TWO fresh faces will take the stage when popular Hyndburn soulsters Soul Deep return to Accrington.

The nine-piece band, acclaimed for taking their classic soul experience to music fans throughout the North, play Accrington Town Hall on Friday (see Gigs). They are also set to appear at the British Blues Festival in Colne in late August.

The group, set to release their first CD soon, now boast two new members - vocalist Jackie Gibson and drummer Lee Gainford. Sax player David "Isaac" Haynes warned fans: "Don't forget your dancing shoes. You're going to need them."

The band are supported by bluesy Rossendale funksters The Session.

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