AS ONE of the most anticipated acts comes to Birmingham, audiences are recommended to arrive early to check out two up and coming stars.

After fans filled Birmingham's The Institute for his show in April, James Bay is returning to the city to play at the O2 Academy on October 8.

In tow with him will be Samm Henshaw (pictured) and Elle King - both rising stars in music.

A strong contender on most ‘ones to watch’ lists thanks to the revealing of ‘Only Wanna Be With You’, ‘Redemption’ and ‘Better', Samm Henshaw has already garnered mainstream radio support from Radio 1’s Dev, Phil & Alice, Huw Stephens and Annie Mac.

The 21-year-old singer's debut EP was release on September 25.

Also taking her place on James Bay's stage is the frank and fearless, tender and rowdy, young singer and guitarist Elle King.

Having just finished a short UK run of dates supporting Modest Mouse, playing the Calling Festival main stage alongside Ryan Adams and Noel Gallagher, and then storming T in the Park, Elle King releases her debut album in the UK this October.

James Bay, plus he two supports, will be at the O2 Academy, Birmingham, on October 8, as part of a UK tour,

For more information, other dates, and tickets, visit jamesbay.com.