Electric Airbourne 30/11/16
Australian Hard Rock band Airbourne were formed in late 2003 by the O'Keefe brothers and were soon joined by rhythm guitarist David Roads, with their debut album ‘Running Wild’ arriving in 2007. It's a fact that the band are more popular in Europe than their homeland where obviously AC/DC rule the roost in crunchy rock which unfortunately is a problem. We first caught them at Ramblin' Man this year where the size of their following was impressive. So how did the second of their two consecutive nights at Camden's Electric Ballroom in London last night pan out given that they were supported by Central Pennsylvania-based rockers and WRC favourites Crobot following the release of their new album 'Welcome To Fat City'? With more photos and a review to come - check out today's Vid Of The Day prematurely curtailed by the mosh pit!
Cardinal Curse 30/11/16
Eden’s Curse continued their Cardinal Tour at London's Underworld in Camden on Sunday night and Big Ian and his mate Geoff were duly there covering the gig for the WRC. A Multinational Melodic Metal band who tend to turn those guitars up freaking loud and rock out old school style - check out our photo gallery here including support band C.O.P. UK - with a review and a Vid Of The Day to come!
Transit Blues 30/11/16
To support the release of their brand new album ‘Transit Blues’, The Devil Wears Prada consisting of Hranica on vocals, Jeremy DePoyster on guitar/vocals, Andy Trick on bass and Kyle Sipress on guitar, also joined by Giuseppe Capolupo on drums and Jonathan Gering on keyboards - kicked off their co-headline “The Rise Up Tour” with Memphis May Fire and Silverstein in Norwich last night. It's the band's first full UK outing since October 2013 and tonight they are at London's Koko where tickets are still on sale for £17. Anyway, check out today's Track Of The Day 'To The Key Of Evergreen'.
Breakin Outta Hell 29/11/16
"Airbourne certainly raised the energy levels though with crowd pleasers such as ‘Live It Up’, ‘Running Wild’ and new song ‘Breakin Outta Hell’ from the album of the same name to be released in September. Joel O'Keefe's bashing of cheap cans of lager on his head, his regular rig climb up and down and crowd invasion during ‘Girls In Black’ went down well too. It would be easy to be cynical about Airbourne. Yes it is unashamedly gruff and primal Rock'n'Roll, but it is the ageless and tireless uniformity of the band's approach that makes this an honest and brazen delight. Huge, macho riffs collide with gleefully lobotomised tales of booze, chicks and the noble art of kicking ass always come with a giant, instantly memorable chorus attached. Let there be more rock, basically. Perfect festival performers...!"
That was our take on Airbourne (pictured) at this year's Ramblin Man and we are off to see them at Camden's Electric Ballroom tonight supported by the mighty Crobot!
King King Assembly 29/11/16
King King headline the Islington Assembly Hall tonight with special guests Broken Witt Rebels (pictured) who hit the stage at 7.20pm for a 40-minute set, followed by King King at 8.30pm for a 2-hour set. King King recently won five British Blues Awards including Best Album (Reaching For The Light) , Best Male Vocalist, Best Bass Player, Best Song (Rush Hour) and Best Songwriter. The band recently released King King Live; a triple disc live concert. Meanwhile Broken Witt Rebels (Vid Of The Day) recently won “Best Rock Act” at the first ever Unsigned Music Awards at London’s Troxy.
Black Tornado On Route 66 29/11/16
New music on this week's Route 66 Track Of The Day includes Thorbjorn Risager & The Black Tornado, Dan Reed Network, Aaron Keylock and the Rolling Stones. Host Rory Auskerry also plays tracks from Montrose, Iron Maiden, Thin Lizzy (pictured), Jimi Hendrix, Black Sabbath and John Mayall. Plus there's the week's music news, the birthdays in Rock and Blues and a country rockin' show-stopper from Aron Leigh.
Beautiful Day 28/11/16
As the dust settles on a brilliiant Wrinklystock V following this year's gig at the Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford, on Saturday, today we bring you our initial photo gallery here plus a U2 Tribe Vid Of The Day. We therefore would like to thank all of you that have supported ‘Wrinklystock V’ - and in particular our helpers, sponsors, advertisers, all those that kindly donated raffle prizes (prize for purple ticket 939 has still to be claimed), The MJC, Limehouse Lizzy and U2 Tribe.
Silver City 28/11/16
Classic Hard Rockers The Jokers recently released their brand new single ‘Silver City’ with B/side 'Summer Time', taken from their highly-acclaimed third album, ‘Hurricane’ on Steamhammer / SPV. ‘Silver City’ was recorded at Liverpool’s Parr Street Studios, where it was produced, engineered and mixed by Tom Size (Aerosmith, David Lee Roth, Journey, Steve Miller Band, Huey Lewis, Mr. Big) at the Tomland Studios, San Francisco. 'Silver City' is a power-driven, hypnotic, sing-a-long rock tune with an infectious chorus and a groove you can't help but move to. The Jokers are Wane Parry on lead vocals, Paul Hurst on lead guitar, Phil Hartley on bass and Dan Evans on drums. After opening for Status Quo at Parc Y Scarlets Stadium in late August, The Jokers are finishing up their UK tour on Saturday 3rd December at The Brew, Warrington and Saturday 10th December at The E Rooms, Skelmersdale.
I've Lost My Blues! 28/11/16
Today's Black On Blues Track Of The Day includes tracks from Brad Curtis And The Somex6 Band, Starlite Campbell Band, Trevor Sewell, Eddie Martin, Eight O Five Jive, Les Copeland and Stephen Foster & Howler.
The Boys Were Back In Town 27/11/16
Well not only did Limehouse Lizzy and U2 Tribe do Wrinklystock V proud at a sold out Mick Jagger Centre in Dartford last night, but we also raised £1,000 for our nominated charities from a raffle, sponsorship and the sale of souvenir programmes. On a night of great Rock that befitted its title 'Monsters Of Irish Rock' - the MJC audience were ready to rock and they certainly got what they were looking for! With more pics and a review to come - check out today's Vid Of The Day which hopefully gives you a flavour of what was a brilliant evening!
It's A Kind Of Magic! 27/11/16
If Wrinklystock V wasn't enough to take in last night - we also made our exclusive announcement re: our headliner for Wrinklystock VI - Magic - a kind of Queen & a kind of ELO together in one fabulous show! Yes two great tributes for the price of one which will take place at The Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford, next year on Saturday 18th November. Watch this space for ticket details as this one will sell out as well!
Eden's Curse Underworld Tonight! 27/11/16
Eden’s Curse (Track Of The Day) Cardinal Tour kicked off last Monday in Glasgow and tonight they are playing London's Underworld in Camden and Big Ian and his mate Geoff will be there covering the gig for the WRC. So watch out shortly for a review, pics and possibly a vid of this Multinational Melodic Metal band who tend to turn those guitars up freaking loud and rock out old school style!
