by Nicola Jordan

Nineties pop sensation Steps are the latest act heading for this year's Castle Concerts in Rochester.

The band, famous for signature dance moves and catchy tunes, topped the charts with a series of hits, including their cover of the Bee Gees' Tragedy and 5-6-7-8.

They broke up 10 years ago but got back together last year and announced a 2012 UK tour.Steps, featuring Ian 'H' Watkins, Lisa Scott-Lee, Faye Tozer, Lee Latchford Evans and Claire Richards, take to the Castle Gardens stage on Thursday, July 19.

Since their reunion, the Steps Ultimate Collection album went to number one in the official charts on the first day of its release.

Tickets are priced at £35 and go on sale on Tuesday.

Concerts already announced are Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra with special guests, including soul singer Ruby Turner and Roland Gift from the Fine Young Cannibals. Tickets are already selling fast for the gig on Wednesday, July 18. They cost £35.

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra will perform classical favourites at the Castle Proms on Saturday, July 21. Tickets are £30.

The final act earmarked for Friday, July 20, will be announced shortly.

Tickets are available from the Central Theatre box office, The Brook box office and the Visitor Information Centre in Rochester or online at www.castleconcerts.co.uk