It's been an incredible year for Newcastle's Andrew Cushin.
The singer-songwriter from Heaton signed a record deal with the Strap Originals label, owned by Pete Doherty, and has performed at a run of major gigs across the country.
From supporting Sam Fender at This is Tomorrow festival, held at the city's Exhibition Park, to recording tracks at the Albion Rooms in Margate, it's been a non-stop year for the Geordie performer.
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Now, the 'Waiting For The Rain' singer has announced that he will be supporting former Oasis star Noel Gallagher at a new event called Rock N Roll Circus.
Andrew will support Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds when they headline the event at Newcastle's Town Moor on June 9, 2022.
Described as all-new touring concept, the event will feature a mix of live music from performers including The Charlatans, as well as entertainment ranging from a Ferris wheel to tightrope walkers.
A Big Top, which can hold 10,000 people, will house around 30 entertainers including ringmasters and fortune tellers.
Andrew, 21, said performing on the same bill as Gallagher was an "amazing opportunity."
The talented musician has already worked with Gallagher to produce the track, 'Where's My Family Gone'.
He even played guitar and performed backing vocals on the tune that impressed critics.
"It’s an amazing opportunity for me," Andrew said.
"As well as being a hometown show, which is always special, it’ll be great to support a legend of the industry and someone that’s been so influential to me both musically and as a mate."
Tickets for the event are on sale now.
