SINGING superstar Michael Bolton is to headline this year’s Upton House Music Festival.

Internationally renowned singer-songwriter Michael will make an appearance on Saturday, June 10. Tickets are on sale from 9am today.

Organisers say it is a real coup to have multi-million record selling Michael perform at the three-day festival.

He has won two Grammys, six American Music Awards and has a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

His new single, Old Time Rock’n’ Roll has been playlisted by BBC Radio 2.

Festival spokesman Stephen McManus said: “We are absolutely delighted to have secured Michael’s services for Upton House Music Festival. He is one of the world’s leading performers and the festival will be a wonderful opportunity to see him in a festival setting. He always puts on a fantastic show and I am looking forward to it immensely.”

Michael, whose new album Songs Of Cinema is out on February 10, has sold more than 60 million records worldwide.

His new album – the 27th in a career spanning 40 years – includes classics such as When A Man Loves A Woman, Stand By Me, I Will Always Love You, Cupid and As Time Goes By.

He said: “I love performing in the UK and especially at an outdoor concert. I’m looking forward to seeing my fans again at Upton Country Park in June and promise them a fantastic occasion.”

The three-night Upton House Music Festival held at the idyllic country park also includes a Classic Spectacular on Thursday, June 8 starring Sir Bryn Terfel, Escala, the BSO Concert Orchestra and soloist Lauren Fagan.

There is also an ‘80s Extravaganza on Friday, June 9 featuring R&B superstar Billy Ocean, singing sensation Kim Wilde and punk princess Toyah.

Tickets for the event are available now, with various hospitality packages and two-day and three-day tickets.

See uptonhousemusicfestival.co.uk or call 01202 255161.