Are You Ready To Rock? 26/11/16
Well the big day has finally arrived - Wrinklystock V with our 'Monsters Of Irish Rock' at the Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford, tonight, which sees headliners Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Thin Lizzy alive. As of last night, we had just 5 tickets unsold, so you still might be lucky to get one of the remaining tickets - if you're quick by calling the Box Office on 01322 291100. With special guests U2 Tribe auctioning off their setlist for our nominated charities plus a raffle and souvenir programmes on sale - it's going to be one hell of an evening! Accordingly, today we turn our Vid Of The Day clock back to Wrinklystock 2 - are you ready to rock?
Centred And One 26/11/16
"A Hard Rock sound that is progressive, with unusual timings, interesting chord changes and both soulful and djent sounds, this is a band that will make you sing and mosh in equal measure. As Chappers launches into tracks for their newly released ‘Centred and One’ EP, you can tell that he has worked hard training his voice to keep the power and melodic range but also temper it to last the course of the tour. The smiles on the bands faces as the crowd warms to the new material only grow larger as the small, but perfectly formed faithful do their best to form a mosh pit wall of death within the confines of the Borderlines bijou arena."
Check out the rest of Mother's recent Dorje Borderline, London, review here.
Blues On A Saturday! 26/11/16
On today's Blues Club Podcast Track Of The Day, Jim is again joined by fellow Blues presenter Nigel Day from NCB Radio's Sunday Blues Brunch. Music this week includes tracks from Starlite Campbell Band, Imelda May, Bad Company, Albert Collins, Paul Lamb, Kenny Neal, Trevor Sewell, Johnnie Johnson, Colin James, Tas Cru, Brad Wilson, Steve Summers Band, Mary Jo Curry Blues, Simon McBride, The Joey Gilmore Band, Albert King, Biscuit Miller and The Mix, Frank Bang and The Cook County Kings, Southbound (pictured), The Smoke Wagon Blues Band, Tanya Piche Blues Band, JW-Jones, The King Brothers, Dave Keller Band, The Knickerbocker All-Stars, Bobby Rush, Mississippi Heat, B. B. & The Blues Shacks and more.
Wrinklystock V Nearly Sold Out! 25/11/16
Yesterday's tweet from The Mick Jagger Centre said it all: "Bring on the weekend! Nearly sold out less than 10 tickets left! #livemusic #Dartford #wrinklyrockersclub #mickjaggercentre" so make sure you order your Wrinklystock V tickets now priced £22 here in order that you don't miss out! Meanwhile we turn our Vid Of The Day clock back to last year's Wrinklystock IV and T. Rextasy!
Where The Hart Was 25/11/16
All roads led to Beth Hart at The Royal Festival Hall in London last Wednesday night! Right now, the Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter is riding a creative tidal wave, firing out acclaimed albums, hooking up with the biggest names in music and rocking the house each night with that celebrated burnt-honey voice. Anyway have a gander today at our photo gallery here from the cheap seats!
Insanity 25/11/16
We first caught Lilith and the Knight at London's Borderline in May this year (pictured) and today they release their ferocious debut EP ‘Insanity’ on Red Vixen Records. The EP is brimming with crisp riffs, taut songwriting and killer choruses so check out today's Track Of The Day!
Hart Of The Southbank 24/11/16
"This was the first time I had seen Beth Hart and was unsure whether I would really enjoy her performance, as having listened to material from three of her solo albums and her collaboration with Joe Bonamassa I remained to be convinced about her music – unlike my other half. From first to last this lady gave a powerhouse performance full of energy, and passion coupled with her truly amazing voice and stage presence she gave the audience a totally unforgettable evenings entertainment. Her awesome version of ‘Whole Lotta Love’ would, I believe, have impressed Mr. Plant himself and just when we thought it was all over Beth came out for a second encore and gave a heart rendering rendition of ‘My California’. Outstanding. I left the concert ‘singing’ the ladies’ praises and would definitely see her again. I’m convinced!"
That was John Bull's (not Mr. Rockrpix) take on Beth Hart four year's ago at London's Forum. We saw Beth again at London's Royal Festival Hall last night - so check out today's Vid Of The Day with more pics and a review to come.
Cherry On Top 24/11/16
There’s been some great feedback about Australian band Cherry Grind (Track Of The Day) since they played at Hard Rock Hell X recently. Their debut album 'A Room With A View' is the product of three years of writing and the culmination of ten years of doing the hard yards playing in Australia's infamous pub scene. This band is the new face of Rock 'N' Roll and alongside producer Bob Daisley (Blizzard of Ozz, Rainbow, Black Sabbath) Cherry Grind have created a truly original album for the modern audience. Subsequently A 'Room With A View' has garnered many positive reviews worldwide. Delivering dynamic, high energy live performances that leave the audience wanting more - their first UK tour ends this Friday 25th November at the Cavendish Arms in London.
Absolution's Quay Gig This Saturday 24/11/16
Absolution are just back from their mini European promo tour. The band did a week in Germany playing some club shows to great audiences, then played a few shows in the Netherlands with some live radio sessions including playing the legendary Countdown Cafe show on national radio to an audience of around 300,000 listeners! The guys are due to return to mainland Europe for more shows and festivals in 2017 and are playing one last UK show this year at The Quay Theatre in Sudbury, Suffolk this Saturday 26th November. Make sure you book now as the show is nearly sold out!
Hart Of The Matter 23/11/16
All roads lead to Beth Hart at The Royal Festival Hall in London tonight! Right now, the Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter is riding a creative tidal wave, firing out acclaimed albums, hooking up with the biggest names in music and rocking the house each night with that celebrated burnt-honey voice. Beth’s latest album, 'Fire On The Floor' sees this fiercely self-critical artist describe it as as “pretty frickin’ good”. In April 2015, she released 'Better Than Home': a critical and commercial smash that topped the iTunes Blues Chart and was crowned #4 Best Blues Album Of The Year by Mojo magazine. The release led her to fill Amsterdam’s Heineken Music Hall with 5,500 fans (her largest club show to date).
Electric Daisies 23/11/16
Riveting Hard Rockers The Dead Daisies complete the UK leg of their massive six-week joint-headline UK and European Tour with The Answer at London's Electric Ballroom tonight! Consisting of Doug Aldrich (Whitesnake, Dio), John Corabi (Mötley Crüe, The Scream), Marco Mendoza (Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy), Brian Tichy (Ozzy Osbourne, Foreigner) and David Lowy (Red Phoenix, Mink) - the guys released their captivating new single ‘A Song And A Prayer’ in early November on Spitfire Music / SPV - which is today's Vid Of The Day.
