POPULAR Wrexham band Neck Deep took their chance to shine as Wales showed the world what it had to offer.

Emerging local talent shared the stage with internationally renowned musicians at a festival held at venues throughout Wrexham at the weekend.

Focus Wales is an international multi-venue showcase festival with the aim of encouraging the talent that Wales has to offer the world, alongside a selection of the best new acts from across the globe.

During the festival, more than 200 bands and solo artists performed at a variety of spaces and music venues, making use of 20 stages, throughout the town.

Performers included, Neck Deep, Boy Azooga, Kero Kero Bonito, 9Bach, Cate Le Bon, Skindred, The Lovely Eggs, BC Camplight, Avi Buffalo, The Beths, Average Sex, and Snapped Ankles.

Focus Wales is a truly international event