SINGER and guitarist Joe Brown promises to rock and reminisce when he performs in Shepway in April.

Joe, who is regarded by many in the music businesses as a "musician's musician", will play at the Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone from 7.30pm on April 25.

He has been performing for more than five decades and has also made six films, presented specialist radio series for BBC Radio 2 and appeared on the West End stage alongside Dame Anna Neagle.

A spokesman for the Leas Cliff Hall said: "Premier rock 'n' roll legend Joe Brown goes from strength to strength as his contemporary achievements continue to gather momentum.

"His 'Very Best Of' album achieved a massive 100,000 sales and was on the UK charts for eight weeks.

"He has continued to break box office records and recently received Mojo magazine's coveted Outstanding Contribution To Music Award as well as a much-deserved MBE.

"You may have seen Joe performing on Later With Jools Holland or at the cinema playing his part closing the show at the Concert For George Harrison.

"You may have witnessed his critically acclaimed set at Glastonbury Festival or caught him on tour. If you have you'll already know just what a terrific live talent he is."

Lincolnshire-born Joe, 70, was one of the original artists managed by the early rock impresario Larry Parnes, and still regularly tours and releases new music.

The Leas Cliff Hall spokesman promised a memorable show.

He added: "Joe, with his five-piece band including his son and record producer Pete Brown, will be on stage all evening and the musical styles incorporated into his show are as unique as the man himself.

"Packed with timeless classics, rockabilly, gospel, country, folk, and rock 'n' roll, all interwoven with Joe's effervescent delivery and humorous reminiscences, this eclectic and sensational show is a musical journey not to be missed."

Tickets cost between £20 and £22, excluding booking fees. Call the box office on 08448 713015 or visit www.leascliffhall.co.uk