Keith Richards saves failing radio station

Keith Richards has helped to save a struggling radio station.

The Rolling Stones rocker made a donation to the small station on the Isle of Wight in the UK after it was hit by lightning. Generous Keith wrote out a cheque for £3,000 to help repair Angel Radio’s transmitter, which was knocked out by bad weather in July.

Radio station staff thought it was a prank when they received the cash, but are thrilled the musician has stepped in to help them.

"We thought the cheque was a joke. But accountants confirmed it was the real Keith Richards,” Director Bev Webster told British newspaper The Sun. "I've written to say thanks. It is so exciting to think he might be a fan."

Angel Radio broadcasts music made before 1969, and it is believed that Keith often tunes in to listen.

A spokesman for the 67-year-old has confirmed he made a donation, but has not commented further.