James Leonard Crick (2 August 1966 – 29 August 2023)[1] was a British radio broadcaster. Once a presenter on Classic FM, Encore Radio and Jazz FM,[2] he hosted a show on Scala Radio from March 2019 until his death in 2023.[3]
Jamie Crick | |
|---|---|
| Born | James Leonard Crick 2 August 1966 |
| Died | 29 August 2023 (aged 57) |
| Nationality | British |
| Education | Christ's School |
| Alma mater | University of Westminster |
| Occupation(s) | Radio broadcaster, presenter and voice artist |
| Years active | 1988–2023 |
| Employer(s) | Classic FM, BBC, Jazz FM, Gaydar Radio and Encore Radio |
Early life
editJames Leonard Crick was born on 2 August 1966 in Chelsea, London, where he was also raised.[1] He was educated at Christ's School, followed by the University of Westminster, where he gained a BA degree in Communication and Media Studies. Initially working as a presenter for County Sound Radio in Guildford for three years, he then became a presenter and producer for BBC Radio 3.
Classic FM
editIn 1994, he joined Classic FM[4] and during his 20 years there he presented a number of programmes, including Opera in the Park and the record attempt to create the world's largest orchestra at the Symphony Hall, Birmingham. He also presented the Classic FM Youth Orchestra concerts and was a regular contributor of reviews and articles to Classic FM Magazine. He was best known for presenting the 1–5 pm weekday afternoon slot, which included Classic FM Requests.[5]
In September 2014, it was announced that Crick's contract had not been renewed and he departed from the station shortly after.
Jazz FM
editIn October 2014, Crick joined Jazz FM, initially as a guest presenter of The Performance Series.[6] He then went on to host the Afternoon Drive slot on the network, from 2 pm[7] and from September 2015 he became the station's breakfast show presenter.[8]
Personal life and death
editCrick's hobbies included music, cycling, football and current affairs. He died on 29 August 2023, having presented his last show on Jazz FM the previous day. He was 57.[9]
References
edit- ^ a b "Jamie Crick, long-serving star of Classic FM who helped start Gaydar Radio – obituary". The Telegraph. 7 September 2023. Retrieved 23 September 2023.
- ^ Donovan, Paul (5 October 2014). "Radio Waves: Classic hatchet job" – via www.thetimes.co.uk.
- ^ "Bauer to launch classical station Scala Radio". radiotoday.co.uk. 22 January 2019. Retrieved 15 May 2019.
- ^ "Jamie Crick - Archangel Voices". www.archangelvoices.co.uk. Retrieved 18 May 2018.
- ^ "On Jamie Crick's show this week". Retrieved 18 May 2018.
- ^ "Jamie Crick joins the team at Jazz FM". radiotoday.co.uk. Retrieved 15 May 2019.
- ^ "Jamie Crick Afternoon Drive". Jazz FM. Retrieved 18 May 2018.
- ^ "Jamie Crick to host Jazz FM breakfast show". radiotoday.co.uk. Retrieved 15 May 2019.
- ^ Collins, Steve (29 August 2023). "Broadcaster Jamie Crick has died at the age of 57". Radio Today. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
External links
edit- Jamie Crick discography at Discogs
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