Rock Out On Route 66! 23/11/16
Today's Route 66 Track Of The Day features two tracks off the new album from Mike Zito plus previously unreleased music from Jeff Healey. There's also new tunes from Greg Billings featuring Brian Johnson, Metallica and Manchester band, We Signal Fire, some Prog Rock from Genesis and ELO (pictured) and hot rockin' tunes from The Who, ZZ Top, Jimmy Barnes, Joe Walsh and Fleetwood Mac.
Radio Ga Ga 22/11/16
Well the Queen Extravaganza was created and produced by Queen’s Roger Taylor (pictured) - so the drummer duly introduced the band himself at their London Hammersmith Apollo gig last Sunday night. Ending their special UK tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s iconic album, ‘A Night At The Opera’ - take a look at our photo gallery here. And what with Wrinklystock V just four days away - we also turn our Vid Of The Day clock back to Wrinklystock 2014 - another great tribute to Queen - The Bohemians!
Just 14 Tickets Left For Wrinklystock V 22/11/16
The bad news is that there is no WRC Award winning Rock On The Ridge show this coming Saturday given that Bob & Jules are attending Wrinklystock V - of which there were only 14 tickets remaining as of last night! The good news is that today's Track Of The Day is last Saturday's ROTR show which featured Red Sky Mary, Inglorious (pictured), The Brew, Airbourne, Royal Blood, Dinosaur Pile Up, RavenEye, Scorpion Child, Blowback, Hand Of Dimes, Blacktop Mojo, The Virginmarys, Marcus Malone, Christopher Shayne, Rival Sons, Pearl Handled Revolver, Dead Letter Circus, Avenged Sevenfold and on their introducing stage Rusted Hero.
Northsyde Southside Tonight! 22/11/16
A combination of Rock, Funk and a serious nod to the Blues - Northsyde have grown into a well oiled music machine, capable of entertaining even the most discerning audiences from UK music festivals and supports: Guilfest, London's Ealing Festival and Cambridge Rock Festival, supporting Joe Bonamassa to rocking the stages at Queens Day Festival in Eindhoven, open air weekend festivals in Belgium and Holland and belting it out in Italy. Anyway tonight Northsyde will grace the Tuesday Night Music Club at the Comrades Club, 194 Brighton Road, Coulsdon, Greater London, CR5 2NF.
A Night At The Opera 21/11/16
The WRC took in the Queen Extravaganza at London's Hammersmith Apollo last night. Created and produced by Queen’s Roger Taylor, it ended a special UK tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s iconic album, ‘A Night At The Opera’, long viewed as one of the greatest rock albums of all time, which was played in its entirety from the beginning of the show and in order. Of course the second half continued with all the well-known classics - a doff of the cap to one of the greatest Rock bands of all time. With more pics to come - check out today's Vid Of The Day!
Wrinklystock V - 5 Days & Counting! 21/11/16
Our Wrinklystock V countdown continues today with just five days to go now to our 'Monsters Of Irish Rock' at the Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford on Saturday 26th November which sees headliners Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Thin Lizzy alive. With at the last count, 87% of the tickets sold, make sure you order your tickets now priced £22 here in order that you don't miss out plus don't forget our Wrinklystock V t-shirts on sale here.
Hammersmith Rocks! 20/11/16
Created and produced by Queen’s Roger Taylor, the Queen Extravaganza finally comes to the Hammersmith Apollo tonight, ending a special UK tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of Queen’s iconic album, ‘A Night At The Opera’, long viewed as one of the greatest rock albums of all time. Anyway, we will be there and today's Vid Of The Day is a favourite of a certain WRC interviewer who is also celebrating a birthday today. Happy Birthday!
Soho's Deep Blue Sea 20/11/16
Last week's Blues Sunday at De Hems in Soho saw The Blue Bishops - joined by Sam Kelly and others at the jam session afterwards - at a rammed venue with an astonishing 44,000 tuned in around the world on Facebook Live! Deep Blue Sea (pictured) are gigging today from 3pm to 5pm plus a jam session till 7pm - so get on down. But if not, tune in via Facebook Live - as the whole world's invited through live streaming! For more info go here.
Aural Pleasure 20/11/16
For your aural pleasure today you'll be able to get yer lug'oles around Friday night's latest Blues On The Marsh show. Today's Track Of The Day features Charlie Beale, Rob Tognoni, Mississippi Heat, Little Steve and The Big Beat, Mitch Kashmar, Hurricane Hearn, Phil Bee's Freedom, Tas Cru, Jeremiah Marques and the Blue Aces, King King (pictured), Red Butler, Nine Below Zero, The Rumblestrutters, Clare Sands, Kaz Hawkins, Earl Thomas, Lurrie Bell, plus a tribute to Mose Alison and Leon Russell .
One Week To Wrinklystock V! 19/11/16
Today we turn our Vid Of The Day clock back to November 2012 and our very first Wrinklystock with The Beatlez as our Wrinklystock V countdown continues. We have now just one week to go to our 'Monsters Of Irish Rock' at the Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford on Saturday 26th November which sees headliners Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Thin Lizzy alive. With at the last count, 87% of the tickets sold, make sure you order your tickets now priced £22 here in order that you don't miss out plus don't forget our Wrinklystock V t-shirts on sale here.
2016 WRC Award Nominations Coming Soon! 19/11/16
With the announcement of our 2016 WRC Award nominees on the horizon - it was good to hear from 2015 WRC Award winners The Mentulls yesterday. "We would like to thank everyone who came out and supported the band on our recent European Autumn Tour, it really means alot to us folks - we had a blast. Many thanks also go to the promotors and venues that looked after us all so well. It's been great to meet up with all of our friends and also to meet new people in towns we haven't played before. THANK YOU SO MUCH. Andrew, Jamie, Nick and all the crew." Anyway, appropriately, today's Track Of The Day is part of The Mentulls awesome set at this year's BluesRockfest!
HRH - The Eleventh Coming! 19/11/16
Even as Hard Rock Hell's triumphant flagship celebration of their first decade comes to a close (check out our review here and updated photo gallery here), HRH looks to the future with next year's festival. HRH are proud to announce another kickass, fan-picked line-up between Thursday 9th and Sunday 12th Nov 2017: Australian powerhouse Rockers Airbourne and classic 70's American Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band Y&T (originally formed as Yesterday & Tomorrow, and known as "one of the hardest-working blue-collar bands in Hard Rock history"). From the U.K. come Glaswegian Hard Rockers Gun; also Syteria: the dynamic, female-fronted Rock band from South Yorkshire. Then, adding European flavour to the proceedings, are The New Roses: Germany's most exciting, successful new Rock act!
