Musician Profile

Band Info

John Meehan – Drums and bandleader of The Savannah Jazz Band – Born November 1939 in Halifax, West Yorkshire where he has lived all his life. John is the leader of The Savannah Jazz Band and is responsible for bookings, administration and general public relations. His workload is onerous and often thankless and the rest of the band knows they are very fortunate to have his unstinting efforts. Originally inspired by Gene Krupa in the film ‘The Benny Goodman Story’ John took up drumming playing in local Skiffle Groups, Dance Bands, and a Pantomine Pit Orchestra. During this work he met Terry Mellor, the originator of The Savannah Jazz Band and joined in 1979. When not involved in band work, John enjoys walking, hill climbing, swimming and the occasional tipple of Malt Whisky