BUDDING chart toppers are being offered the opportunity to play at a brand new venue.

Top soul DJ Russ Winstanley has recruited some exciting new talent to play at the Nupro Club in Ashton-in-Makerfield, under the name of the Wigan Roulette.

Russ, who has helped a number of bands into the charts is behind the new weekly event which will feature live bands, disco and comedy. But he's still on the lookout for more new talent.

All the money raised on the door will go towards producing a CD of new music from local talent, and A&R executives from top record companies are expected on a regular basis.

Russ has a contract with Telstar records, and his last two 'Soul Survivor' compilations grossed more than £2 million, and hit the top 20.

He can be contacted on Wigan 01942 826060.

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