A CONTEST to find a city's most talented young singer is reaching its final stages.

Sunderland's Number One competition, run by Sunderland City Council, selected 21 youngsters in Pop-Idol style auditions.

The winner will have the chance to record a CD at The Bunker studios, in Sunderland, as well as performing in front of some of the region's top talent scouts.

The grand final will be held at Sunderland Empire Theatre on Friday. Tickets for the final, priced at £5, are available from the theatre box office on 0191-514 2517.