AN Eighties music legend has announced he will be performing in Colchester as part of a 13-date UK tour.

Howard Jones will be delivering his finest hits in the Acoustic Trio tour which showcases an intimate stripped-down trip through his colourful 30-year music career.

The acoustic trio will feature Howard on electric piano, guitarist Robin Boult and Nick Beggs on a Chapman Stick.

The musical performance will land in Colchester’s Charter Hall on Saturday, October 22 where Howard can be expected to perform hits like What is Love? and Things Can Only Get Better.

The acoustic shows promise to bring a fresh take on his best known hits and will provide a rare opportunity for the audience to hear first-hand about the inspiration behind the star’s material.

It will also give the chance for his most recent album Transform to be heard by the crowd.

“I am really excited about the trio tour we have planned for 2022,” said Howard.

“Nick and Robin are dear friends and world class musicians and I love performing with them.

“After touring the trio in America, I thought the time was right for us to bring the fun of this acoustic show back home.”