Wilko Johnson photo by David Coombes

Wilko Johnson To Play Last Shows Before He Dies

by Paul Cashmere on January 18, 2013

Wilko Johnson, founding member of Dr Feelgood and one-time member of Ian Dury & The Blockheads, has announced four final dates before he dies.

Wilko Johnson photo by David Coombes

Johnson has been diagnosed with terminal cancer of the pancreas but has chosen not to undergo chemotherapy. He announced his wishes last week.

His manager Robert Hoy says, “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.”

Wilko will play his last shows on these dates:

London Koko (March 6)
Bilston Robin 2 (March 7)
Holmfirth Picturedrome (March 8)
Glasgow o2 ABC (March 9)

Tickets will go on sale from Monday January 21. Box Office: 0844 478 0898, www.thegigcartel.com

Tagged as: Dr Feelgood, Ian Dury, The Blockheads, Wilko Johnson

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