British singer/songwriter David Gray had already released three overlooked albums by the time White Ladder (and its international breakthrough hit, “Babylon”) brought him to the mainstream. David’s first release was the single “Birds Without Wings” in 1992. The next year saw the release of his record, A Century Ends, and Gray’s trademark style of fiery vocals countered with folksy, acoustic song craft began to find an audience, particularly in Ireland. David self-financed his fourth album, White Ladder, and released it on his own label, IHT Records, in 1998. The good fortune continued as former road pal Dave Matthews made White Ladder the first release on his own ATO Records in 2000. Boosted by this additional release, “Babylon” enjoyed a positive reception in the U.S. and peaked at Number five on the U.K. charts. A New Day at Midnight followed in the fall of 2002. Gray’s Life in Slow Motion debuted at the top of the charts in both Ireland and the U.K. in 2005, giving Gray the highest chart rankings of his career. 2009’s “Fugitive” was a Top 40 hit in America, and the album itself charted well in multiple countries. Gray quickly returned with another album, Foundling. Mutineers arrived in 2014. Gray released the compilation The Best of David Gray, on CD, double CD and LP in October 2016, featuring a selection of tracks from his back catalogue as well as two new recordings. David Gray continues to tour all over the globe.