Jarvis Cocker has announced a short five date UK tour which will begin in Sheffield on November 25th.

The tour will also call at venues in London, Edinburgh and Birmingham.

Support at each gig will come from acts associated with Cocker's record label, Rough Trade, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

As previously reported, the former Pulp star is currently recording his second solo album, which he has promised will be heavier than his self-titled debut.

Jarvis Cocker's tour dates are:

• Sheffield, Academy - November 25
• London, Shepherds Bush Empire - 26
• Edinburgh, Picture House - 28
• Manchester, Academy - 30
• Birmingham, Academy - December 2

(by Jason Gregory)