Tom Jones fans are in for a treat when the singing sensation takes to the stage tonight.

The global star, who is better known for performing at venues in Las Vegas and Hollywood, will be coming to Castle Park.

Gates open at 4pm with the performance set to get underway at 6pm.

Mama told him not to come but the 78-year-old, who first found fame in the early Sixties, will be putting on an unforgettable performance.

The global superstar’s distinctive voice and iconic records have earned him a place as one of pop’s best loved artists with an eclectic musical mix spanning pop, rock, soul, R&B, dance, country and gospel.

With a career spanning six decades and more than 100 million record sales under his belt, including hits such as Sex Bomb, Kiss, Delilah and What’s New Pussycat?, his popularity as a live performer has not abated.

Nick Barlow, Colchester councillor responsible for commercial services, knows he will be burning down the house.

He said: “I am thrilled such a well-known and talented artist has been added to the summer concert line-up in Castle Park.

“This concert really adds variety to the exciting and extensive events portfolio Colchester has to offer.”

Tom Jones is also a popular TV figure, reprising his role as a coach on ITV’s the Voice.

With numerous tours over the world under his belt, coupled with a legion of fans, his extraordinary career was recognised in 2006 through his knighthood from the Queen and a string of prestigious music awards.

These included a Brit Award for Best Male and Outstanding Contribution to Music, a Silver Clef Award for Lifetime Achievement, the Hitmaker Award from the US Songwriters Hall of Fame, GQ Man Of The Year, and the prestigious UK Music Industry Trust Award.

The concert at Colchester’s Castle Park on July 21 will feature a collection of Tom’s most popular hits across the decades, including his latest albums.