Stewart Francke in concert Friday at the Royal Oak First United Methodist Church

(FOX 2) - Local musician Stewart Francke has returned with another album.

Titled "Heartless World," the metro Detroit resident's newest CD features a guest appearance by Bruce Springston. 

Francke, who has dealt with a slew of health related issues in his past, will host an "evening with" type of event Friday at the Royal Oak First United Methodist Church to talk about the adversity in his life and how one can overcome struggles in their own.

The show starts 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 25.