September 25, 2009 0:01

Spandau Ballet announce first single in two decades

'We'll take on our contemporaries,' Gary Kemp says

Photo: PA Photos

Spandau Ballet are to release their first new single in 20 years this November.

The band, who announced that they were to reform in March, release 'Once More' on November 9.

Speaking about the release, band member Gary Kemp said he hopes the song will do well in the charts.

"The new song was a way for us to show that Spandau Ballet are back, not just to play the hits on tour but also to take on our contemporaries in the pop charts!" he said in a statement.

Spandau Ballet release their new album - also called 'Once More' on October 19.

Meanwhile, the band are offering fans the chance to download a new version of old song 'Only When You Leave' from their official website, Spandauballet.com, from October 25.