A LEGENDARY group responsible for many classic hits from the last decade will drift towards Weymouth for a much anticipated gig.

The Drifters call in at Weymouth Pavilion on Friday, May 11 as part of their 60 date UK tour.

This new show will see The Drifters performing all their classic hits from the last six decades.

The legendary group has previously been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine and have produced an incredible list of hits - including; Saturday Night At Movies, Come on Over to My Place, Stand By Me, Under the Boardwalk and many, many more.

Now in their 65th anniversary year - The Drifters are back on the road with a line up hand-picked by Tina Treadwell herself - president of the Treadwell Entertainment Group and owner of The Drifters name.

Tina’s father started the group with Clyde McPhatter and brought in several greats thereafter such as Johnny Moore and Ben E King. Her mother Faye was later responsible for bringing the group to the UK and overseeing hits such as More than a number and Kissin’ in the back row.

After the passing of her parents, it was down to Tina to continue the legacy of The Drifters name. Now, in the group’s 65th anniversary year, Tina has announced a brand-new show with to tour the UK along with further international tours and other projects, soon to be announced.

Tina, who previously worked for Disney as an executive producer and casting director, believes this current line-up is one of the best to date and looks forward to the upcoming concert tour.

“I am very excited that now in our 65th anniversary year we have a new show for the fans who we invite to join us in celebrating this incredible and everlasting story of The Drifters.”

*The Drifters, Weymouth Pavilion, 7.30pm Friday May 11. See the website thedrifters.co.uk for tickets or call the Weymouth Pavilion box office. The Drifters will return to Dorset on July 7 to play Bournemouth Pavilion.