CORRINGHAM-based Barry Manilow tribute act, Aaron Bates has always cherished the idea of meeting his idol, Barry Manilow. Now a competition, with a little help from his Thurrock friends may give Aaron his chance to fly to Las Vegas and meet the legend in person.

Go to this link, see a video of Aaron singing Manilow and vote for him.

http://contests.viddler.com/Stiletto/win-your-15-minutes-of-fame-with-barry-manilow-in-las-vegas