Strokes singer Julian Casablancas has confirmed details of his first ever European solo tour.

The star will play three dates in the UK during his jaunt this December, as well as a show in Dublin.

It will be fans' first chance to hear his acclaimed debut album 'Phrazes For The Young', released on November 2, live.

Tickets for the UK and Ireland dates are on sale from 9am this Friday (October 30).

Catch him on the following dates:

• Copenhagen Vega - November 30
• Stockholm Gota Kallare - December 1
• Berlin Maria Am Ostbahnof - 3
• Amsterdam Paradiso - 5
• Paris Le Bataclan - 8
• Manchester Ritz - 11
• Glasgow ABC - 12
• Dublin Academy - 14
• London Forum - 16

(by Scott Colothan)