X-Factor runners up JLS have been confirmed as special guests for Lemar’s NIA Academy date on Friday 27 March 2009.

Lemar said "I was really impressed with JLS's performances on the X Factor, and I’m thrilled that they’ve agreed to join me on my tour”.

The sensational foursome who have been tipped as the best boy band to emerge in recent years will join the tour after appearing on the X Factor tour.

Marking a new chapter in his music career, Lemar, is set to release his fourth studio album The Reason and the lead single If She Knew this November. The R&B superstar also announces a massive UK Tour which calls Into Birmingham's NIA on Friday 27 March 2009.

Tickets priced £25 plus booking and transaction fee can be purchased on-line at www.theticketfactory.com or by calling 0844 33 88 000.

Almost 5 years ago, Lemar released his debut album Dedicated, ushering in a new exciting juncture in UK soul music. Since then, Lemar has become the most successful black British soul artist of our time, commandeering the UK’s radio airwaves with the hit singles 50/50, Dance (With U), If There’s Any Justice and It's Not That Easy. With 3 top ten UK albums, Lemar has sold well over 2 million albums, and most notably been awarded 2 MOBO Awards and 2 BRIT Awards.

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