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Football Legend Eric Cantona Announces Debut Live Album ‘Cantona Sings Éric – First Tour Ever’
Former football star Eric Cantona has unveiled his first-ever live album titled ‘Cantona Sings Éric – First Tour Ever,’ set to hit shelves on March 29.
The album, a collection of 17 tracks, captures the essence of his inaugural tour in 2023, featuring performances from various shows. Among these tracks is ‘I Love You So Much,’ Cantona’s sentimental ode to the fans of Manchester United. Fans can already pre-order the album.
The lead single from the album, ‘The Friends We Lost,’ was recorded live at the Alhambra in Geneva back in March 2023. The track gives a taste of Cantona’s musical journey.
Cantona’s decision to venture into music comes after years of having music as a constant companion in his life. The football icon took to music more seriously during lockdown, honing his guitar skills and shaping his original songs.
Kicking off his album launch, Cantona is set to embark on a mini-tour starting at Dublin‘s Liberty Hall on April 10 and concluding the performances at Manchester‘s Palace Theatre on April 20. Limited tickets for the tour dates are still up for grabs.
Retired from Manchester United, Cantona surprised fans with his musical prowess in his debut EP, followed by singles including ‘Flowers of Manchester’ and ‘The Spit of Old Trafford.’ The EP comprises four distinct tracks that unveil Cantona’s deeper artistic side.
In a statement about his musical debut, Cantona noted, ‘J’écris pour exister car il n’existe que moi pour écrire ainsi…’ highlighting the personal and expressive nature of his songs.
Reflecting on his musical journey, Cantona shared, ‘Music has always been a part of my life. Why start today, so many years later? Simply because I had lacked the time before.’ He credited the lockdown period for providing him with the time and space to immerse himself in music.
Recently, Cantona has been making waves not just in football but also in the music scene, hinting at a multi-faceted talent that continues to evolve.
