IF its powerful boogie-woogie you really want, instead of irritating Christmas jingles, then Worcester is the place to be, this December.

Why? Mike Sanchez is heading this way.

A spokesman said: “British singer and pianist Mike Sanchez is one of the most exciting and charismatic performers of rhythm and blues and rock ‘n’ roll in the world today. His indelible image as a frenetic front man, pumping powerful boogie-woogie from the piano in a soaking suit, has won him fans from all over the world and attracted a following from many famous rock and blues legends who have lined up to work with him.

“Mike enjoyed four years as a full-time member of Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings, fronting the band from 2001 alongside Georgie Fame, Beverly Skeete, Albert Lee, Andy Fairweather-Low and Eddie Floyd on their annual world tours.

“The Rhythm Kings released their album Just for a Thrill and a fabulous DVD filmed during January 2004 entitled Let The Good Times Roll, both featuring Mike’s extensive role as a member of the ex-Rolling Stones’ bassist’s touring band.”

The spokesman added: “In December 2007 he was invited to appear as a guest vocalist with Bill Wymans’s Rhythm Kings at one of the most publicised musical events of the year – the final Led Zeppelin reunion at London’s 02 Arena, a tribute to the late Ahmet Ertegun, founder of Atlantic Records.

“Mike performed alongside such soul legends as Ben E King, Percy Sledge and Sam Moore.

“Mike has had a string of great albums including his most recent releases Almost Grown featuring Imelda May.”

The dshow takes place on Thursday, December 13, at 7.30pm at Huntingdon Hall.

For tickets, call 01905 611427 or go to worcesterlive.co.uk