Bradley Jago's Dream Gig: Supporting Sam Smith Was Pure Magic!

Bradley Jago, a musician from Portsmouth in the south of England, recently had the chance to support the world-famous singer Sam Smith during their London and Manchester shows. Out of more than 1,500 hopefuls, Bradley was one of just ten acts selected to perform as part of Sam Smith's special concert series. Meeting Sam Smith was a dream come true for Bradley, who described the experience as 'gorgeous' and said that Sam was exactly as genuine, warm, and kind as he had imagined. 'They say don't meet your idols, but it lived up to it,' Bradley shared, clearly thrilled by the encounter.

Bradley performed at the London Coliseum, a historic and impressive venue. Although he had been nervous all week leading up to the show, he found himself feeling strangely calm when he finally stepped onto the stage. 'Everything aligned and I just honestly enjoyed it so, so much, and took it all in,' he said. For Bradley, music is more than just a job or a hobby; it's a form of therapy. He explained that writing songs helps him process his feelings and experiences, and it's something he truly needs to do.

As a member of the LGBT community, Bradley describes his music as 'queer soul for queer souls,' but he also believes that his songs are for everyone, no matter who they are. He sees queerness as an inclusive and welcoming label. Bradley is proud that his music resonates with so many people, even those who might not share his exact experiences. He has received hundreds of comments on social media from listeners who say they relate to his songs, even when he thought the stories were very specific to his own life. This feedback has shown him how important it is to share personal stories, because others might be going through similar things. Sam Smith also values the process of helping new artists and audiences connect, and Bradley feels honored to be part of this journey. He hopes his music will continue to reach and support people from all walks of life.