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Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings UK Tour Announced

• 14th Sep 2009

Rock and roll icon, author, restaurateur, – legendary former Rolling Stones bassist BILL WYMAN has seen it all and continues to live life to the full. For over thirty years he was part of the best rock n roll band in the world.

His latest musical rebirth as the driving force behind the fabulous Rhythm Kings sees him return to his musical roots. This set of virtuoso musicians superbly bring back to life the kind of classic rhythm and blues that first inspired Wyman to pick up the guitar as a teenager. A show imbued with absolute quality.

“The whole idea behind the band was to play music that we love and I think you can hear and feel that on our records. Playing live, doing gigs, means everybody in the band does it for the same reasons as I do; to have a good time and send the crowd home with smiles on their faces” says Wyman.

Joining him on his 32 date UK tour are the legendary musicians;

Albert Lee, who’s lightning-fast speed has earned him a reputation as the guitarist's guitarist, also known as Mr Telecaster.

Georgie Fame, rhythm and blues,jazz singer and keyboard player, who released hit records in the 60’s such as: 'I Love My Dog','The Ballad of Bonnie','Clyde','Yeh Yeh','Get Away'

Frank Mead, saxophonist, has played alongside Blues legends BB King, Albert Collins, Jimmy Rogers and Otis Rush. Appeared on records with the likes of Paul McCartney, Squeeze and Manfred Mann.

Geraint Watkins, the legendary Rock and Roll, Boogie and Blues pianist that has given his skills to some of the biggest names in music during his 30 year plus career on both piano and accordion. From Van Morrison, Carl Perkins to Sir Paul McCartney.

Terry Taylor on guitar, ex Tuckey Buzzard and The Arrows.

Graham Broad, on drums, who has worked with artists including Roger Waters, Tina Turner and The Beach Boys.

Nick Payn on sax and Frank Mead on sax alto/horns from Gary Moore’s band.

Beverley Skeete, who has been the featured Vocalist with Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings since the band's Formation in 1997 and has also recorded with acts ranging from Robbie Williams to Elton John.

Gary US Bonds is the guest singer on the tour.

Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings 2009 UK Tour Announced

Wednesday 28 Oct 09 Sheffield City Hall
Thursday 29 Oct 09 Hull City Hall
Friday 30 Oct 09 High Wycombe Swan
Saturday 31 Oct 09 Cambridge Corn Exchange
Monday 2 Nov 09 King's LynnCorn Exchange
Tuesday 3 Nov 09 Norwich Theatre Royal
Wednesday 4 Nov 09 Ipswich Corn Exchange
Friday 6 Nov 09 Bournemouth Pavilion
Saturday 7 Nov 09 Truro Hall for Cornwall
Sunday 8 Nov 09 Salisbury City Hall
Monday 9 Nov 09 Swansea Grand Theatre
Wednesday 11 Nov 09 Preston Guildhall
Thursday 12 Nov 09 New BrightonThe Floral Pavilion
Friday 13 Nov 09 Birmingham Town Hall
Saturday 14 Nov 09 Basingstoke Anvil
Monday 16 Nov 09 Gateshead Sage
Tuesday 17 Nov 09 Aberdeen Music Hall
Wednesday 18 Nov 09 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
Thursday 19 Nov 09 Dunfermline Alhambra Theatre
Saturday 21 Nov 09 Malvern Forum Theatre
Sunday 22 Nov 09 Cheltenham Town Hall
Tuesday 24 Nov 09 Harrogate Royal Hall @ I Centre
Wednesday 25 Nov 09 Manchester Bridgewater Hall
Thursday 26 Nov 09 Bristol Colston Hall
Saturday 28 Nov 09 Barnstaple Queen?s Theatre
Sunday 29 Nov 09 Plymouth Theatre Royal
Tuesday 1 Dec 09 London Cadogan Hall
Wednesday 2 Dec 09 Southend Cliffs Pavilion
Thursday 3 Dec 09 Dorking Halls
Friday 4 Dec 09 St Albans Arena
Saturday 5 Dec 09 Leicester De Montfort Hall
Sunday 6 Dec 09 Milton Keynes Stables(2 shows)