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John would have been 61 today & 8 years ago today my Wife & I were in New York at the time of 9/11! I didn't realise that John's birthday
ReplyDeletefell on the same date. I wish he were still here, revelling in the idea that he'd been made an OBE but the good thing about dying young is that you don't have to suffer the indignities of "growing Old". Happy Birthday
John & I'm sure the Angels have their work cut out keeping up!!
I still find it very hard to come to terms with John's untimely death. I cannot believe I shall not see him again. I am comforted, however, by his enduring legacy and the ability to listen to all his music. I also watch various DVDs to remind myself (not that I need reminding) of his unique brilliance and the depth his music touches my soul. No other artist has never, nor will ever, move me as much as John.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday John. Rest in peace.
Many happy returns wherever you are John!
ReplyDeleteI visit the site every day, hoping for some news of Johns good work. Like all who loved, respected and appreciated Johns music, I cannot quite get my head around the fact that I will not be looking out for concert dates ever again.
What are the rest of the band up to?
Will we see them play together again? -
I hope so.
To Theresa and Johns family I send my regards.
This time last year John would (I hope) have read a card and very personal letter from me - and no doubt scores of others - wishing him a happy 60th and expressing the hope he would be doing the same thing in 10 years time. I am glad I had the opportunity through the good offices of Mr Hillarby to tell the man himself how much of an impact he had on my life. What a shame for us all that we will not have the chance to do the same in the future. My thoughts are with John's children, Theresa, the wonderful musicians who have worked with him, of course John Hillarby and all in the JM community. The BBC DVD is about to be watched! Really miss you John. Richard Homer
ReplyDeletei remember sending John a 60th birthday card last year via the website/p.o. box...time has sure flown by since then...good times and bad, it's all still going on...and you still sound amazing big man...happy birthday to you wherever you are...rest easy now...Will x.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad that i managed to see John, a little before he passed away, at The Barbican, in London, and also Fairfield Halls before that.
ReplyDeleteI had been watching John Perform, since the late seventies, and was also extremely fortunate, to actually meet him backstage, at the Croydon gig, on the Well Kept Secret tour, back in 82, and that will remain a very fond memory, for the rest of my life, he was as you would imaginer him to be, happy to stop and chat, in his usual great humour, a real gent, he also invited us to walk down the artists stairs, with him, what a great man.
Rest in Peace Big Man !.
Sitting here in Kabul, Afghanistan yesterday, with my MP3 player on shuffle and up pops "Don't Want To Know". Then my mailbox reminds me of the day that's in it. Sleep tight John, the music continues to work its magic.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday big man,hope you have a big bash in the sky.
ReplyDeleteLast saw John on 17 November last year at Glasqow Royal Concert Hall. Thought he was the best he'd been for a few years both in health and performance. He was so sharp that night and received a standing ovation after performing Grace & Danger. Had a strange feeling though that it would be the last time I would see him and said that to my son who was with me. There was an air of finality about him as he announced, "That's it. That was Grace & Danger!" However, I thought it would be because he had decided to give up touring. Was devastated when he passed away and am still trying to come to terms with it. Listen to his music every day. But got a lovely surprise from my son on my birthday when he took me to see Alan Murphy, whom I'd never heard of, turns out he's a big JM fan too as you will hear.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=if-gFxC96uo&feature=related
From the 1970's to the last concerts at the Barbican and Fairfield Halls I have followed JM. His music has been the soundtrack to the happiest, saddest and most wonderful moments of my life. His death has left a hollow in my heart which will never be filled and his music will live on forever. Let us hope that Heaven is full of musicians and that there is a great band up there right now. I miss knowing that you are around and still working John. Happy Birthday. Rosie.
ReplyDeleteSafe journey JM
ReplyDeleteI just found out today that he died, I cant believe how sad it makes me feel. I saw him over 25 times during the 80's, I remember one show where the support acts were Tanita Tikaram (sp?) and Tracey Chapman,
ReplyDeleteI remember passing him my spliff at a gig at Durham University in 1986. I didnt want to, but he asked me several times!
I cant believe I'll never see him again.
I hope he died peacefully,
thank you John, for the wonderful music and memories,
Dave Lankenau,
Ottawa, Canada
Still find it hard to believe the big man is gone. I was so lucky to meet him after a concert in Wexford back in 2005 and was honoured when he invited my brother and myself to join him for a drink! We sat in his company, talking and singing til 5.30 a.m and proudly have many photo's to remember a wonderful night. An absolute gentleman and legend. Love you dearly John. God bless you and keep you.
ReplyDeleteThe love, The passion, The right to feel this pain I am feeling. Lost in a traditional, romantic embrace. What have you given me? What do I want to take? Leave me, on a river embankment, maybe I will drowned, Or, save my soul, with an embrace, with the man that sang to me, words of wisdom. All my life, and kept me from the danger that is you. Thank you, John. For my sanity, Thank you, for my reason to be. Thank you. Sweet Child. I will miss you, and your innocence. Thank you, for giving a world with pain. So much happiness and joy. Go now. To that place, we dont understand, in the hope, that when we meet. It has not been a Scam! Love you John. Always did. Always will. Despite the fights and battles. you are always in my spirit. My heart. And mind.
ReplyDeleteRest now, Prince, Sleep Well.
Love Light And Peace.
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