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Shawn Mullins Celebrates 20 Years of 'Soul's Core' with Birthday Shows
The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter will perform full-band concerts in Atlanta to mark the anniversary of his breakthrough album.
Published on Feb. 28, 2026
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After rising to international fame with his 1998 album 'Soul's Core' and its hit single 'Lullaby', Shawn Mullins is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the album with a series of full-band birthday shows in his hometown of Atlanta. Mullins will perform new arrangements of the 'Soul's Core' songs, including stripped-down solo versions as well as a new studio recording with his full band, Soul Carnival.
Why it matters
Shawn Mullins is a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter who helped define the Americana and AAA radio genres in the late 1990s and 2000s. The 20th anniversary of his breakthrough album 'Soul's Core' is a significant milestone, and these special birthday shows will give fans a chance to revisit the music that launched Mullins to stardom.
The details
For the 20th anniversary of 'Soul's Core', Mullins has recorded two new versions of the album - one with stripped-down solo performances, and another with his full band, Soul Carnival. The Atlanta shows will feature these new arrangements, allowing fans to experience the classic songs in fresh ways. Mullins has also co-written hits for other artists, including Zac Brown Band's 'Toes', further cementing his status as a respected songwriter.
- The 'Soul's Core Revival' shows will take place on Shawn Mullins' birthday, February 28, 2026.
- Mullins' breakthrough album 'Soul's Core' was originally released in 1998.
The players
Shawn Mullins
A Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter who rose to international fame in the late 1990s with his album 'Soul's Core' and its hit single 'Lullaby'.
Soul Carnival
Mullins' full band, which will perform with him at the 'Soul's Core Revival' birthday shows in Atlanta.
What’s next
Tickets for the 'Soul's Core Revival' birthday shows in Atlanta are on sale now.
The takeaway
Shawn Mullins' 'Soul's Core' album defined the Americana and AAA radio genres in the late 1990s, and these special 20th anniversary shows will allow fans to experience the classic songs in new ways as Mullins celebrates his musical legacy.
