6 KISSTORY artists who have made a comeback this year
2023 has been the year of the comeback!
It's safe to say that there's been some incredible artists who've made a comeback in 2023!
From Ne-Yo announcing a tour with support from none other than Mario, to Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent performing at arenas across the country - we've been spoiled for choice when it comes to artists making a long overdue return.
If you love your nostalgia, then you’ll love KISSTORY All Stars, which sees some of our fave stars, from the worlds of acting, sport, music and beyond look back at the music which shaped them.
We've taken a look at six of our favourite artists that we were thrilled to see make a comeback this year.
Take a look at some of the best musical comebacks of 2023:
Ne-Yo
R&B singer Ne-Yo has had an incredible career, giving us huge hits including 'Closer', 'Miss Independent' and featuring on Pitbull's smash hit 'Give Me Everything'.
Ne-Yo released his debut single 'Stay' featuring Peedi Peedi back in 2005, but it was his second single 'So Sick', released in 2006, which was his breakthrough. Ne-Yo has won three Grammy Awards throughout his career, in addition to achieving five UK Number 1 singles.
Ne-Yo
In July 2022, he released his ninth studio album 'Self Explanatory'. In June 2023, he delighted fans when he entered the Love Island villa to deliver an epic performance for the Islanders.
There was even more great news for fans, as in November 2023, the 'Because of You' hitmaker announced a UK tour, commencing in March 2024 at the AO Arena in Manchester. The 'Champagne and Roses' tour will also see Ne-Yo visit Leeds, Cardiff, Newcastle and London, before concluding in Birmingham.
What's more, Ne-Yo will be supported by 'Let Me Love You' singer Mario at all of the UK dates.
Mario
American singer Mario achieved huge success thanks to songs including 'Let Me Love You', 'How Do I Breathe' and 'Just A Friend 2002', as well as appearing in films including Step Up and TV shows such as Empire.
After signing his first record deal at the age of just 14, Mario went on to release his self-titled debut album in 2002. Mario achieved huge success with 'Let Me Love You', which was released in 2004 and saw the singer nominated for the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance, losing out to John Legend's 'Ordinary People'.
Mario
In November 2023, it was announced that Mario will be supporting Ne-Yo on his UK tour, which is taking place in March 2024. Ne-Yo wrote Mario's huge track 'Let Me Love You'.
50 Cent
Rapper 50 Cent has sold over 30 million albums worldwide and won an array of awards, including a Grammy Award a Primetime Emmy Award.
In 2002, he released his official debut mixtape 'Guess Who's Back?', leading him to be discovered by Eminem and signed to his label Shady Records. 50 Cent's 2003 album then produced massive hits such as 'In Da Club' and '21 Questions'.
50 Cent
In 2023, the hip-hop icon embarked on his highly-anticipated 'The Final Lap Tour', adding extra UK dates due to popular demand. 50 Cent visited cities including Glasgow, Manchester and London on the tour, joined by Busta Rhymes and special guest Jeremih.
Busta Rhymes
Busta Rhymes has released 10 albums throughout his career, gifting us with tracks including 'I Know What You Want', 'Touch It' and teaming up with The Pussycat Dolls on 'Don't Cha.'
In total, Busta Rhymes has been nominated for 12 Grammy Awards throughout his career.
Busta Rhymes
In 2023, Busta Rhymes supported 50 Cent on his 'The Final Lap Tour'. In November 2023, Busta Rhymes delighted fans in Newcastle by taking over a bar in the city centre, fresh from supporting 50 Cent.
Snoop Dogg
Legendary rapper and actor Snoop Dogg has sold an incredible 35 million albums worldwide. Back in 1992, Snoop Dogg featured on Dr Dre's debut solo single 'Deep Cover.'
Snoop Dogg then went on to release his debut solo album 'Doggystyle' in 1993, with the album produced by Dr Dre and producing singles including 'What's My Name?' and 'Gin and Juice'.
Snoop Dogg
In March 2023, Snoop Dogg came to the UK on his rescheduled 'I Wanna Thank Me' tour. The name of the tour is also the name of his 17th studio album, which was released in August 2019. The rapper stopped off at Belfast, Manchester, Glasgow, London, Leeds and Birmingham on the tour.
Ice Cube
Hip hop star Ice Cube is known for his success as a solo artist as well as a member of the group N.W.A, which saw him be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016. Real name O'Shea Jackson, he has also appeared in an array of films including 21 Jump Street, 22 Jump Street and Ride Along.
Ice Cube
Ice Cube is embarking on a UK tour in December 2023, which will see him visit Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester, London and Nottingham.
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