Hard Rock Hell 10 Review 18/11/16
"The idea of hosting a Rock festival on the inaccessible Welsh Northwest coast in November is, quite frankly, a ridiculous idea. But that is exactly what the team at Hard Rock Hell has been doing successfully for the last 10 years. This year’s anniversary event sold out its 6500 tickets almost before the last one was over. A hardy breed of rockers you might think? Not at all. The holiday camp hosting the event provides two large inside venues with well-stocked and staffed bars as well as smaller venues, assorted concessionaries and comfortable heated and dry accommodation. A far cry from Knebworth 1985 or this year’s Download."
Read the rest of Mother's Hard Rock Hell review from last weekend's festival here, check out our Vid Of The Day plus go to our updated photo gallery here.
Hardwired…To Self-Destruct 18/11/16
Unfortunately we missed out in the ballot to see Metallica performing a very intimate and exclusive London performance at London's House of Vans tonight. In an unprecedented move the band released music videos over the last two days for each song from their new album, 'Hardwired…To Self-Destruct' which is released today. The good news is that you can tune in here at 9pm (GMT) tonight to watch the live stream of the show. On the other hand if you want a live gig then head on down to Leo's Red Lion in Gravesend tonight to see Raveneye supported by the very impressive Wicked Stone (pictured) who we first saw at Ramblin' Man this year.
Blues Brunch 18/11/16
On this week's Blues Club Podcast Track Of The Day, Jim is joined in the studio by fellow Blues Presenter Nigel Day from NCB Radio's Sunday Blues Brunch. Music this week includes tracks from Tas Cru, The McKee Brothers, Beth Hart, JW-Jones, Melissa Etheridge, Paul Carrack, Bruce Springsteen (pictured), Marcia Ball, King King, Simon Campbell, Jack Mack and the Heart Attack Horns, Jonny Lang, Dr. John, Richard Townend & The Mighty Bosscats, Lisa Lystam Family Band, David Bromberg Quintet & Band, Sari Schorr, Roomful of Blues, R.D. Olson, Elles Bailey, Jeremiah Johnson, The Smoke Wagon Blues Band, Red Butler, Sugar Ray and the Bluetones, Enrico Jerimiah Marques, Nine Below Zero, Dave Keller Band, Dawn Tyler Watson, B. B. & The Blues Shacks and more.
Times Have Changed 17/11/16
Ronnie Baker Brooks (Track Of The Day) was born in Chicago, and started playing guitar around age six. At 19, he joined his father Lonnie Brooks, who by then had influenced some of the most well-known Bluesman of our history: Jimmy Reed, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, Johnny Winter and Junior Wells. For 12 years the two would tour together, putting Ronnie out front with Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Buddy Guy and Koko Taylor. 'Times Have Changed', Brooks’ first album in ten years, due to be released on Friday 20th January 2017, carries with it the weight of grown perspective and time spent perfecting old material. Brooks worked it with Steve Jordan, whose work runs from Keith Richards to Stevie Wonder, John Mayer and Eric Clapton. A veritable who's who is guesting on the record, from Big Head Todd & The Monsters mainman Todd Mohr, R&B/Soul singers Bobby “Blue” Bland (one of the last recordings he made) and Angie Stone, legendary guitarists Steve Cropper (Stax, Booker T. & the MG's) and Eddie Willis (Motown, Funk Brothers), rapper Al Kapone, and of course Ronnie's father, Lonnie Brooks.
dottedXlines 17/11/16
This Friday 18th November sees the release of badXchannels (Vid Of The Day) debut EP ‘WHYDFML’ via SharpTone Records. The five-song EP marks the return of alternative heavyweight Craig Owens (Chiodos, The Sound of Animals Fighting, Isles & Glaciers), featuring his iconic rock sound with riveting notes of R&B and Soul.
For All Kings 17/11/16
Legendary New York thrashers Anthrax this year celebrated their 35th anniversary and released their new album 'For All Kings' to widespread critical acclaim. In February 2017 the band will be back on UK soil for their first full UK headline tour in over a decade! These UK dates will see the band perform classic 1987 album 'Among The Living' in its entirety alongside fan favourites. These special shows will mark 30 years of the iconic album, with support from up and coming British metallers The Raven Age.
Glory! Glory! 16/11/16
The WRC first introduced you to Calfornian Rock trio Idlewar in September 2015 and the guys have recently unveiled the video for 'Glory', the latest track to be released from their extremely well received debut album 'Impulse'. Indeed there's less than two weeks to go before the Californians make their live debut in the United Kingdom, and today's Vid Of The Day features Idlewar at rehearsal, jamming songs in preparation for a UK tour with Stone Broken, plus their slot at this year's sold our Rockstock on Saturday 3rd December. With the release of 'Impulse' and last year's 'Dig In' EP, Idlewar are fast becoming renowned for their material's groove laden riffage and incredibly rich hooks, whilst the lyrics reflect on topics that are more than ever relevant to society today.
Wrinklystock V Countdown Continues! 16/11/16
Our Wrinklystock V countdown continues today with now just 11 days to go to our 'Monsters Of Irish Rock' at the Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford on Saturday 26th November which sees headliners Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Thin Lizzy alive. There are now only 39 tickets left - so make sure you order your tickets now priced £22 here in order that you don't miss out plus don't forget our Wrinklystock V t-shirts on sale here.
Route 66's Federal Charm 16/11/16
Federal Charm join host Rory Auskerry in the Route 66 studio for today's Track Of The Day acoustic session and interview. There's also music news, birthdays in Rock and Blues plus tracks from The Stone Roses, Mark Knopfler, Queen & Paul Rodgers (pictured), The Brew and Alter Bridge.
Walking Through The Night 15/11/16
Today's Video Of The Day is the new video released today from Hotei & Iggy Pop for the track ‘Walking Through The Night’. The video is stunningly filmed and follows a man’s nocturnal journey through the seedy back streets of Tokyo, lured by the bright lights of temptation. The track is taken from Hotei's debut UK release 'Strangers', which features an array of high profile guests as well as Iggy including Matt Tuck from Bullet For My Valentine, Richard Z. Kruspe from Rammstein and more. Best known for his song ‘Battle Without Honor Or Humanity’, instantly recognisable as the theme from Quentin Tarantino’s film Kill Bill, Hotei has played alongside The Rolling Stones, David Bowie and many more high profile artists across his career and is heralded by Time Out as “iconic”.
Flawless TNMC 15/11/16
Flawless Carbon, an energetic Blues band from Kent, are a unique blend of British and American Blues Rock. Using the Blues Rock genre as a canvas, influences come from a wide range of other styles - drawing parallels with the likes of Joe Bonamassa and Beth Hart - to John Mayer and Maroon 5, these only scratch at the surface of what has shaped the band’s sound. Flawless Carbon’s unique take on British Blues Rock; powerful, dedicated performance and professionalism, have them standing out from the crowd. So make sure that you get down tonight to see them at 8.30pm at the Tuesday Night Music Club at Hooley Village Club, St Margaret's Road, Coulsdon, Surrey, CR5 3RB!
