About Van Morrison

Many major artists cite Morrison as an influence, including U2, Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, Rod Stewart, Patti Smith, Elvis Costello, Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Buckley and many others. The "sha-la-la in Counting Crows hit Mr. Jones is said to be a tribute to Morrisons Brown-Eyed Girl.

Morrison was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1993. In 2000, he was listed number 25 on VH1's 100 greatest artists of rock and roll. Morrison will take a break from his current European schedule to play several upcoming shows in the US as the legendary singer continues to support his most recent release.