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Name Ruth S. Truttschel ()
Date July 18, 2010 01:01 AM
Location FLORIDA
Message I HAVE PURCHASED SOME OF HIS MARVELOUS DS AND BOUGHT THE BOOK BY HIS DAUGTHTER, MICHELE, HAVE WRITTEN TO HER VIA THE TITAN BOOK PEOPLE, AND ONLY WISH HE WERE SEEN AND HEARD MORE ON COMCAST CABLE MUSIC CHANNEL 838. THAT IS WHERE I FIRST SAW HIM AND LOVED HIS SINGING SO MUCH WHICH LED ME TO THE INTERNET. ARE THERE ANY DVDS AVAILABLE?

Name	Maggie Maddox ()
Date	July 14, 2010 05:10 PM
Location	Chingford, Essex
Message	Matt Monro will always be close in my heart. I listen to him constantly. Matt always thrills me with his smooth voice. I play him always in my car when i go out each day. Matt has the best voice in the universe. Maggie Maddox

Name	Allan Abel ()
Date	July 09, 2010 11:20 PM
Location	Scotland
Message	There was none better than our Matt,one of the few singers that didn't need to 'shout' the words to any song and the mellow voice was always in control,his music will forever live on,Born Free stills sends a tingle down the spine. Taken away so early but,never forgotten

Name	Mary Hando ()
Date	July 03, 2010 10:57 AM
Location	Newport, South Wales
Message	My husband and I have always been thrilled by the voice of Matt Monro and yesterday attended a local Nostaligia Society night where we were delighted to see Michele. She spoke so wonderfully about her Dad and gave us such an insight into a life that was taken away far too soon. This website is a great tribute to a great man.

Name	Mary Hando ()
Date	July 03, 2010 10:48 AM
Location	Newport, South Wales
Message	My husband and I have always been thrilled by the voice of Matt Monro and yesterday attended a local Nostaligia Society night where we were delighted to see Michele. She spoke so wonderfully about her Dad and gave us such an insight into a life that was taken away far too soon. This website is a great tribute to a great man.

Name	Carmen Biggs ()
Date	June 27, 2010 03:23 AM
Location	Santiago Chile
Message	I would be grateful if you help me find a song that says "In this world, of many many seasons extraordinary reasons, It had to be you" sung by Matt Monro

Name	rose higgs ()
Date	June 18, 2010 04:19 PM
Location	aberdeen
Message	I listened to him as a child growing up in the Midlands and today I have most of the discs available and the music has not dated and is as fresh as it was all those years ago. I am an old lady now although I rarely admit it and the music is taking me back to a time that was less stressful

Name	wendy squires ()
Date	June 15, 2010 08:49 PM
Location	Worcs.
Message	Matt's voice was amazing and wonderful to listen to. Such a lovely personality too. We will never produce a finer singer in the UK again. Wendy Squires PRO. S.M.S.

Name	wendycook ()
Date	June 07, 2010 05:10 PM
Location	Newcastle Upon Tyne
Message	I recieved a cd of Matt Munro because i fell in love with the film Born Free. When i heard it i just simply had to play it over and over again unfortunately i did not know he had died. Hoping to buy a book about him, but unsure where. His voice so melts the heart, and even babies listen to it so smooth gentle and rich. From a happy fan now of his. Sincere thoughts to his family he left behing.

Name	Denise ()
Date	June 02, 2010 04:04 PM
Location	UK
Message	I saw Matt Monro in concert in 1965 in Singapore. It was a wonderful evening with Matt walking around the tables and singing to the guests. I will never forget his wonderful voice.

Name	Dave Hitchen ()
Date	May 26, 2010 09:22 PM
Location	St Helens Merseyside England
Message	I was this week given a copy of the DVD of Matts Australian concert which only came to light a few years ago.It has brought back many wonderful memories of the man said by Frank Sinatra to be " the only limey who can sing".Im the 1960's I saw Matt perform at the packed Liverpool Empire Theatre and i can still recall the suave ,smooth magnificent performer that he was.May he and his music live on.

Name	Ben (Aged 16) ()
Date	May 24, 2010 02:04 PM
Location	Bridlington, North Humberside
Message	Matt Monro, in my opinion, is the best singer of all time. Nat King Cole would come within the top two, but Matt Monro would win him hands down. Matt Monro had a beautiful voice that once heard, will never be forgotten. He sang some gorgeous songs and did some phenominal covers of songs made popular by others. RIP Matt. Forever, you will be missed.

Name	Clint Ritchie Stark ()
Date	May 21, 2010 12:08 PM
Location	United Kingdom
Message	THE ONE THE ONLY MATT MONRO. There will NEVER ever be another singer like Matt Monro, the americans ha Frank Sanatra,Dean Martin, etc. But as far as I am concerned. Matt could take the both of them in a singing concert, and Matt would come out on top. IT WAS SUCH A SHAME HE DIED SO YOUNG.

Name	Clint Ritchie Stark ()
Date	May 21, 2010 12:02 PM
Location	United Kingdom
Message	Michele its Clint Stark here. Would you send me a e-mail? I have lostontacts because I have bought a new Computer. my new e-mail address is clintonstark@blueyonder.co.uk. Warm Wishes, Clint Stark

Name	d w griffin ()
Date	May 13, 2010 08:15 PM
Location	st. catharines, ontario, canada
Message	I reckon I am just another fan. All that can be said Has been said Matt was Great. One of many. He is in Good company.

Name	Jennifer Whayman ()
Date	May 09, 2010 05:17 PM
Location	London
Message	Matt's daughter will be reading extracts from and signing her book on Matt in the Pitshanger Bookshop, 141 Pitshanger Lane, Ealing, London W5 on 19th May for any one who is interested.

Name	Frank McQuade ()
Date	May 05, 2010 07:46 AM
Location	Sydney Australia
Message	Three weeks ago I bought the CD The BEST OF MATT MONROE.There is only one radio station in Sydney that plays Matt on a regular basis, 2CH. What a pleasure it is to listen to a true professional at my leisure. I have been singing professionally for over 50 years but one can still learn. I have my own big swing band, The KINGS OF SWING. The personnel being oldies just like me. The majority of the musicians are regarded as legends of the industry. Several toured with Matt when he was here in Australia. They have all remarked it was always a pleasure working with him. May he rest in peace.

Name	Marlynn ()
Date	May 02, 2010 10:07 PM
Location	South West Scotland
Message	What a voice!! From an ordinary man to a superstar, just been listeneng to Radio 2 (Sunday night show 9pm) and Matt singing - I have a double CD his greatest Hits - or something like that - love it so much.. Taken too young but his voice will live forever.......

Name	Rosemarie ()
Date	April 25, 2010 08:15 PM
Location	Dunstable, Bedfordshire
Message	I was fortunate to actually see Matt at Cesars Palace in Luton (which is now a Sports Gym) and went backstage to meet him, he was such a lovely person and signed a copy of his photograph for me (which I unfortunately do not have now but wished that I had took better care of it as I think it would have been a lovely momento of him). I also still play his cd's and think that his voice was fantastic.

Name	Albakernow ()
Date	April 08, 2010 07:09 AM
Location	West Sussex
Message	Watched the programme on BBC Four last night and it brought a lump to my throat. WHAT a singer he was. Always make me think of velvet - so smooth and silky - pure magic. I'm now the age he was when he died and realise how much he gave the world and it STILL lives on. I listen to his music often to make me feel good, gives me a real lift. Would have liked to see Matt Junior though as we went to one of his shows. Not as good as his Dad, but still okay. Rest in Peace Matt, we all love you. I just hope he's said hello to my Mum who was a big fan!

Name	Carole Corrigan ()
Date	April 07, 2010 09:06 PM
Location	Essex
Message	I just watched the programme this evening about Matt Munro and enjoyed it immensely. It brought a lump to my throat because my mother used to love his voice, she died 3 years ago next month. I was sorry to read here that his lovely wife Mickie passed away, but as someone else said, she's now re-united with her love. God bless them both

Name	Jan ()
Date	April 07, 2010 08:34 PM
Location	Leicester
Message	Just watched the documentary about Matt again. I remember seeing him at the Arcadia in Skegness in the mid 60's. He was amazing and I still love that pure voice and the ability he has to hold a long note without wavering. I've never heard anyone else sing as well as Matt. Thanks for all the pleasure you have given over the years Matt.

Name	IAN DRACOTT ()
Date	April 05, 2010 05:08 PM
Location	United Kingdom
Message	First time on this site after reading THE book (kindly signed with a lovely message from Michelle in Eastbourne recently.) The definitive story of Matt Monro who although from East London spent much of his life in Ealing West London familar to me having been brought up in Shepherds Bush. Michelle even had her tonsils out in Hammersmith Hospital where I was born! Very poignant chapters about Matt's final days which I could relate to having lost my own Dad to cancer, in 1990. Matt was one of his favourite singers. I have only grown to appreciate Matt's class, style & inimatable voice over the last few years. Thank you for giving us all the opportunity to appreciate his music forever.

Name	sid ()
Date	April 02, 2010 08:04 PM
Location	england
Message	Just received a copy of michelle`s book about her father spent the last hour or so reading a small bit of it in the bath only to come on this site and find that mickie matts wife has passed away my prayers are with the family at this time of loss, but she is reunited with her love Matt

Name	rosemary lipscombe ()
Date	March 31, 2010 02:47 PM
Location	united kingdom
Message	i am reading the new book, and at the moment am listening to the new album its so lovely reminds me of my father who was also a bus driver and had a lovely baritone voice he was welsh and died when i was 15, he was just 48, brings tears to my eyes thankyou for the memories

Name	garyferguson ()
Date	March 30, 2010 01:48 PM
Location	aberdeen scotland
Message	matt you were simply the best

Name	Carole Johnson ()
Date	March 19, 2010 10:27 AM
Location	Humberston Grimsby
Message	Love your music as did my late mum it remain as beautiful as it ever was x thankyou for being Special

Name	Bobby Johnstone ()
Date	March 14, 2010 10:33 AM
Location	south of Scotland
Message	I am listening to the new Matt monro "The complete singles collection (2010)". This has everything including a long lost favourite of mine, "I'll know her" Fab new release

Name	Brian Herriott ()
Date	March 12, 2010 07:50 PM
Location	Brighton
Message	Matts daughter signed my book today, chuffed!

Name	Van Mungo ()
Date	March 09, 2010 04:43 AM
Message	I recall hearing Matt Monro's voice through the years (for the first time with his rendering of the theme of the Bond film "From Russia with Love"), and I never could quite forget his uncannily tasteful and moving renditions of the pop standards. Recently I have been re-immersing myself in the music of Charles Strouse--who wrote the music for Bye-Bye Birdie, Annie, and Golden Boy, among other Broadway musicals--and I came upon Matt's recording of Strouse's "This Is the Life." What a gem--a true classic of the pop form: swinging, tender, full of yearning and grace. Just to draw a contrast: Steve Lawrence had a voice of similar timbre, but the effect was slick, hollow. Matt, with subtle, deft, almost imperceptible inflections of phrasing, made magic--touched the soul. He was a great artist; it is understandable that a soul of his sensitivity found it hard to live in this world. Rest in peace, Matt Monro.

Name	Sylvia Viehweger ()
Date	March 03, 2010 07:47 PM
Location	Florida
Message	Having moved to the USA in 1965 I don't recall hearing too many of Matt's songs or even appreciated them as much at that time. What a great singer he was, but now I am enjoying hearing his songs played on a local radio station 'The Breeze' along with other Artists of the 50/60's he ranks the tops along with the greats!! We miss you Matt.

Name	Edmundo Macedo ()
Date	February 28, 2010 06:37 AM
Location	Los Angeles
Message	I couldn't agree more with Judy (August 18, 2009 - Novato, California). Sir Winston Churchill would probably say: "one day delaying Matt's knighthood is one day wasted!

Name	eva maurer ()
Date	February 22, 2010 05:32 AM
Location	CANADA ONTARIO
Message	THIS LETTER IS FOR SARA AND MICHELE. FIRST I LIKE TO THANK YOU BOTH FOR ALL THE HARD WORK AND EXPECIALLY MICHEL TO TRY TO KEEP YOUR FATHER LAGACY A LIFE I MUST CONGRAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY TO GIVE ME A PLEASURE TO BE ABLE TO READ THE BOOK WICH I HAVE ORDERED BUT CANNOT GET IT BEFORE MAY 15 2010 I HAVE IMMIGRATED TO CANADA 1958 AND REMEMBER YOUR DAD SINGING ON THE RADIO AND EVERY TIME HEARD HIS VOICE BROTH TEERS IN MY EYE IM 73 YRS OLD NOW AND STILL WIPING THE TEARS MAY HIS MUSIC LEAV FOR EVER THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS NOT JUST FOR HIM BUT ALSO FOR US PEOPLE WHO NEVER HAD A CHACE TO WATCH HIM PERFORM LIVE BUT HE WILL ALWAYS BE INMY HEART BEST REGARD TO YOUR WONDERFUL MOM ALSO YOUR OWN FAMILY TIME TO TIME WILL WRITE TO YOU JUST TO BE ABLE TO KNOW IF STILL DOING SUCH A GREAT JOB YOUS TRULY EVA MAURER

Name	Sara Palmer ()
Date	February 19, 2010 02:48 PM
Location	Jersey
Message	I present the Morning Show on the BBC in Jersey and I shall be chatting with Michele Monro (Matt's daughter) about her book about her father. She will be on the show on Monday morning around 1015 if anyone wanted to listen live on the internet - or catch it on listen again. Kind regards Sara Palmer Presenter BBC Jersey www.bbc.co.uk/jersey

Name	Joan Sankey (formerly Hinton) ()
Date	February 13, 2010 09:41 PM
Location	Chelmsford, Essex
Message	We are playing a Matt Monro album tonight, having a special dinner at home. I remember seeing Matt early in his career in Germany, singing to the 'troops'. Can't remember whether it was in Cologne or Muenchengladbach. Very enjoyable. Still have very many happy memories of those days, associated with Matt. Also days of BFBS in Cologne.

Name	sam kavanagh ()
Date	February 11, 2010 10:26 PM
Location	nottingham
Message	i have been a fan for as long as i can remember, walk away and softly as i leave you are my favourites of all time....i would love to hear from other fans......

Name	Richard ()
Date	February 11, 2010 10:18 AM
Location	west midlands
Message	I have been a fan for a number of years, i used to do show's for sheltered housing and the OAP'S that saw the show used to always ask for Matt's songs. Thnak you Matt for the music and for helping me find my voice.

Name	Edmundo Macedo ()
Date	February 11, 2010 06:42 AM
Location	Los Angeles
Message	Matt Monro was simply the very best. He makes people believe that there is magic in music. Matt's diction was perfect and his voice sublime. Listening to Matt Monro alleviates the pain, soothes the soul, feeds the need for living and for believing. For believing in the good of Men. Matt Monro will always live!

