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John Mayhew (27 March 1947 – 26 March 2009) was an English musician, best known for his brief tenure as the drummer of the progressive rock band Genesis. He replaced the band's previous drummer, John Silver, in August 1969, and was himself replaced in August 1970 by Phil Collins.
John Mayhew, drummer, carpenter: born Ipswich 27 March 1947; twice married; died Glasgow 26 March 2009.
Feb 3, 2023 · After initial drummer Chris Stewart left in 1968 to go back to school, another Charterhouse alum named John Silver replaced him and played on Genesis's first record, "From Genesis to Revelation." Then he left, and ceded the gig to John Mayhew.
May 29, 2007 · The legendary 3rd Genesis' drummer, featured on "Trespass" album (1970) speaking with his "best friends" Cristian, Roberto and Mauro at the Dusk Day 2006 in Umbria, Italy.
It was a lucky conincidence and at short notice that we could present another highlight at the Evolution Of A Rock Band event: Not only did we have Armando Gallo and John Morrell as star guests, but Genesis' drummer from the early days, John Mayhew (who played on Trespass) came to Welkers and answered questions by the fans.
Mar 19, 2024 · At a workshop about Scottish furniture designer Charles Rennie Mackintosh a Genesis fan noticed that one of the participants was a man whose name he recognized - John Mayhew. From that time on John's past in what had become one of the UK's most successful bands caught up with him.
Former All Black and Blues coach Sir John Kirwan has spoken of his love for John Mayhew, after the high-profile elite sport doctor suffered cardiac arrest and was later put in an induced coma.
