ELVIS Presley is alive and well ... and coming to Blackburn next week!

Elvis Aaron Presley Jr will be coming over from the United States to bring his Majestic Millennium World Tour to King George's Hall on Thursday.

Presley, who claims to be the illegitimate son of the King of Rock and Roll, and has been allowed to use the King's name by the Nevada State Court will present some of the best-known Presley numbers.

The Blackburn date is his first UK appearance at the start of a 10-date tour.

Tickets for the show range from £14.50 to £16. Details from King George's Hall box office.