Name	burrows william ()
Date	February 09, 2010 03:33 PM
Location	waltenschwil switzerland
Message	Have long been an admirer / fan of Matt Monro, my one regret is that I somehow never got round to seeing him live. Shall look into buying DVD's next best thing.

Name	brenda wright ()
Date	February 09, 2010 02:24 PM
Message	hi i met matt monro at the adelpi hotel in liverpool in 1969 i was only 15 i was a cleaner, he was very kind but i was to shy to speak to him i just smiled and he said dont be shy i have never forgotten them words he was a loverly person and he had the most warm singing voice he will always be special to me.

Name	colin mccormack ()
Date	February 09, 2010 09:49 AM
Location	Telford Shropshire
Message	I had the privaledge of cutting Mats hair in Nth Ealing when he livedin in Hanger Lane,all I can say is a great bloke on and of the stage.Michell If you read this I am the ex boxtng trainer of Guinnes boxing club(do you rember coming to the fights with us)

Name	David Austen ()
Date	February 08, 2010 07:00 PM
Location	Croydon, Surrey. UK
Message	One the three British greats with world wide fame. Sir Cliff Richards Dame Shirley Bassey Without a doubt it would have been Sir Matt Monroe You have been the music in my life and will probably be the music that plays at the end of it. Greatly missed but still celebrated.

Name	Sheila Mackenzie ()
Date	February 08, 2010 03:51 PM
Location	England
Message	I have loved his singing since I was a teenager and I met him once on Isle of Wight(50 years ago)and a took a photo of him. My mum always recognised his voice when she came to see me and I was playing his CD,so at her funeral we played 'Softly As I Leave You' which she would have loved.He was a great singer and I find it hard to believe he never got in the charts in this country.

Name	Tony Bibb ()
Date	February 08, 2010 02:03 PM
Location	Staffordshire
Message	Finest ballad singer of all time. Marvellous to listen to and watch- immaculate prose and timing - spectacular sound.

Name	IAN WILLIAMS ()
Date	February 08, 2010 02:03 PM
Location	Neath - S. Wales UK
Message	I am trying to find the song list on the CD from Manila attached to the DVD - The Ultimate Performer. Thanks Ian Williams

Name	RAY WINCHESTER ()
Date	February 08, 2010 11:56 AM
Location	DERBYSHIRE UK
Message	PROBABLY THE FINEST BALLARD SINGER THIS COUNTRY (UK)HAS PRODUCED, THANK GOODNESS HIS IMMACULATE TIMING AND PHRASING PLUS THE BEAUTIFUL TONAL QUALITY PREVENTED HIM FROM EVER HAVING A No 1 IN THE UK POP CHARTS. GODBLESS MATT.

Name	tony benton ()
Date	February 08, 2010 10:47 AM
Location	northampton
Message	i used to live in north london as a child(wood green) and have been playing music for over thirty years,i listened to matts songs for a lot of years, and would like to say what a fantastic voice he had and is very much missed, will be buying his book. regards t benton

Name	S WALLWORK ()
Date	February 08, 2010 09:55 AM
Location	England
Message	Love his wonderful voice.

Name	Melanie Gadsdon ()
Date	February 08, 2010 09:28 AM
Location	Woodford Green
Message	I used to play Matt Monro when I was very young in my teens, Bobby Darin was another! I played 45rpm records and Matt Monro was constantly played because I loved his gorgeous voice. His voice was like the best chocolate you have ever tasted. Rich, smooth, luxurious, beautiful. I never tired of hearing his voice. I am sad that he is not here but his voice will always remain in my mind. I cannot forget it.

Name	Irene Conchie ()
Date	February 08, 2010 09:16 AM
Location	Colwyn Bay . N. Wales UK
Message	I have just seen Michelle Monroe on BBC breakfast tv.and I'm going to buy the book. I saw Matt in Manchester between 1960 -1966 and it still feels like yesterday. It brings tears to my eyes when I hear his voice. Every thing has to stop and no body can speak whilst his music is playing. We were deverstated when he died.

Name	Lee Martin ()
Date	February 07, 2010 09:03 PM
Location	Suwanee, GA
Message	It is ironic that I rediscovered Matt Monro and his marvelous voice twenty-five years after his death. I always thought his From Russia With Love was the best of all Bond themes. For some reason I was compelled only last week to order his Ultimate Hits CD (50 songs)not even realizing it was a significant anniversary of his passing. Clearly the best of all male voices ever, including Sinatra and Bennett. Best wishes to his wife and adult children.

Name	eva maurer ()
Date	February 07, 2010 05:33 PM
Location	Canada
Message	It is nice that people alwas remembera man with a golden voice my favorite WALK A WAY some day will see you in heven

Name	Nicola Branch ()
Date	February 07, 2010 05:04 PM
Location	London
Message	I can't beleive it's 25 years since Matt died. I'm currently listening to "heartbreakers" - a wonderful collection of his greats. His music will live on and on and on. Thank you Matt, wherever you may be.

Name	stan hurley ()
Date	February 05, 2010 01:34 AM
Location	merseyside
Message	Michele, I have just Received the book, and its like reading my own Life story, I was born in Shoreditch also, 2 years after Matt,so you can gather from that,I was following in his footsteps, I was never a bus driver, I left that to my Brother,I did have 28 jobs in a year,I am enjoying the book, will keep in touch regards Stan

Name	William Moss ()
Date	January 31, 2010 12:08 AM
Location	UK
Message	I am so pleased that I have recently introduced Matt's music to my relatives in Germany and they are just astounded, they are now as hooked as I always have been on Matt's wonderful music.

Name	Jennifer ()
Date	January 29, 2010 09:18 PM
Location	England
Message	To the lady who is getting married and wants an instrumental version of On Days Like These, I'm pretty certain that there is an instrumental version on The Italian Job film soundtrack although I don't know how long it lasts. Hope that helps and good luck!

Name	Brian Mc Donald ()
Date	January 21, 2010 08:17 PM
Location	Scotland
Message	My father used to sing in the clubs and bars.He was a crooner like Matt.Just the best voice ever.....

Name	Deborah Scott ()
Date	January 17, 2010 05:11 PM
Location	Venice, Italy
Message	My dad Phil died a month earlier than Matt at the same age. He had a wonderful voice himself and I was brought up in Liverpool on Nat King Cole, Tony Bennett and Matt Monro, both the originals & my dad's versions (honestly hard to tell the difference with my eyes closed.) My dad was so proud Matt was British! I like to think that during the last 25 years he got to do some 'heavenly' harmonising with his idol. xx

Name	alison johnston ()
Date	January 15, 2010 11:34 PM
Location	scotland
Message	A very talented person sang with as much passion as Frank Sinatra, he was superb at singing "Born Free"just like Bobby Darin died too young.

Name	Hasan Abdulla ()
Date	January 14, 2010 04:36 PM
Location	Reading, Berkshire, UK
Message	I am most fascinated by Matt's song 'On Days Like these'. The lyrics are so well arranged and written, that I wonder whom the song was meant for. It almost seems that Matt Monro was singing about a child rather than a young lady!

Name	Jason ()
Date	January 09, 2010 11:44 PM
Location	UK
Message	HI everybody, this is a brilliant website! Im a huge fan of Mr Monro, and am currently trying to collect more of his concerts ets... If anyone out there can help me and would like to trade my email is jason_swing@hotmail.co.uk

Name	Julie Rowsell ()
Date	January 03, 2010 02:38 PM
Location	Stockport
Message	I am getting married in Las Vegas and my husband to be has always loved Matt's music. I would like an instrumental version of On days like these as the music is beautiful but the words don't really fit a wedding. Can anybody help by letting me know if they have heard it anywhere? Many thanks.

Name	Carl Barker ()
Date	January 03, 2010 12:11 PM
Location	Kingston upon Hull
Message	Great website for a great singer, i will be visiting regularly in the future to see about new releases and news.

Name	Luis Lopez ()
Date	December 31, 2009 01:36 AM
Location	Lima-Peru-South America.
Message	We will die but The Music Played will continue living in the heart of the new generations. Thanks for all Matt. We will see upstairs. Dec 2009 - Jan 2010

Name	Edgardo Moreno ()
Date	December 28, 2009 11:43 PM
Location	Toronto
Message	He is simply one of the best singers that have ever graced the earth! "If I never sing another song?" is an absolute classic! I personally think Matt sings so differently, to some degree or another!

Name	joan fisher ()
Date	December 28, 2009 07:49 PM
Location	U.S.A.
Message	I heard Matt as a child but my parents listened mostly to Frank Sinatra.I am a new fan pretty much. He is wonderful. Shame he passed away so young.

Name	Janice Nicholls ()
Date	December 19, 2009 09:58 PM
Location	Canada
Message	Hello! I am 60 years old now and emigrated to Canada in 1968 from England. We absolutely loved Matt in our house and bought his records. I bought one CD of his hits off the Internet a few years ago..just played it! My guy had his music in his home town of Montevideo in Uruguay, South America. What a day that was when we realised we both loved Matt Monro! I would love a DVD!

Name	Edmund c. Flores ()
Date	December 15, 2009 03:45 AM
Location	Los Angeles, California
Message	First time I heard Matt Monro was when I saw the James Bond movie From Russia With Love where he sang the theme song at the end of the movie. I have two of his LP albums which contains almost all his top hits. I really love listening to this man. Singers today won't even come close. Hats off for having this website.

Name	Bernard Waller ()
Date	November 27, 2009 06:46 PM
Location	St.Helens
Message	Matt Munro -- A brilliant singer.What a voice.I keep playing "If I never sing another song" and "On days like these". I am truly hypnotised !!

Name	babs ()
Date	November 15, 2009 12:18 AM
Location	Lancashire
Message	On my way home and going to work i play matt he chills me out .And in between, what a singer.

Name	babs ()
Date	November 15, 2009 12:09 AM
Location	uk
Message	Its so sad to listen to so called singing to day, they re vamp with screechin and crap boom booom , its an insult to the heros of music. Babs

Name	Steve Ozanne ()
Date	October 20, 2009 04:47 PM
Location	Northern Ireland
Message	PURE BLISS, what can anyone say other than that which describes his variable taste and genius of his own work........Long may your tunes and voice continue to be heard by millions...

Name	Jennifer ()
Date	October 20, 2009 02:49 PM
Location	Ealing
Message	Hi does anyone know exactly where Matt lived? I heard it was near Pitshanger Lane but no one seems to know for sure.

Name	Jean Lightwood ()
Date	September 14, 2009 08:55 AM
Location	Birmingham
Message	On Saturday evening at the Garrick Theatre Lichfield I had the pleasure of seeing for the first time Matt Jnr, with me were my mother and my uncle both who had seen Matt Snr at the Cresta Club Solihull and both have many LPS which they treasure. I must admit I was impressed on Saturday evening not only by this young man and the way the show was presented but also by his warmth and charisma so much so with mom now living in Eastbourne we are off to see this young man on the 24th.

Name	Jim ()
Date	September 06, 2009 08:04 PM
Location	Scotland
Message	My mum passed away five years ago. Matt was her favourite artist. I play his wonderful songs as one way to remember her.

Name	david ()
Date	September 02, 2009 09:19 AM
Location	midlands
Message	I'm a 16 year old who loves the crooners especially matt is voice is perfect i only wish i could have seen him live. none of this modern crap can or ever will be as good as matt.

Name	alan talampas ()
Date	August 30, 2009 04:29 AM
Location	Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
Message	Idon't know how to get in touch with your website. So I'll just ask my question. I once had an audiocassette tape of Matt's with a lineup that included Yesterday, Just Yesterday, All that Remains, Roses and Roses, Beyond the Hill, etc. Is this album available on the net?

Name	Chris Etherington ()
Date	August 29, 2009 04:52 PM
Location	Manchester U. K.
Message	I recently found myself buying a Matt Monro double C.D. for a 70th birthday celebration for one of my clients. The track that had been specially requested was was Matts version of "Unchained Melody" having checked my Matt Monro tracksI realised I did not have it so off to H. M. V Shop Got it at thelovely price of £6.00!! Having grown up listening to Matt during the 60's via my parents playing some of his music but not really paying to much attention I had not realised what a fantastic singer he was with large and varied repertoire. I shall be putting Matt On the 'crooners playlist' for my Djing nights as well as on my Radio Show on Bolton F.M. 96.5

Name	gerry forbes ()
Date	August 22, 2009 05:32 PM
Message	Hi, Can you answer a question for me please. Did Matt ever record the tune God Only Knows written by Brian Wilson around 1966 / 67 thanks Gerry.

Name	Lynn ()
Date	August 22, 2009 05:14 AM
Location	Ontario Canada
Message	One of the most under appreciated crooners of our life time. I grew up with his music via my parents. My dad and my uncle Ray sang ala Matt Monroe in working mens clubs around Manchester. Listening to Matt brings back amazing memories of the two of them singing.

Name	Judy ()
Date	August 18, 2009 04:15 PM
Location	Novato, California
Message	What is the latest news on a knighthood for Matt Monro? His music plays a big part of my day. That warm, resonant and "golden" voice is absolutely impeccable and, sadly, irreplaceable. I was a teen in the sixties, but, along with my Chubby Checker, Beatles and Beach Boys 45's, I bought my share of Matt Monro hits at our neighborhood record shop in San Francisco. I will add my name to the petition for Matt's knighthood and would love to know how making Matt Monro "Sir Matt" is coming along. Would appreciate any and all news.

Name	John Moore ()
Date	August 13, 2009 09:58 PM
Location	U.K.
Message	Just wish I'd appreciated his music more when he was alive. Remember seeing him on Terry Wogan show once saying how he worked around the world. Can't stop playing his music while driving, makes the journey so enjoyable. Didn't Frank Sinatra once say that he rated is voice as good as his own? Keep watching the start of the "Italian Job" , what an intro to a film! Think his daughter was talking to Steve Wright on his Radio2 show last year.I've a very catholic taste in music,Elvis, Stones,Elton,Beatles,Orbison.etc,etc classical also.Matt Munro will always be up there with the very best, sharing my number one spot!

Name	rob ()
Date	July 30, 2009 08:47 PM
Location	walton on thames, surrey
Message	a fabulous artist, a fabulous voice. "We're gonna change your world" (in particular) brings back so many memories of happier, gentler and more civilised times. Played it at my Dad's funeral last year

Name	Greg Jordan ()
Date	July 30, 2009 06:00 PM
Location	South Carolina, USA
Message	Listened to my Dad's music when I was a child in the 60's. This included Matt Monroe. What a great guy!!! Favorites are Born Free, Yesterday, Softly as I leave you etc. Still listening today at age 52. Also sharing Matts music. What a Great talented Artist!!! Dont get me wrong still listen to my 60's and 70's Rock, Beatles, Pink Floyd etc. Thanks for the Memories, Greg

Name	Safari ()
Date	July 29, 2009 11:50 PM
Message	I've read and listened to a lot of the eulogies apportioned to Matt.He was a great singer,not 'Another Coming'.Get off your knees and just enjoy to the music for crying out loud. But if you must make a public display, I suggest, "A Bottle of Wine.Up the Graveyard and a good Greet"

Name	Paul Harris ()
Date	July 27, 2009 09:44 PM
Location	Blackrod
Message	Listening to Matt always hits the spot and the pressures of the day just float away, it does not get any better, long live the memories and the music.

