LEGENDARY singer songwriter Bruce Springsteen will take the top slot at Isle of Wight Festival 2012.

Springsteen & the E Street band will close the festival with a not to be missed show on Sunday June 24 in his first visit to the Island and third ever UK festival performance.

One of the most influential artists in the world, he is renowned around the globe for his rocking performances and poetic lyrics centred around his native New Jersey.

Expect hits from Born in the USA and Born to Run from the Grammy, Golden Globe and Academy Award winning artist.

Tickets go on sale on Friday from 9am.

See isleofwightfestival.com for ticket sales.