Don't Want a Lover
    3. 2.Halo
    4. 3.Everyday Now (Followed by Sharleen crowned "kick the pick" champion by John Bishop)
    5. 4.Hi
    6. 5.In Our Lifetime
    7. 6.Thrill Has Gone
    8. 7.Tired of Being Alone (Al Green cover)
    9. 8.Keep on Talking (James Barnett cover)
    10. 9.Summer Son
    11. 10.Insane
    12. 11.Let's Work It Out
    13. 12.When We Are Together
    14. 13.Put Your Arms Around Me (Acoustic solo - Sharleen)
    15. 14.Sleep (Acoustic duet - Sharleen and Tony)
    16. 15.In Demand (Acoustic - Sharleen, Tony and Cat)
    17. 16.Mr Haze
    18. 17.Black Eyed Boy
    19. 18.Say What You Want

  2. Encore

    1. 19.Inner Smile (followed by announcement of Texas performing in Edinburgh for Hogmanay)
    2. 20.Suspicious Minds (Mark James cover)
    3. -Mr Haze - GBX & Paul Keenan Remix
    1. 1.I Don't Want a Lover
    2. 2.Halo
    3. 3.Everyday Now
    4. 4.Hi
    5. 5.In Our Lifetime
    6. 6.Tired of Being Alone (Al Green cover)
    7. 7.Keep on Talking
    8. 8.Summer Son
    9. 9.Insane
    10. 10.Let's Work It Out
    11. 11.When We Are Together
    12. 12.Put Your Arms Around Me (acoustic)
    13. 13.Sleep (acoustic)
    14. 14.In Demand (acoustic)
    15. 15.Mr Haze
    16. 16.Black Eyed Boy
    17. 17.Say What You Want

  2. Encore

    1. 18.Inner Smile
    2. 19.Suspicious Minds (Mark James cover)
    1. 1.I Don't Want a Lover
    2. 2.Halo
    3. 3.Everyday Now
    4. 4.The Conversation
    5. 5.Hi
    6. 6.In Our Lifetime
    7. 7.Tired of Being Alone (Al Green cover)
    8. 8.Keep on Talking
    9. 9.Summer Son
    10. 10.Insane
    11. 11.Let's Work It Out
    12. 12.When We Are Together
    13. 13.Put Your Arms Around Me (acoustic)
    14. 14.Sleep (acoustic)
    15. 15.In Demand (acoustic)
    16. 16.Mr Haze
    17. 17.Black Eyed Boy
    18. 18.Say What You Want

  2. Encore

    1. 19.Inner Smile
    2. 20.Suspicious Minds (Mark James cover)
    1. 1.I Don't Want a Lover
    2. 2.Halo
    3. 3.Everyday Now
    4. 4.The Conversation
    5. 5.Hi
    6. 6.In Our Lifetime
    7. 7.Tired of Being Alone (Al Green cover)
    8. 8.Keep on Talking
    9. 9.Summer Son
    10. 10.Insane
    11. 11.Let's Work It Out
    12. 12.When We Are Together
    13. 13.Put Your Arms Around Me (acoustic)
    14. 14.Sleep (acoustic)
    15. 15.In Demand (acoustic)
    16. 16.Mr Haze
    17. 17.Black Eyed Boy
    18. 18.Say What You Want

  2. Encore

    1. 19.Inner Smile
    2. 20.Suspicious Minds (Mark James cover)
    1. 1.I Don't Want a Lover
    2. 2.Halo
    3. 3.In Our Lifetime
    4. 4.Keep on Talking
    5. 5.Summer Son
    6. 6.Let's Work It Out
    7. 7.When We Are Together
    8. 8.In Demand
    9. 9.The Conversation
    10. 10.Mr Haze
    11. 11.Black Eyed Boy
    12. 12.Say What You Want
    13. 13.Inner Smile

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Reviews

Rating: 5 out of 5 based on 128 reviews
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  • Texas Leeds arena

    by Jacky on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Very well organised arena and Texas were amazing with the audience joining in every song. Really enjoyed the concert,

