TOUR STARTS OCTOBER: Scott Matthews has been confirmed as the special guest on Rufus Wainwright’s UK tour later in the year.

Following each of their performances at Glastonbury last weekend, the singer songwriters are joining forces for the 11 date tour around the country.

Wolverhampton born Matthews is about to re-release his debut album 'Passing Stranger' following his recent success and Ivor Novello award win.

The dates are as follows:

OCT 2007

29 - Poole, Lighthouse
30 - London, Hammersmith Apollo

Tickets are priced £35 each and are available from Friday 29 June.