A LOCAL band who recently supported Girls Aloud during their reunion tour will take to the stage ahead of another huge group when they support One Direction.

Worcester three-piece Done By Sunrise will perform in front of 15,000 people on the Forum Stage at the LG Arena today ahead of the boy band’s matinee gig.

Siblings, from left, Loren, Scott and Jodie Howland, from St John’s, will take part in one of their biggest gigs to date. Scott said the band received a lot of exposure thanks to the Girls Aloud concert and are looking to expand their fanbase even further when they perform on Saturday.

He said: “It’s a big step for us. We’re excited about what opportunities this will bring.” The band have also bagged a slot at this year’s Upton Music Festival in August and are hoping to release a single later this year.