GLOBE-trotting singer-songwriter Jill Jackson is returning to Ayrshire for a hugely anticipated concert in May.

The Paisley-born singer songwriter will be showcasing her long awaited fifth solo album Are We There Yet? when she performs for the South Beach Sessions in the Troon Concert Hall reception rooms on Saturday, May 26.

The new record bears the hallmarks of a 25 year musical journey that has taken her from Paisley to Top of The Pops to playing in every State of America (50 States in 50 Days)!

In the time since 2012's five-star reviewed The Ones That Got Away, Jill temporarily relocated to Nashville where she became immersed in Music City's culture of storytelling song-writing.

Personal struggles and a bucket list hike of the Grand Canyon saw the Celtic Connections award winning artist return overflowing with lyrical and musical inspiration. These momentous changes of life and reflective nature flow through every word and note of the 10 new songs on Are We There Yet? – an uplifting, accomplished, mature record.

Produced by Boo Hewerdine (Eddi Reader, Emily Barker), Are We There Yet? combines innovative, playful arrangements that would not sound out of place in Lindy Hop, Harlem or the heart of the deep South. With an unabashed embrace of gleeful, melodic choruses delivered in Jill's unmistakeable warm and heart-wrenching voice.

Support comes from Mandulu & Hephzibah - no strangers to the Sessions stage having wowed the audiences Winter Storm over the past two years

South Beach Sessions found its new home during WinterStorm Rock Festival Weekend when we set up a stage, a bar and full PA into the "Reception Room" overlooking the beach and prom in Troon Concert Hall. Not only has it the most spectacular views across the Firth of Clyde and the occasional breathtaking sunset it also feels like a real venue.

It will be used as standing only, seated and mixed depending on the event taking place and we have 24 nights booked for 2018 already with a mix of rock, folk, bluegrass, Americana, blues, tributes and comedy to come before the end of the year.

The bar is professionally provided by The Harbour Bar in Troon and will offer draft beer as well as bottles, spirits and wines. It is for the moment over 18's only but organisers hope to develop the family friendly music theme as we move forward.

It has a 1980's Student Union feel about it and organisers are happy with that vibe. It's a great sound with great views and great artistes.