Name	christine phelps ()
Date	July 26, 2009 01:59 PM
Location	west yorkshire
Message	Listening to Matt singing his lovely songs while you are sailing on the canal is sheer bliss.

Name	alan ()
Date	July 18, 2009 12:57 PM
Location	Ealing
Message	at one time i deliverd milk to Matt lovely home in Ealing,he was a all round humble guy and perhaps quiet and reserved/shy but on stage he let RIP, am pleased i met MATT the MAN and SINGER,long my he live on;

Name	Danny Javier ()
Date	July 11, 2009 09:11 PM
Location	L.A., Ca
Message	Matt was well loved by the Pilipino people. He left alot of song that is very dear to all of us. I love singing his song (karaoke) my friends says that I sometimes sound similar to his tone. That is a very nice complement. Long live all Matt's fan

Name	Stephen Smith ()
Date	July 04, 2009 08:21 PM
Location	Leeds,West Yorkshire
Message	For the past 30 years I have collected many of Matt's LP's and cds. I have also played them both on my hospital radio station and now on the web. My all time favourite albums are Love Is The Same Anywhere and Sings Hogey Charmichael. We may have lost him as a person,but through his many recordings his wonderful voice and music go on Stephen Smith. Radio Poplar

Name	Thomas Dohling ()
Date	June 24, 2009 06:58 AM
Location	New Delhi, India
Message	Walk away, Wednesday's Child (I'm one), and Sunrise Sunset are songs I remember from my childhood (I'm 52 now) and they still get me sentimental. Today's songs don't have the ability to touch me as these golden oldies (and others from that era). I wish (and hope) today's kids would appreciate such music. Am I hoping too much?? Thanks for the lyrics.

Name	Colin Gregory ()
Date	June 18, 2009 07:24 PM
Location	North Yorkshire
Message	I was only a child in the 60's and probably only heard of him through Born Free, my tastes being for the "pop music" of the time. As I'm now in my 50's and todays music does nothing to me I rediscovered Matt through youtube and listen to his supurb songs regularly especially Walk away which i'd put in my all time top 10 favourite songs.

Name	Rose ()
Date	June 07, 2009 07:11 PM
Location	USA
Message	i AM A BIG BIG FAN OF MATT MONRO since the 60's. I have many of his cds. I am looking for a CD with the songs " JUST YESTERDAY" and" AND ROSES AND ROSES". I have them on tape, but i want to put it in my ipod so that I can listen to it anywhere. I want to know where i can find/buy CDS with these songs? I spend hours listening to his songs. I also love to listen to Matt Jnr and their songs. I am glad the legacy is being continued.

Name	Tony D'Amico ()
Date	June 05, 2009 08:17 PM
Location	LaVerne,Calif.
Message	My biggest regret is that I discovered MATT in the late 70's.never had the opportunity to see him perform in Vegas.Truly an icon in pop music.I have compared his "I Have Dreamned" to Sinatra.He beats him by a mile. I love to sing his type of music at homes with shut ins. My ministry!!Could you please assist me in purchasing his background traxs for "I Have Dremned"? I have many of his background karayoki songs. Unable to locate. Thanks for your efforts. Sincerely, Tony D'Amico

Name	Stephen McKenna ()
Date	May 19, 2009 01:08 AM
Location	London
Message	Just spent an evening with my brother and sister-in-law. He's a top-notch record producer and their lives are filled with all the current pop and indie stuff, but this evening we just went on to Spotify and chilled out to Matt! An amazing talent and one that continues to endure. Kisses to you Matt wherever you are. The choirs of the heavens are all the richer for your tones. Stephen McKenna

Name	George ()
Date	May 17, 2009 12:52 PM
Location	Philipines
Message	I had the pleasure to talk with Matt jnr and have pics done with him and show him the layout for the portrait I was doing,,,,I was also lucky to renew and talk to his music director Collin who I met some thirty five years earlier when he was with Des O'conner the night a great evening thanks Matt

Name	George ()
Date	May 12, 2009 02:50 AM
Location	Philippines
Message	Hi,Matt is an amazing artist,was able to see one of his concerts here in Philippines.As a portrait artist,i done one for him,take a look at my website..... http://www.georgemeehan.i8.com

Name	titan ()
Date	April 29, 2009 10:00 PM
Location	tipton.west midlands, england
Message	as a child of the 60s i was brought up on songs of this calibre, now at nearly 50 and a lover of kareoke, matt is one of the artists i love to sing, there will be only one singer of his stature long may the music continue to flourish,

Name	joanna noon ()
Date	April 28, 2009 02:04 PM
Location	Newcastle
Message	My dad is very very poorly and not expected to survive the week. He is nearly 80 and would say himself that he has had a good innings. My mam has chosen 'on days like these' as one of the songs that is going to be played in the crematorium. My son googled it and got it up on U-tube. Since then we can't stop listening to it and watching the intro to the Italian Job. We love it. For a gorgeous,fanatastic dad and grandad Robert Henry Clark

Name	Donald Waits ()
Date	April 16, 2009 06:25 AM
Location	San Francisco, CA, USA
Message	I was sitting at my computer listening to Matt sing "I'll Dream Of You"; googled photos of him and found out about Matt Jr. I'm very happy to see his legacy being continued by his surviving children. I've been a fan since "Portrait of My Loove", when I was still a boy. Thank you Michele and Matt Jr.

Name	Lee Evans ()
Date	April 15, 2009 01:18 PM
Location	Wales
Message	I love listening to Matt Monro's voice. He always made it sound so effortless. He was wonderful and it's such a shame that he died so young. My favourite song is 'More' but it doesn't seem to appear on many albums.

Name	Keith Mullen ()
Date	April 14, 2009 09:15 PM
Location	Peterlee
Message	I saw the BBC4 programme about this great singer & it brought back so many memories.I would say he was the equal of Frank Sinatra and even through the era of the swinging 60s and Heavy metal,there was always a place for this gifted singer who was taken from us so soon. I have yet to hear a more gifted singer... Thanks for starting this site...that his records still sell in there tens of thousands show how much loved Matt was..

Name	Andy and Jan ()
Date	March 29, 2009 12:39 PM
Location	England
Message	Frank Sinatra once said Matt Munro had the best voice in showbiz, high praise indeed. "Days like these" what can I say, a haunting melody and a beautiful song.

Name	jerry kimberlin ()
Date	March 28, 2009 03:23 PM
Location	london
Message	Simply The Best

Name	john langdale ()
Date	March 27, 2009 12:36 PM
Location	United Kingdom
Message	Matt Monro -absolutley superb what a talent I was around in his time but was so busy listining to others although did buy born free albumn.Revisited him following tv biography and wow,how good is he!My favs. are "on days like these"-"we're gonna change the world"-"if i never sing another song"and last but not least"the music played"but I have not heard them all so there other gems lurking, waiting to be rediscovered.

Name	Robin King ()
Date	March 24, 2009 07:58 PM
Location	Dorset
Message	What voice I think we where robbed of one of the Uks greatest. This man had the real thing TALENT . Im sure if he was around to day he would still have a very healthy career Thanks Matt

Name	Peter Baker ()
Date	March 23, 2009 09:29 PM
Location	United Kingdom
Message	I have just watched his life story on the tele again, and is still the best crooner to come out of this country,and i am glad he was inmy era the sixties were the best.

Name	ajit ghosh ()
Date	March 01, 2009 12:47 AM
Message	To me, Matt Monro was simply the greatest singer of all time. If anyone has a CD of all his songs, I'd be willing to pay for it.

Name	sandra tindall ()
Date	February 14, 2009 02:59 PM
Location	Lincoln
Message	I found some reel to reel tapes while sorting out my attic.Radio/tv shows of Matts.There were some beautiful songs which I've never seen on record.It's Magic,I'll Walk Alone,I've Heard That Song Before,Three Coins In A Fountain,I Guess It Was You All The Time,The Nearness Of You and That Old Black Magic.If anyone can tell me if they have these on a C.D.that I have missed I'd be pleased to hear.Thankyou

Name	John meech ()
Date	February 08, 2009 11:23 PM
Location	St. Neots
Message	No wonder Sinatra was a big fan. I'm a Deano fan myself but I've started to change allegence, Matt was pretty damn good - wasn't he.

Name	Dave England ()
Date	February 06, 2009 03:19 PM
Location	Harrisburg, PA
Message	Giovanni from Lakewood, CA said it all in Nov.08. Andy Russell and Matt were fabulous but terribly underrated. Of course you'd have to be 80 to appreciate both of them. As an aside,Jazz has always been my thing.

Name	w cruickshank ()
Date	January 22, 2009 08:12 PM
Location	bracknell
Message	my wife and I have have just been listening to Matt on one of our CDs I am 77 and Bridget my wife 72 years young..we had just finished dinner and the music had us up doing a slow mutch ...Oh Matt as Old blues said " You were the best English singer at that time....Why did you abuse your body so....

Name	Tony Buckell ()
Date	January 12, 2009 07:50 PM
Location	Basildon, Essex,UK
Message	Hi All, It is so nice to be among real music lovers, Matt Monro truly was & is the singers singer, His voice was a finely tuned instrument used at its best, I can only attempt his songs & try to do them justice, I would love to have met him he seemed so down to earth, All the best to you all & keep listening to the singers singer.

Name	dory can ()
Date	January 05, 2009 01:05 PM
Location	Nevada, USA
Message	This song was played at a friend's wedding TillThenMyLove-MattMonroe..I have never heard the song, but instantly fell in love with it. I have never stopped playing it ever since. The voice, the song, the lyrics.....

Name	Alireza Dastafshan ()
Date	December 30, 2008 09:06 AM
Location	Tehran-Iran
Message	Reading Matt's biography impressed me a lot and made me deeply sad wondering why we should have lost such a great artist so early. Matt's voice was indeed supreme. My favourites among Matt's songs are (respectively) "Charade" and "Yesterday"; Matt's version of every song is always the best compared to the same song performed by others. Thank you for making and maintaining this site.

Name	Bill Hare ()
Date	December 26, 2008 08:24 PM
Location	Seattle, Washington U.S.A.
Message	The man was a genius with great tonal quality and a mellow sound as soft and smooth as silk. When I read his biography I could see that I treaded the same ground he had such as Highgate, Teddington, and even staying within easy walking distance of the Cromwell Hospital, where he died. He was an original, one of a kind. We can never forget him and are happy his great talent found a great international market.

Name	jim richardson ()
Date	December 12, 2008 09:55 PM
Location	bellshill, scotland, uk
Message	i was at social function last night and heard a man sing one of the most beautiful love songs ever,( portrait of my love )i immedeatley asked about it. this led me to research matt monro and have instantly become a fan. i will be hoping to get some of his albums from my family as xmas gifts. many congratulations on the web site i found it most informative.

Name	Toni Moss ()
Date	December 11, 2008 10:33 PM
Location	The Netherlands
Message	Thank you for creating this tribute to a singer who is such an essential part of the soundtrack to so many lives across so many generations. Truly a labor of love on your part and very, very much appreciated by his fans!

Name	El'vira ()
Date	November 30, 2008 07:20 AM
Location	Russia
Message	From Russia with love :-)

Name	ROCKY ()
Date	November 20, 2008 03:22 PM
Location	Coconut Creek, Florida
Message	I think losing you was a great tragedy to the entire globe of this universe. It is such a shame that you went to fast...Whenever I see lions in pictures or at the screen......I always think of you and the song"Born Free". This is and was your signature song and will always be your. Rest peacefully in heaven and thank you for singing that song....." BORN FREE "

Name	Giovanni
Date	November 19, 2008 06:43 AM
Location	Lakewood, Colorado, USA
Message	Thank You to the person who had the great idea of establishing this site.Also, for the opportunity to express my respect and admiration to a Great Singer. Besides Andy Russell (See Stork Club and Copacabana)Circa 1950s...There has not been a greater singer than these two gentlemen! I am also an amateur singer...sort of a Crooner, who admires this type of talent.

Name	Betty ()
Date	November 16, 2008 06:21 PM
Location	Wilmington, DE USA
Message	Hi, I love Matt's voice. I have been a huge fan of Eddie Fisher but Matt's voice, to me anyway, runs a very close second. When I am not listening to Eddie, Matt is right there on my CD player. I love his singing. I have a CD a friend made for me and on it Matt sings My Way, and it is so great, much better than Sinatra's version. I also like the song Didn't We? I can't remember who made that song originally, but Matt's version was fanastic! Thanks for a wonderful site for a great talent. I only wish I had seen him in person, but at least I have his music to listen to.

Name	Jim Freeman ()
Date	November 14, 2008 10:34 PM
Location	Kelowna. BC. Canada
Message	Well who would beleive that being born and brought up in the UK I never even heard of Matt Monroe until three years ago,(I was never a big follower of Male Singers) then WHAM!!! he was such a great talent,such a fantastic voice and aptitude for pulling the right feeling from a lyric, It boggles my mind that he didn't become successful before he did. I've dedicated a complete playlist to all Matt's work on my iPod and it gets a great deal of playing time. Awsome.

Name	Geoff "the chef" Wilson ()
Date	November 02, 2008 05:26 PM
Location	Manchester UK
Message	I am amateur singer/poet and play acoustic guitar not so well....anyone know the chords for WALK AWAY as it's my all time favourite MM song....he was much better singer than Sinatra...Walk away is the best song ever recorded by a singer of this era !!! PLEASE HELP as I wanna perform it at forthcoming party for a friends birthday!

Name	Lori Passman ()
Date	October 26, 2008 11:52 PM
Location	Overland Park, Kansas
Message	I am a fan of Matt Monro.. since I do not listen to another voice but his, you could say it is obcessive... My problem I can't seem to get onto the forum.. which I would like so much.. Something seems to be wrong with my email or password.. Please help . so that I may be part of the Fan club and Matt Monro Forum I would so appreciate your help... hoping to hear from you

Name	Mike L. ()
Date	October 26, 2008 05:52 PM
Location	Manila, Philippines
Message	I LOVE MATT MONROE! i'm a 21 year old from the Philippines and I can't help but really fall in love with his songs.

Name	Lori Passman ()
Date	October 24, 2008 07:32 PM
Location	Overland ParkKansas
Message	Are there any other voices in the world more comforting, more beautiful than Matt Monro... absolutely not.. he desreves every kind of tribute

Name	Glynn Bullock ()
Date	October 15, 2008 10:03 PM
Location	Forest of Dean -Gloucestershire
Message	A friend of mine in Ireland is a matt fanatic.He claims One of matts sons sung in a duet together. could anyone name the song-also is there a recording of the song?

Name	Liam Cripps ()
Date	October 14, 2008 04:58 PM
Message	Hi, Not long before my Grandad died, November 2005, he was telling me that when he was younger he used to work alongside Matt when he was a busdriver or something. He loved his music and at his funeral we had matt monro's Autumn Leaves playing..very moving.

