The artists are going to keep on heading to Oz this April with news that lady-charmer James Blunt is heading back to Australian shores.

Celebrating the success of his debut album Back Top Bedlam, which has spent the past 5 weeks at the top of the Oz albums charts, Blunt will return to Australia in 2006. His first appearance will be at the MTV Australia Video Music Awards followed by his first fully-fledged tour. Prior to the shows fans will be able to check out what they’re in store for with Chasing Time: The Bedlam Sessions – a live DVD.

James Blunt was the surprise success story of 2005, with his stripped back, honest approach to music and his unique past in the army winning the world over. Back To Bedlam outsold Coldplay, Oasis and Robbie Williams in 2005 selling 2.37 million copies.

Tickets go on sale February 24

James Blunt Tour Dates:

Monday 10 April Auckland - St James Theatre

Wednesday 12 April 2006 MTV Australia Video Music Awards

Thursday 13 April Sydney – Hordern Pavilion

Saturday 15 April Melbourne – Festival Hall

Tuesday 18 April Adelaide – Thebarton Theatre

Thursday 20 April Brisbane – Convention Centre

Source: www.undercover.com.au