James Arthur for Cork and Dublin

It's X-Factor Season once again and thus the perfect time for James Arthur to announce some fresh live dates.

Last year's winner will take to the stage at the Olympia Theatre on February 3 2014 and Cork's Opera House the following evening February 4. Tickets go on sale this Friday October 11 at 9am via Ticketmaster and usual outlets. Arthur's self-titled debut album drops on November 4.