Name	Bert del Mundo ()
Date	October 06, 2008 05:48 PM
Location	saudi arabia
Message	Sure, Matt Monro is the greatest foreign singer the Filipinos had ever known untill till death. His version of MY WAY is the favorite song Filipinos always want to hear. He performed in the Philippines three times in the '60s, '70s and in 1982 where he recorded a local composition titled BE MY LADY, which until now is a favorite ballad sung by Filipinos in videoke bars through out the country. "IF I NEVER SING ANOTHER SONG" ? - the songs Matt Monro had leave us will stays forever...as long as "The Music Played" the Filipinos will always remember you Matt Monro!

Name	robin t carter ()
Date	October 03, 2008 07:13 PM
Location	twickenham
Message	I have a very large collection of c.d.s over 500 but the ones i play the most is matt monroe,s brilliant voice ,my wife and children love singing along with matt his voice still makes me shiver ,god bless matt monroe .also i.d like to thank the people who dedicate their time and effort in giving fans like me the pleasure to read about matt and also i never thought he was loved this much by people all over the world .

Name	jack mills ()
Date	September 30, 2008 08:56 PM
Location	bournemouth
Message	I have been a Matt Monro fan since the early 60's. Matt was without doubt the best male vocalist Britain has ever produced. If Matt was alive today, I'm sure he would have appeared in "Eastenders" and also he would have performed songs from Cats, Blood Brothers, etc. One of my favourite songs is "Till then my love" absoulutely beautiful.

Name	jeff ferris ()
Date	September 21, 2008 10:34 PM
Location	hoddesdon herts england
Message	my mother lily who died last year was matts dancing partner during the war at the lyceum in london when matt was a bus driver god bless both of them

Name	Inger Prüsse ()
Date	September 08, 2008 12:31 AM
Location	Sønderborg, Denmark
Message	Dear Matt. Do you remember me? I used to come to your home in 1958-59. My german friend Rosemary was your au pair girl at that time. I was living in Kilburn also as a au pair. Rosemary and I went to the same school, and after London I took with her to Germany where I stayed for 3 years. Unfortunately she died after a miscarriage in the year 1969. I often listen to your records, and buy them too. I love your musik to day as much as then. I don´t know how old you are today, but I will be 70 next month. Rosemary would have been 72.Next time I go to London I´ll see if your still are preforming, then I will come and here you. Please give my regards to your wife and your self from Inger

Name	dennis joyce
Date	September 06, 2008 12:13 AM
Location	edinburgh
Message	My fiancee and i are getting married next week she is 31 and i am 39 so you would think he was before our time but we listen more to Matt than anyone else. He has the most perfect voice ever .

Name	ricky armstrong ()
Date	September 05, 2008 10:50 PM
Location	hull uk
Message	i was brought up on all kinds of music my dad did the clubs for years. from elvis to modern music of the day my favorite song is portrait of my love a butiful song and also matt had a lovely voice pity there are. are not more singers like matt around and in the charts today a sad loss to the music world many thanks for a great voice

Name	barbara deakin ()
Date	August 29, 2008 03:48 PM
Location	swansea
Message	I can only agree with all the comments others have written about Matt Monroe. I probably go back further than most of you and remember Matt at the beginning and his voice was supreme. I must record however, that Frank Sinatra was a fan of Matt and lauded him as a great so don't feel the need to compare them.

Name	richard o'connor ()
Date	August 26, 2008 07:38 PM
Location	sheffield
Message	i only wish i'd discoverd Matt before he left us and seen him perform,he is my all time favourite.

Name	Dan Mulcahy ()
Date	August 24, 2008 12:32 PM
Location	Surrey, United Kingdom
Message	Hello My Grandad used to be in the army with Matt in Hong Kong around 1952. His name is Tom Mulcahy and he has lots of stories and memories of him then and it would be great to get in touch with anyone from that time or Matt's family. There was a picture used in the recent documentary of Matt in Hong Kong that was given to Matt by my Grandad that I would love to get a nice copy of.

Name	Sam C ()
Date	August 15, 2008 11:02 PM
Location	Alberta, Canada
Message	I grew up listening to Matt Monro's music and I was born in 1976. My son who is 3 yrs old and 6 months can sing 'Walk Away'. I'll post it in youtube one of these days. Thank you for the music 'Matt'. Cheers~

Name	gordon scottscott ()
Date	August 14, 2008 10:14 PM
Location	birkenhead
Message	MATT MONROE WAS THE FINEST SINGER I HAVE EVER HEARD IN MY LIFE. HE DIED IN 1985 BUT I WILL NEVER EVER FORGET HIM.R.I.P MATT.

Name	Nola Ross ()
Date	August 14, 2008 12:45 AM
Location	Bartlesville Ok
Message	To Matt--you had a beautiful voice and the world misses you. Softly as I leave you. was there ever a song as pretty. You will always be remembered.

Name	Belinda May ()
Date	August 09, 2008 07:49 PM
Location	London
Message	My father did his national service in Hong Kong and remembers a wonderful singer on the ship back to the UK. He thought it was Matt Munro can anyone confirm - it seems from an earlier entry has placed Matt Munro there for his national service - it would be great to let my Dad know if it was really him!

Name	Kim Lawson ()
Date	August 07, 2008 06:07 PM
Location	Virginia
Message	My uncle John introduced me to the wonderful music of Matt Monro to this day, I can't get enough. What a horrible loss for the world to have lost such a huge talent so young and way before his time. Billy Joel has this one line in one of his songs...that seems so true "only the good die young. It's a great line but unfortunately so true. I always felt I was born in the wrong decade. I envy those people who had the opportunity to see Mr. Monro perform live. I honestly don't believe there will ever be another singer to the likes of Matt Monro again. To thank my uncle for sharing his passion of Matt Monro with me, the man and his music, I am looking for a CD or LP titled "Matt Monro Sings Don Black". Does such an album or CD exist? My uncle would be thrilled beyond measure if I could find this masterpiece. Thank You.

Name	Pat Stewart
Date	July 29, 2008 07:50 PM
Location	England
Message	On days like these. This song sung by Matt is the best summer holiday song ever !! What an absolutely effortless voice. You can keep your Frank Sinatra, Matt beats him hands down.

Name	Eric Gold ()
Date	July 24, 2008 05:04 PM
Location	London
Message	I have listened to many singers in my life and I love jazz and blues, but Matt Monro, well there is only one Matt the best. Some great singers record a bad number and people say “I did not like that song or album” but not in Matt’s case as I have a huge Matt Monro collection and I must say all the songs are great, not one bad number at all. I hate people saying to me that Matt Monro’s songs are categorised as “Oldies” or old hat, the category showed be “Professional”. Because the rubbish we hear today especially on these reality programmes is rubbish. A lot of my friends here in the jazz world in London love Matt Monro as I do, he is the best singer this country has ever produced, I only wish someone could be as great as Matt, but I doubt it. God Bless to Michele and the Matt Monro Family and Marion as he is an Icon the greatest singer ever. God Bless. Eric Gold.

Name	Désirée
Date	June 28, 2008 06:03 AM
Location	Canada
Message	I had heard of UTube but only connected to it last month when looking for info on a singer and came across Matt Monro who is my favourite singer. I can't get enough of his voice or his songs! My all time favourite is "Walk Away". I can see why the Austrian contest song caught Monro's ear, and I quote from his on-line biography... At the Eurovision Song Contest, singing "I Love the Little Things," he finished second behind Italy's 16-year-old Gigliola Cinquetti), despite what author and historian John Kennedy O'Connor describes in his book The Eurovision Song Contest - The Official History as an "excellent performance of the only English language song of the night."[3]. The Austrian entry "Warum Nur Warum" caught Monro's ear, despite its sixth-place finish, and he recorded an English version titled "Walk Away," Don Black, started his career as a renowned songwriter when Monro challenged him to pen the English lyric that became "Walk Away."...... unquote. I'm glad he did, as this is my all time favourite, and not just the song, the instrumental music that accompany's it is fantastic! He lives on in his music and our memories!

Name	Paul Uttley ()
Date	June 20, 2008 01:12 PM
Location	Derbyshire, England
Message	I was sat listening to "We're Gonna Change the World" this morning over breakfast and it reminded me just how much I liked Matts songs. What a fantastic voice he had, and he could actually sing, unlike Sinatra who talked through alot of his stuff.Change the world is such a catchy up beat song it sets you up for the day like nothing else, and yet Matt could also do the soft, gentle, romantic and powerful stuff. Only one word sums him up Perfection Take Care.

Name	Rob ()
Date	June 06, 2008 08:50 PM
Location	Northampton
Message	Hi All..Matt Monro what a voice! I am 50 years old,and remember a few of the great ones songs. But a few weeks ago they all came flooding back to me. As time goes by you get into other music,but after hearing (From Russia with love) played to 76.000 fans at Old Trafford after the game,against Barcelona that put Manchester United into the Champions League Final in Moscow. It was great to here that song again,but it seemed to meen a hell of a lot more,this time around! So i am giving all the songs plenty of play time now! one of the best i think has to be (Walk Away) oh and by the way, Moscow is well worth a visit!

Name	Chris ()
Date	June 01, 2008 09:47 PM
Location	Wirral U.K.
Message	Interesting and informative web page, I have always thought Matt Monro did not get the recognition he deserved his untimely death didn't help, do you think he might have been held back because he was a threat to the American market.

Name	Russ Desrosiers ()
Date	May 22, 2008 01:25 AM
Location	Methuen, Mass. USA
Message	The smoothest voice with the best range.1 of the top 3 male vocalist in the history of song. A legend...........

Name	Edna R. Silva ()
Date	May 19, 2008 12:30 AM
Location	São Paulo - Brasil
Message	My favourite singer. I was just a young girl when he came to my coutry, in the 60s, but I could never forget the most beautiful voice I´d ever heard. He went too soon, but he will be always in our hearts.

Name	BarryS. ()
Date	May 10, 2008 12:41 AM
Location	Nottingham England
Message	There have been some great ballad singers, Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Bobby Darrow, Jonny Mathis, Andy Williams, Tom Jones, Humperdink etc... but none had the voice of Matt Monro, & he was English, to boot!

Name	Pat Lambert ()
Date	May 06, 2008 04:52 PM
Location	Ireland
Message	would I be right in saying that I saw Mr. Munro singing in The Chiswich-bus Acton works around 1961- 2- 3 period any info greatfully appreciated

Name	Vince Hall ()
Date	March 24, 2008 09:32 PM
Location	Hampshire
Message	Hi everyone, I'm another of many Matt Monro Fans. I recentley dedicated a song to him at one of my charity concerts. Little did I know it was being filmed by someone in the audience and then placed onto you tube and google video. I generally sing Sinatra songs but loved Matt's voice and his songs too. It's worth a look and please feel free to email me and I can send you the link. Grateful for any feedback. Kind regards Vince

Name	Sandie ()
Date	March 22, 2008 03:45 PM
Location	Minneapolis, MN
Message	Does anyone know where I can find a piano score for "A Portrait of Your Love"?

Name	Alex Napalkov ()
Date	March 22, 2008 01:41 AM
Location	Korablino, Russia
Message	I adore Matt's singing and he has been one of my favourite singers since my early days. From Russia With Love Alex Napalkov Korablino, Russia

Name	Ted Davis ()
Date	March 19, 2008 03:38 PM
Location	Charlottesville, VA
Message	I listened to Matt alot growingup in the 60's+. Still enjoying is music on radio today. Sorr he is gone , but the music lives on.

Name	clare mcglinn ()
Date	March 07, 2008 06:00 PM
Location	wigan uk
Message	Do anyone know the guitar chords to On Days Like These so i can sing and strum to it ? please e-mail me if you can help

Name	Eric Gold ()
Date	March 04, 2008 07:31 PM
Location	London UK
Message	Matt Monro, is my favourite singer although I’m a jazz and blues man. I have just picked up a 3 box set of Matt Monro from a friend of mine, so my Matt Monro collection is complete. I seen a documentary on the TV and it showed a professional singer not like the stuff you get today, I wish Matt’s family all the best and Matt Monro is the best singer out of the UK, I miss him very much. Eric Gold.

Name	Ron West ()
Date	February 22, 2008 02:43 PM
Location	South Wales (UK)
Message	I am trying to get a copy of the Readers Digest CD's of Matt Monro so that I can include some of the songs in a Hospital Radio show of mine. I know that Readers Digest no longer market this compilation but I am hoping some kind soul will have it. Ron West

Name	andrew tester ()
Date	February 14, 2008 08:41 PM
Location	kent
Message	In memory of Matt and for his family what a fantastic singer an all time great second to none, superb singer of all types of songs sadly missed Regards Andrew

Name	Isabel Wildig ()
Date	February 10, 2008 05:01 PM
Location	Hampshire
Message	At the moment just listening to Portrait of My Love. My husband and I both like Matt since seeing him at the Theatre Royal Portsmouth a long time ago. Tony Hancock was the Star but Matt Monroe had to take over and sang for about an hour. I will never ever forget how fabulous he was and I will forever be a Matt Monroe fan.

Name	marlene marranca ()
Date	February 10, 2008 04:23 PM
Location	buffalo, ny
Message	He was the greates singer of all time...died much to soon! Have almost everything he ever recorded and enjoy listening to, till this day.

Name	Bill Sharples
Date	February 08, 2008 10:43 PM
Location	Manchester
Message	In the eighties i appeared with Matt at a theatre in Billingham ( I used the stage name of Paul Knight) he was not only a great singer he was a kind and considerate chap, a true gentleman.I remember the show with pride ie I was proud to tread the same stage. god Bless Him.

Name	christian hekking ()
Date	February 04, 2008 08:21 PM
Location	regensburg germany
Message	with deeply respect for an great artist

Name	Loretta Brown ()
Date	January 22, 2008 08:29 AM
Message	Does anyone know or could tell me where I could get a copy of Matt Munro singing 'It's Impossible' (this is for my parents diamond wedding anniversary and it is the song that my parents danced to the first time they met.

Name	Maria Antonette ()
Date	January 15, 2008 07:44 PM
Location	Tor. Canada
Message	All i know is I played his cd almsot everyday while am at work. "Can this be love and "How Soon" including "Wednesday Child" reminds me of my first boyfriend.