  • Star quality

    by Noonoo on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    If you have never seen Texas perform it has to go on your bucket list. Leeds First Direct Arena last night brought the house down. What a fabulous performance from the band. This is our third time watching Texas live, we didn't think at each show could be beaten. Well it can!!! Utterly brilliant the band & Sharleen have perfected their craft above & beyond. Look forward to the next time xxx

  • Amazing night with Texas

    by Trish on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Fantastic show , full of energy and fun. Charlene is an amazing vocalist. Great night

  • Texa

    by Love music 64 on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Went to see Texas at first direct Arena 6/09/24. Absolutely brilliant show. One of the best gigs I have been to. The venue itself is great. Not massive and easy to navigate. After 35 years Charlene has still got what it takes and is an all round grate performer. With a great sense of humour. She enjoyed a bit of banter with the audience which is lovely to experience. Would definitely recommend her show. Also K T Tunstall was excellent. Another very talented musician. Keep up the good work girls.

  • Smashing it!!

    by Baristasontour on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Absolutely smashed this performance, honestly one of the best concerts i have been to and supporting act was totally awesome too!!

  • TEXAS CONCERT

    by topfish on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    very electrifying concert great from start to finish one of the best

  • Amazing night

    by Stellie on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Fantastic performances from KT Tunstall and Texas , added bonus wit KT Razorlight member duetting . Sharleen is a legend , one of the best gigs ever . Great venue for all aspects, acoustics, seating plan

  • A great show from start to finish

    by Cammy on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    The show was brilliant and it was great to hear them play so many of their great hits from the last 35 years. Sharleen has such a great voice.

  • Texas- fabulous as ever!

    by Di on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Texas were amazing last night, they never disappoint! Love love love Sharlene, her voice is pure gold, great chat too!

  • Absolutely fantastic 👌

    by Sarah Shaw. on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    From the very beginning to the very end Charlene was a total class act 💯 She worked the audience true show women style and involved everyone there with her down to earth manner. Her voice was spectacular, especially because she was live. The set, her band, the crew, the outfits were all bang on. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it and would most definitely go see her again. One of the best gigs I've ever seen. She's an absolute diva 😍 I was blown

  • In Demand

    by SVindo on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Absolutely cracking night, the band were amazing and pitch perfect. Support act was fantastic too.

  • Excellent

    by Gibbo on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Hi Both Acts were Excellent, really enjoyed the Concert and the evening in Leeds in general Thanks

  • Absolutely outstanding

    by Emzipricey on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Bought the Texas tickets as a 40th birthday gift to myself. Sharleen and the band are out of this world with incredible music and banter. A must see!!!

  • Fantastic!

    by ChrissieG on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Sharleen and co never fail to give the audience a fantastic gig. Crowd up and dancing from the offset! A good venue too.

  • Excellent

    by Konnosbay on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    KT Tunstall was very good. Very engaging, capable artist. Texas were something else. Brilliant band, unbelievable vocals and totally got the audience.

  • Brilliant

    by RC on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    Great venue ,great seats worth the VIP ticket price and Texas were on fire . Amazing songs and Sharleen is a brilliant singer and frontman. Loads of interaction with the audience.

  • The best night

    by Lindsay on 07/09/2024First Direct Arena - LeedsRating: 5 out of 5

    From start to finish this night was the best. Just blown away by the atmosphere and the quality!

  • A night of absolute pleasure!!

    by Karen n Michelle on 07/09/2024Rating: 5 out of 5

    What a show !! 35 years of excellent music packed into a two hour show! Warmed up by the brilliant KT Tunstall and then the fabulous Texas. What an amazing front woman, had us singing , dancing and laughing all night! Fantastic supporting band giving it some all night! But Sharleen running up and down the stage on the speaker thrusting and dancing !! Her voice - can't find enough beautiful words !! You make us feel - yeah yeah yeah!! Could do it all over again ! Keep touring !