JLS announce comeback tour date at Sheffield Arena - here's how you can get tickets

JLS have announced a full list of rescheduled shows for their Beat Again UK and Ireland tour, in line with the latest Government guidelines.

JB, Aston, Marvin and Oritsé will also return with new music later this year, having signed a deal with BMG Records.

They will play Sheffield’s FlyDSA Arena on October 28 and 29.The band said: “After eight years it feels great to sign a new record deal with BMG. For us, music is the core of everything we do and we are so excited to bring new music to the world again.”

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JLS want to modernise their R&B pop sound, leaning on new musical influences whilst retaining the essence of their style.

The band had been due to tour in June and July. Customers are advised to keep hold of their tickets as they will be valid for the rescheduled dates.

The last tour date in Birmingham will encompass an evening show and a free NHS matinee performance for all frontline staff and primary care workers as a personal thanks from the band.

JLS, who came second in The X Factor in 2008, were in the British charts for seven years running, scoring number one singles with Beat Again, Everybody In Love, The Club Is Alive, Love You More and She Makes Me Wanna.

They have sold over six million records and had four multi-platinum albums. Their self-titled debut went straight to number one and has since sold more than a million copies in the UK.

Tickets are on sale now at www.gigsandtours.com and www.ticketmaster.co.uk

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