Name	michael robertson ()
Date	January 13, 2008 09:30 PM
Location	worcestershire, england
Message	im only 17 and ive been listenin to matt monro since i was a small boy. his music, his voice his life has astounded me. i dont know what it is but his voice has something about it that just feels pure and crisp, its perfect. i hate to bring it up but he died too young and too soon, i believe if he was still here he'd still be the coolest guy in showbiz. im listenin to one of my favourites which is "didnt we". beautiful song. thankyou

Name	bob jones ()
Date	January 12, 2008 01:12 PM
Location	s.wales
Message	Looking for a cd of Matt Monro sings Don Black anyone know if it is still available

Name	Elson Canlas ()
Date	January 10, 2008 03:37 AM
Location	Utah
Message	Matt is truly fascinating let alone the songs which have withstood the test and passing of the time. His melodious and cool and enchanting voice has enamoured people from his generation to now,his songs having become the staples of lovers and dreamers and simply the condiments to any relaxing moments. I have been singing his songs even before the advent of the Karaokes. I just felt very sorry for this gentle soul whose weakness with drinking and cigarettes took him prematurely from this mortal probation.He lives though with his songs that have become immortal and timeless

Name	Ron Way ()
Date	December 30, 2007 04:58 AM
Location	Kyogle, NSW. Australia
Message	I had the pleasure of Producing and Directing Matt's first television special for the Seven Network in Sydney, Australia in 1967. What a voice and what a professional entertainer. I enjoyed catching up with him every time he returned to our shores. The planet lost a very kind person with a beautiful voice. Working with him was a memorable experience and to this day I still enjoy playing back his hour long special.

Name	Rabih Chamseddine ()
Date	December 25, 2007 03:26 PM
Location	Houston Texas
Message	I grew up listening to Matt's songs, since my dad is a big fan, so I became a fan too. It shocked me to find out that most people in the USA are not familiar with him, and never heard about him. Unfortunitally they have missed a lot.

Name	matt monro ()
Date	December 25, 2007 08:52 AM
Location	Australia
Message	Hi my name is Matt Monro i am honored to have the same name as him but i can not sing as well as the orignial

Name	Rosanna Parkinson ()
Date	November 26, 2007 07:41 PM
Location	Allerston. Pickering, North Yorks, YO18 7PG
Message	Hi, While I have always been a fan of Matt Munros and love his smooth silky voice I have had the pleasure just recently of hearing his son Matt Junior singing at Dominic Kirwan concerts in Spain, He sang along with his Fathers songs and does his Father proud. Matt himself would have been very proud of his son, I have tried to find a web site for Matt Junior and have not as yet had any luck. I know Matt Junior takes his show out to Singapore and the Phillipines soon and would love to find out if he has a fan club of his own, so if anybody out there knows anything PLEASE get in touch, who knows maybe even Matt Junior himself might see this and get in touch, I hope so. Rosanna Matt Jr.'s website is available through the official matt monro website http://www.mattmonro.com http://mattmonro.com/mattjnr.htm Regards, Geoff & Ruud

Name	jim tannock ()
Date	November 25, 2007 07:41 PM
Location	kilmarnock ayrshire scotland
Message	one of the best in britain born free gives me goosebumps every time ihere it ihave large collection of matts cds also a program of matt starring wellington pier great yarmouth1965 along with jimmy tarbuck mike and bernie winters it is autographed by matt which i shall always treasure.

Name	wayne pruden ()
Date	November 06, 2007 01:03 AM
Location	Lockport Manitoba Canada
Message	I have just rediscovered Matt Munro on Youtube. Now I start the search for some of his Cd's. I love his voice, music and song selection. Too young to be gone.

Name	Marian ()
Date	October 28, 2007 08:30 PM
Location	England
Message	I just can't understand why Matt Monro fans are asking questions on this website which are never going to be answered, when they can find all the answers on www.mattmonro.com Hope to see you there soon. Kind regards.

Name	P J Furze
Date	October 26, 2007 09:57 PM
Location	Arizona, USA
Message	What a great voice, I need to find some of his recordings.

Name	A.M. BURDON ()
Date	October 25, 2007 08:19 PM
Location	westboldon
Message	i would like to know if Matts last concert at the Barbican was recorded or if these are going to be available inthe near future

Name	Andrew Richards ()
Date	October 18, 2007 08:57 PM
Location	midlands
Message	MATT ALWAYS REDUCES ME TO TEARS TO THINK ITS BEEN 20yrs SINCE HE NEVER LEFT US STILL HURTS I HAVE ALL HIS CDs AND PLAY THEM EVERY DAY I USED TO LISTEN TO HIM ON RADIO LUX IN THE EARLY HOURS WHEN I WAS A TEEN GOD WHAT WE HAVE MISSED IF HE HAD LIVED A LONG LIFE ALL THE RECORDS HE WOULD HAVE MADE THE ONLY OTHER PERSON I HOLD IN THIS ESSTEAM IS JOHN LENNON BUT MATT WAS A NORMAL GUY WHO LIKED A DRINK AND A FAG HIS FAMILY MUST MISS HIM GREATLY BUT THANK YOU FOR SHAREING HIS LIFE WITH ALL OF US I WILL NEVER FORGET MATT. GOD BLESS YOU ALL

Name	Selina Buckingham nee Ousby ()
Date	October 18, 2007 06:03 AM
Location	Texas U.S.A
Message	I have been listening to some of Matt,s music and I think he had a wonderful voice. I must have heard him when I lived inEngland, I was born in Workington Cumbria and I still have family there. My brother George requested me to see if I could find a CD for him. I will get one somehow. I enjoyed reading about Matt very much and it is a sad loss of such a talent. Selina

Name	Colin ()
Date	October 18, 2007 01:15 AM
Location	Bedfordshire
Message	My wife, an ex-dancer, worked with Matt in the mid-60's in a summer show in Yarmouth and has fond memories of him. I met him, briefly, whilst he was paying a social visit to the former Cesar's Palace night spot in Luton, around 1968. In a recent TV tribute programme, Matt himself stated that his first recording had been the lovely 'Polka Dots and Moonbeams'. I cannot find this listed anywhere. Does it exist on any album currently available ?

Name	Roger Mohn ()
Date	October 18, 2007 01:09 AM
Location	Peoria, IL- USA
Message	As 50 year-old "aging baby boomer", I quite recently re-discovered the music of Matt Munro, while watching "Pop Gear" on our local cable TV. I find myself listening to his music and Matt, JR's. In this day of "alternate & rap crap" music, Matt's songs are timeless and hopefully, someday, our world will once again embrace the kind of music Matt enjoyed singing. We enjoy listening to them. I am also so amazed his son sounds just like him. Its remarkable. Thank you for this site to honor him in this way.

Name	Peter F Byers ()
Date	October 14, 2007 10:25 PM
Location	U.K.
Message	Matt is fabulous,diction,tone,style unsurpassed. Have been told he sung "Brazil". Unable to find anything about this. Any info??

Name	Marian ()
Date	October 09, 2007 11:28 PM
Location	England
Message	If you got to www.mattmonro.com you can find everything you want to know about Matt Monro. This is the official website run by Matt's daughter, Michele.

Name	Bob Williams ()
Date	October 07, 2007 07:58 PM
Location	Evansville Indiana USA
Message	I could listen to Matt Monro endlessly. His voice is beautiful. I have many of his CDs and two DVDs A protrait of Matt Monro and an evening with Matt Monro. It is such a shame that more of his concerts were not recorded so we could enjoy this wonderful singer. I hope some lost recordings and lost recorded concerts will some how show up and we can purchase them.

Name	Panditatwa ()
Date	October 05, 2007 09:02 AM
Location	Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Message	I like his song. The arrangement is very beautiful. But, it’s difficult to get his CD on Indonesia.

Name	Teri Morin ()
Date	September 29, 2007 02:24 PM
Location	Windham, Maine USA
Message	To Graham ~ I noticed your inquiry in the guestbook. You can find"This is the Life"on a double CD entitled "THIS IS MATT MONRO" ~ This double CD is teriffic as is the INCOMPARABLE Matt Monro! Teri Morin Windham, Maine USA

Name	Carole Anderson ()
Date	September 27, 2007 04:19 AM
Location	Canada
Message	I think that Matt had the lovliest voice of any British male singer. It had such a warm quality and I particularly loved Walk Away, Softly as I Leave You and Portrait of my Love. His voice is instantly recognizable and 740am radio here in Canada plays his records quite frequently. It's always such a pleasure to listen to him. Carole Anderson (British ex-pat)

Name	Baz the Man ()
Date	September 22, 2007 09:36 AM
Location	UK
Message	Matt was (and still is) one of the greatest singers of all time. Sadly missed but the joy of his voice lives on and on.

Name	sandra and john tindall ()
Date	September 21, 2007 11:02 AM
Message	Just heard Bobby Crush doing really well on 'popmaster' on Radio 2's Ken Bruce show. One of his questions was on Matt Monro. He said their is a biography being written about Matt. Do we know when it will be out please as I will be first in the queue to buy it.Thanks

Name	Colin Wale ()
Date	September 17, 2007 09:51 AM
Location	South London
Message	My Dad once said how great would have Matt been if he was a yank.My Dad won many talent competitions singing matt's song's, up and down the country everybody loved his songs.My favourite was Born Free, sung by either Matt or my dad.

Name	Adam James Glennane
Date	September 17, 2007 12:47 AM
Location	Liverpool, UK
Message	What a legend that will never die. We all miss Matt Monro and his velvet voice. One of my favourite recordings of Matt was Blue Spanish Eyes. I would sit practicing that song for days and days until I got it perfectly. Ofcourse if your going to live up to the great Matt Monro, you will have a hell of a job!

Name	New York Fan No. 1 ()
Date	September 15, 2007 08:13 PM
Location	Lund, Sweden
Message	I'm a native of New York and often heard Matt Monro's wonderful voice on the radio there in the late 1960s. His singing the theme son for the James Bond film "From Russia With Love" is one of the main reason why I continue to not miss that film. Matt was one of the greatest. MAD

Name	Linda Borg ()
Date	September 11, 2007 03:03 AM
Location	USA
Message	I am from England, and remember with fond memories listening to Matt Monro and I remember how much my Dad loved to listen to him. I did not realize Matt had died at a young age. He had a "velvet" voice - just wonderful to listen to him.

Name	Graham ()
Date	September 05, 2007 09:36 AM
Location	England
Message	Hi. Is the song "This is the life " available on CD? Thanks

Name	sheila ()
Date	September 02, 2007 07:47 PM
Location	manchester
Message	copied from the news page:: Wednesday, 22nd August 2007: DOCUMENTARY: Matt Monro: The Man With The Golden Voice On: BBC 4 (107) Date: Tuesday 4th September 2007 (starting in 14 days) Time: 20:00 to 21:00 (1 hour long) Neil Pearson narrates a documentary telling the story of Matt Monro, the young Londoner born Terry Parsons who became one of the world's most popular ballad singers. Contributors include Paul Gambaccini, Don Black, George Martin, John Barry and Monro's family. (Stereo, Widescreen, Subtitles) hello, I have just read the above letter on the news page of your website, I have looked at the TV BBC 4 listing and also the Radio 4 listings and I can't see the programme advertised is this because the programme is not being transmitted to the area that I live, I will be so dissapointed if this is the case as I would so very much like to watch the programme or even listen to it, regards from sheila

Name	Graham ()
Date	September 02, 2007 12:55 PM
Location	England
Message	Great web site, Im a born and bred Rock n Roller so I didnt start to listen to Matts music until a few years ago, Now of course I listen to anything from Punk to Pavorotti. I did go with my wife to see Matt at the Wakefield Theatre club in the 70s ( I think) I have enjoyed the tv documentories about him. Nice to hear his voice on the Harveys TV commercial. Keep up the good work.

Name	Gary ()
Date	September 01, 2007 11:40 PM
Location	Bellingham, Washington USA
Message	It was only a couple of months ago that I found out that Matt Monroe has been gone since 1985. I was shocked and saddened. One of my very favorite vocalists had died earlier this year---the oh-so-great Frankie Laine---who, along with Nat King Cole and perhaps a couple others...Mario Lanza....Marty Robins...were the guys I could listen to over and over again. Matt Monroe was up right there with the very best of them. The range and clarity of his voice always amazed me. Now when I listen to one of his albums, I will do so with an even greater appreciation of the treasure he left behind.

Name	Joy ()
Date	September 01, 2007 07:36 AM
Location	Davao City, Philippines
Message	This is such a great website. A real tribute to a great singer we dearly love. My siblings and I were introduced to Matt's music by my father, Rey. My father has a wide collection of Matt's albums. My father even had a picture taken with Matt when our beloved singer visited Davao years before. For us, Matt never died because his music live on in our hearts...

Name	Patters P, Programmer Extraordinaire
Date	August 31, 2007 09:54 PM
Location	Hackers Hide-Out
Message	Should be fine now...

Name	Lilian ()
Date	March 30, 2007 12:03 PM
Location	london
Message	Hello, Is there going to be another DVD of Matt I have 3 and enjoy watching everyone, also anymore new CD's I have met so people through reading your guestbook who adore Matt like me

Name	Lilian ()
Date	March 30, 2007 11:57 AM
Location	london
Message	Hello, Is there going to be another DVD of Matt I have 3 and enjoy watching everyone, also anymore new CD's I have met so people through from reading your guestbook who adore Matt like me

Name	Marie-Christine Garbit ()
Date	March 28, 2007 04:09 PM
Location	Geneva, Switzerland
Message	I am Christine and I just would like to say that Matt was one of the dearest person to me as I always felt he was part of my environment and my life. I discovered him as a such a lovely singer in the 70s thanks to the BBC Radio 2 programmes. I really loved him as a singer for his sensuality, sensitivity and intelligence but also for the man I felt he must have been. Some day in 1997, I think, while listening to the Duet CD his son taped, paying tribute to his father, I discovered with pain that Matt had died in 1985; I got so shocked that I could not stop crying alone while listening to him. For me and in my heart, he is still alive and so present that I cannot believe he left us so early. Thanks to this website, people like me can express themselves and assure his son and his family that Matt is still with us in our hearts and that he is a man it is impossible to forget. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to communicate this. Christine, from Geneva (Switzerland)

Name	Marie-Christine Garbit ()
Date	March 28, 2007 04:09 PM
Location	Geneva, Switzerland
Message	I am Christine and I just would like to say that Matt was one of the dearest person to me as I always felt he was part of my environment and my life. I discovered him as a such a lovely singer in the 70s thanks to the BBC Radio 2 programmes. I really loved him as a singer for his sensuality, sensitivity and intelligence but also for the man I felt he must have been. Some day in 1997, I think, while listening to the Duet CD his son taped, paying tribute to his father, I discovered with pain that Matt had died in 1985; I got so shocked that I could not stop crying alone while listening to him. For me and in my heart, he is still alive and so present that I cannot believe he left us so early. Thanks to this website, people like me can express themselves and assure his son and his family that Matt is still with us in our hearts and that he is a man it is impossible to forget. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to communicate this. Christine, from Geneva (Switzerland)

Name	Jacqui
Date	March 27, 2007 01:57 PM
Location	Devon
Message	Lovely website, a lovely tribute to a great artist. As a child, would listen to Matt's music with my Dad. Walk Away brings back some lovely memories.

