MODERN metallers Blood Youth will be taking to the stage in Chester later this month.

The hardcore punk group, which recently released its latest single Iron Lung, which was premiered on the BBC Radio 1 Rock Show, will be performing at The Live Rooms on Station Road on September 19.

The band is touring the UK this September, to follow their appearance at this year's Slam Dunk Festival, with new vocalist Harry Rule.

Support comes from Death Blooms.

Guitarist Chris Pritchard said: "We've always wanted to do a tour like this where it's just stripped down, up close and personal with no bull**** in between.

"Whenever we've tried to do something like this in the past, other tours and opportunities have gotten in the way but this time it's happening.

"It feels more perfect than ever to have this be our first tour back after being away from fans for nearly two years now, to bring them back and closer than ever straight out the gate.

"We're super excited to hit these towns and cities, most for the first time ever, with new songs, new visuals and a new skin - we can't wait to share that experience with you all."