The legendary Lionel Richie has today announced he'll be returning to the UK next year for a 31-date tour.

Performing in nine cities across England, Scotland and Wales next year, he'll take to the touring circuit for the first time in Europe since the Tuskeegee Tour in 2012.

Lionel Richie

“I can’t wait to get back to the UK. The audiences are always so great and I always have an incredible time when I’m in the United Kingdom. The show feels like a great big sing-along most nights so I’m looking forward to singing along with the people of the UK again!” said Lionel.

After launching the current tour in September last year in America, he has gone on to play 70 shows in stadiums, arenas and at festivals across North America, Oceania and Asia.

The show feature classic hits and has already received rave reviews for building such a great atmosphere.

It's a celebration of Lionel's career, and tickets will go on sale this Friday, September 26.

VIP packages can also be bought - more information can be found at www.lionelrichie.com.

The dates for the UK tour are as follows:

February 28 - Manchester Arena

March 1 - The O2, London

March 4 - First Direct Arena, Leeds

March 6 - The SSE Hydro, Glasgow

March 7 - Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle

March 10 - Odyssey Arena, Belfast

March 13 - Echo Arena, Liverpool

March 14 - NIA, Birmingham

March 16 - Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff

March 17 - Capital FM Arena, Nottingham


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