Name	Clint Ritchie Stark ()
Date	March 26, 2007 01:40 PM
Location	Edinburgh
Message	Hi, I should have said it in the last message I wrote. I was after a record Matt sang, called I Love The Little Things,it was the song Matt sang in the Eurovision Contest, I think it was in 1966, I have tried for years to get it, and my luck was in, because I got it on e-bay. He really should have won it, I am sure it was in 1966 being Matt Monro singing, it was a delight to listen to

Name	Clint Ritchie Stark ()
Date	March 26, 2007 12:24 PM
Location	Edinburgh
Message	Thank you Michele for your emails, it is really kind of you. You know what I thought of your Father. For everyone else reading this message, Matt Monro was my FAVOURITE singer, yeah Frank Sinatra was good, perry Como was good too, but for Matt monro was my IDOL. The phone call I got from Matt when I was in hospital REALLY DID GIVE ME A BOOST. And I would like to take this chance in wishing Matt Jr. All the very best. Clint Ritchie Stark

Name	D. Earle
Date	March 24, 2007 11:19 PM
Message	I suppose I stand corrected on the issue of Matt's Death. But I based my commentary on what was written in biography on this site, the photos featuring him with a cigarette or drink in hand also featured on this site, and on the commentary of a guestbook contributor who claimed he even lit up a cigarette during his last performance (Doesn't sound professional to me, so I'll view that with a grain of salt). Clearly, the smoking and drinking didn't help his condition and it's still a shame he died so young. I only vaguely recall hearing a warm, sage-like voice that may have been his during my childhood in the '70s. It's a pity my generation couldn't have known him better.

Name	Ken Coleman
Date	March 24, 2007 06:38 PM
Location	US
Message	Great singer. Thank God for internet radio and Pandora because no stations around my area still play much of his type of music.

Name	Marian ()
Date	March 24, 2007 12:58 PM
Location	U.K
Message	In reply to D.Earle's entry on the 19th of March, Matt Monro did not die from smoking related cancer. He had liver cancer, and had liver problems all his life, first suffering from infective hepatitis at around 5 years of age.

Name	Richard Clarke
Date	March 23, 2007 11:16 PM
Location	Surrey UK
Message	A truly wonderful singer. Still missed so long after he left us but will never be forgotten. Walk Away is for me the greatest song ever.

Name	Pat Stewart ()
Date	March 23, 2007 07:38 PM
Location	New Romney. England
Message	Matt singing "On days like these" is the perfect summer evening song. So romantic! I do not think that we will ever produce another singer with the ablity to stop you in your tracks just to listen. Such a pity we lost him so soon. Our modern youngsters will never be able to learn from the master.

Name	D. Earle
Date	March 19, 2007 03:51 AM
Message	I recently viewed and recorded the 1965 British rock promo film, "Pop Gear" during its airing on the Flix cable channel. Matt was featured it, of course-the dramatic principle and elder statesman among the younger acts who had varying degrees of staying power in the music industry. I've kept rewinding the end where he sings the theme song and his baritone glides effortlessly over the bouncy rock beat. He seemed to have had a lot of fun with that, although I know the performances were all lip-synced.Researching his life has been my pet project during the past month as a result of viewing the 70-minute special. Viewing that film made me realize how rare his TV appearances are in America since his death. Of course, the films for which he sang theme songs air quite regularly. But I guess I'm too young to remember any commercials he may have done. I first became conscious of his death around 1986 when an oldies station played "Georgy Girl", and the disc jockey mentioned his passing in the previous year. While his voice was very beautiful he often struck me as someone who looked and sounded 20 years older than he actually was--an apparent reflection of a difficult life. I'd say he was just the person to replace Nat King Cole (with whom I share a birthplace) on the capitol records label. He had Nat's experience as a TV show host and noticeably some of his mannerisms. But the parallels between his tragedy and nat King Cole's have struck me; both died of smoking related cancer in the same month, 20 years apart, they both had children who celebrated birthdays the month they died, and at least one of those children entered the same profession,both had a son who also died relatively young, years after they passed (source: wikipedia.com), and their performing children later had poignant tribute CDs in which their voices are morphed with their fathers' recordings. Both men have legions of fans of differing generations who wish they hadn't been felled by their vices, as anyone can tell just by viewing this guestbook. Hopefully they're in Heaven doing some slamming beyond slamming duets with each other and that their children are taking better care of themselves now for the sake of their many admirers, and if they should stray from a healthy routine, I hope their spirits of their fathers will find a way to reach from the Great Beyond and smack the instruments of their chosen vices clean out of their naughty little hands.

Name	Rick Stringer ()
Date	March 16, 2007 09:17 PM
Location	Elgin, Highlands of Scotland
Message	I never tired of listening to this wonderful man's silky smooth voice throughout my childhood. The same is true today, and I'm 36. My mother had the good fortune of seeing him perform live late in his career and, although obviously weakened by his illness, said he still brought tears to her eyes and people to their feet applauding for more. I wish I'd had a chance to meet and talk to him. Never an imitator, just an inspiration.

Name	Matt ()
Date	March 15, 2007 11:33 AM
Location	Australia
Message	I was a generation away from a time when ,obviously, thousands of people were entranced by his voice. Pity my Mum and Dad weren't. Matt Monro Australia

Name	Deborah Earle
Date	March 11, 2007 06:52 AM
Message	I was in High School when Matt Monro passed away. But I was familiar with many of his recordings by that time. Part of my childhood was spent in Hawaii (My Dad was in the Air Force), and I was wondering when Matt performed at the Ilaki Hotel. If anyone can tell me, please post it on this page and I'll see it. Thank you

Name	Roger ()
Date	March 11, 2007 01:06 AM
Location	Oregon--U.S.A.
Message	I was listening to a friends cd's of the Big Bands and this one song was playing and I couldn't get it out of my mind.the song was September Song sung by the beautiful voice of Matt Monro so I just had to tell you how it made me feel.

Name	mr L Summers ()
Date	March 07, 2007 07:40 PM
Location	tunbridge wells kent
Message	Can anyone help!!!,my wife heard the words of a Matt song at a funeral,lyrics that she can remember are="miss me but let me go"and try as we may every music shop,buying Matts cds,we cannot get the title of this sad song.without the title we can get no further. If anyone can remember the title she would be eternally grateful.thank you. =========== We think it should be: Softly as I Leave You Ruud and Geoff

Name	sandra and john tindall ()
Date	March 03, 2007 04:25 PM
Message	The latest blatant mis-spelling of the greatest singer this country has produced,is on a flyer we received from Pontins at Pakefield. They were advertising a weekend in December where one of the acts was cabaret with Chris Dean(leader of the fantastic Syd Lawrence Orchestra)singing MATT MUNROE. Not MUNRO or MONROE but the full works MUNROE! We sent the flyer back,asking for the flyer to be corrected! Does this constant wrong spelling of the best singer in the world drive anyone else mad,or is it just me! +++++++++++++++++++++ No, we totally agree! Geoff and Ruud.

Name	Fred Logue ()
Date	February 20, 2007 05:40 PM
Location	Dallas, Tx, usa
Message	Thanks, Michelle, for contacting me. It has been a privelege tp hear from you. Yes, I apparently found the site I wrote to.

Name	Ian Clark ()
Date	February 19, 2007 05:26 AM
Location	London
Message	I am a musician, and have found myself playing Matt Monro's "Walk Away" over and over again. I think it is one of the best songs ever written. Reading Matt's biography, I think he should take enormous credit for recognising that it was a much better Eurovision song than his own entry (even though his song did better) and for recording it and making it a big hit in an era that was dominated by groups like the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Animals and Hermans Hermits. I also love some of his other songs like "Portrait of my Love" and "Born Free". I think a singer should not only be judged by his qualities as a singer - for which Frank Sinatra's tribute is unsurpassable - but also by the songs he chooses. A definite 10 out of 10.

Name	Des ()
Date	February 18, 2007 05:16 AM
Location	Melbourne
Message	I interviewed MM in Adelaide some 30 years back and am in the process of making a 30 minute radio special as I write. Nice bloke, great voice, still popular in Oz.

Name	Andy
Date	February 14, 2007 07:46 PM
Location	London
Message	I am a little too young to appreciate Matt in his pomp, but I have lots of his re-issued cd's. A voice that could hold a note for ever and then straight into the next line. So he may be gone but he stall has fans from a different generation

Name	phyliss ()
Date	February 13, 2007 08:07 PM
Location	usa
Message	just a message to say that I rememberd matt\' annaversary death on feb. 7th.I\'ll always play you\'re music you are sadly missed. rest in piece.

Name	Patrick Hudepohl ()
Date	February 12, 2007 08:41 PM
Location	Beverwijk
Message	The guestbook should be working just fine again.

Name	Guy ()
Date	December 13, 2006 11:19 AM
Location	Hasselt - BELGIUM
Message	Verry nice songs !! request : can you send me the lyric of the song WHEN A CHILD IS BORN

Name	Geraldine Taylor (nee Brooker) ()
Date	December 12, 2006 02:35 PM
Location	Milton Keynes
Message	Matt Munro and my father Frank Brooker were friends and worked together on the London buses. Dad eventually became an inspector. We used to go to the seaside together with both familes in our dormobile. It would be great to be able to find out if the Munro family had any pictures from the times as Dad passed away many years ago. A further link to Matt Munro is that my mother (also passed away) worked in Decca records as a secretary and mentioned him a lot. If anyone knows how I can get in touch with any of the family I would be very grateful.

Name	lilian moore ()
Date	December 11, 2006 04:09 PM
Location	london
Message	I have just brought Matt Monro's new DVD I now have 2 DVD' Are there going to be any more. I love the one I have just got. I love to hear him sing, he is so clear and can understand every word he sings. I can listen to him sing any time day or night What a voice.

Name	josephine ()
Date	December 06, 2006 06:39 PM
Location	philippines
Message	I HEARD THAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR PINAY WIFE I HAVE SOME BODY WANT'S YOU TO HEAR ALL ABOUT PILIPINO HERE BUT MY MOTHER LIKE YOUR ONGS SINCE YEARS PASS BY YUP MOTHER WAS BORN 1932 SHE & ME LIKE YOUR SONGS, LIKE BORN FREE YES YOU PRETTY HANDSOME MATT MONRO JR YOURE WELCOME HERE AT THE PHILIPPINES . WE LOVE THE OLD SONGS FOREVER

Name	mabel baguio ()
Date	December 06, 2006 11:31 AM
Location	cebu, philippines
Message	hope you can contact me thrue 09266902990 and 0323416030.. im 23, still in college.

Name	mabel baguio ()
Date	December 06, 2006 11:21 AM
Location	cebu, philippines
Message	ive been a fan of matt monroe because of my dad but when i heard over the television that matt monroe jr. is looking for a filipina wife i vividly search for him in the caffe. hope he can reseponse my message. thaks

Name	Veronica S. Caraveo ()
Date	December 05, 2006 12:29 PM
Location	Caloocan City PHILIPPINES
Message	Women are like apples on trees. The best ones are at the top. Men don't want to reach for the good ones because they are afraid of falling and getting hurt. Instead they just get the rotten apples from the grounds that aren't good but easy to reach. So the apples on top think something is wrong with them, when in reality, they are amazing!... They just have to wait for the right man to come along.. The one who's brave enough to climb the top of the tree just to reach them... I'm VERONICA S. CARAVEO, 40'something I'VE watched t.v. at t.v. Patrol on channel 2 tonyt and see Matt Monro Jr. announcing his lookin' for a wife....I'm available for sure! kindly give my messages to him ASAP !!!and call me (632) 3665863/ 64 or my cellphone # (639) 0920 4359838 send my best regards and GOD BLESS! NICA --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Name	ian hennah ()
Date	December 01, 2006 12:25 AM
Location	newport s.wales, u.k.
Message	What can you say about the beautiful silky smooth voice of this man , he never fails to lift my spirits whenever i hear his voice. The differance between matt and the likes of sinatra ( who people keep comparing him too) is that matt could sing !.i usually listen to the likes of motorhead and iron maiden etc so this guy must have been damn good to get me hooked. One of the best......enough said.

Name	Kent Houser ()
Date	November 23, 2006 03:08 AM
Location	Portland, OR USA
Message	Hear, Hear! to all of the heartfelt and tender remembrances of Matt Monro from the guestbook writers, especially to Carlos from S.F., with whom I agree wholeheartedly in that Matt was and is, in his recordings listened to even today, truly one of a kind. It's perhaps the clear British pronunciation of the language which begins to set him apart. Much more than that, I think, it is Matt Monro's "natural" way of bending a lyric, which causes him to deliver the words of a song more in the manner we ourselves would like to if we only could. Matt, thank you for bringing an extra measure of eloquence, taste, and sincerity to popular music. The music will never die in our collective consciousness. We yearn for another or others like Matt who can speak to the human heart.

Name	Carlos Brenez ()
Date	November 21, 2006 07:35 AM
Location	San Francisco
Message	Hello Friends, I first heard Matt Monroe's majestic voice singing my favourite theme song "Born Free" when I was 5 or 6 years of age as I joyfully opened Christmas presents; a train set! Obviously, I hadn't known it was Matt singing, not until1989 when I spent a year on holiday in the Philippines, and a friend kept playing Monroe's greatest hits! The Filipinos have such a grasp of great & relevant music, which here in America one very rarely hears on the radio, so sad, the plague of over formatted American radio! We have so much yet enjoy so little. I think the folks in the U.K. are much better off in this regard, with more variety on radio I would imagine. Metro Manila FM radio plays everything all the time, and unabashedly! I'm this moment listening to Matt singing "Yesterday" what a voice, filled with such light and ease of syncopation. By far, I find Matt's presence light & warm on the heart, compared to Sinatra, who's dark past unfortunately bore on much of his later recordings, akin to listening to someone with the heaviness of skeletons in his closet. All Sinatra seemed to sing about were broads and dice games. But not Mr. Monroe, he sang with an eloquence of lyrical inflection that is beyond description. He sang about life and its multi-faceted experiences. How I wish I could have enjoyed him live in concert. Matt Monroe was a genius, may he rest in peace. Season's Greetings Everyone! Carlos Brenez

Name	Emma ()
Date	November 18, 2006 10:40 PM
Location	New England
Message	My husband and I were privileged to have met Matt many years ago in England. He has a wonderful way of touching people's hearts with his wonderful song renditions. The world was lucky to have him in it, if even for so short a time.

Name	Bagust Armanto ()
Date	November 09, 2006 03:04 AM
Location	Indonesia
Message	Everytime I hear your song "For Mama", always makes me remembering my Ma, because she love to hear this song and I love it too. My Ma passed away on June 1996, when I was 27 years old. Now, I playing it on my guitar when I lonely or when I long for her. This song is very-very touched me.

Name	David Floodstrand ()
Date	October 29, 2006 11:38 AM
Location	Orlando, Florida
Message	Although I sound nothing like Mr. Monro, I am trying to carry the "torch singer" flame. If you dig the classic jazzy styles, you might appreciate some of my music. David Floodstrand

Name	maria ()
Date	October 27, 2006 08:27 PM
Location	prescott, arizona
Message	there will never be another matt monro. his wonderful, smooth voice will linger forever in our hearts. still miss you mate. maria

Name	Helen & Ron Lee ()
Date	October 22, 2006 09:45 AM
Location	Gardnerville, Nevada USA
Message	Saw Matt MANY years ago in Las Vegas. Truly enjoyed his singing style and WHAT a voice. So sad that there are no singers in his league these days!

