Jason Manford sings "Stars" at Alfie Boe Concert Preston Guild Hall 03/02/12

[@2muchchemistry]

I was at University with Jason (Media & Performance degree) and he sang in musicals at the Theatre Society that he was also the Director of. People think of him only as a comedian but he is actually an experienced all round performer and writer.

[@Ace5846]

What a voice! My gosh!!! He also has the bonus of sounding more like Phillip Quast's Javert than any other singer I've heard. Wow! I had no idea he had a voice like that!!!!

[@portialuvbrutus]

I loved him before I heard him sing but I would have thrown my knickers on the stage....my fave comedian singing my favourite song from les mis....bloody perfection!!!! *sighs dreamily*

[@LordPodlington]

I think the fact the entire room was in silence after that first line says a lot about this mans talent. A damn good comedian and an even better vocalist it seems.

[@elinorerrington85]

Beautiful man, beautiful voice. Astounding x

[@elinorerrington85]

Future phantom! What a lovely guy 🎉

[@xST4RxGIRLx]

OMG! He's can't introduce the song as sung "by the copper who chases Alfie Boe" and then sing like that!!! It's just....not possible!!! That. was. incredible.

[@alice-es7uv]

I didn't know he could sing but I'm glad I found out - such a brilliant rendition and sounded so effortless!

[@stevefishwick2314]

well I never expected that!!!

[@lucacorcoran2205]

Steve Fishwick l

[@gillgallett4864]

Bloody fantastic!

[@karenclover4948]

What a magnificent rendition. Jason Manford what an amazing voice superb

[@driverain2]

I see no reason why he could not explore theater more now than ever. He knows it well and I really enjoy hearing him....

[@juv7]

How could anyone dislike this he's was fabulous well done Jason one word sums your singing voice up and that's brilliant

[@BeccaLovesATL]

Yes, i was there too, in the 5th row and he was definitely singing live. In fact, it sounded better live than it does back through my computer! I was mightily impressed.

[@ChrisKitVeedubber]

That was not what I expected. That was intense and beautiful. Amazing.

[@robbiecrosbie4506]

Is there anything this guy can't do? He's funny a genuine nice fella he can sing act even tap dance. Great guy all round

[@katieabbott4542]

Where does he tap dance, like on which show

[@SWEETAPACHE1030]

Mind. Literally. Blown...

[@coloneljack22]

Holy Sh*t, Manford! That's pretty damned impressive! *applause*

[@jonnybee48]

It's always a surprise when someone you don't associate with singing gets up and does something like this. Okay, it's easy to make fun of someone who's out of his normal 'comfort zone', but personally I think he did a great job on this one - it's not an easy number to perform at the best of times. Bless him, that was a good job.

[@davidpercival1666]

He isn't funny at all but wow a singing voice I typed in stars and he came up

[@barbarastewart8066]

Whatever Alfie wants is okay by me. I think he sounds decent and Alfie would not embarrass himself.

[@brianbru]

@@davidpercival1666 He's definitely funny otherwise he wouldn't be a guy who has made himself a multi-millionaire through comedy. What a dumb comment. What you mean is - you don't find him funny at all.

[@carollamond9482]

What a stirring, sensitive performance

[@bargalad]

Yep, that was one of the best renditions I've heard of this song. Super!

[@Giggirl]

I was there, what a fantastic night and how good was Jason!! I met him backstage after and he said that he had never had any training!

[@allisong6]

oh i can say after 3 time watching wasnt expecting him to be as fantastic as he was brava!

[@murielbarker5871]

he is a good singer as his voice is getting stronger and better since this video was taken good luck Jason

[@TheOrangeType]

Wait, what? Hes funny AND a good singer? Life is not fair.

[@ChrisMoore-ry1ut]

What a magnificent performance. Jason proves there he sings as well as he cracks jokes. Just that first line has everyone there in awe.

[@lynnharwood288]

Forget the tv shows Manford go for the theatre! Absolutely brilliant

[@squirtyflower]

@ Coco pops - This is my video, I was there and I filmed it and can confirm that this IS Jason singing and NOT a backing track! The Preston Guild Hall is quite a small venue and no artist could ever get away with a backing track. I was sat in the second row and heard every word from his mouth, not the speakers.

