The Real Thing supported by Richie Sampson

The Real Thing with original vocalists Chris Amoo & Dave Smith enjoyed success in both the 70’s & 80’s with 3 top 10 singles. The no 1 hit ‘You to me are everything’ ‘Can't get by without you’ & ‘Can you feel the force‘ are still featured daily on all the major UK radio stations. They also have around two million plays or more on spotify each month.

The real thing are undoubtedly still a force to be reckoned with. Formed in 1972, The Real Thing are Britain’s longest-established - and best-loved group in UK entertainment history. The Real Thing remain pioneers in soul, funk and dance music.

Richie Sampson is lead singer with The UKs no.1 award winning tribute to The Drifters 'Soul Kinda Wonderful'.

He performs original songs along with Soul & Motown covers in his set by legendary artists such as THE DRIFTERS, THE FOUR TOPS & THE TEMPTATIONS, ET AL.

He was previously a member of the world famous Drifters having performed alongside former long standing members such as Ray Lewis & Butch Leak. He was also lead vocalist at one time for 60's hit recording group The Foundations.