SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood)
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John B. Sparkes, founding bassist of the legendary pub rock and rhythm and blues quartet Dr Feelgood, brings the Canvey sound to Bristol. Accompanied by guitarist John Simpson, the performance will capture the raw energy of the genre at The Thunderbolt. Tickets start from £12.
The founding bassist of the legendary Pub Rock Rhythm and Blues quartet Dr Feelgood takes on the Thunderbolt!
John B. Sparkes brings the Canvey sound to the west with guitarist John Simpson (the writer behind the single and Wilko Johnson tribute song I Don't Get It ) and drummer Matt Hector (Iggy Pop, Grace Jones, Marc Almond).
Sparko was one of the original members of the band alongside Lee Brilleaux, Wilko Johnson and John Martin (known as 'the Big Figure'). His basslines were a key part to the medicine in their malpractice and mayhem throughout the 70s, right into the start of the 80s. He can be heard thundering on such hits as Roxette and She Does It Right, as well as Milk and Alcohol during the Gypie Mayo years of the band.
DOORS: 7:30pm
TICKETS: £12 ADV, £15 OTD
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Frequently asked questions
SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood) takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 19:30.
SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood) is held at The Thunderbolt in Bristol (124 Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3ED).
Tickets for SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood) range from £12 to £15. Live prices and availability are shown on thethunderbolt.net.
Tickets for SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood) can be booked via thethunderbolt.net using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood)
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John B. Sparkes, founding bassist of the legendary pub rock and rhythm and blues quartet Dr Feelgood, brings the Canvey sound to Bristol. Accompanied by guitarist John Simpson, the performance will capture the raw energy of the genre at The Thunderbolt. Tickets start from £12.
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The founding bassist of the legendary Pub Rock Rhythm and Blues quartet Dr Feelgood takes on the Thunderbolt!
John B. Sparkes brings the Canvey sound to the west with guitarist John Simpson (the writer behind the single and Wilko Johnson tribute song I Don't Get It ) and drummer Matt Hector (Iggy Pop, Grace Jones, Marc Almond).
Sparko was one of the original members of the band alongside Lee Brilleaux, Wilko Johnson and John Martin (known as 'the Big Figure'). His basslines were a key part to the medicine in their malpractice and mayhem throughout the 70s, right into the start of the 80s. He can be heard thundering on such hits as Roxette and She Does It Right, as well as Milk and Alcohol during the Gypie Mayo years of the band.
DOORS: 7:30pm
TICKETS: £12 ADV, £15 OTD
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood)?
SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood) takes place on Saturday, 12 December 2026 at 19:30.
Where is SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood) taking place?
SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood) is held at The Thunderbolt in Bristol (124 Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3ED).
How much are tickets for SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood)?
Tickets for SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood) range from £12 to £15. Live prices and availability are shown on thethunderbolt.net.
How do I get tickets for SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood)?
Tickets for SPARKO'S GOING BACK HOME (Ex Dr. Feelgood) can be booked via thethunderbolt.net using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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