Set to release his first solo album in over four years, Richard Ashcroft is gearing up for his new release, United Nations Of Sound on March 22. To support the CD, Ashcroft will be playing a show at The Bowery Ballroom on March 23. The release, which was recorded in 10 days, is said to be a mix of pop and R&B and is nothing like he has ever done before. The 21+ show has already sold out.