Tony Capstick

Tony Capstick would have been 80 years old this week. Joseph Anthony Capstick was born in Rotherham and was a comedian, actor and broadcaster. He became a regular on the folk club circuit around the west Riding area of Yorkshire. He had small roles in both Emmerdale...

Diamond titles

This is a requested feature from Mike Daley who said, “Hi Jon, Paul Gambaccini recently featured gem stones on his Radio Two show and said that diamond is the most common gemstone used in song title but didn’t say how many. Are you able to list every UK hit which...

Chris Cornell

Chris Cornell would have celebrated his 60th birthday this week. He was the frontman for three bands, Soundgarden, Audioslave and Temple of the Dog as well as a solo career.  His biggest hit as a solo artist was You Know My Name which was the theme tune to the 2006...

Single letter surnames

Here is a list of 48 charting acts who use a single letter as a surname. I haven’t included band member without a solo hit. Cardi B Derek B Eric B Howie B John B Jon B Katy B Melanie B Ruth B Sandy B Tairrie B Andy C Melanie C Roy C Asher D Chuck D Dimples D...