A SOUL legend will star in a local concert taking place this summer.

Roy G Hemmings and the Dictionary of Soul will be performing in the 22nd 'Party in the Park' which will take place in Audlem on Saturday, July 1.

The group is one of the UK's leading authentic soul and Motown bands and the event will include songs from Otis Redding, James Brown, The O-Jays, The Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops, Drifters and other soul greats.

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The show will also feature a support act, Chic Out, who will sing songs from Nile Rogers.

Event organiser, Audlem Special Events Team (ASET), said they are thrilled to be welcoming the musicians.

An ASET spokesperson said: "ASET is thrilled to welcome Roy G Hemmings, a world-renowned artist and the longest-serving former member of the iconic Drifters.

Whitchurch Herald: Music fans enjoy last year's concert.Music fans enjoy last year's concert. (Image: Jonathan White)

"With a career spanning four decades Roy’s appeal has been high profile including appearances in several Royal Variety Shows and two performances at the White House.

"So with our superb support act Chic Out playing the songbook of Nile Rogers and CHIC, we are proud to present an evening of entertainment worthy of the London Palladium stage at Audlem prices."

Whitchurch Herald: The concert will include songs from Nile Rogers.The concert will include songs from Nile Rogers. (Image: Jonathan White)

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The organisers added: "Audlem Party on the Park' is organised by ASET, and it consists of nine local residents, and a large army of invaluable volunteers, who organise two major annual village events every year.

Whitchurch Herald: The event has been organised by Audlem Special Events Team (ASET).The event has been organised by Audlem Special Events Team (ASET). (Image: Jonathan White)

"Please contact ASET if you feel you could help with either the Party on the Park or the Festival of Transport."

If you would like to help call 07708354135 or email info@audlem-aset.org