Shakin’ Stevens... is to embark on his biggest ever UK tour visiting 33 towns and cities across England, Scotland and Wales next year, including York's the Barbican on Thursday, May 18.

The announcement comes just days after Shaky, as he is known to millions, released his 12th studio album, Echoes Of Our Times.

Tickets for the Echoes Of Our Times Tour are priced from £24 and will go on sale at 9am on Friday September 23 from ticketmaster.co.uk

With 33 hit singles and four UK No 1s to his name, the Platinum-selling entertainer and performer will be back on stage to perform new tracks from Echoes Of Our Times, along with classic hits, and a few surprises.

Shaky says: “I can’t wait to get back on the road, and introduce the songs from Echoes Of Our Times to people who have seen me perform in the past, and those who have not.”

The tour will see this Welsh singer unveil another side to his talents, as an artist, songwriter and storyteller. His new show blends blues, roots, Americana and classic rock. Detailing stories from his family history, Shakin’ Stevens has created a musical tribute to his once mysterious past. The 33-date tour is presented by UK event promoters Cuffe and Taylor.

Director Peter Taylor says: “This promises to be a fantastic 33 nights of entertainment across the UK and we look forward to welcoming an abundance of fans both old and new.”