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Listen to our ‘Best of the Midands’ Wednesday, April 08th 2009
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC - Wolves
Wolves Facts
Nicknames: Wolves, Wanderers, WWFC
Manager: Mick McCarthy
Ground: Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club,
Molineux Stadium,
Waterloo Road,
Wolverhampton WV1 4QR
Capacity: 28,525
Founded: 1877 – Wolves were first formed as St Luke’s FC in 1877, two years later amalgamating with Wanderers Cricket Club to become Wolverhampton Wanderers FC.
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Getting in touch with Wolverhampton Wanderers
Website: www.wolves.co.uk
Email: info@wolves.co.uk
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Rock and roll’s great unsung hero Monday, December 15th 2008
Despite their turbulent history, UK rockers The Wildhearts are back with a greater following than ever. Lead singer Ginger talks to Lara Page about his fans, his love of the Midlands and his quest to track down Roy Wood!
Frank Skinner to make star turn Saturday, November 22nd 2008
Comedian Frank Skinner could be the next person to grace the Walk of Stars on Birmingham’s Broad Street.
Celebrity Midlanders Part One - Musicians Monday, October 13th 2008
The West Midlands has long been hailed as a breeding ground for creative talent, and this gallery of famous musicians is no exception. Take our photo tour to find out which singers, producers and rock stars were born or raised in the region.
Julie Walters next on Walk of Stars Tuesday, October 07th 2008
Smethwick-born actress Julie Walters will become the next West Midlands celebrity to get a place on Birmingham’s Walk of Stars.
Musical is rocking its way to Midlands Monday, September 22nd 2008
Cross a caustic-tongued dance diva, a motormouth comedian and an iconic British rock band and the results were always going to be a little odd.
Alvin Stardust turns the clock back Monday, August 18th 2008
Seventies glam rock icon Alvin Stardust is turning the clock back to the 50s and 60s as he brings his 50 Years of Rock ‘n’ Roll tour to venues across the Midlands over the next few months.
Brummie Murray joins the Walk of Stars Saturday, June 28th 2008
Commentating legend Murray Walker has confessed he had never heard of Birmingham’s Walk of Stars before being selected to join the city’s role of honour.
Robin2 hotel opens in Wizzard fashion Monday, May 19th 2008
They come from far and wide to see the top acts at Bilston’s Robin 2 club and now music fans can also rest their heads after a night out thanks to the venue’s new hotel.
Best of the region at E&S Spotlight awards Monday, May 05th 2008
The cream of the Black Country’s entertainment industry was honoured at the Express & Star’s star-packed Spotlight Awards.
Spotlight Awards night - in pictures Monday, May 05th 2008
Photos from the Express & Star’s star-packed Spotlight Awards for the Black Country’s entertainment industry.
Best venues shine alongside stars Saturday, May 03rd 2008
Pub landlords, theatre bosses and tourist attraction staff were facing a sleepless night tonight as they waited to see if they were to be named among the region’s entertainment elite.
Hotel to keep Robin abreast of times Sunday, April 27th 2008
A new hotel based at one of Wolverhampton’s top music venues will open next month. Eight bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms are being created at the Robin 2, meaning guests can flop into bed after watching some of the country’s best groups and tribute acts.
E&S dazzles in awards spotlight Wednesday, April 16th 2008
The Express & Star has struck gold with the popular Spotlight Awards.
Win tickets to the Black Country Oscars! Friday, April 11th 2008
This is your chance to walk up the red carpet and be photographed mingling with the crowds at a fantastic night of entertainment!
This competition is now closed.
So here it is - Noddy is star guest Saturday, March 29th 2008
Music legend Noddy Holder has been announced as the star guest of this year’s Express & Star Spotlight Awards.
Bingo tribute to club owner legend Wednesday, March 26th 2008
The woman who cooked chicken and chips for The Beatles and made sure Noddy Holder stayed off the ale was given a moving send-off as musicians joined family and friends for her funeral.
Slade lovers feel the noize Monday, March 24th 2008
They are the Black Country band that launched a thousand Christmas celebrations.
Regulars recall Plaza’s heyday Saturday, March 22nd 2008
Former regulars at the Old Hill Plaza club run by legend Ma Regan today recalled the days when the Black Country music venue was the place to be.
Vote for Black Country talent Thursday, March 20th 2008
We want your nominations for the Wall of Fame honouring the Black Country’s wealth of home-grown talent, which is being created as part of celebrations to mark Wolverhampton Civic Hall’s 70th anniversary.
Civic’s Wall of Fame planned Wednesday, March 12th 2008
A Wall of Fame honouring the Black Country’s wealth of home-grown talent is being created as part of celebrations to mark Wolverhampton Civic Hall’s 70th anniversary.
Street star tribute to Noddy Monday, December 10th 2007
Noddy Holder was given an early Christmas present when his name was officially added to Birmingham’s Broad Street Walk of Stars, to the cheers of thousands of fans.
Noddy backing £50m lottery bid Thursday, December 06th 2007
Former Slade frontman Noddy Holder today threw his weight behind the Black Country’s bid for £50 million in lottery cash to turn the region into an urban park.
Noddy’s flying Midlands flag Thursday, December 06th 2007
Rock legend Noddy Holder is set to be inducted into the Birmingham Broad Street Walk of Stars this weekend.
The week in pictures Friday, June 22nd 2007
A selection of snapshots taken from the Express and Star across the last week, including pictures of the dramatic floodings tht inflicted damage across the region, and a yacht being launched onto a road.
My oh my Slade back at roots Wednesday, November 29th 2006
Even without Noddy Holder Slade’s latest incarnation raised the roof in Bilston for their 40th anniversary homecoming concert - and what a show-stopper it was, writes Andy Rea.
When all cousins dating Noddy Friday, October 20th 2006
Your recent nostalgic features on Slade revived memories of my own local super heroes. I can hardly believe it has been 30 odd years since I was an aspiring Noddy Holder, bawling into the mirror with my imaginary mike and my Dad shouting to turn the music down.
Hippy roots of Xmas classic Friday, October 13th 2006
Even those who aren’t au fait with Slade will know the group’s 1973 Christmas hit Merry Xmas Everybody, which even after 33 years is one of the most frequently played Festive songs.
But few people will know that it started life as a hippy song written by Noddy Holder in 1967 - and was initially dismissed [...]
Those crazee days recalled Thursday, October 12th 2006
As Slade celebrates its 40 years together, Mark Andrews talks to drummer Don Powell about the early days.
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