Former Oasis bass player Andy Bell has joined forces with Virgin Atlantic, launching its Headline the Roxy campaign in celebration of the airline's new flight route between Manchester and Los Angeles.

One band or musician within Manchester Airport's catchment area will win the opportunity to perform live at one of the world's most iconic music venues, The Roxy in LA, accompanied by Bell, who commented 'Virgin Atlantic’s Headline the Roxy is the ultimate chance for someone to make their big break and have the experience of a lifetime in LA. There’s so much musical talent coming from the north - I’m looking forward to seeing the entries and heading across the Atlantic with the winner'.