John Almond

My friend is actually a descendent of John almonds brother Ron almond so I'm glad to see his dad's uncle was epic

His music will be with me forever. I was a young woman of 17. I'm 66 now. Resting in Peace now sir. Thank you.

Wonderful to listen to Johny & Jon’s greatest hits compilation this morning. These two compiled some of the most heartfelt music found anywhere in times gone by into present days. . . Thanks to all in that circle (here & gone). . It’s 1/14/23 with time still on the wing. . I say a prayer for the Organ Grinder’s Monkey, wherever that little soul may be.

I will always remember the music of Johnny Almond. He was a great musician in his own time.

I’m John’s cousin, born and raised in the next street to John in Enfield, England. Our fathers were (Ted and Bert) were close. I am a year older than John but I remember him at primary school in the 1950s. Used to go to see him play in local gigs and followed his career until time took us in different directions. So sad to hear he has gone. I remember a gentle sensitive young man who will be missed. Best wishes to his family.

We will miss you Johnny! RIP

Article by Johnny in ‘Melody Maker’. Mid 1960’s.

Johnny came regularly to our home in Enfield in the late 1950’s / early 1960’s for saxophone lessons from my late father Fred Cranstone. When recently going through dad’s possessions, I found several photos of Johnny as a quite young boy. He was playing sax on a bandstand in a Butlin’s holiday camp competition. The photo is signed with the words, “Best Wishes to my teacher, Mr Cranstone 1959”. Dad also carefully kept a “Melody Maker” article where Johnny spoke about the importance of getting...

La grande sensibilità musicale di Johnny Almond resterà nel cuore degli appassionati di tutto il mondo per sempre. Mark-Almond è stato uno dei gruppi più innovativi e emozionanti di sempre

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