News from JH
Posted at 17:54 02/09/2010
MATT AND CAT AGREE TO APPEAR ON JH MEETS.
The Island's most famous dining out reviewers, Matt and Cat, have agreed to make a very rare public appearance. Their real identity is still very much a secret. Will they wear masks, so that John doesn't recognise them, or even disguise their voices. All will be revealed on Sunday September 10. It's likely to be compelling listening. Since 2005 their website, mattandcat.co.uk , has been viewed by 4 million.
Posted at 10:04 24/08/2010
LES PAYNE LOOKS BACK ON HIS 50 YEARS OF MUSIC.
Isle of Wight-born Les Payne has a remarkable story that began in a local skiffle group. He has performed well over 6000 live gigs and been so close to breaking into the big time on numerous occasions. He has made several singles and albums and been seen on many televison stations. Les has achieved such a lot in his career and is as enthusiastic as ever. Recently Les, who has lived in Buckinghamshire for many years, visited John\'s home to record a unique 2-hour special. This includes many of his fantastic songs that should be known by millions all over the world.There are so many brilliant undiscovered Les Payne songs.
Posted at 18:35 19/08/2010
JOHN DONS THE McKEOWN TARTAN.
LES McKEOWN, the most famous Bay City Roller of all time, will soon be guesting on Isle of Wight Radio's John Hannam Meets. As the name of John's 20 year show suggests, he only interviews his guests in-person. Les had been sat in a London studio all day doing down-the-line interviews with radio stations all over Britain - and he did not see any of the presenters. That changed at 4-30 when John turned up to meet him. They instantly hit it off and had a lot of fun which will please listeners. There are also ten tracks from the Rollers new greatest hits album.
Posted at 12:05 11/08/2010
JOHN AND LAWRIE MAC REUNITED FOR BLIND SOCIETY.
John got to know Lawrie McMenemy as a good friend in the big man's Dell days with Southampton Football Club. The last time they met was at St Mary's in 2007 when Lawrie invited John and his son, Sean, to join his dinner party before a home game with Leiceter City. This was a few months after John lost his wife, Heather, also well known to Lawrie, with breast cancer. Big Mac's sympathy was much appreciated by John's family.
On Friday October 15 Lawrie is coming to the Riverside Centre, Newport, for a special appearance to raise money for the Isle of Wight Society For The Blind. The evening, from 7pm until 11pm, will include a three course meal and the opportuinty to meet Lawrie, ask questions and be photographed with him. John will compere the evening and also interview Lawrie about his memories of the glory days for The Saints.
Tickets, priced at £38, are available from Dave Duffy on 01983 718151 or 0789067009. His e-mail is daveduffy@talktalk.net
Posted at 18:48 30/07/2010
ANOTHER MONTH FOR COUNTY PRESS AWARDS.
So far John has seen 48 productions for the 2009/10 County Press Amateur Theatre Awards. The year ends on August 31 and the nominations will be released in September with the Awards Evening to follow on Tuesday November 9, at the Shanklin Conservative Club.
Posted at 23:59 12/07/2010
BEV BEVAN IS ALL SET FOR INTERVIEW
The legendary BEV BEVAN, who played in The Move for the whole of their career, and likewise with The Electric Light Orchestra, is the latest musician to agree to appear on JH Meets. All will be revealed soon!!!
Posted at 18:25 11/06/2010
DRESS CIRCLE STOCK JH ARCHIVE CD.
Dress Circle, from 57-59 Monmouth Street, London, described as the 'Best Showbiz Shop In The World,'are now stocking the John Hannam Archives Volume 1 CD. The CD is available both in the shop and via their website - www.dresscircle.co.uk These are a special limited edition in a traditional CD pack.
Posted at 17:59 08/05/2010
ISLAND STOCKISTS FOR CDS.
Both CDs are now available from the following outlets. The County Press Shop, Newport, Glyn Morgan's, Regent Street, Shanklin, Island Photo Centre, Union Street, Ryde, Rookley Post Office, The Old Smithy, Godshill, Norris Stores, Niton, Orchard Bros, Freshwater Bay, Chiverton's, Shooters Hill, Cowes and Isle of Wight Radio. Both sell at £8.99.
Posted at 00:22 08/05/2010
THE JOHN HANNAM ARCHIVES VOL 1 GOES NATIONAL
The CD containing many rare interviews with showbiz legends can now be bought anywhere in Great Britain or beyond via the internet. To purchase this product, which sells at £10, including post and packing, click on John's shop page, click the buy now button and you will go directly to the Coach House Publications website, who are handling the internet sales. There has already been an excellent write-up in The Encore magazine.
The full list of former stars on the CD is as follows.
TOMMY COOPER, RUSS CONWAY, RONNIE HILTON, HYLDA BAKER, LENA ZAVARONI, HUGH LLOYD, JACK WARNER, ADAM FAITH, NORMAN VAUGHAN, KEN PLATT and SIR JOHN MILLS.
Posted at 18:47 02/05/2010
ISLAND CD CHARACTERS NAMED.
The first GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN CD, featuring much-missed Island characters, will comprise of SYLVIA JONES, DEN PHILLIPS, PAM BATEMAN, ROY HARRIS, DOUG HAYLES, LORD RONNIE MORRIS, NORMAN MARTCH, DAVE DEATH and HILDA MOORE plus TONY BEST and MIKE NOBBS.