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Brian Matthew critically ill
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05 Apr 2017, 12:51by Mark Burton
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-39500773BBC Radio 2 broadcaster Brian Matthew is critically ill, the station has clarified after initially announcing his death.
The BBC had originally been informed by a member of Matthew's family that he had died.
A spokesman for the corporation said: "We were informed by close family and friends that Brian had passed away in the night.
"They have since been in contact to say that he remains critically ill."
no voice quite like him - fond memories of SOTS ..... A true broadcasting legend ..
Re: Brian Matthew critically ill
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05 Apr 2017, 13:56by dave robinson
the voice of radio through our musical journey.
Re: Brian Matthew critically ill
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05 Apr 2017, 14:09by rogera
So much experience of the music scene in the 60s and a great broadcaster
Re: Brian Matthew critically ill
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05 Apr 2017, 15:39by cockroach
God bless dear Brian...hope he pulls through ...
Re: Brian Matthew critically ill
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06 Apr 2017, 20:18by Mikey
The best part of a Saturday morning lie-in. I hope he pulls through.
Re: Brian Matthew critically ill
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07 Apr 2017, 08:22by Allclaphands
A big part of promoting the 60's music with a laid back approach and a great voice
His signature theme for his radio show was a Shadows 1963 classic "Foot Tapper"
https://youtu.be/j1X_3d9e25o