Flying Solo Again! 15/11/16
Bob was flying solo again on last Saturday night's 2015 WRC Award winning Rock On The Ridge show. Anyway, today's Track Of The Day features Disciples of Babylon, Alter Bridge, Dirty Thrills (pictured), Chase The Ace, Massive Wagons, Aviator Shades, The Brew, Blacktop Mojo, Monster Truck, The Dead Daisies, RavenEye, Albany Down, Dogs of Peace, Kismet Ryding, Blowback, Otherwise, Praying Mantis, Five Finger Death Punch, The Answer, Disturbed, Avenged Sevenfold, Kettle Pot Black and on the introducing stage The Urges!
Kaz Qualifies For Europe! 14/11/16
Congratulations to the Kaz Hawkins Band who won the 3rd UK Blues Challenge at the Robin 2 in Bilston on Saturday night - seing off the strong challenge of Wille & the Bandits, Dove & Boweevil and Rebecca Downes. The band will now be invited to represent the UK at the 7th European Blues Challenge which takes place in Housens, Denmark on 6th, 7th & 8th April 2017 and the 33rd International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee, which runs from 31st January to 4th February 2017!
Here We Go Again 14/11/16
According to Rockrpix photographer John Bull - Bernie Marsden (pictured) was the best thing all weekend at Hard Rock Hell - which ended in Pwllheli, North Wales, on Saturday night. Apparently on a packed out main stage, everyone was singing 'Here I Go Again' - "just fab" said John. Anyway, see today's Massive Vid Of The Day plus our updated Rockrpix photo gallery here.
Under A Blues Sky 14/11/16
This week's Black On Blues Track Of The Day features musicians from the USA, UK and Australia including King Brothers, Simon Kinny Lewis, Maurice John Vaughan, Sara Gee and The Ramblers, Ryk Mead, Mike Zito and King King (pictured).
Hard Rock Hell X 13/11/16
Hard Rock Hell in Pwllheli, North Wales, might have finished last night (see today's Ugly Kid Joe Vid Of The Day plus our updated Rockrpix photo gallery here) - but we still have some coverage to come over the next few days so watch this space!
Blue Sundays At De Hems In Soho 13/11/16
It was to good hear from our mate Graeme Wheatley, who is not only Deep Blue Sea's bass guitarist but now is also co-founder of the new Blues club "Blue Sundays in De Hems Soho", where customers can enjoy a different band every Sunday afternoon. The club runs from 3pm and at 5pm the band host a jam session till 7pm. So if you are lucky enough to live in the greatest city in the world - get on down. But if not, tune in via Facebook Live - as the whole world's invited through live streaming! For more info go here.
Smells Like Trump Did It 13/11/16
Not only did The Simpsons correctly predict that Donald Trump would be President 16 years ago, but so did Kurt Cobain (Track Of The Day) in 1993! Our thanks to Wrinkly The Biker for passing on the following quote from the late Nirvana singer: "In the end I believe my generation will surprise everyone. We already know that both political parties are playing both sides from the middle and we'll elect a true outsider when we fully mature. I wouldn't be surprised if it's not a business tycoon who can't be bought and who does what's right for the people. Someone like Donald Trump as crazy as that sounds."
Hard Rock Hell - Day 3 12/11/16
Today is the final day of the sold out Hard Rock Hell X (Vid Of The Day) which continues in North Wales with Molly Hatchet headlining the main stage. Anyway check out our emerging photo gallery here including Texas Flood (pictured) courtesy of Mr. Rockrpix himself - John Bull!
Route 66 To Nashville! 12/11/16
On today's Route 66 Track Of The Day host Rory Auskerry is joined by JD Simo (pictured) from the Nashville band SIMO for a chat about his new album and the tour he's going on with Federal Charm and Aaron Keylock. There's also lots of music news, birthdays in Rock and tracks from Walter Trout, Bonnie Raitt, Neil Young, Cliff Richard and New Model Army.
And If You're Not Going To HRH ... 12/11/16
And if you are not heading towards Hard Rock Hell today then why not check out The Replicants who are playing The Iron Horse in Sidcup tonight at 9.30pm - just £3 on the door. Alternatively at the Robin 2 in Bilston tonight its the 3rd UK Blues Challenge with four bands slugging it out to represent the UK at the European and International Blues Challenges in 2017. Good luck to Wille & the Bandits on stage 7.45pm, Dove & Boweevil on stage 8.30pm, Kaz Hawkins on stage 9.15pm and Rebecca Downes on stage 10pm. May the best band win!
John Verity/Matt Edwards Band Tonite! 11/11/16
We first introduced you to the Matt Edwards Band just over a year ago - so it was good to hear from Matt recently. Currently he is writing his third album - the follow up to Four Berry Jam (today's Vid Of The Day) - with their distinctive, original, alternative Blues Rock sound. Of course WRC favourite John Verity needs no introduction - and both JV and Matt's band are playing the Bingley Arts Centre tonight. What great value for your money!
Hard Rock Hell - Day 2 11/11/16
The sold out Hard Rock Hell X continues (picture Day 1 courtesy of Rockrpix) in North Wales today with Ugly Kid Joe headlining the main stage. Also gracing the Riffage Stage at 5pm are JoanovArc who we saw at The Black Heart in Camden on Wednesday of which we have a photo gallery available from their set here which included tracks from their new album released today 'Ride Of Your Life' plus guest appearances from John Altman, Adam Barron (on 'With A Little Help From My Friends') and Dave 'Bucket' Colwell (on 'Rock And Roll'). Meanwhile, other releases today include Rik Emmett & RESolution9's new album 'RES9' and Federal Charm (who we will be seeing on Wednesday 7th December) release 'Silhouette’ - a stand-alone digital single.
Audrey Calls The Tune! 11/11/16
Today's Blues Club Podcast Track Of The Day has another two hours of non-stop tunes with More Music and Less Chat. In fact this week's varied Playlist has been selected by Jim's wife Audrey which includes Brian Setzer, Bob Seger, Seasick Steve, Charlotte Yanni, Little River Band, Imelda May, Free, Patti Smith, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jo Harman, Keb' Mo', Tom Jones & Jools Holland, Mario Biondi, Rag’n’Bone Man, Tom Gee, Caro Emerald, King King, Tape Five, Elkie Brooks, The King's Parade, Laura Holland, Carlos Santana, Cyndi Lauper, Thin Lizzy (pictured), Vargas Blues Band, Paris Combo, Alison Moyet, Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes, B. B. & The Blues Shacks and more,
JB's In The Picture 10/11/16
The sold out Hard Rock Hell X begins in North Wales at 5pm this evening with Hayseed Dixie headlining. With more than 50 bands from around the globe descending on Pwllheli for their 10th anniversary, Mr. Rockrpix John Bull has driven all the way up there so watch out for some of John's usual fantastic pics over the coming days. Meanwhile, Kindred are set to headline the inaugural HRH Metal (pictured), alongside Sodom, Raging Speedhorn, Evile, Lawnmower Deth, Hell, Winterfylleth and over 30 other metal bands from around Europe. HRH Metal is already over 80% sold and will take place at the O2 Academy, Birmingham, on the weekend of 11th and 12th February 2017.
