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The Overtones bring ultimate Christmas Party Tour to Frome

October 8, 2025
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The Overtones bring ultimate Christmas Party Tour to Frome

Frome will be filled with festive sparkle this December as the UK’s No.1 multi-platinum vocal group, The Overtones, bring their 15th Anniversary Christmas Party Tour to the Memorial Theatre on Thursday 5th December.

Celebrating 15 years together, the chart-topping four-piece – Mark Franks, Darren Everest, Jay James and Mike Crawshaw – promise an unforgettable evening of flawless harmonies, seasonal classics and all-time favourites from the worlds of soul, Motown, doo-wop, disco and pop.

Renowned for their smooth vocals, slick style and infectious energy, The Overtones have performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including the Royal Albert Hall, The London Palladium, Buckingham Palace for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, and even at the FIFA World Cup. Their annual Christmas tours have become a much-loved tradition, drawing crowds of more than 20,000 fans across the UK each year.

The group said, “Celebrating 15 years together means the world to us. We’ve shared so many incredible memories with our fans over the years and this tour is our way of saying thank you – by throwing the biggest, most joyful Christmas party yet!”

With six Top 10 albums, 13 sold-out UK tours, and their latest record 10 hitting No.1 on the Official UK Independent Album Chart, The Overtones remain one of Britain’s best-loved vocal harmony groups. Their standout cover of Celebration was chosen as the official soundtrack to the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Parade and featured in a global Qatar Airways World Cup campaign.

“From flawless harmonies to festive favourites, audiences can expect a show full of Christmas magic, musical surprises, and that signature Overtones sparkle,” added the group. “So, gather your friends, dress to impress, and get ready to sing, dance and soak up the festive fun! This is the Christmas party you’ve been waiting for – and it’s one you won’t forget! Let the party begin!”

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