KEIGHLEY band The Escapades will play a hometown gig on December 13, in advance of a prestigious competition final in January.

The Keighley gig will be at the Light, which is next to the K2 nightclub at the junction of Church Street and High Street.

The Escapades describe their sound as rock/blues, with a set consisting of both covers and original songs.

They have become known across Lancashire and Leeds through playing lots of gigs and charity events, along with a live broadcast on Shift Radio.

The Escapades will be at the Leeds O2 Academy on January 17 to compete against 12 other bands in the finals of the Soundwaves contest.