Ask people who they remember from Fame Academy and the chances are there would be only one answer - Lemar.

The RnB singer, who came third in the first series of the show in 2002, has prospered while his rivals in the show have sunk back into obscurity.

Beaten by David Sneddon, who apparently still writes, and Sinead Quinn, who did one album that peaked at a lowly number 48 in the UK chart, Lemar has arguably gone on to have the most success.

Even the finalists from the second series, Alex Parks, Alistair Griffin and Carolynne Good, are just memories now.

For Lemar though things have been different, with four studio albums under his belt and a greatest hits compilation rumoured to be hitting the supermarket shelves sometime next year.

He has released twelve singles too, half of which have placed in the top ten, the highest being his debut Dance (With U) which hit number two after his Fame Academy appearance.

There's also the catchy If There's Any Justice in this World, which will form part of a three-track set he is to perform at the revamped Wandsworth Palais a week on Saturday.

The venue opens its doors to the public again after extensive refurbishments this Saturday, but will do so without ex-Blue singers Simon Webbe and Lee Ryan, who had to cancel their appearance because of scheduling conflicts.

Lemar, Wandsworth Palais, May 8, 9.30pm, £12 (£10adv), over 18s only. Call 0844 847 1648 or visit wandsworthpalais.com