Jaki Graham is an outstanding entertainer and powerhouse superstar! Her unique style, positive energy, and exuberant performances make her one of the greatest soul artists to emerge from the UK.
Jaki was signed to EMI in 1983. ‘Heaven Knows’ became the title track of her debut album ‘Could it Be I’m Falling In Love?’ and remains a timeless 80’s classic. Her second hit was ‘Mated’, a duet that reached No. 5 in the UK charts in March ’85. ‘Round and Around’ was Jaki’s first successful solo hit and reached No.9 in June ’85. ‘Set Me Free’ became a timeless dance anthem when it shot to No. 7 in the charts in May 1986. ‘Breaking Away’ and ‘Step Right Up’ followed, both hitting the UK’s Top 20 Charts.
Jaki has achieved a Guinness World Record for being the first black British female solo artist to have 6 consecutive Top 10/20 hits.
She stormed the US with ‘Ain’t Nobody’ which reached No.1 in the Billboard dance charts for 5 weeks! Jaki worked with Boy George who summed her up, saying ‘You’ll never meet a harder working artiste than Jaki Graham’!
Jaki received an Honorary Doctorate in Music from the University of Wolverhampton in recognition of her Outstanding International Contribution to R&B, Soul and Dance. With Demon Music Group releasing Jaki’s 30th Anniversary Anthology package in July 2015. Along with her ongoing worldwide performances, she’s only set to get busier!
Throughout her spectacular career, Jaki’s hits have remained fresh. With 7 albums under her belt, she shows no signs of stopping! Timeless classics, an energetic and inspirational performer, and a truly unforgettable artiste – Jaki Graham delivers!
