ELLESMERE Port band Amsterdam have revealed that they will be performing live in Spring.

Their official website said: “The band are recharging their batteries after a hectic 2008 and will be announcing some live dates soon.

“Ian is currently working on new material and plans for 2009 are being discussed with the label.”

Meanwhile, Irish legend Christy Moore will be releasing his brand new album worldwide in the first week of March and it will include his version of Does this train stop on Merseyside?

The band’s website added: “We have heard the finished version and Christy does a remarkable job of Amsterdam's most famous tune.”