Primal Scream to perform Island gig

Villa the venue for legendary band

A treat's in store for rock fans this summer - with news today legendary band Primal Scream are to play the Villa Marina.

The group, which formed more than 30 years ago and have a string of 18 hit singles, remain a firm favourite on the festival and tour scene.

They are set to wow a Manx audience on Wednesday 19 July and demand for tickets, which go on sale from 10am on Saturday, 18 March, is expected to be high.

The gig's been landed after lengthy negotiations by Lenny Conroy from Triskel Promotions, as part of Primal Scream's European tour.

Lenny says die-hard fans and those who enjoy the band's best-known tracks can expect a real treat: (play audio)

Tickets go on sale from 10am on Saturday, 18 March.

Online at: www.villagaiety.com

Box office by phone: 600555