Wilko Johnson

[The Nal]

I used to have to duck to get out of the way of Wilko's guitar....

[Guest]

Ever meet him Tonyo?

[eFestivals]

(thanks guys for getting it back on topic, I should have kept my gob shut in the first place. one day I might learn).

[Ted Dansons Wig]

(thanks guys for getting it back on topic, I should have kept my gob shut in the first place. one day I might learn).

Edited January 10, 2013 by Ted Dansons Wig

[The Nal]

So Tony - they opened for you?

Regarding him being odd, he was a total speed freak wasn't he? Goes with the territory. Erratic behaviour.

Can I suggest somebody posts the version of Roxette from Whistle Test to back up the Cell Block 9 one?

Edited January 10, 2013 by The Nal

[Mardy]

That clip of roxette is great, but I think this one is even better, full on Wilko starey-eyed madness (especially in the second song) and Lee's grubby white suit. Just beautiful

[Ted Dansons Wig]

So Tony - they opened for you?

Regarding him being odd, he was a total speed freak wasn't he? Goes with the territory. Erratic behaviour.

You can

[Ted Dansons Wig]

That clip of roxette is great, but I think this one is even better, full on Wilko starey-eyed madness (especially in the second song) and Lee's grubby white suit. Just beautiful

[The Nal]

That clip of roxette is great, but I think this one is even better, full on Wilko starey-eyed madness (especially in the second song) and Lee's grubby white suit. Just beautiful

Edited January 10, 2013 by The Nal

[Guest]

So Tony - they opened for you?

Edited January 10, 2013 by tonyblair

[sparkythetortoise]

Bad news with the terminal cancer. A real character and a cracking guitarist. Hope he keeps fighting and they find a space for him somewhere.

[bonosbaby25]

Real sad news about Wilko, I've been lucky enough to see him a couple of times. A lovely man and brilliant performer..

[whisty]

This is terrible, terrible news, particularly when you think that Lee Brilleaux also died of cancer, as did his wife Irene. As a South East Essex boy I spent many a happy hour being knocked about in the mosh pit at Crocs in Rayleigh or the Crown in Southend, unaware that our local boys were destined to kick start the punk revolution. Having bored the arse off anyone that would listen over the last thirty years - that they were the greatest band that ever walked on the planet, it has been good to see them latterly getting the recognition they deserve. Nice that Wilko got to see at bit of that, I suppose. To anyone who hasn't seen in, can I recommend "Oil City Confidential" which is largely narrated by Wilko. A great film about a great band.

[sparkythetortoise]

I'm not that many miles away from those places & have a lot of affection for Dr Feelgood although I never saw them in the early days I did manage it late 80s early 90s at Westcliff. Thanks for the movie recommendation, never knew about that

[Guest]

Incredible stuff mate.

Any guitar players out there, carry the torch!

Edited January 11, 2013 by tonyblair

[whisty]

PS. Pretty sure I saw Wilko at the Grand Hotel - that was a good venue - and in Westcliffe I think. Is it still going?

[5co77ie]

farewell gigs announced:

http://www.egigs.co.uk/index.php?a=14339

[ancient_one]

A few places are saying that these 4 farewell gigs are with Dr Feelgood. Does anyone know that for sure? Sounds a bit unlikely, unless John B Sparks & The Big Figure are going to appear as guests - can't imagine he would "re-form" with the current line-up, as none of them were in the band with him.

His own website doesn't mention it, so has somebody got the wrong end of the stick?

[Guest]

A few places are saying that these 4 farewell gigs are with Dr Feelgood. Does anyone know that for sure? Sounds a bit unlikely, unless John B Sparks & The Big Figure are going to appear as guests - can't imagine he would "re-form" with the current line-up, as none of them were in the band with him.

His own website doesn't mention it, so has somebody got the wrong end of the stick?

[grumpyhack]

If you've not heard it you might want to catch an interview with Wilko on Radio 4's Front Row yesterday. Amazing hearing a man talk about how alive he's felt since his diagnosis.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01q03qs

Edited January 26, 2013 by grumpyhack

[drewsstrat]

Hope his last gigs get broadcast. First time a farewell tour is really that..

[whisty]

Hope his last gigs get broadcast. First time a farewell tour is really that..

[1waveydavey]

I'm going to Koko - bracing myself for a very emotional gig.

[504329lt]

Saw him last night at Holmefirth Picturedrome. Fantastic gig and a humbling experience to see someone so brave.

Maybe he could be persuaded to play Glastonbury?

[CaledonianGonzo]

If he's still well enough they really should try to get him a slot on the Pyramid. Last night in Glasgow was fantastic.