From humble beginnings in Glasgow 45 years ago, these childhood friends - singer Jim Kerr and guitarist Charlie Burchill - have always worked best starting in a room, making magic happen and transporting it to the airwaves and then the biggest stages in the world.

Emerging from the angry sounds of the punk era of the late 1970s, their style and songwriting were rooted in their influences, ranging from the art-rock of David Bowie to the electronic dance of Donna Summer.

They went on to become one of the greatest bands of their generation, deploying rousing choruses and booming atmospherics to provide a soundtrack that has endured. They topped the American chart with 'Don't You (Forget About Me)' and followed suit in the UK with 'Ballad Of The Streets'.

In selling over 60 million records, they have seen three of their studio albums reach number one in the UK – 'Sparkle In The Rain', 'Once Upon A Time' and 'Street Fighting Years' – a chart-topping feat equalled by their live album 'Live In The City Of Light' and the compilation 'Glittering Prize'.

A spellbinding touring band, they have graced the world's biggest stadiums. They starred at Live Aid and played three momentous London shows in honour of their friend and hero Nelson Mandela.

The past decade has also seen a remarkable resurgence, their world-class credentials acknowledged by a Q Magazine Inspiration award in 2014 and an Ivor Novello in 2016.

We can expect great things from then on the main stage and their headline set will include many instantly recognisable hits, alongside material from their latest album 'Direction Of The Heart', which will be released in October. Show less