Name	davidholden ()
Date	October 03, 2006 05:05 PM
Location	isle of wight
Message	Mr Monro was a perfect travelling companion on our recent holiday touring France..That clear voice , perfect diction,What a singer..just nobody in his street these days.....Anne & David Holden

Name	Mitch Meredith ()
Date	October 01, 2006 01:40 PM
Location	Canberra
Message	From 1948 - when I was 7 - to 1962, I was raised in Hong Kong; and started my Broadcasting career there. We had an amateur hour competition on Radio Hong Kong. One of the winners was a young soldier doing his national service in HK. I never forgot him. What a voice! That was before he became world famous. I still think he had one of the smoothest voices I have ever heard.

Name	Bev Sullivan
Date	September 28, 2006 01:17 PM
Location	Durham
Message	I love the pure qualify of Matt Monro's voice, without the usual backing that accompanys today's singers you realise just how lovely his voice was. My favourite Matt Monroe number? - 'On Days Like These' from the original film, the Italian Job

Name	Rick V. ()
Date	September 16, 2006 03:52 AM
Message	Nice web site. Surely, Matt Munro deserves a tribute. His is, perhaps, the smoothest, most mellow and soulful voice ever. What a master of melody! Thanks.

Name	Jim Fury ()
Date	September 15, 2006 12:26 PM
Location	Fife Scotland
Message	Just to say I saw Matt at a concert years ago in The ADAM SMITH CENTRE in Kirkcaldy in Fife, not long before he passed away, what a talent he had, I still play his music every day.

Name	Joe ()
Date	September 14, 2006 03:24 PM
Location	Manchester
Message	Hey, Make sure you listen to the latest release, "The Rare Monro". It only came out this month and it is full of songs that I had never heard of. It is a real treat and is widely available. I rate this CD 10/10 and you will too.

Name	Dave wiseman ()
Date	September 14, 2006 02:05 PM
Location	s e london
Message	how could you replace matt ; you can:t

Name	Amanda ()
Date	September 06, 2006 02:35 PM
Location	Westcliff
Message	Hello everyone. Looking good, great site, very informative, well done lads. I don't have time to look for myself so I am asking you guys and gals on here to help me. Can anyone tell me anything about Matt's bus driving career? According to his daughter it only lasted 3 months but it's something everyone remembers. Owning a site about bus driving, Matt already has a place within site but I'd like more info...I know he drove the number 27 but that's about it. Any help is welcomed! email me Thanks for all help, keep this site alive, it's fantastic All the best Amanda Smith

Name	Moacir ()
Date	September 05, 2006 11:42 PM
Location	Porto Alegre, RS, BRAZIL
Message	I heard is voice in a 007's movie, singing From Russia With Love (back in the 60's). Huge success in Brazil and several song albuns with him immediatelly followed. He came to my city (Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil) and I went to his show. Unforgetable... Today, several years passed from that magic era, I was able to buy 2 imported CD's where he sings in a unabashed Voice: A TIme For Love and Great Gentleman Of Song. I keep 4 old LP records that I praise very much. Matt Monro and his Voice stands side by side with Mario Lanza and Vic Damone in my tiny but very dear gallery of Great Gentleman Of The Song. Best Regards Moacir

Name	Teri Morin ()
Date	September 01, 2006 10:19 PM
Location	Windham, Maine
Message	I have just discovered this wonderful website dedicated to ~ THE INCOMPARABLE ~ Matt Monro ! Thank you, thank you, thank you !! My dear Aunt Ann introduced me to Matt's beautiful voice several years ago ~ She was a great fan ~ She has since passed away but I think of her with much love when I'm listening to him. It brings back great memories. I've always been a Frank Sinatra fan but I can honestly say he does not compare to Matt's smooth, rich, warm voice. It's just like velvet! I never tire of listening to him! Thankfully, he left us so many wonderful recordings to enjoy and for new fans to discover. Again, thank you for this website. Teri Morin Windham, Maine

Name	Raymond Rees-Oliviere ()
Date	August 31, 2006 05:27 PM
Location	Bath (UK)
Message	During Matt's Far East Tour 1964 or 1965, I was a Helicopter Crewman with 110 Squadron RAF, stationed in Singapore. When I was not on duty in Borneo, Labaun or Brunei I used to sing with the Big Bands and Jazz Clubs under the stage name of 'Lance Raymond'. One evening during one of the Jazz Sessions at the Golden Venus Bar/Club on Orchard Road, Matt came into the club and I introduced him to all the club members. I did try to get him to sing with the Ernesto Deroya band playing at the club but he had to decline as he was contracted to sing at one of the big Hotels in Singapore. Some of the boys in the band were session musicians and were in the band that played at the hotel that he was performing at and contracted to. Being part of the 'music scene' in Singapore (I had recorded several TV and Radio shows with the boys in the band playing for him at the hotel)I took my wife to the hotel where he was appearing and had a front row table for his show. Matt even came across to the table and sang to my wife, which made her night. As a Big Band and Jazz vocalist I used to sing many of the songs that Matt made famous. He even signed my song sheet of 'My Kind of Girl', the song he sang to my wife when we went to his performance. One can see that there are a lot of Good Memories of Matt and a lot of respect for way he sang and fond thoughts (for myself and my wife) of Matt as a friend. Ray Rees-Oliviere (LANCE RAYMOND)

Name	David
Date	August 30, 2006 07:57 AM
Location	Hampshire
Message	Matt was without doubt the greaest singer the UK ever had. Those like me who were teenagers in the 60's remember how diverse the music was then. Matt could bring to life a song that could out sell the best pop groups and singers of the day. The music then suited all moods and styles. Great times. Matt's voice will stay the test of time. I do not belive anyone has interpreted "Fly me to the Moon" better before or since.

Name	Jenny ()
Date	August 28, 2006 01:25 PM
Location	Hampshire
Message	Despite being in my 50s, I only 'discovered' Matt Monro after watching the documentary on his life back in June. I think Walk Away is one of the best songs ever and Matt singing it sends chills down my spine. This is a great resource for fans and I'll look out for his son Matt Jr - hopefully he will perform at the Anvil in Basingstoke in the not too distant future.

Name	Karen ()
Date	August 27, 2006 03:55 PM
Location	Bristol
Message	Hello. Please, does anyone know if Matt Munro lived in Bognor Regis, perhaps during the 1950's or 1960's? I remember as a child being told by my mother that Matt Munro had left Bognor and gone on to be a very famous singer. I watched a tv documentary last night and learnt that Matt was in fact from London, so I am now trying to work out if my memory has played some daft trick on me and I have got stories muddled up! If anyone is able to help I would love to have it clarified. Many thanks.

Name	Mike Bluestone ()
Date	August 26, 2006 09:39 PM
Location	London
Message	My late father had the privilege of knowing Matt Monro, and as a boy Matt's records were played regularly in our home. I was born in Newington Green, very close to where Matt grew up. I find it so hard to listen to Matt's beautiful songs without feeling deeply emotional. 'Walk Away' in particular has a huge impact on me every time I listen to it. Matt was taken from us at the age of 54. I am 54 and through this guest book I'd like to send to Matt my own personal message - Rest in Peace and God Bless.

Name	dave maddrell ()
Date	August 25, 2006 01:01 PM
Location	Suzhou,China
Message	A superb voice indeed.Matt,a favourite with Filippinos can be heard in most western bars here which have Filippino bands.

Name	Michael Brown ()
Date	August 24, 2006 10:43 AM
Message	It would appear that the Matt Monro documentary is on Sat 26th BBC 4 @ 20.10 60 mins

Name	Adam Glenane from Liverpool
Date	August 21, 2006 03:02 PM
Location	Liverpool
Message	Growing up with my Nan and Grandad, I have always had a musical background. My grandads favourite singers are the rat-pack and my late nans were always Matt Monro and Perry Como. I always based my voice to sing like these two idols. As I reached puberty and my voice broke I began to get a mellow voice just like Matt Monro had. Matt Monro is a singer that will never be forgotten. Even Frank Sinatra said Matt Monro was the British version of himself. He is a complete legend who died such a young age and should be alive today still singing and livening up the country

Name	David &Anne Holden ()
Date	August 20, 2006 01:08 PM
Location	ISLE OF WIGHT
Message	That most wonderful voice of Mr Monro's is always with us on the car CD , 4 stacked discs of his have been with us for many a mile and will continue to be so...What a Voice !!!

Name	Pat Crews ()
Date	August 19, 2006 05:47 PM
Location	Bloomington, IL
Message	I recently was asked if I was familiar with Matt Monro's voice. They were quite enthusiastic in their response to his 'EBB TIDE'. Sad to say I wasn't. Thinking he was a new artist I started asking questions. Very few had heard of him, maybe. I finally found a cd at Borders and fell madly in love. I read the insert and was shocked to find that the 'young man' had passed away in '85, at the age of 54? More shock, being a music lover, and never before having heard this mans voice. I have bought what I can find and hope to find more in the future. It's is amazing that someone so great could have been missed in my lifetime, and without ever having an opportunity to let him and other vocalists know how much they are appreciated for their contributions to our hours of enjoyment

Name	Chris Buckley ()
Date	August 15, 2006 02:10 PM
Location	Bolton
Message	I just thought I'd add my tuppenneth worth. Until recently I wasn't fully aware of Matt, I'm amazed at how good Matt Monro is - the quality and the warmth in his voice. Having written/sung a song in Spanish, I guesss me and Matt have something in common too... muy bien! It certainly was a different era. Proper songs! I'm working with Frankie Novak now, who is (and I may be biased!) one of the best swing singers in the country just now. He's doing a lot of Matt's songs and I'm not complaining; he really gets into them and cares about the delivery. I think Matt would approve. We've just been in the studio recording some songs in that style. We are hoping for big things. If you like Matt, check Frankie Novak out.

Name	Steve Tarry ()
Date	August 13, 2006 10:32 PM
Location	Manchester
Message	I dont think that Matt Munro's legacy will ever pass, this site is a tribute to mans work and life. I have just celebrated my 51st birthday and have had the pleasure of Matts voice from childhood (due to my parents good taste in music) I sing at weekends in local venues and one song that always brings a string of questions about the original singer, (If I Never Sing Another Song) I dont know if it was ever released as a single but I could do with finding out to pass the info on. Thanks for a really great site.

Name	SUSAN ()
Date	August 13, 2006 12:35 PM
Location	Herts
Message	My mother is a huge Matt Monro fan and me and my sisters were bought up on Matt (I am 48- so that's a long time). She was fortunate to meet the great man several times because our family friend used to sing with him when he worked on the buses in Tufnel Park where we used to live years ago. He was always very kind to Mum especially when she had to have a serious operation. I have just bought her tickets for all of us to see Matt Junior at Becks theatre. She will be so excited. Can't wait to give them to her next Sunday 20th on her birthday

Name	Michael Brown ()
Date	August 13, 2006 10:26 AM
Location	Poulton Le Fylde
Message	Documentary is on Sat 26/08 at 7pm BBC4

Name	Michael Brown ()
Date	August 09, 2006 02:42 PM
Location	Poulton le Fylde
Message	I have just been kindly advised by Joseph that the Matt Monro documentary is due to be repetaed on either 19th or 26th august BBC4 19.00hrs!!!Yipee

Name	debbie anderson ()
Date	August 09, 2006 10:21 AM
Location	glasgow scotland
Message	Hi my husband is a great fan of matt munro,so as a surprise I have bought two ticket to see matt munro jr in glasgow in november,could anyone tell me if he puts on a good show I cant seem to fine any info on him.thank you great site by the way

Name	ian offler ()
Date	August 05, 2006 09:50 AM
Location	fethiye Turkey
Message	I have just discovered this wonderful tribute website.Can anyone advise me of the CD Rare Monro which was released in 2006.Is it still available? Living in a small Turkish town; the Internet is my lifeline for CD releases...any info will be greatly appreciated..Many thanks Ian

Name	Adrian Jacobs ()
Date	July 29, 2006 11:43 AM
Message	Does anyone know from which film the song Matt recorded 'Why Not Now' came from

Name	jackie staunton
Date	July 19, 2006 04:21 PM
Location	chester
Message	what a great site a real monro tribute i have listened to the great matt monro for forty years and his voice still gives me the goosebumps matt died far too soon he was and will be one of the best singers of all time rest in peace matt

Name	Monty Aidem ()
Date	July 15, 2006 05:10 AM
Location	Los Angeles
Message	Thanks for a comprehensive and informative website! I'm a tremendous admirer of Matt Monro and his incredible vocal performances. Now I have a place to visit where I can learn more about him. Thanks again!

Name	Michael Brown ()
Date	July 11, 2006 11:47 PM
Location	Poulton Le Fylde
Message	Does anyone out there have a DVD copy of the Matt Monro documentary recently shown on TV that I could buy; Please!!

Name	michael dennis
Date	July 10, 2006 09:17 PM
Location	liverpool u.k
Message	what a great site lovely comments about the man that was born with a most wonderful voice thank you matt for many m any years of great songs ihope to see you when i get there

Name	Mel ()
Date	July 10, 2006 06:35 PM
Location	Surrey U.K
Message	What a talent sadly like most of the best "Gone to soon" We miss you so much Matt.God bless may your work live on forever.

Name	NICK EYNON ()
Date	July 08, 2006 08:08 PM
Location	midlands
Message	I THINK MATT WAS THE BEST SINGER THIS COUNTRY HAS EVER PRODUCED ,I AM A MASSIVE SINATRA FAN AND I PUT MATT IN THE SAME BRACKET IF HE HAD BEEN AMERICAN HE WOULD HAVE BEEN PUSHING SINATRA ALL THE WAY AS THE BEST SINGER IN THE WORLD

Name	Eddie ()
Date	July 08, 2006 04:46 PM
Location	North east
Message	A Great Web Site, A credit to Matt

Name	Owen Duffy ()
Date	July 08, 2006 11:12 AM
Location	merseyside
Message	In my opinion nobody could sing a ballad like Matt Monro,we lost a great singer when we lost Matt.

Name	Paul Cahill ()
Date	July 07, 2006 04:13 PM
Message	Matt Monroe: a true legend. The best British male voice I've ever heard. 'Walk away' is such a tear-jerking classic. Who can hold a note better? No-one. Passed away at such a young age - Matt should never be forgetten.

