Book of Remembrance
Friends, Fans, Musicians & Colleagues
269 entries.
As a young drummer, I was a massive fan - and in awe - of Jon (and Colosseum). 30 years... Read more
As a young drummer, I was a massive fan - and in awe - of Jon (and Colosseum). 30 years ago, I booked Jon to host a drum clinic alongside a Paraphernalia gig, so I finally got to meet my hero! (and Barbara).
Currently, I play in a band with Ray Fenwick (ex. of Spencer Davis group and Ian Gillan Band). We've just recruited a new vocalist, Mike Starrs, who was a member of Colosseum II. Small world!
I saw Jon for the first time with Colosseum II at an open air festival in Scheesel. That was 1976.... Read more
I saw Jon for the first time with Colosseum II at an open air festival in Scheesel. That was 1976. I was so thrilled. From then on, he was my biggest drum hero. I never thought at the time, that 42 years later, due to a sad occasion, I would fly to London with part of my family for his tribute concert. I also miss him very much, but I will always remember him.
there will be only one jon hisemen. his early work with mayall and then colloseumn was amazing. the snare with... Read more
there will be only one jon hisemen. his early work with mayall and then colloseumn was amazing. the snare with the ride cymbal really was exciting. he played more than any knew. his work diary must be increidible. while we miss him musically its his wife and children that have the most to cherish, a gentlemen just like charlie watts. thanks for all the GREAT music.
For most of my late teenage and early adult years the music of Colosseum soundtracked my adventures and misadventures. Those... Read more
For most of my late teenage and early adult years the music of Colosseum soundtracked my adventures and misadventures. Those recordings (and others that Mr Hiseman played on) continue to give great pleasure. It is one of the great regrets of my life that I never had the chance to experience that magnificent sound in person. Drum on Jon - you're part of an even greater band now...
In my early years in the music industry Jon taught me a hell of a lot about miking drum kits... Read more
In my early years in the music industry Jon taught me a hell of a lot about miking drum kits and about sound. Fantastic guy. Thanks so much
Met Mr Hiseman several times at the Brewery Arts Centre in Kendal. Always the perfect gentleman and made time to... Read more
Met Mr Hiseman several times at the Brewery Arts Centre in Kendal. Always the perfect gentleman and made time to talk music and drums. Feel privileged to have met him.
Best wishes to all his family.
Such fond memories of a superb band and a genius drummer starting with a Colosseum concert at Aston University in... Read more
Such fond memories of a superb band and a genius drummer starting with a Colosseum concert at Aston University in 1970/71 and then being able to relive every moment with the Live album on vinyl.
The line up of a band will change as time goes by for many reasons, but Jon managed to find some inspired replacements for departing members which generally not only maintained the quality of the music, but also took the band to another level.
Taken much too soon, and working right up to the end.
Thank you for the music. RIP.
I first heard Valentyne Suite in 1980 and was an instant fan. I love Jon's work, from Graham bond right... Read more
I first heard Valentyne Suite in 1980 and was an instant fan. I love Jon's work, from Graham bond right through John Mayall, the original Colosseum, Tempest, Colosseum 2, and back to the Colosseum reunion. I was lucky enough to see Colosseum on the first reunion tour (twice), and then finally on a wondefully emotional evening at Minehead in early 2015. The musicality, energy and brilliance of the band on that night will stay with me forever. Thank You Jon, Barbara, and all the guys, the fire will burn in my heart for all of my life.
For me?- “ Bare Wires” and the first Colosseum album . Thank you.🙏🏼
For me?- “ Bare Wires” and the first Colosseum album . Thank you.🙏🏼
I had the pleasure to work for Jon as a light technician in Salzburg, Austria, on several occasions. A true... Read more
I had the pleasure to work for Jon as a light technician in Salzburg, Austria, on several occasions. A true gentleman, a fantastic musician and a man with a good sense of humor.
