James Blunt to open at friend Ed Sheeran concert

Singer Ed Sheeran has reportedly invited new friend James Blunt to open for him on his upcoming US tour.

The two singer-songwriters became friends last year, during Sheeran's year off and Blunt was at a party with the "Lego House" star when he was nicked on the face by a sword, reported NME magazine.

"Ed and James have a real laugh together, it'll be proper madness on tour. James has a good following in the US so he'll also play some gigs too, acting as a support for his mate," a source said.

The duo are also working on new material for Blunt's new album.
 

Sheeran will confirm dates for his US tour soon.