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ABS AGENCY & www.thegigcartel.com presents WILKO JOHNSON + Special Guests 24 HOUR BOX OFFICE: 0844 478 0898 BOOK ONLINE: www.thegigcartel.com TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY 21st JANUARY Wilko Johnson , guitarist and founding member of Dr. Feelgood , will perform four farewell concerts in the UK during March 2013. The news follows last week’s official statement on Wilko’s Facebook page that he has been diagnosed with terminal cancer of the pancreas and has chosen not to undergo chemotherapy. Says Wilko’s manager, Robert Hoy, “The four UK dates represent an opportunity for Wilko to express his sincere thanks to his fans for all the support he has had over his long career.” The tour starts Wednesday March 6 at London Koko , followed by Bilston Robin 2 (March 7) , Holmfirth Picturedrome (March 8) and Glasgow o2 ABC (March 9) . Tickets go on sale Monday January 21 .  Box Office - 0844 478 0898 , www.thegigcartel.com...

Following the release of Wilko Johnson’s autobiography, Looking Back At Me , the legendary former guitarist of Dr Feelgood , who’s influenced everyone from Joe Strummer and Mick Jones to Steve Albini , is pleased to announce an Autumn 2012 UK Tour with special guest Virgil and the Accelerators . Tickets are on sale from the 24 hour box office: 0844 478 0898 and www.eventim.co.uk . The tour gets underway at the Bath Komedia on October 11th . Described by Wilko as a “fractured autobiography,” Looking Back At Me , co-written with Zoe Howe , is published this month by Cadiz Music . Click HERE for more info about the book. After pioneering the Feelgood’s distinctive mid 70s, pre-punk British R&B sound (which had a significant impact on the British punk rock music), Wilko went on to play guitar for Ian Dury and the Blockheads. His current touring band features current Blockhead members Norman Watt-Roy (bass guitar), and Dylan Howe (drums). Click HERE ...

Due for release on Wednesday 30th May 2012 - Looking Back At Me is the unique, vibrant and hotly anticipated autobiography of former Dr Feelgood guitarist, British R&B legend and proto-punk pioneer Wilko Johnson, written and collated with acclaimed music writer Zoë Howe. Fascinating, funny, deeply personal and visually compelling, Looking Back At Me is a fascinating rock 'n' roll scrapbook and oral history, and genuine treasure trove, marking the first time Wilko has told his story, no holds barred. Within these colourful pages, the Canvey Island raised guitarist shares his recollections on everything from his Essex childhood and his Indian odyssey as a hippy, to the wild, turbulent days of Dr Feelgood and Ian Dury and The Blockheads, to his current band featuring Norman Watt-Roy (bass) and Dylan Howe (drums). Wilko also expands on his love for astronomy, art, literature, clouds, poetry, sci-fi, and Shakespeare; making him the ...

Due for release on Wednesday 30th May 2012 - Looking Back At Me is the unique, vibrant and hotly anticipated autobiography of former Dr Feelgood guitarist, British R&B legend and proto-punk pioneer Wilko Johnson, written and collated with acclaimed music writer Zoë Howe. Fascinating, funny, deeply personal and visually compelling, Looking Back At Me is a fascinating rock 'n' roll scrapbook and oral history, and genuine treasure trove, marking the first time Wilko has told his story, no holds barred. Within these colourful pages, the Canvey Island raised guitarist shares his recollections on everything from his Essex childhood and his Indian odyssey as a hippy, to the wild, turbulent days of Dr Feelgood and Ian Dury and The Blockheads, to his current band featuring Norman Watt-Roy (bass) and Dylan Howe (drums). Wilko also expands on his love for astronomy, art, literature, clouds, poetry, sci-fi, and Shakespeare; making him the ...

ABS AGENCY & www.thegigcartel.com presents WILKO JOHNSON APRIL 2012 UK TOUR With very special guests 'Virgil and the Accelerators' 24 HOUR BOX OFFICE: 0844 478 0898 BOOK ONLINE: www.thegigcartel.com TICKETS ON SALE FROM FRIDAY 28th OCTOBER Following his recent TV appearance on BBC 2 Television's Later With Jools Holland , "Wilko Johnson" , the legendary former guitarist of Dr. Feelgood , who has influenced everyone from Joe Strummer, Mick Jones to Steve Albini, is pleased to announce and extensive April 2012 15-date UK tour with very special guests Virgil and the Accelerators . Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday October 28th at 10am via the 24 hour box office: 0844 478 0898 or can be booked online: www.thegigcartel.com . Fans that can't wait until Friday can take advantage of a special 48 Hour Pre-sale on Wednesday October 26th from 10am via www.eventim.co.uk and www.ents24.com . The tou...

Wilko Johnson (born John Wilkinson, 12 July 1947, Canvey Island, Essex) is an English guitarist and songwriter, particularly associated with the UK rhythm and blues band Dr. Feelgood in the 1970s. Get Facebook support for your favorite band or venue - click HERE