De Burgh to hold Iran concert

Chris de Burgh is to become the first Western artist to play a concert in Iran since 1979.

The 'Lady In Red' star is expected to perform at a 12,000-seat stadium in the Middle Eastern country's capital city Tehran next summer.

De Burgh, 59, will take to the stage along with Iranian pop group Arian, who he recently recorded a single with.

If the gig goes ahead, it will be seen as a major step forward for the country as Western pop songs with lyrics are currently banned and any Iranians wanting to record an album or stage a concert need to apply for government permission.

De Burgh is expected to visit Iran in the new year to finalise discussions on the project.