Heart Of The Matter 10/11/16
We were at Camden's The Black Heart last night for a special album launch of JoanovArc's new raw and raunchy 'Ride Of Your Life' album which is due to be released tomorrow Friday 11th November. JoanovArc will now take to the road for their most extensive headline tour yet - but in the meantime check out today's Vid Of The Day with more photos to come.
Boston Tea Party 10/11/16
Black Orchid Empire (Track Of The Day) kick off their UK headline tour with a special album launch show at London's Boston Music Room in Tufnell Park tonight. The London-based rock trio will release 'Archetype' their new album tomorrow Friday 11th November. Black Orchid Empire have performed alongside heavyweights such as Biffy Clyro, Skunk Anansie, Feeder and Editors and include previous members of highly-acclaimed groups Queen Adreena and Cape Fear. They have enjoyed significant support for their previous singles, having been playlisted on Kerrang! TV, Kerrang! Radio, Planet Rock and Total Rock.
Blues Pills Review 9/11/16
"The keyboard intro on 'Lady In Gold' - the first and title track from their new CD - not only demonstrated a natural progression and welcome addition to Blues Pills arsenal, but also threw in an ingredient of soul as well as an immediate opportunity for Sorriaux to get in some early guitar chops and for Elin to demonstrate her vocal power and range. Despite the fact that the PA went down for about a minute on the second track from 'LIG' 'Little Boy Preacher' - Blues Pills prayers were answered as they manfully soldiered on thanks to Sorriaux's penetrating guitar riff and Kvarnström pounding drumming. Kvarnström's drum intro heralded the third track from the new album 'Bad Talkers' which showcased the rapport of Larsson's soulful voice and the 70's feel of Sorriaux's guitar, before melting into a fourth straight track from their new album - the groovy and upbeat 'Won't Go Back' - further reaffirming Blues Pills confidence in their new release. Former single 'Black Smoke' took us back to that wet July day last year - taken from their self titled debut album - the appeal of Sorriaux's weaving guitar still as hypnotising tonight as it was then."
Read the rest of AJ's's Blues Pills review from last Sunday's London Koko gig here plus go to our photo gallery here.
Wrinklystock V Countdown 9/11/16
Our Wrinklystock V countdown continues today with just 18 days to go to our 'Monsters Of Irish Rock' at the Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford on Saturday 26th November which sees headliners Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Thin Lizzy alive. In fact we visited the MJC today (pictured) and were advised that there are now only 52 tickets left - so make sure you order your tickets now priced £22 here in order that you don't miss out plus don't forget our Wrinklystock V t-shirts on sale here.
Ride Of Your Life Launch 9/11/16
To celebrate the release of their raw and raunchy 'Ride Of Your Life' album, JOANovARC will take to the road for their most extensive headline tour yet. The tour includes a special album launch show in London at The Black Heart in Camden tonight, where the band “will be sharing the stage with some very special rock icons!" - and we will be there. Elsewhere tonight Devonshire three-piece Reigning Days (Vid Of The Day) are headlining the The Old Blue Last in Shoreditch whilst Chicago band The Last Vegas (Track Of The Day) are performing at The Underworld in Camden.
Johnossi Sell Out Tonight! 8/11/16
Swedish duo Johnossi are now breaking internationally. The band are already a major live draw in Germany and have sold out their headline London show tonight at Hoxton Square Bar & Kitchen. Our Vid Of The Day ‘Weak Spots’ is the latest song to be taken from their brand new EP 'Air Is Free' out today via Polydor/Universal. The video was filmed during their recent headline show in front of 10,000 fans at Gröna Lund, Stockholm. ‘Weak Spots’ is a booming, stadium-sized rock anthem, which features electrifying performances from commanding frontman John Engelbert and hard-hitting drummer Oskar “Ossi” Bonde.
Koko Photo Gallery 8/11/16
With a review waiting in the wings, today check out our Koko photo gallery here from Sunday night with a truly international cast of Slovenia's Slay Train, the Sabbath-style riff of Germany's Kadavar and of course the Swedish Psychedelic, Blues and Hard Rock of Blues Pills.
Fireworks At Rock On The Ridge! 8/11/16
Today's Rock On The Ridge Track Of The Day - originally broadcast on Saturday night in celebration of Bonfire Night includes Avenged Sevenfold, Valley of the Sun, Shaman's Harvest, Blood Ceremony, Palace Of The King, Mason Hill, American Mafia, Whitesnake/David Coverdale, The Black Marbles, The Answer, Rich Robinson, Black Stone Cherry, Nickelback, (pictured), Bad Touch, Otherwise, Southern Isolation and on their Introducing stage We Three Kings.
Lady In Gold 7/11/16
We first saw up and coming multi-national rockers Blues Pills at Ramblin' Man Fair in July 2015 and last night we caught them again at London's Koko. Following the release this year of their much anticipated album 'Lady in Gold', the band's mix of Psychedelic, Blues and Hard Rock - featuring Zack Anderson (bass), André Kvarnström (drums), vocalist Elin Larsson and guitarist Dorian Sorriaux – transported us once again back to the halcyon ‘70’s! Anyway, check out today's Vid Of The Day with more pics and a review to come including support bands Kadavar and Stray Train.
Are You Going To HRH? 7/11/16
If you want to go to the sold out Hard Rock Hell X in North Wales this coming Thursday until Saturday then we might have some good news for you! With more than 50 bands from around the globe descending on Pwllheli for their 10th anniversary, the line up includes Bernie Marsden, Ugly Kid Joe, Broken Witt Rebels, JoanovArc, SOIL, Mason Hill, Red Spekor, Massive, Aaron Buchanan And The Cult Classics and Welcome Back Delta. Just message us in the contact box below and we will give you more details!
300 Shows Young! 7/11/16
Today's Black On Blues Track Of The Day is their 300th show which features another popular Blues women special including Val Starr & The Blues Rocket, Kat & Co (pictured), Tracy K, Peach, Marcia Ball, Petra Bornerova and Robin Rogers.
Good Company 6/11/16
"Bad Company have so many better songs in their set besides the radio hits and ‘Electricland’ showed that with its moody verse and truly soaring chorus that highlighted Rodger’s effortless vocal range to perfection as he played piano from the back of the stage. This was spine-tingling stuff. ‘Burnin’ Sky’ showed the darker side of the band as the atmospherics were enhanced by some effective projections onto the huge video screens. There was no mid set lull to be seen with the following ‘Run With The Pack’ and the band also shone with their version of Mott the Hoople's ‘Ready For Love’ keeping the tempo running."
