THE North-East's tribute to Eric Clapton will play only his second home-town gig in 21 years of covering the guitar legend's music.

Mike Hall and his band, After Midnight, take their show Classic Clapton to The Gala Theatre in Durham City tonight.

"I am looking forward to it,'' said look and sound-alike Mike, who grew up in Durham and now lives in Newcastle.

"It is two years since we played there and we sold out and I met lots of old faces..

"This is the only gig we are doing in the North-East and it will be the spring of next year before the next one in the region. In 21 years it is only the second gig in Durham."

Tonight's gig, which will feature two hours of Clapton's music, starts at 8pm.

Tickets cost £12 (concessions £10). They are available from the box office on 0191- 332 4041.