Book of Remembrance
Friends, Fans, Musicians & Colleagues
186 entries.
Just over a year ago since Jon passed away, I’m still finding it hard to believe he’s gone. I was... Read more
Just over a year ago since Jon passed away, I’m still finding it hard to believe he’s gone. I was lucky enough to see him live over the years with Colosseum and Paraphernalia, and loved his superb playing and solos. I managed to have a chat with him after one gig, and as a drummer myself, was thrilled to be spoken to as a fellow musician by a drumming hero! He influenced my playing hugely and I’m sure many others. I’ll watch JCM with a mixture of excitement and sadness.
Like so many brilliant musicians you are gone far too soon. I have followed and listened to your music since... Read more
Like so many brilliant musicians you are gone far too soon. I have followed and listened to your music since 1969 when Colosseum use to regularly play the Marquee club in London.
The music played by all your group lineups was always excellent and inspirational. Was looking forward to seeing JCM live but sadly this will now be without you but I know that every one there will be thinking of you.
Thanks for the wonderful memories which will live on and never fade or die.
RIP Jon.
great person, great musician and spectacular drummer ... I bought my hayman for him! I loved him as a drummer❤️
great person, great musician and spectacular drummer ... I bought my hayman for him!
I loved him as a drummer❤️
He was always scouting ahead, clearing a way that I could follow. Always ready to give and receive help. A... Read more
He was always scouting ahead, clearing a way that I could follow. Always ready to give and receive help. A great trainer by example, and a great musician.
You left us too soon Jon but you'll never be forgotten. I loved meeting you on the two occasions at... Read more
You left us too soon Jon but you'll never be forgotten. I loved meeting you on the two occasions at Ronnie Scott's and you truly were one of my favourite drummers.; Fortunately, you live on through the media of recordings and DVDs so you'll always be a part of my musical life.
I am so grateful to have had a few chances to see Jon play with Colosseum, always been a fan... Read more
I am so grateful to have had a few chances to see Jon play with Colosseum, always been a fan since I saw Colosseum 2 I think on ‘Sight and Sound in Concert’ back in the 70’s.. blew my socks off!! The last time I saw Colosseum was with Barbara stepping in for Dick at Butlins Giants of Rock and I was in the front row with 3 Colosseum virgins... blew their socks off ... what a gig, what a family and what a legacy .. fab, just bloody fab! RIP Jon and much love to the rest of that amazing family. Dave x
Watching him play, convinced me to stop fooling around with my drumkit and leave that Instrument. He was simply unbelievable... Read more
Watching him play, convinced me to stop fooling around with my drumkit and leave that Instrument.
He was simply unbelievable and I will never forget any of his concerts I've been able to attend and enjoy.
Rest in Peace
As a young country boy of 15 in 1972 started college in a big city, met with some older friends... Read more
As a young country boy of 15 in 1972 started college in a big city, met with some older friends who collected records, which was quite a demanding endeavour in the time of hard socialism in a communist country. One evening they invited me to their home and played some records for me. Among the few they possesed was Valentyne's Suite. I never heard something similar before and was amazed and hooked for life. I was lucky to be at one of the last of Jon's shows with JCM in Vienna before he passed away. Always remembered!
From the beginning Jon was an inspiration as a musician and a person will never be forgotten Jon leaves a... Read more
From the beginning Jon was an inspiration as a musician and a person will never be forgotten Jon leaves a legacy of music that will continue to inspire future generations he will be missed but his light will continue to shine 💗💗💗
For me, Jon Hiseman set the benchmark in drumming when I first heard him (on Daughter of Time) in December... Read more
For me, Jon Hiseman set the benchmark in drumming when I first heard him (on Daughter of Time) in December 1970. Colosseum Live remains one of my top-3 albums. I read everything I could find about Jon in the music media, and my admiration for the man soon equaled my idolisation of the drummer. It was with shock and deep sadness that I read about his passing a year ago. It felt as if I'd lost a friend and mentor I'd never met in person. Rest in peace, Jon Hiseman.
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