Gossip have announced a string of UK tour dates, beginning in London on May 28.

The band will also perform at venues in Manchester and Glasgow.

Gossip are also scheduled to appear at Radio 1's Big Weekend in Swindon over the weekend of May 9-10.

The group release their new album ‘Music For Men’ on June 22.

Gossip’s UK dates are:

• London, Scala – May 28
• Manchester, Club Academy – 29
• Glasgow, The Arches – 30

(by Jason Gregory)