A MARTIAL arts expert from the North-East is trying his hand at comedy with a new DVD.

Ian "The Machine" Freeman, from Leadgate, Consett, sings, tells funny stories and dresses as Elvis Presley in aid of Cancer Research.

The 37-year-old recently launched a magazine named Fighters Only about The Ultimate Fighting Championship. He has also landed a role in the feature film Sucker Punch.

The DVD is certified 18 and is not for those easily offended. It costs £10 plus £2 for postage and packaging.

To obtain a copy, send a cheque made payable to Ian Freeman to Ian Freeman, PO Box 94 Stanley, County Durham, DH9 9YW.