Big Country, Simon Townshend (From The Who), Dave McPherson (InMe)

Big Country, one of Britain's most successful and best-loved rock bands, are touring the UK and Eire in April 2013 with a new line-up – and will release a brand new album later in the year.

After a 10 year break, the band returned to touring in late 2010. "After 30 years I would never thought I would be playing in Big Country again," says guitarist Bruce Watson, "A band Stuart and I started last millenium in the hope of carrying on his dreams from his days in the Skids. We hope to do him proud."

Drummer Mark Brzezicki adds "As Big Country continue to evolve, the journey continues. I am looking forward to expanding the journey into new territories and continuing our unfinished business across the world."