[@Yeesha0000]

squirtyflower I'm not sure why you had to post this, but regardless, thank you for posting this amazing performance ! It is really and truly awe inspiring, can only imagine how it felt to actually be there. .. lucky you to see both those gentlemen perform live and many thanks for sharing the experience with the rest of us!

[@susanmayo3803]

Thank you for sharing didn't realise Jason could sing 👍🎶👌

[@John-ew7hi]

Q

[@S.j.j.S]

I've listened back and fore and I am 💯 sure he is the hedgehog

[@KarenG.-qs7wc]

He is. 🦔👍😉

[@gibbosgolf]

He was yes

[@cmhbyandco]

Wonderful rendition. Enjoyed the song so much Jason xx

[@Para2normal]

just pure shock how amazing jason manford is at singing :O

[@ScouserGirl89]

a brilliant comic and an amazing singer :D

[@clairedelune2436]

WOW!!! I so agree with you Ben, I was listening to Philip Quast as normal, and I saw Jason and thought not the !?!? What lovely voice so rich

[@anjagibas1204]

OMG!!!!! I think Jason Manford should become the next Javert in Lès Miserables and that is how brilliant his singing voice is.

[@calebsexton425]

russel crowe was better

[@jbloveday9538]

Caleb Sexton Noooo!

[@alastermobi]

Jason Manford that was pure amazing totally brilliant. well done.

[@willstuart40]

😦😦 omg his voice!!! I never knew he could sing that well

[@KAF128]

Totally agree ! Just found this by accident. "Big respect", Mr. Manford, and very brave to do this at something like an Alfie Boe concert ! I'd completely forgotten the song (sorry !) but hit upon it by accident tonight. Glad I did.

[@TheBarnem13]

+KAF128 exactly the same a happy acident Big up Jason

[@KT926]

OMG I had no idea he could sing!! Why doesn't everyone know he's that incredible?

[@Gazeycovers]

jeez, f***ng hell and wowsers. Where did that come from... Marvellous. Truly marvellous. Good on ya Jason.....

[@lucyrae65]

Wow--great rendition! Right up there with Phillip Quast and Norm Lewis!

[@lonmar0612]

"this was the song sung by the copper who was chasing Alfie Boe" how can he say something like that then sing so beautifully!!

[@nicoleannereau1905]

Holy hell! I did not know Jason Manford could sing?! He's really good, what a brilliant hidden talent. Why hide a voice so amazing?

[@folumos]

Impressed! Never knew he could sing!

[@DrunkDelilahBrewery]

Yes - he was originally trained as a singer before moving to comedy.

[@Cogskate]

One of my favourites from Les Mis, and beautifully performed. Philip Quast is my benchmark, but JM comes pretty close! Powerful and with feeling.

[@Queenofdeathandevil9]

I'm blown away :-)

[@jenniferhall4015]

Also shocked!!! Marvellous multi-talented Manford!

[@PSOHfan92]

I just want to say that listening to this actually made me cry it was that good.... You would make an amazing Inspector Javert

[@toastedroast]

I was not expecting that, Really good voice

[@noraitaosullivan7081]

😧😧😧 I have no words. Didn’t even know he could sing 😱 love this song so much.

[@meechibell9602]

BRAVO!!!! I need more singing from Jason Manford!

[@KarenG.-qs7wc]

He has an album out.

[@jhill74893]

he has a trained voice, you know, but it escaped and went back to the wild. Seriously impressed that he should tackle such a great song and do it so well

[@bosshogg1915]

Surprise ! What a great voice. Very professional. 👏👏👏

[@kernowgirl53]

If people think that's good, listen to him sing 'Bring him Home' I was brought to tears.

[@annmariebuscema]

Absolutely Beautiful Rendition ❤️ 👏👏👏

[@hedgewitch8982]

Just found this - oh WOW!! No words!!

