NEW wave pop veteran Chris Difford will be parting company with his band Squeeze for a special solo gig at The Albany in Deptford this Friday.

Chris will headline an evening which will also showcase some of the acts from The Albany’s esteemed Best Of Unplugged nights.

Over the course of a 13 album career with Squeeze, it was clear from the very beginning Chris Difford has few peers when it comes to smart, pithy lyricism.

His ‘kitchen sink-drama’ style has drawn plaudits from fans on both sides of the Atlantic, while his influence is keenly felt today.

The likes of Lily Allen, Mark Ronson, Kasabian, Razorlight and The Feeling have all recognised the debt they owe to Squeeze’s music and to Chris's way with words.

In March the site of one of Squeeze’s first ever gigs was commemorated with a plaque and the band are due for their first nationwide tour in more than 10 years later this year.

Friday night is, therefore, sure to be another example of Chris Difford’s abilities as a live performer.

Chris Difford and The Best of Unplugged. The Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford. Friday. 7pm. £10. thealbany.org.uk