FOREST of Dean musician Devon is set to headline Gloucester Guildhall for the first time this autumn, in one of his biggest headline shows to date.

The singer-songwriter will take to the Guildhall stage on Saturday, November 7, with support from China Bears, The Perfect Match and Flora Fiora.

The show will mark another milestone for Devon, who has previously appeared at the Gloucester venue supporting White Lies and Circa Waves.

He also headlined the Blackfriars stage as part of Gloucester’s Underground Festival earlier this year.

Devon began his musical journey playing pubs and open mic nights around the Forest of Dean and Gloucester before attracting attention further afield.

His breakthrough releases included indie-pop track I DON’T WANT 2 B UR FRIEND, while his music has since received national radio airplay, including on BBC Radio 1.

His career has also taken him onto much bigger stages, including stadium performances and touring support slots with acts including McFly and Anne-Marie.

Devon has previously spoken about growing up in the Forest and the challenges faced by young musicians trying to establish themselves in an area with relatively few opportunities to perform original material.

He recalled cutting his teeth at local open mic nights, where musicians often relied on covers rather than their own songs, while expressing hope that more young bands would emerge from the area.

The forthcoming Guildhall date will now see the Forest musician step up from previous support appearances at the venue to top the bill himself.

Gloucester Guildhall said the concert would be a celebration of the South West music scene and described it as one of Devon’s largest headline shows so far.

Doors will open at 6.15pm on Saturday, November 7, with tickets available through the Gloucester Guildhall website.