Acantha Lang

We are so excited to bring the incredibly talented Acantha and her 7 piece band to Southport - you're going to love her!

New Orleans-born, London-based soul singer-songwriter Acantha Lang is one of the most compelling voices in contemporary soul and funk, drawing comparisons to legends such as Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, and Mavis Staples. Blending the raw backbone of Southern soul with groove-driven funk, her powerful, commanding voice has established her as a standout artist on the international soul scene.

Her acclaimed debut album Beautiful Dreams reached #3 on the Official UK Jazz & Blues Albums Chart and earned widespread critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic, including 5-star reviews from Echoes and Soul Bag. SoulTracks named it Album of the Month and hailed Lang as “one of the most exciting soul singers in the world,” while BBC Radio 6 Music’s Craig Charles calls her “brilliant… destined for world domination.”

Acantha has captivated audiences worldwide, from her U.S. television debut on CBS Saturday Morning and a standout performance at SXSW to headline shows across Europe. She has also shared the stage with soul royalty, appearing as a special guest with the Memphis Soul Revue at London’s Barbican alongside Carla Thomas, Grammy-winning producer Boo Mitchell, and members of Al Green’s legendary band.

A Grammy-nominated songwriter for Robert Randolph & The Family Band, Lang has amassed millions of streams and been featured on major Spotify playlists including All Funked Up, Best Retro Songs, and Best Funk Songs.

Following the success of Beautiful Dreams, Acantha returns with new music from her highly anticipated second album, continuing to build her reputation as one of modern soul’s most exciting and authentic voices.. Backed by her electrifying 7-piece band, Acantha delivers an unforgettable live experience packed with powerhouse vocals, deep soul, irresistible funk, and the kind of energy that has captivated audiences around the world.

“The fire of Chaka Khan, the blues of Etta James, or the warmth of Gladys Knight, she has it all.” OOR Magazine (Netherlands)

"She’s brilliant...destined for world domination" (BBC 6Music)

"Her voice excels [&] harkens to the great Aretha Franklin" (American Songwriter)

“I love your voice!" (Jools Holland)

“If there is any justice, she is destined to be big, very big - 10/10” - Blues & Rhythm Magazine