Read the rest of Wrinkly The Silver's Bad Company review from last Saturday's London O2 Arena gig here, go to our photo gallery here and check out our Vid Of The Day!
Blues Pills At Koko Tonite! 6/11/16
"However, everyone was in agreement that our first port of call would be the Classic Rock Stage to see Swedish rock band Blues Pills, featuring Zack Anderson (bass), André Kvarnström (drums), vocalist Elin Larsson and guitarist Dorian Sorriaux. Their 35 minute set kicked off with former single ‘High Class Woman’ – a former WRC Vid Of The Day – the power and range of Elin’s voice evident all throughout the set - the perfect foil for Dorian’s mix of Psychedelic, Blues and Hard Rock – transporting us back to the halcyon ‘70’s. Appropriately these guys have been on the Nuclear Blast label since 2013 and their set list included five more tracks: ‘Ain’t No Chance’, ‘No Hope Left For Me’, ‘Elements And Things’, ‘Little Sun’ and finished with another former single ‘Black Smoke’. The crowd had almost forgotten about the rain and wanted more. So many stages – so little time – but a very promising start to the day."
That was AJ's take on Blues Pills at Ramblin' Man last year and we're off to see them again tonight at London's Koko. Watch out for a Vid Of The Day, pics and a review over the coming days!
Amazing Blues On the Marsh 6/11/16
Today's Blues On The Marsh Track Of The Day - originally broadcast on Friday night, features the usual, the unusual, the awesome and downright amazing Blues that has dared to venture its way to the Marshman's humble abode! Prepare to hear music from King King (pictured), Red Butler, Jeremiah Marques and Nine Below Zero along with Band Of Friends, The Mike Eldred Trio, Lurrie Bell, Chicago 9 , Bobby Rush, Giles Robson, Kat and Co, Israel Nash, Frankie Miller, Lightnin' Charlie, Richard Townend and The Mighty Bosscats, Gwyn Ashton, Mike Zito, Mississippi MacDonald and The Cottonmouth Kings plus Kev plays tracks from one of the most underrated Blues guys this country has produced, Lonnie Donegan, in rememberance of his passing on 3rd November 2002 . Also in the mix is birthday boy Sonny Rhodes!
Rich Kid Blues 5/11/16
"All the staples of a Terry show are present and correct; 'Seed Of Memory', 'To Be Treated Right', 'Without Expression', 'Raging Storm' and of course, 'Rich Kid Blues' interspersed with anecdotes of adventures on the road with various luminaries, Keith Richards being one (whom he caught up with recently at “Oldchella”) and a smuttering of covers, 'Time Slips Away' (Willie Nelson), 'Bend In The River' (Marty Robbins) and a fabulous version of 'Don’t Worry Baby' (Beach Boys)."
Read the rest of Steven Hancock's Terry Reid review from Thursday's Half Moon Putney gig here plus go to our photo gallery here.
Larry's Benefit Gig Tonight! 5/11/16
Storm Warning are hosting a benefit gig for Larry Miller (Vid Of The Day) tonight at The Boom Boom Club in Sutton, Surrey. Doors will open at 7pm and the live music will start sharp at 7.30pm. Catfish and Salvation Jayne will play short sets followed by Storm Warning who feature Larry's bass player Derek White and keyboard man Ian Salisbury. After the interval various members of Storm Warning will provide the backing band for a host of guests including Troy Redfern, Stevie Smith, Todd Sharpville, Marcus Flynn and Elisha Blue. Larry has said he's really grateful to all these great musicians who are giving up their time to help him. The night is also the official launch of Larry's new CD titled 'Larry Miller' which will be on sale - along with Larry's new T Shirt! It's going to be one hell of a night of Blues Rock for Larry who has fans coming from as far as Scotland and The Netherlands. If you can, please go along and support Larry and the musicians playing.
Saturday Blues Club 5/11/16
This week's Blues Club Podcast Track Of The Day has another two hours of non-stop Best in Blues with More Music and Less Chat featuring New Releases, Classic Tracks, UK Independent Blues Broadcasters Association Presenter's Picks and more. On the show this week are Deb Ryder, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Ian Siegal, Mitch Kashmar, Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials, Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings, Beth Hart, Frankie Miller, Mike Zito, King King, Malaya Blue, Red Butler (pictured), The Record Company, David Bromberg Quintet & Band, Vaneese Thomas, Rattlin Bone, Club des Belugas, Jo Harman, Nine Below Zero, Lol Goodman Band, The Movers, Norah Jones, Eddie Martin, Enrico Jerimiah Marques, Colin James, Brad Absher & Swamp Royale, Richard Townend & The Mighty Bosscats, Bill Blue, Sugar Ray and the Bluetones, Lurrie Bell, B. B. & The Blues Shacks and more.
Superlungs 4/11/16
We caught Terry Reid, or 'Superlungs' as he’s affectionately known, at the Half Moon, Putney, last night - just over a week after he performed at 'An Evening For Jack'. We last saw Terry perform with his band at the same venue just over four years ago - carrying the reputation of one of the greatest Rock/Soul voices the UK has ever produced or is indeed likely to. Recently, Terry’s been working with up and coming French band Shine and The Alabama 3. Anyway four years down the line - and with a review and more pics to come - check out todays Vid Of The Day from last night's gig.
Resonate 4/11/16
"Given the fact that 'Heavy' was a released as a public taster on Youtube at the end of September - my only concern was whether the rest of the album would stand up to the subtlety, production and sound of this quality opener. Step forward 'My Town' which continued to carry 'Resonate's' torch with Pontus Enborg's pounding drum opening and a to die for driving guitar riff and solo from Andersen - the perfect vehicle for Hughes to flit between a soft and hard vocal. Guitar feedback heralded the arrival of 'Flow' with another stand out guitar/organ riff and another opportunity for Glenn to open his tonsils - although a common theme throughout 'Resonate' is the unexpected direction that some tracks take - on this occasion the delicate mid-section harmony that builds into a awesome combination of another Andersen solo complemented by the amazing 'purplesque' keys of Doley. For mine the track of the album - follow that. Initially taking their foot of the accelerator on 'Let It Shine' - this track deceptively creeps up on you into a real ace rocker - again with the combination of Hughes, Andersen and Doley in overdrive."
Check out the whole of AJ's Glenn Hughes 'Resonate' CD review here which is released today plus see our Track Of The Day.
