Mark Ronson to join Jay-Z on tour

Mark Ronson performs at the BBC Electric Proms

Brit and Grammy winner Mark Ronson has been added to the line up for Jay-Z's forthcoming UK arena tour in July.

Ronson is also on the bill for the rap superstar's show at the 02 Wireless Festival in London's Hyde Park.

Jay-Z's UK tour takes in dates in Cardiff, Bournemouth and Manchester plus two shows in Scotland.

The rapper, who is also headlining Glastonbury, said: "There's an amazing vibe and energy in the UK. I'm looking forward to seeing my UK fans again."

The dates in full are:

• O2 Wireless festival, London (3 July)
• Bournemouth BIC (15 July)
• Cardiff CIA (16 July)
• Manchester MEN Arena (19 July)
• Glasgow SECC (20 July)
• Aberdeen AECC (21 July)