Russell has performed around the world in front of many audiences - from Independence Day celebrations in Washington DC; the Beckham's pre-World Cup party; to more intimate performances for the President of the United States, the UK Prime Minister and the Pope; as well as duets with artists as diverse as Cliff Richard, Lulu, Lionel Ritchie, and Meatloaf.

Russell has performed around the world in front of many audiences - from Independence Day celebrations in Washington DC; the Beckham's pre-World Cup party; to more intimate performances for the President of the United States, the UK Prime Minister and the Pope; as well as duets with artists as diverse as Cliff Richard, Lulu, Lionel Ritchie, and Meatloaf.

He has broken a succession of records, being the first British male to simultaneously occupy a No.1 spot in the UK and American classical charts, as well as being the first artist to have a classical album at the No.1 spot in the UK classical charts for an entire year.

With 5 albums each album going gold, platinum, or double platinum and 4 Classic BRIT Awards under his belt, Russell is recognised world wide as the UK's biggest selling classical artist of the 21st century.

2007 has seen Russell perform a sell out 22 date UK tour and the successful release of his 5th album which debuted at No 4 in the charts. He now looks to establish his long term future internationally, and is enjoying the creative freedom his success has granted him.

His album People Get Ready, containing easy listening, rock and soul music standards, was released on 17 November 2008. He performed at the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special (2008) and at the BBC's New Year Live 2008 programme from the HMS Belfast on the Thames on New Year's Eve.