John Thirkettle obituary

My friend John Thirkettle, who has died unexpectedly aged 60, was a rock, blues and reggae drummer on the Norwich music scene for more than 40 years. He played with many popular bands and backed several veteran American acts, including Phil Guy, Lowell Fulson and Rockin' Sidney, when they performed at the city's arts centre.When the American bluesmen came to town, John – with the guitarist Gareth Butcher and the bassists Chris Hawkins or Rob Davidson – would be straight on stage or into the ...

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