"After the excellent opener ‘Animal Beat’ and the radio-friendly hook of the title track, ‘Rebel Heart’ sees Stapley mining a higher register (more akin to the sound of Foreigner perhaps) and we do get treated to a Marriott after all! On this track and the next pair, ‘The Bridge’ and ‘Whiskeyland’ (the latter of which features lead guitar by Ross McEwen), the strong backing vocals are provided by Steve’s daughter Mollie, whose contributions are instantly recognisable, even at this early stage in her career. ‘Rebel Heart’ and ‘The Bridge’ also feature some nice piano work by Richard Young." Today read Gary Smith's complete take here on Buckets Rebel Heart's '20 Good Summers' CD plus check out today's Video Of The Day.

Today's Black On Blues Podcast Track Of The Day is another popular Blues women special featuring Katie Knipp, Susie Blue & The Lonesome Fellas, Sandy Caroll, Peggie Perkins, Niecie Lighter, Marcia Ball and Larkin Poe.

Up-and-coming, five-piece London Rockers At The Sun will release their rip-roaring debut album ‘Leave Before the Light’ on Friday 8th March next year. And to herald this, the band are headlining London's Fiddler's Elbow in Chalk Farm tonight. The band are five, talented, music-loving London guys, committed to mixing up heavy dirty guitars, pounding rhythms, soaring vocals and ripping solos. At The Sun was formed by rhythm guitarist Kieron Heavens and bass player Alex Matthews, who set out to bring together the finest musicians they could find to make music with lasting substance. After a long (and often frustrating!) search for the right line-up, Harry Dale (vocals), Chet Jogia (lead guitar) and Craig Steen (drums) joined Kieron and Alex, releasing their debut 4-track EP ‘Breathe’ in 2017, gaining radio play on the likes of Ridge Radio, Planet Rock, Hard Rock Hell and Total Rock. Meanwhile, just up the road, The Brothers Osborne return to London tonight at The Forum in Kentish Town.

Having received some of his best reviews in years in early 2018 when he played a run of UK dates with a set that included the entire ‘Operation: Mindcrime’ album in its 30th Anniversary year, Geoff Tate returned last night to London's The Underworld in Camden as part of another UK tour in respect of this landmark album. Having sold more than 25 million records at the helm of Queensrÿche, the band Tate fronted for three decades from their inception through to 2012, saw a thirteen album tenure that was marked by exploration, intrigue, bold risks and gratifying results. Their Grammy nominated 1988 album, a Rock opera about a recovering drug addict, thrust Tate's unique social consciousness, style and expertly crafted lyrics into the national spotlight, putting the Seattle act act firmly on the map with one of the most inspired Rock albums of its era while also defining Progressive Metal in the process. With great support from Hellion Stone and Mark Daly and a review and photo gallery to come - check out today's Video Of The Day.

Twenty five years in and the Wildhearts (Track Of The Day) are ready for more - originally formed in late 1989 in the depths of Newcastle, the group return to the big stage at London's Koko tonight to perform their debut album, 'Earth vs the Wildhearts', in its entirety. With further dates tomorrow at The Mill Digbeth in Birmingham and on Tuesday 4th December at SWG3 Glasgow, it's a testament to their celebrated authenticity, 99% of the album is an amalgamation of original demos, which were aptly recorded on second hand tape, and is characterised by the band’s distinctive fusion of Hard Rock, perfectly complimented by contemporary melodies. Despite their many reformations, frontman Ginger will be joined on stage in what is now considered the classic line up of CJ, Ritchie and drummer Danny to create an extraordinary show.

With a review still to come, check out our Photo Gallery here from Thursday night's Dan Patlansky and Gorilla Riot gig at London's O2 Academy Islington. The latest leg of the South African Blues Rock guitarist 's UK tour saw the return of German Tom Gatza on keys plus the addition of Tom Swann on bass and Jay Bone on drums. In an explosive fourteen song set, Dan not included his recently released new single 'Too Far Gone' taken from his new EP 'Live 2018', but we also witnessed his amazing new "Partsocaster", a beast of a guitar that replaced his treasured but knackered '62 Strat. A big mention also for Gorilla Riot, who in their six song Southern Rock set sounded like Manchester's answer to Lynyrd Skynyrd!

