See Ben Thompson's band live in Bury

Ben Thompson might better known to Coronation Street fans as Ryan Connor but in his time away from the cobbles, Ben's in a Smiths tribute band called Rusholme Ruffians. Read more about them here.

The band recently performed at Radcliffe Borough FC on in a sold-out show, raising funds for the NSPCC. And tickets go on sale next week for the band’s next show at The Met in Bury on Friday, July 10.

Find out more at the band's website: http://www.rusholmeruffians.co.uk or their Myspace site where you can hear some of their songs: http://www.myspace.com/rusholmeruffianacoustic

Ryan Connor's a Rusholme Ruffian

Ryan Connor's band will turn up to play at the church youth group soon on Coronation Street. And in real life, actor Ben Thompson, who plays Ryan, sings and plays guitar in Indie band Rusholme Ruffians.

Listen to Rusholme Ruffians and see pictures on Myspace and the official band website. You can also catch them in action at an NSPCC charity gig on Saturday 14th March at Radcliffe Borough FC.

See more Corrie actors' official websites here.