[@kimfry2080]

Absolutely brilliant ❤

[@rosemaryevans922]

Wow ---- Who new Jason has this magical voice --- so funny and so talented !!!!!!!!1

[@Lutonboy]

I never knew but really brilliant. Not just good, brilliant.

[@janepeabody8096]

Jason Manford done a superb job of singing stars and like Steve Fishwick I NEVER EXPECTED THAT

[@magrichards1]

That was am...ay...zing as Craig RH would say. Wow, he could give up the day job, that was really brilliant. Loved it. Thanks for loading. XX

[@tralala08x]

This is outstanding, I had no idea he could sing so well!

[@Giggirl]

I was there, you could have heard a pin drop during this !! It was even better live !!!

[@rachthestag]

SHUT UP!!! what a voice. didn't expect that at all :D

[@Rebecca-ip4gw]

Just absolutely blown away.x

[@paulaoneill2389]

My fav your wonderful love you singing this xx you nail it xx

[@philipcarthy2977]

Wow wow wow wow I'm shocked just sensational

[@HippieGuineaPiggy]

I want to see him in Les Miserables now D:

[@McLeanAmy]

I've no idea how it took me over a year to find this, but WOW! Amazing!

[@mrssweetcute]

I would pay to go and hear him sing amazing

[@briboy2009]

Goodness me what a surprise, well done Jason

[@merrelless]

I enjoy playing this for people, without letting them see the video, and asking them to guess the singer... and then revealing all. The reactions never fail to amuse :)

[@xKaraAnnJx]

Was not expectin that, i'm flabergaster, loved it

[@shirleytemple2621]

❤❤🌹❤❤ He's absolutely great ❤❤🌹❤❤

[@WalpoleWife]

Amazing voice!!! WTG Jason! A man of many talents!

[@Bxn320]

What the f? Jason manforf singing? Everyday is a school day. Tears to my eyes. Xx

[@sarahlucypenny]

I was absolutely loving his pre-singing banter, then the music started --- F*** ME! Woah, Jason Manford!! :D

[@GavAndrews]

Wow....just....wow. That was immense.

[@franhobbs1895]

Brilliant xxxxx

[@niedoc34]

OMG I didn't know he can sing...so good ;-) just saw advert for Chitty Chitty bang bang as he sings there...so well done mr

[@Gepman408]

Jason featured in and won the itv show Born to shine where he was mentored by a 14 yr old boy treble (Me!) and after that that was when all these opportunities came up for him as a singer!

[@marlowemarlowe4893]

Wow. What a surprise. Very impressive.

[@TheDebbiedoodles]

Gosh he is brilliant

[@fish1648]

this sent chills down my spine

[@leighwest5564]

Some people are just too talented. Amazing!!

[@knightkuyu]

amazing voice!

[@lofds]

I can't believe this! What a voice!

[@denisedeacon905]

I absolutely love this.❤️ I have his album & this is the first song on it & it gives me goosebumps. He’s also gorgeous.😍

[@seaton125]

What? I thought this was a joke... Holy crap...

[@bethevans7859]

Haha same! Voice on him😦

[@78intheshade]

Wow I am so impressed with that, who'd have thought eh?

[@ttfan3257]

I love, wonderful !

[@sixsorted1534]

lets hope this man ends up in les mis

[@kenshinxue]

truly excellent!

[@MaryMRevis-ms4mj]

Bloody HELL..he IS good. Phillip Quast will FOREVER AND ALWAYS remain the crown King of the role Javert but DAMN this sweet cheeky bloke can SING!!

[@goodswin]

i did not know he could sing like that well done mate love this one

[@ginaaluke2007]

thats an amazing version!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! xx

[@SwallyAli]

Well....I wasn't bloody expecting that!

[@nuttytart37]

WOW just been blown away with that, had no fucking idea he could sing like, just fantastic xxx

[@annebritten7804]

Wooh what a voice Jason has omg he was brilliant just as good as callabro

[@Paulious78]

WOW!!!! fantastic vocals!!!

[@JetPoweredCloud]

Wicked tone!

[@catherineturpin8473]

That was amazing!

[@DocPortland]

wow that was good! Great job Jason.