Reef's classic 'Place Your Hands' (today's Video Of The Day), is one of the songs included in The ReplicantsWrinklystock 7 song auction, and they complete their three night residency at Nells Jazz and Blues in London tonight supported by Broken Witt Rebels. Meanwhile, Geoff Tate (Track Of The Day) plays 'Operation: Mindcrime' tonight at London's The Underworld, whilst HRH Vikings, a two day, two arena adventure, kicks off today at the 02 Academy Sheffield and will feature five mind blowing sub genres of Metal namely, Battle, Nordic, Pagan, Black & Death. Expect the unexpected as they go all out to recreate a Metal Viking Saga to challenge the very foundations it will be staged upon.

Today's December 2018 WRC Bulletin not only looks forward to Wrinklystock 7 next Friday starring The Kast Off Kinks and The Replicants, but also our December gigs including Geoff Tate, Broken Witt Rebels, The Wildhearts, At The Sun, Brothers Osborne, Amigo The Devil, Molly Hatchet, The Magpie Salute, Geoff Carne & The Hatz, Ben Poole, Von Hertzen Brothers, Monster Truck, IQ, John Verity and City Of Thieves plus we also look back our November gigs including Stan Webb's Chicken Shack, Erja Lyytinen, Hard Rock Hell 12, Michael Schenker Fest, The Dead Daisies, Dan Reed Network, The Music Of Cream and Dan Patlansky plus our Jawbone CD review and our Vambo, David Lowy & Marco Mendoza, Dan Patlansky and Deen Castronovo interviews. And If you didn't receive our Bulletin then go to our WRC membership page here and simply fill out the membership form and we will be in touch!

South African Blues Rock guitarist Dan Patlansky's UK tour stopped off at London's O2 Academy Islington 1 last night with support from Gorilla Riot. In an explosive fourteen song set, Dan not included his recently released new single 'Too Far Gone' taken from his new EP 'Live 2018', but also premiered his new band line up. With a review and more photos to come, please check out today's Video Of The Day.

Uli Jon Roth is one of the last greats who is still around to present his magical style of playing which he already forged in the late Sixties when he was still in his teens. Uli played his first ever show in December 1968 - at the age of 13 - and to celebrate his upcoming 50th Stage Anniversary, he plays the second of his six very special UK concerts at London's ULU Live tonight. The former Scorpions guitarist, widely regarded as one of the greatest guitar players ever, is also joined by British newcomer Kaleb McKane as his special guest, who recently released his first EP 'Universe in Reverse', and in 2019 will release his debut album. Meanwhile, also in London's Camden tonight, Smoking Martha play The Black Heart, whilst just up the road, The David Sinclair Four play The Dublin Castle.

The Blues Club Podcast Track Of The Day returns today with another two hours of non-stop Best in Blues with More Music and Less Chat featuring New Releases, Classic Tracks and much more. Music this week Includes tracks from Stevie Ray Vaughan, The Kentucky Headhunters, Steven Tyler & Nuno Bettencourt, Steve West Weston, Jim Allchin, Sam Lewis, King King (Pictured), Dan Patlansky, Larkin Poe, Gina Sicilia, Robben Ford, Van Morrison, Doyle Bramhall II, Wily Bo Walker, Mike Sponza, Kareña K, Jamie Williams & the Roots Collective, Colin James, Greig Taylor, Chris Rea, Buddy Guy, Peter V Blues Train, Kandace Springs, The Rippingtons, Gary Moore, Kat Riggins, JP Williams Blues Band, Markey Blue Ric Latina Project, The Storyville Mob, B. B. & The Blues Shacks and more.

Broken Witt Rebels (pictured) begin a three night residency at Nells Jazz and Blues in London tonight supporting Reef. Hailing from Birmingham, the rocking, rebel foursome deliver an intoxicating blend of Soulful Americana, Blues, and wailing Rock guitar, fronted by powerful, feeling-filled vocals. Meanwhile, Germany’s hottest Rock band The New Roses continue their 11-date UK Headline Tour supported by The Brink (Video Of The Day) at London's Underworld in Camden.