A NEWTON singer who boasts a number one hit and a Brit award is poised to make a comeback.

Rick Astley, pictured, who shot to fame in the 80s with producers Stock Aitken Waterman, has agreed to join promoter, Tony Denton on the latest Here and Now tour.

The tour features former popstars who return to the stage to perform their greatest hits and provide an evening of entertainment.

Bananarama, Paul Young and Cutting Crew are included in the line up for the concerts.

The 42-year-old will be coming to the MEN arena on May 13 and Liverpool Arena on May 14. For Mancheter for tickets call 0844 847 8000, and for Liverpool tickets call 0844 800 0400 The Guardian has five pairs of tickets up for the Liverpool gig up for grabs. To be in with a chance of winning simply answer the question below and call 09011 510486 and leave your answer together with details when prompted.

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