THE YEAR 2015 is already looking bright for Silsden band The Escapades (pictured). They will perform at the Leeds O2 Academy at 6pm on January 17 during the finals of the Soundwaves music competition.

They will play a major support slot for John McCullagh And The Escorts at the Oporto, Leeds, on March 26 and between times will be gigging in Brighouse, Queensbury and Heckmondwike prior to recording sessions to complete their debut album.

Tickets for the Soundwaves gig cost £6.50. Call 07792 501032 to book tickets.