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Of course the big news story as the WRC headed down to Brighton on Saturday was Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl who sustained "at least one fracture" when he fell off the stage during a concert in Gothenburg, Sweden. Consequently they cancelled the Pinkpop Festival in Landgraaf, Netherlands, last night and tonight's show at the AFG Arena in St Gallen, Switzerland. Foo Fighters fans (including the WRC this Saturday) now face several nervous days waiting for news about the fate of gigs at Wembley stadium and Glastonbury. A spokesman for Wembley stadium said: “We are aware of the incident last night involving Dave Grohl and are in contact with the event organisers, who at this stage have no further information. “As soon as we have news from the artiste this will be made public.”

Just a reminder that Malcom & Jim's latest Blues Club podcast is now available here and will also be available shortly as our Track Of The Day!

Celebrated Blues rock master Joe Bonamassa is gearing up to deliver a musical tribute to the Three Kings of Blues: Albert, B.B., and Freddie! The 'Three Kings Tour' will be an action-packed, brand new live show this summer during the GRAMMY ® -nominated guitarist and singer-songwriter’s first ever U.S. amphitheater tour. To get JB's free download of 'Don't Burn Down That Bridge', 'Someday After A While (You'll Be Sorry)' and 'Chains & Things' just go here.

OK we realise it's April 1st but the WRC are pleased to announce that we are now indeed official ticket ambassadors for the Ramblin' Man Fair - no kiddin'! Initially we can save WRC members the cost of their booking fee e.g. £5.50 on a £60 ticket but ultimately (if we sell enough tickets :-) we hope to save members money on your ticket price as well. Go here for ticket information then simply contact us below with your ticket requirements and we will get back to you. And it's still not too late to become a WRC member - simply fill out a form here and we'll subsequently send you a WRC members card. Including the Scorpions (our Video Of The Day) plus the best in Rock, Prog, Country and Blues in Maidstone, Kent, over the weekend of 25th/26th July - it's going to be an awesome festival!

Members are reminded that they can use their cards to get discounted £9 admission at The Eel Pie Club tonight to see Alan Darby! Doors open at 8.30pm at the venue at The Patch, 67 London Road, Twickenham TW1 3SZ, with the band due on stage at 9.15pm. Alan Darby's Guitars Deluxe made their debut performance at the Club in September 2014 and the audience begged for a repeat performance - and they've got it! Having toured extensively in the past with Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, Robert Palmer and Asia - Alan is joined on guitars by Jake Zaitz (Mick Jagger, Joe Louis Walker, Dana Gillespie, Ian Siegal) and Artie Zaitz (Pee Wee Ellis, Earl Green, Alex Garnett, Gary Crosby). They are complemented by the cool rhythm section including Matt Round on bass (Jeff Lynne, James Morrison, Billy Bragg) and Evan Jenkins on drums (Eric Clapton, Mick Jagger, Matt Schofield). Deeply rooted in Blues, the 3-guitar interplay turns this combo into a mini orchestra with seductive counterpoint riffing and sophisticated harmonic combinations. And oh yes - accordingly Alan is our 'Track Of The Day'!

Voted into 'Blues In Britain’s Gallery of Greats' - having won drummer of the year five years in a row - Sam Kelly leads his band from behind the kit in Coulsdon tonight at 8.30pm. Having played with such greats as Chaka Khan, Dr. John, Robert Plant, Desmond Decker, Paul Jones, Imelda May and Gary Moore (amongst many others!) his experience crosses all genres and boundaries. Out front he has two more greats in the persons of legendary bassist and vocalist Spy Austin and sought after guitarist and vocalist Tony Qunta. Expect a night of soul and reggae tinged Blues as this trio sweep away your preconceptions and get your feet moving!

Jeff Lynne's ELO will be performing with Ed Sheeran as part of an all-star moment with Herbie Hancock, John Mayer and The Roots' Questlove at the 57th Grammy Awards this Sunday 8th February. The recently reunited ELO ('Track Of The Day'), which played its first full show in 28 years in London this past September, features founding members Lynne and keyboardist Richard Tandy. The appearance is likely a precursor to a new album and U.S. tour later this year.

We're still buzzing at Wrinkly Towers even though it's over a week after SIMO's awesome Barfly gig. We also managed to catch JD, Adam and Elad for a backstage interview before they went on stage. In fact the audio was so good that we canned the idea of a written interview and instead produced a 17 minute Wrinklycast which is today's Track Of The Day! We hope that you like it and don't forget to also check out our review here and photo gallery here. And make sure that you catch SIMO at Ramblin' Man on Sunday 24th July!

"But, generally this 14th ELO album is a pleasing album showcasing some of Lynne’s best work as a multi-instrumentalist and songwriter since the 80’s. ‘Alone in the Universe’ is a nostalgic romp and a quality album by an exceedingly talented musician with ample ELO qualities but don't expect another ‘Out of the Blue’. While ‘Alone In The Universe’ exists well within Lynne’s comfort zone, it’s never less than enjoyable and, at barely half an hour, doesn’t outstay its welcome. And the really good news is that it has provided the impetus for Lynne to take a band and ELO’s wonderful back catalogue on tour next year, so roll on the 02 Arena in April. And of course, the WRC will be there!!!" That was Wrinkly The Silver's take last year here on 'AITU' and with sunny weather forecast today and true to his word - WTS plus a strong WRC contingent will be at ELO's (Vid Of The Day) London O2 Arena gig tonight!

This week's Black On Blues Track Of The Day sees Kevin plays some brand new Blues tunes from the growing Blackonblues library! Today's playlist includes The Dave Muskett Acoustic Blues Band, Riff Riders, Pete Lashley, Broken Witt Rebels, Geoff Carne and The Hatz, The Black Circles (pictured) and Beige Fish.

Wrinklystock III heroes Stone Blind are playing The White Hart in Orpington tonight - where you can no doubt expect the usual subtle understated performance! The whole of their 2014 Wrinklystock set is today's Track Of The Day - and don't forget that you can still purchase the entire Wrinklystock III DVD/CD here also featuring The Bohemians plus 2015 WRC Award winners The Replicants.

Watch out for today's March 2016 e-mail bulletin that's going out with exclusive news of our 'Monsters Of Irish Rock' Wrinklystock 5 line-up! Of course the bulletin also includes all the links you need re: the current goings on at Wrinkly Towers! Whether it's Merchandise, FREE Membership, New Bands or our latest Gig Calendar - it's all there. And if you are not currently on our e-mail circulation list then please send us your details in the contact box below!