Hard rockers Uriah Heep have announced that they will be rejoined by an old friend for a limited run of dates in May 2013 when they tour The Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy and Switzerland. John Lawton, who was lead vocalist between 1976 and 1979, will reunite with the group to cover for Bernie Shaw, who requires some time off for a routine medical procedure.

John had already been confirmed to perform as a one-off guest at an outdoor amphitheatre Heep show in Spain on July 12th. This show at San Javier will now feature both singers and will serve as an occasion for the band to thank John. The shows will also be recorded for official bootlegs. The sets will be skewed to songs reflecting John's original tenure with the band, a celebration of classic 1970s Uriah Heep.

The band will also perform at Download Festival 2013 and promises more new music to come soon.

Source:	uriah-heep.com
Band profile:	Uriah Heep