X FACTOR star Jahmene Douglas will be performing songs from his upcoming debut album at the Oasis on Sunday.

The former Asda worker, who is releasing his debut album on July 22, is performing at the Best of Swindon gig, which also features other artists from the town.

Jahmene was in Swindon yesterday ahead of the event at the weekend, and visited Fratello’s, Brimble Hill Primary School, Asda Walmart and his old choir, the choir of the Bible Life Church, in Gorse Hill.

Jahmene said: “Sunday is just a chance for me to come back and say thank you through music.

“Swindon supported me immensely throughout the show and broke the record for the biggest homecoming ever on X Factor, there were 28,000 people which is three times an arena.

“I’m excited for Sunday because it will be more chilled out. Before I was freaking out because it was the final. The feel of my performance is an evening in with Jahmene rather than let’s get a dance routine on the go. I want it to be a surprise but I can say that I will definitely sing At Last.”

Other artists in the line-up for Sunday’s gig, which is from 6pm, include Josh Kumra, Colour the Atlas, Queen of Hearts and Theo Altieri. Each artist will perform a mini live session – 30 to 40 minute sets mixing in new material, as well as covers. Jahmene, who is a Women’s Aid ambassador, will sing seven songs, including some from his debut album.

“Sunday will be the first time anyone has heard them so I am scared,” he said.

Asked about his album, he said: “I'm scared but excited. This is my baby. I’m trying to keep it true to me. Soul, gospel and mainstream. It’s a message of love.”

Tickets, which are £24.50 for adults, are still available to the gig on Sunday. Children under 12 go free accompanied by an adult.

Doors open at 5pm. For tickets phone the Oasis Box Office on 01793 445401 or www.swindon. gov.uk/oasisevents.

As part of his visit yesterday, Jahmene dropped in to Brimble Hill Primary School, which caters for children with special needs.

He sang Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? alongside his friend and guitarist, Perry Sangha, 19, a New College student.

Jahmene visited the school after teaching technician, Mel Parry, emailed his management.

Brimble Hill Primary School headteacher, Alison Paul, said: “The power of music for children with special needs is fantastic.”

Ten-year-old pupil, Charlie, who has global development delay, said: “I told Jahmene I want to be a singer now. He said if I’m really good then one day I will be on television and might be able to sing with him.”

Speaking afterwards, Jahmene said: “Performances like this are humbling.”