Powerhouse vocalist Michael Bolton is a double Grammy winner, among many music awards, and has performed with the likes of BB King, Celine Dion, Cher, Kiss and Bob Dylan. But it was a long time coming - despite writing hits for the likes of Lady Gaga and Kiss, it took nine albums and 18 years before he had his own hit. Since then he has sold more than 65 million albums. He also has a new documentary out in which he sheds light on the city of Detroit. Michael Bolton's classical roots come to the fore when he incorporates his love for the genre, playing one night at The Civic with the Auckland Philharmonia on 19 June.