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Book Billy Ocean
Billy Ocean, born Leslie Sebastian Charles in 1950, is a singer and songwriter from Trinidad who grew up in London. Between 1976 and 1988 he scored a long run of hits at home and abroad, breaking through with the 1976 single "Love Really Hurts Without You." He made eleven studio albums, including Billy Ocean in 1976, City Limit in 1980, Nights (Feel Like Getting Down) in 1981, Inner Feelings in 1982, Suddenly in 1984, Love Zone in 1986, Tear Down These Walls in 1988, Time to Move On in 1993, Because I Love You in 2009 and Here You Are in 2013. His songs "Caribbean Queen" and others have become pop and R&B standards. He was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire. Ocean's concerts are smooth, polished and joyful, with silky vocals, a tight band and danceable classics.
- Genres: pop, R&B and soul
- Active since 1969
- Born in Fyzabad
- Honors: British honours (OBE/MBE)
- Labels: Jive Records, Epic Records
- Category: Musician
Estimated fee range
How much does Billy Ocean cost?
Booking Billy Ocean is estimated at $50K–$100K. That figure is for planning only. A confirmed offer depends on the date, market and event, and travel and production are typically on top.
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Career timeline
Milestones
- Released the album Billy Ocean
- Released the album City Limit
- Released the album Nights (Feel Like Getting Down)
- Released the album Inner Feelings
- Released the album Suddenly
- Won the Grammy for Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male ("Caribbean Queen (No More Love On The Run)")
- Released the album Love Zone
- Released the album Tear Down These Walls
- Released the album Time to Move On
- Released the album Because I Love You
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What is the typical fee range for Billy Ocean?
Our estimate puts Billy Ocean in the $50K–$100K range (estimate).
Who is similar to Billy Ocean but less expensive?
Comparable active acts in a lower estimated range include Lakeside, Cymande, Bar-Kays.
Who is similar to Billy Ocean but in a higher fee range?
If the budget allows, similar active acts in a higher estimated range include Aaron Neville, Chaka Khan, Lisa Stansfield.
How do I send a booking inquiry for Billy Ocean?
Use the availability form on this page with your date, city, event type and budget range. Altus Entertainment contacts Billy Ocean's representatives and replies within one business day; there is no cost to ask.
What is Billy Ocean's booking fee?
The estimated booking fee for Billy Ocean is $50K–$100K (estimate).
How much does it cost to book Billy Ocean?
Plan for an estimated $50K–$100K for the fee itself, plus travel, production and hospitality. Altus Entertainment will confirm the real number for your date.
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