FOLLOWING two triumphant fan-shows at London's Cargo last month, critically acclaimed singer/songwriter Tom McRae has announced 11 UK dates as part of a major headline European tour.

Featuring his accomplished live band, the tour will include a date at the Academy 2, in Manchester, on May 22. Tickets are priced at £14.

Tom's new album, King of Cards, will be released on April 30.

Produced by Sean Gockney, who has previously worked with the Manic Street Preachers and Suede, highlights include the forthcoming single Bright Lights, due to be released on May 7.