A FREE convention will be held in Teesside featuring the best of the North-East music scene.

The NExNE music convention is taking place next week and will include bands, musicians, DJs and industry figures from across the region.

The second annual three-day event will showcase local bands, and there will also be music industry seminars, A&R panels and songwriting workshops.

The convention is taking place at Arc centre, in Stockton, from Tuesday until Thursday. All seminars and gigs are free, and there is no need to register.

For event details, call Jo Thornton on 0191-245 0099.