Skydogs 4/11/16
Explosive Belgian Rockers The Sore Losers release today their new album 'Skydogs' through Ultra Elektric Records. Produced by Grammy Award winner Dave Cobb, 'Skydogs' was released earlier in the year to huge critical acclaim in Benelux, and now gets a full international release. Recorded in only ten days in Vox Ton Studios in Berlin, 'Skydogs' is The Sore Losers third full-length album, and comes bursting with energy, dirty riffs and rock‘n’roll vocals reminiscent of Led Zeppelin and early Black Sabbath, combined with the attitude of The Ramones. Opening with the ‘70's psych anthem ‘Blood Moon Shining’, with its fully loaded back beat and swirling hypnotic riffery, the album is a ten-track groove-monster, featuring Belgian hit singles ‘Cherry Cherry’ and ‘Emily’.
Like An Arrow 3/11/16
"It’s likely Blackberry Smoke will never entirely break free of the Lynyrd Skynyrd comparisons attached to the dueling guitars/keyboards sound they traffic in. Still, there is stylistic room to roam. Songs such as the tough, sinewy riff heavy title track, the Bad Company/Brit rock inspired opening 'Waiting for the Thunder' with its crashing drums, greasy riffs and arm-waving chorus, the grinding rocker 'Ought to Know' and blue collar anthem 'Working for a Working Man' are some of the hardest, most powerful tracks in Smoke’s studio history. All of these sound tailored made for the live shows without a doubt."
Check out the whole of Wrinkly The Silver's Blackberry Smoke 'Like An Arrow' CD review here plus see today's Vid Of The Day.
Reid Moon 3/11/16
"Open your eyes and there is this ramshackle wrinkly rocker who could be anyone’s grandad who has got up to do a turn after having too many sherbets on Xmas day!! Add to that as the night wore on his talking voice resembled more and more Keith Richards and you can see what a confusing character he is. Anyway on to the show and after a lengthy preamble (something we would get used to as the evening wore on) Reid launches into 'Raging Storm' which I have to confess was my favourite song of the night. What this track did show was the quality of his guitar playing and his voice despite his advancing years."
That was part of Wrinkly's take on Terry Reid at the Half Moon, Putney, four years ago (pictured) and Terry returns to the same venue this evening following his guest appearance at 'An Evening For Jack' last week.
Wrinkly's Outlaws 3/11/16
And talking of Wrinkly - his WRC ten best gigs '60 Years On Tour' t-shirt (pictured) features The Outlaws (Track Of The Day) supporting The Who at Charlton in 1976. Forty years later, the Southern Rock legends have celebrated triumphs, endured tragedies and survived legal nightmares to remain one of the most influential and best-loved bands of the genre. It’s a band of brothers bound together by history, harmony and the road. It’s about a group that respects its own legacy while refusing to be defined by its past. But most of all, it’s about playing live, playing for their audience. The sextet proves just how well this combination works with ‘Legacy Live’, their brand new double live DigiPak CD, scheduled for release on Friday 11th November on Steamhammer/SPV.
Song Auction Raises £150 For Charity 2/11/16
A big WRC thank you to all of you that made a bid in our U2 (Vid Of The Day) song auction - with an excellent £150 going to our nominated charities. Our Wrinklystock V countdown still continues today with just 25 days to go to our 'Monsters Of Irish Rock' at the Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford on Saturday 26th November which sees headliners Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Thin Lizzy alive. With now just 55 tickets left - make sure you order your tickets now priced £22 here in order that you don't miss out plus don't forget our Wrinklystock V t-shirts on sale here.
Route 66 Touch Base 2/11/16
This week's Route 66 Track Of The Day includes an interview with Bad Touch (pictured) lead singer Stevie Westwood. The band release their second studio album ‘Truth Be Told’ at the beginning of December and a couple of tracks on the album have been remixed by the legendary Rolling Stones engineer and co-producer Chris Kimsey. Also on the show - Classic Rock hits from Saxon, Molly Hatchet, Fastway and Canned Heat plus host Rory Auskerry also brings you music news and this week's rockin’ birthdays.
Bandits Scoop BCMA Awards 2/11/16
The 10th BCMA Awards (British Country Music Awards) were held at the Heston Venue nr. Heathrow, London last weekend. Jess & The Bandits - who the WRC photographed at both last year's Ramblin' Man and at The Borderline - won both the Entertainer of the Year and Group of the Year. 2016 marked the band’s debut headline tour, another summer of festival appearances and the release of a deluxe edition of their debut album, which once again entered the Official Country Charts Top 20.
'An Evening For Jack' Review 1/11/16
"Whispering Bob Harris returned to his '70's BBC stomping ground by introducing Eddie Reader who sang 'My Love Is Like A Red Red Rose' followed by Paul Young with Clem Clempson on guitar and Corky Laing on drums on 'Born Under A Bad Sign'. The first big hitter of the evening was 'White Room' with Terry Reid on vocals, supported by Chris Spedding, Mo Foster and of course Mick Taylor playing that classic guitar solo on his Les Paul. Jack's granddaughter Maya Sage was also on backing vocals - who also later sang later 'Out Into The Fields' accompanied by Gary Moore's son Jack! If there was ever a song that epitomised the roots of both Brown and Bruce it has to be 'Politician'. Pete's passion and delivery in a red fiery shirt left you in no doubt of his political persuasion - a song centred around the '60's Profumo scandal - this time performed with Neil Murray on bass and Bernie Marsden on guitar. Superb."
Read the rest of AJ's 'An Evening For Jack' review from last Tuesday's Shepherd's Bush Empire gig here plus see our photo gallery here and our Vid Of The Day!
November WRC Bulletin Out Today 1/11/16
Today's November 2016 WRC e-mail Bulletin not only looks forward to Wrinklystock 5 in just 26 days time, but we also look ahead to November gigs from Terry Reid, Blues Pills, Queen Extravaganza, Beth Hart, King King and Airbourne. Phew! We also look back at our October gigs including Diamond Head, An Evening For Jack, Brit Floyd, Robin Trower, Nickelback, Bad Company, Amor & Fisk and Broken Witt Rebels plus new CD reviews of Aynsley Lister, Eric Johnson, GT's Boos Band and Halfway To New York. Remember just go here to sign up for FREE membership where you can get discounts on selected gigs and merchandise! And if you are not currently on our e-mail circulation list then please send us your details in the contact box below!
In Case You Missed It! 1/11/16
Today's Track Of The Day is the 2015 WRC Award winning Rock On The Ridge show originally broadcast on Saturday night. So sit back and listen to Tygers Of Pan Tang, Creed, Illustr8ors, 21 Octayne, Glenn Hughes, The Irontown Diehards, The Greasy Slicks, Buckcherry, Royal Bliss, Austin Gold, Captain Crimson, The Black Marbles, Jack J. Hutchinson, Diamond Head (pictured), Thrice, Federal Charm, Nothing More, Avenged Sevenfold and on their introducing stage BluesRockFest's John Doe Blues Trio.