Guest tv tanned Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 Just announced on the radio.Died suddenly on holiday.FUCK!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
french_disko Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 Yeah, just heard it on the radio just now - died of a heart attack while on holiday in Peru. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vaya Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 shit-that's such a shame Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny Mac Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 R.i.p. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cloud Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 my literal reaction to a friend of mine who said on msn : "fuck off, i'm not believing that".i'm still speechless :| Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
french_disko Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 http://www.nme.com/news/110317.htmJOHN PEEL DIES OF HEART ATTACKJOHN PEEL has died of a heart attack aged 65.The broadcasting legend, who had a career spanning over 40 years, was on holiday in Peru when he was taken ill.A statement has been issued by the BBC which reads: "It has been confirmed that BBC radio broadcaster John Peel died from a heart attack last night whilst on holiday in Peru. He leaves behind his wife Sheila and four children."Radio 1 controller Andy Parfitt said "John Peel was a broadcasting legend. I am deeply saddened by his death as are all who work at Radio 1. Johns influence has towered over the development of popular music for nearly four decades and his contribution to modern music and music culture is immeasurable."Hopeful bands all over the world sent their demo tapes to John knowing that he really cared. His commitment and passion for new music only grew stronger over the years. In fact, when I last saw him he was engaged in a lively debate with his fellow DJs over the state of new music today. He will be hugely missed. "BBC Director of Radio & Music Jenny Abramsky added "John Peel was a unique broadcaster whose influence on Radio 1 could be felt from its very first days. He nurtured musicians and listeners alike introducing them to new sounds. His open minded approach to music was mirrored by his equally generous approach to his audience when he went to Radio 4 to present Home Truths."He had a remarkable rapport with all his listeners. Everyone at BBC Radio is devastated by the news. John is simply irreplaceable. Our hearts go out to Sheila and his children."Peel was born in Heswall near Chester and started his radio career in Dallas, Texas.Throughout the 1960s he worked at a number of radio stations across the US, before returning to Radio London in 1967.Over a career spanning 40 years Peel consistently championed new music, and in 1994 was given the NME Godlike Genius award for his services to music. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nullmouse Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 Well, there's no reason to turn on the radio anymore... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lepeep Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 I just had an email from Simon...(mothboy).fuck....err..nothing else to say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest onlynik Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/tv_and_radio/3955289.stmFuck, did we not have a thread about John Peel recently? Spooky? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Graeme Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 A man who changed many lives for the better. A sad loss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tv tanned Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 I believe someone asked about who would take over when he retired.Looks like that'll need answering now then This totally stinks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lepeep Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 I believe someone asked about who would take over when he retired.Looks like that'll need answering now then This totally stinks it's wierd, because if anyone else played the mix of music that Peelie did, it just wouldn't be accepted...I honestly don't think that any one could replace his style and musical taste, that's not a sentimental statement, it's just a fact, I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmer_eldritch Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 Very sad news indeed : ( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarmaTsunami Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 it's wierd' date=' because if anyone else played the mix of music that Peelie did, it just wouldn't be accepted...I honestly don't think that any one could replace his style and musical taste, that's not a sentimental statement, it's just a fact, I think.[/quote']totally agree. just heard about this on another board, very sad news indeed..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawy Lawson:Attorney Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 Obituarys are usually just a load of hyperbole, but I don't think a truer word has ben written than:Radio 1 controller Andy Parfitt said "John Peel was a broadcasting legend. I am deeply saddened by his death as are all who work at Radio 1. Johns influence has towered over the development of popular music for nearly four decades and his contribution to modern music and music culture is immeasurable.really sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkt Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 fucks sake, thats the saddest thing ive heard in ages seriously, he was the greatest dj there was and ever will be...i really am deeply upset...dont think ive been this upset since upset bout someone dying since george harrison died Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betamax Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 if Peelie is dead then so is the radioabsolutely no point in listening anymoreIve worshipped that mans outlook on music and even ideologising on life since I was about 6 years old and my mam used to leave the radio on late at night to drown out the sound of the motorway we lived next to99% of music I and most people I know have ever got into was from his shows ...so what now?its hard to be gutted about the death of a bloke youve never met ...but this is very very shit heaven will be a much cooler place now piss and shit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Milner Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 It is a sad sad day for the music industry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkt Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 the most important person in underground music ever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bob Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lepeep Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 that has to be the sickest thing, if it's not a "joke".if it is a "joke", wah wah...I think you'll find you're the only one in britain laughing at that.Here's a thought...what has any new band got to aspire to now ?"must do #1 : get played by Peelie"if there is any band here, who's not had that as their #1 ambition, give up now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hog Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 The guy was a legend. I reckon I will only listen to Classic FM now because John Peel was Radio 1. He would play Napalm to weird Trance stuff and anything inbetween. His "dont give a fuck attitude" regarding playing obscure music was quite something.A very sad day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delboy Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 peel was the last hope for new bands, a man who was always modest, got on and did his job with the minimum of fuss - always putting the bands and artist first and championing music he really lovedhe always came across as loveable bloke, his loss is too massive to really comprehend at the moment. totally gutted of the highest order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marillionboy Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 They called him "a champion of BritPop" on News 24. Could anything be further from the truth?What's more, Bruno Brooks was on paying tribute. ?!?!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawy Lawson:Attorney Posted October 26, 2004 Report Share Posted October 26, 2004 that has to be the sickest thing' date=' if it's not a "joke".if it is a "joke", wah wah...I think you'll find you're the only one in britain laughing at that.Here's a thought...what has any new band got to aspire to now ?"must do #1 : get played by Peelie"if there is any band here, who's not had that as their #1 ambition, give up now.[/quote']I don't think he was joking, I just think he was confirming the story was true (although other posters had already done that).EDIT: oops, noticed the ringtone choice at the side, ignore above comment... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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