Chris Amoo of The Real Thing

.From the tough streets of Toxteth to the bright lights of New York, Chris Amoo has lived a life that sounds like a movie. In this unmissable episode of The Chatterbox Redux, Nick sits down with the founding member of Britain’s most successful Black soul group, The Real Thing.

Go behind the scenes of the "Black Beatles" era as Chris reveals the true story of how they conquered the charts with anthems like "You To Me Are Everything" and "Can You Feel The Force." But the music is only half the story. Chris opens up about his secret passion that shocked the world: winning Best in Show at Crufts.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan of UK soul or a dog lover who follows the Irish Wolfhound circuit, this is a masterclass in longevity, passion, and reinventing yourself. Press play to hear how a lad from Liverpool stayed "The Real Thing" for over five decades.