THE former frontman of Ace, Squeeze and Mike & The Mechanics, Paul Carrack, is returning to the road with his band early next year for a 34-date UK tour visiting all of his favourite venues including several in the Midlands.

The Sheffield-born singer and songwriter, who has a back-catalogue of hits to his name including How Long, Tempted and The Living Years, is set to perform at Malvern’s Forum Theatre on Friday, January 22 and then Cheltenham Town Hall on Monday, February 1 and Birmingham’s Symphony Hall on Saturday, February 20.

Carrack’’s uniquely soulful voice is a must for his millions of fans around the world. His amazing songs have been performed by some of the biggest names in music including The Eagles, Diana Ross and Tom Jones and he is constantly in demand as a session keyboardist, having recorded and toured with Elton John, Van Morrison, Roger Waters and BB King, and most recently on Eric Clapton’s world tour.

Dubbed by the BBC as 'The Man with the Golden Voice', Paul Carrack is undoubtedly a key figure in British pop history, an all-rounded musical talent. And as his devoted fans know all too well, his show is truly something very special.

The legendary performer said: “I can’t wait to get back out on the road again in 2016. I love touring in the UK and I’ve chosen 34 of my favourite venues to perform in.”