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    It is a shock that I learn of the death of Jon Hiseman of Colosseum.

    https://www.loudersound.com/news/col...n-dies-aged-73

    I was lucky enough to see him perform very recently in April under the guise of JCM.
    To say he was good is an understatement, a sad loss after a distinguished career.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Firebottle View Post
    It is a shock that I learn of the death of Jon Hiseman of Colosseum.

    https://www.loudersound.com/news/col...n-dies-aged-73

    I was lucky enough to see him perform very recently in April under the guise of JCM.
    To say he was good is an understatement, a sad loss after a distinguished career.
    That's a tragic loss. Saw him a couple of times back in the early eighties when he was performing with Barbara Thompson's Paraphernalia. Was always completely blown away by his technique and control.
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    Sad news and I think helps me decide my July Record Club artist, but which album
    Regards Neil

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    I've just ordered the JCM album 'Heroes', that was ironically dedicated to late friends in the music industry.

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    Never heard of him or the band. I'll have to have a look.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bigman80 View Post
    Never heard of him or the band. I'll have to have a look.
    I remember them well enough. Not really my cup of tea, much like ELP and ELO to me. Not far enough 'out there'! Shame he died though.

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    i remember him. he was around with ginger baker. collosseum wasnt one of my bands tho
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    Colosseum were one of the pioneers of jazz rock.
    Valentyne Suite by Colosseum is a fine album.
    John was an amazingly good drummer and nice guy.
    Can't believe he has gone after only seeing him at a gig in April.
    Very sad.

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    Quote Originally Posted by shaman View Post
    Colosseum were one of the pioneers of jazz rock.
    Valentyne Suite by Colosseum is a fine album.
    John was an amazingly good drummer and nice guy.
    Can't believe he has gone after only seeing him at a gig in April.
    Very sad.
    I'll look it up Nigel.

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    Sad loss.
    Colosseum were a great band. Saw them a few times and always loved them

    Worth listening to all their albums, in particular
    Those who are about to die salute you
    Valentyne Suite
    Colosseum Live

    RIP Jon
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