James Walsh to perform in Istanbul


The founder of the world-famous band "Starsailor," singer and songwriter James Walsh will perform at the Blue Lounge of the Ritz-Carlton Istanbul. Walsh rose to fame with the success of his band Stairsailor's debut album, "Love is Here," with singles including "Four to the Floor," "Pour Misguided Fool" and "Tell Me It's Not Over." It sold more than 3 million albums. In 2009, Walsh decided to go solo and "Live at the Top of the World EP," for which he collaborated with singer Suzanne Vega, was released in 2010. Walsh also performed the soundtrack for the film "Powder" in 2010. He has since released four solo albums and Starsailor has reunited and continues touring. Walsh will give an acoustic performance before the shimmering lights of Istanbul's Bosporus on June 3 at 9:30 p.m.When: June 3Where: The Ritz-Carlton Istanbul, Bleu Lounge