Hugh Laurie to sing blues with record deal
ACTOR Hugh Laurie is swapping House for blues – after signing a record deal at the age of 51.
The self-taught star – who is seen playing guitar and piano on US TV hit House – is to record an album of New Orleans blues.
Warner will release the album, produced by musician Joe Henry, in the autumn.
Laurie said: “I am drunk with excitement at this opportunity. I know the history of actors making music is a chequered one but I promise no one will get hurt. I am particularly thrilled to be working with Joe, who has produced some of my favourite records, and I can’t wait to get started.”
Laurie was seen playing piano in TV’s Jeeves And Wooster.
He also plays keyboards in a charity group called Band From TV, as well as on Meat Loaf’s latest album.