Name	Garnett ()
Date	July 06, 2006 10:43 PM
Location	Belfat N.Ireland
Message	Loved the website. Matt is my favourite singer. He is another gifted star who died young. Everytime I listen to Born Free I know nobody could sing it like Matt Monro. Keep up the good work. If Sinatra liked him enough said. Garnett (Belfast)

Name	bob williams ()
Date	July 05, 2006 02:22 PM
Location	USA
Message	His voice and style is special. I am trying to find DVD's of him, can anyone help me ? Bob

Name	Webmaster's reply
Date	July 03, 2006 12:15 AM
Location	Cyberspace
Message	Reply from webmaster: Dear Liam, >> I left a message in this section informing all Matt Monro fans to look out for the BBC2 documentary. >> Which we duly copied to our news page here: http://www.mattmonro.org.uk/news.shtml >> Unfortunatly for some strange reason this message has been removed from the site, << I get to remove filthy spammers on a daily basis and I did accidentally delete one message several weeks ago, thinking it was also the spamming message. I got the wrong file name. But, as you can see in our guestbook, many people replied to us about the BBC2 broadcast! >> so I'm sorry for those who may have wanted to see it and have missed it. << I think visitors will have found it on our news page despite the fact that is was missing in the guestbook. I do not remember when I deleted the message; it may have been after the broadcast. >> And shame on the people who maintain this site for deleting it! << Thank you. >> It may never be screened again and sadly so many people may have missed out! << The show was first broadcast: DOCUMENTARY: Matt Monro: The Man With The Golden Voice Channel: BBC 4 107 Date: Saturday 22nd October 2005 Then repeated on: Channel: BBC 4 107 Date: Sunday 1st January 2006 2:00am - 3:00am and BBC4 are repeating the Matt Monro programme yet again - 15th February at 19.00 and again at 23.40, and most recently: Thursday 8th June 2006: "Matt Monro - The Man With The Golden Voice" will be showing on BBC 2 on Monday 12th June at 7:00pm! Kindest regards, Ruud webmaster

Name	Liam
Date	July 03, 2006 11:15 AM
Message	I left a message in this section informing all Matt Monro fans to look out for the BBC2 documentary. Unfortunatly for some strange reason this message has been removed from the site, so I'm sorry for those who may have wanted to see it and have missed it. And shame on the people who maintain this site for deleting it! It may never be screened again and sadly so many people may have missed out!

Name	David Nixon ()
Date	June 28, 2006 09:24 PM
Location	Milton Keynes
Message	I can't believe it. After years of wondering what this song was, and who sung it..which is at the start of "The Italian Job " it is; "On days like these" by the man himself. I found out at last.. absolutely fantastic.

Name	Peter Shearer ()
Date	June 14, 2006 01:25 AM
Message	Some time ago around 1979-80) I was working as a musician at a Cabaret Club called "Blazers" in Windsor. This was a major venue in the South of England - the headliners were the likes of Freddie Starr, Jim Davidson, Gloria Gaynor etc. One Saturday, the MC announced that Mr. Munroe was to be the headline act the following week. Like most people in the entertainment business, I'd heard rumours for some time that the booze and cigarettes had got to him, that he had lost his voice and was reduced to playing working men's clubs with only Organ and Drums to back him. However, the MC made a point of saying that he was "singing better than ever" and Blazers definitely pushed the boat out - the orchestra was augmented (up from 8 to 12+ pieces) and was moved off the stage onto the floor (losing several tables and therefore revenue) to go give him the whole stage to work. On not a lot more than word of mouth the room (which sat well over 2,000) was full every night of the week. I was Playing in the relief band and so on the first night stood at the back to watch the show (it was after the pubs had shut - so I had nowhwere else to go!). He came on and sang " From Russia with Love" followed by his (wonderful) opening line - "I know what you're thinking - isn't he short!!". That night, and for the rest of the week, I watched his show completely spellbound. To use a musician's complement - he had a "beautiful set of pipes" and there are not many (perhaps only Mr. Sinatra - and Michael Buble of the current crop) who's "pipes" I would include in the same paragraph. His rendtion of "Walk away" and "If I never sing another song" would reduce me to tears because, unlike many artists, he made you believe it. A couple of years later he was (rumoured to be) booked at a venue I was working and it is a great regret he passed away before I got to hear him sing live again.

Name	Tina ()
Date	June 13, 2006 09:39 PM
Location	Guernsey
Message	I have loved Matt Monroe since I was a little girl and I am now 51. He had a unique Velvet singing voice, and I could never tire of listening to him. When my two girls were little I played them all the Matt Monroe records I had, they too loved him and still do. My youngest daugter who is 22 called me yesterday (12 June) and asked me to video the programme on BBC2 about his life, what a fantastic prog it was too. He was certainly taken from us far too soon, but he left us a voice that will thrill many for a long time yet. We love you Matt.

Name	John Miller ()
Date	June 13, 2006 09:11 PM
Location	Faversham,Kent England
Message	What an insult a great TV tribute to Matt and they spelt it Matt Monroe!! Shame on you BBC!!!

Name	Bernie ()
Date	June 12, 2006 09:02 PM
Location	Bournemouth
Message	I saw a progamme on Matt tonight on TV and being 47 Matt was very much part of my childhood. However I've never quite realised until now. People talk about the sixties and all the Hippy stuff, well that's all well and good, but for a boy growing up on the South Coast in the sixties in a loving but yes, ordinary family, Matt's songs were what it was all about. Our first car, our first holiday abroad, a new colour telly- Matt was always around somewhere, some how. Now those tunes just bring back a world that for me was more innocent, yet more sophisticated than today.

Name	dottie ()
Date	June 12, 2006 08:44 PM
Location	Twickenham
Message	Great Site........ I watched the Matt Monroe programme on BBC2, what a trip down memory lane - FABULOUS........ Recording to DVD at the moment to keep for posterity...

Name	TREVOR HARNEY ()
Date	June 12, 2006 08:36 PM
Location	SOUTHAMPTON
Message	HAVE JUST WATCHED BBC 2 DOCUMENTARY AND IT HAS BLOWN ME AWAY WHAT A VOICE (SINATRA IN THE UK) I AM INTO SOUL / CLUBLAND MUSIC AND CAN SEE THAT A WHOLE NEW WAVE OF YOUNG TEENAGE FANS WILL EMERGE THANKS BBC FOR SHOWING DOCUMENTARY I ONLY WISH THAT I COULD HAVE SEEN MATT LIVE SUPERB !!

Name	james mitchell ()
Date	June 12, 2006 08:01 PM
Location	london
Message	hi people. just wondering if anyone can help me find out a bit more about the song 'we're goiong to change the world'? it's a great song - did Matt write it himself, or, if he didn't, who did, who was he and what was the song all about. is there a special reference to anyone in the song? great website, by the way. What a tribute..... James

Name	Helen ()
Date	June 12, 2006 07:59 AM
Location	Melbourne, Australia
Message	Hi everybody -- I've only just discovered this marvellous website, and being too lazy to go scrolling through possibly hundreds of guestbook messages, I thought I'd just ask right away: can anybody tell me the story behind my favourite Matt Monro song of all, "Walk Away"? I only know? that it was apparently an Austrian Eurovision entry, which Matt had reworked into English, so if anybody can tell me the full story, please do! It's such a beautifully poignant song, and his delivery is so powerful and emotional, that the first time I heard it as a teenager, I felt sure that it HAD to be a movie theme song. I was so disappointed to find that there was apparently no 'reason' behind it! Thanks for indulging me.

Name	mike day ()
Date	June 11, 2006 12:32 PM
Location	poole, dorset ,uk
Message	maybe this is the wrong place to wright this but in 2001 my dad died of cancer and on looking through a box of his stuff recently(photos,letters etc)i came across a matt monroe cd he had, i put it on and although not generally a fan of this style of music was blown away by the hole album, what a great smooth/soft yet powerfull voice thanks for the greatest present i could ever be left with thanks matt your music lives on .

Name	Craig in Ga. (USA) ()
Date	June 07, 2006 03:49 PM
Location	Georgia (USA)
Message	I just found this site... nicely done and apropos... Matt was a TRULY marvelous talent. As with Nat King Cole, we lost him WAY TOO YOUNG. Though there is surely an element of caprice involved, we tragically lost some great artists/talents before their times-- Patsy Cline, Elvis, Jim Croce, Judy Garland, and Buddy Holly all come to mind. Lord knows, imagine what they MIGHT have recorded. I have an embarassing number of vintage Sinatra albums/CD's-- he was the greatest male popular singer ever. That said, only two were really in the same rarefied air-- Nat amd Matt. I note from the bio that Matt was unfortunately a heavy smoker (and drinker)... Frank and Nat were also burdened with the smoking bane. Still, Matt had impressive pipes in the 60's when many of his better-known recordings were apparently made. I truly wish that he could have recorded so many other Sinatra songs. When Softly As I Leave You became a hit, Frank was so impressed that he tracked Matt down in England and asked if he would mind if he recorded it (and another Matt hit) also. I will be looking for more MM recordings besides some I have-- a MAGNIFICENT baritone. He mattered as very few have-- not bad. --craig

Name	Jon Murcu ()
Date	April 19, 2006 01:07 PM
Location	Ireland
Message	I heard Ed Steward's show and it reminded me of Matt and his wonderful voice and the songs he sang. He is indeed sadly missed and I compliment you on your site. It is excellent! yours sincerely Jon

Name	David Stickland ()
Date	April 09, 2006 08:06 AM
Location	New Zealand
Message	Just listening to Ed Stewert 'Where are they now' programme, and Matt is the guest singer this week (2.04.06). I have fond memories of Matt and his music in the 60's, just heard his daughter was thanking Ed Stewart for keeping her father's memory. I just wanted to say, that Matt's musical talent was universal, and will go on for ever!

Name	joe mc donald
Date	April 07, 2006 09:15 PM
Location	liverpool
Message	class always shines thru matt you were an absolute LEGEND who left us far too soon thank you matt for many hours and years of hearing your superb voice we will never forget one of the world.s most talented singers matt monro we miss you MAY YOU REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE MY FRIEND

Name	Graeme Morris ()
Date	April 05, 2006 11:36 PM
Location	Queensland Australia.
Message	He was the voice,a mellow tone that made Walk Away,Born Free,From Russia with Love unforgettable songs.I rate Born Free my all time favourite,to me he was simply the best,a wonderful voice.

Name	Keith Barron ()
Date	April 04, 2006 10:16 PM
Location	Mullingar, Ireland
Message	Having just turned 42 years of age, and grown up with the music of the 70's & 80's, my only regret was not getting to know Matt's material earlier.In a caberet venue in Dublin in the late 90's, the main singer would sing "If I never sing another song" which just blew my mind away. It was only a few years ago that I heard Matt's version and have a fan ever since. Matts music will live long into the future as my kids (ten & seven)are also great lovers of Matt. My wife is getting there!!! God Bless you Matt.

Name	phyliss ()
Date	April 04, 2006 07:20 PM
Location	rochelle park,USA
Message	Yes I do agree that if matt was with us today frank sinatra would have some thing to fear.matt had a magnificent voice that no one could copy. I'm a hugh fan of matt I'm sorry that I NEVER SAW MATT PERFORM HERE IN THE USA. MATT MONRO YOU HAVE BOUGHT JOY IN MY LIFE WITH YOU'ER MUSIC.THANK YOU. MAY GOD BLESS YOU

Name	Jena Alexander ()
Date	April 03, 2006 02:17 PM
Location	Fife,Scotland
Message	I too have been a great fan of Matt Munro. I remember Frank Sinatra saying, in an interview, that Matt Munro was the singer he most feared could steal his crown.To me that seemed like the ultimate accolade. Good luck with the web site..... Long overdue. Jena.

Name	jose
Date	March 28, 2006 05:32 PM
Location	merseyside
Message	what a joy matt monro brought to people when you see the lovely messages on this site we are really indebted to matt for his classic singing thanks matt for endless hours of listening to your fantastic music you will never be forgotten

Name	jimi arisandi ()
Date	March 27, 2006 10:38 AM
Location	suryalaya-bandung-indonesia
Message	I wish he's goin to idol one more time so all the man in the world goin to be gentlement like he did

Name	jimi arisandi ()
Date	March 27, 2006 10:29 AM
Location	suryalaya-bandung-indonesia
Message	I wish he's goin to idol one more time so all the man in the world goin to be gentlement like he did

Name	Jean Wright ()
Date	March 22, 2006 10:18 PM
Location	Salt Springs, Florida
Message	I remember hearing Matt Monroe in the 1980's, and since then he has been (and still remains) my favorite singer. His voice is so calming and gentle. My Granddaughter found a CD of Matt's for me this past Christmas, I just cried for joy. Jean Wright

Name	IAIN MULDREW ()
Date	March 22, 2006 06:48 AM
Location	GLENROTHES FIFE
Message	MY DAD IS A HUGE FAN OF MATT MET HIM EARLY 80s HAD PHOTOS TAKEN WITH HIM WHICH I WILL TRY TO SEND TO YOUR WEBSITE WE WERE AT MATT JNR CONCERT IN NOV 2005 AT GLASGOW BEST WISHES iain.

Name	Steve.M ()
Date	March 18, 2006 07:50 PM
Location	Herts
Message	Am listening to Matt Monro now. Superb voice clarity.Could listen for ever.Where have all the proper male vocalist gone.????

Name	Neil wratten ()
Date	March 14, 2006 01:19 PM
Location	Dover
Message	Matt to me is quite simply the best singer this country has produced never to be repeated, a voice so silky and a joy to listen too time and time again. Nobody will ever surpass him, and i was to young to have ever of seen him, but his songs will stay in my heart forever.

Name	Steven Shows
Date	March 07, 2006 03:07 AM
Location	LA, USA
Message	The smoothist of all the early sixties male singers. His combination of clarity and vocal power is unmatched to this day (and may never be repeated). He is one of very few artists whom I can listen to again and again without growing tired of the sound. He treated his voice as if it was his musical instrument to play. Unlike Sinatra, his voice never changed nor failed him. I'm glad that his music is being re-released and still available 21 years after his death. To the young people - drop the rap every once and a while and listen to Matt. His voice is capable of stirring everyone!

Name	joseph whelan
Date	March 06, 2006 06:19 PM
Location	mersey side
Message	just found website brilliant let.s keep this great mans name ALIVE matt.s songs were sung from the heart. when you look at to-days singers manufactured rubbish then we see how good matt monro really was this web site is very good to the people who run this site well done you are a credit to matt

Name	Liam ()
Date	February 13, 2006 12:20 PM
Location	Manchester
Message	A truly reamarkable singer. One of a kind. I find it hard to find other artists as talented and original as Matt Monroe. He will remain forever as, in my opinion, Englands finest male vocalists. His songs are sung with such feeling and emotion. He is unique, he is ours, he is the one and only Matt Monroe. What a fantastic website too!

Name	NIGEL WOODGATE ()
Date	January 24, 2006 08:59 AM
Location	Shanghai
Message	It's been very nice to come across this website dedicated to such a fabulously talented singer who has made me enjoy life a lot more. I was born and raised in Shanghai,(born in 1969) I've been a real fan of MATT MONRO for 15 years, and I've really been convinced that MATT MONRO is the greatest male vocalist BRITAIN has ever produced. MATT MONRO's interpretations of love songs is almost beyond reproach,I suppose, meanwhile, he did a marvellous job on the big band arrangements; the pop singers of today just leave me cold, none of them can hold a candle to MATT, and MATT was and will always be something else. It's no secret that MATT MONRO has always been one of the high points in my life, and I never tire of listening to his classic interpretations. I suppose this website is for wonderful people and discerning listeners, Thanks a lot!!

Name	Michael Matone ()
Date	January 23, 2006 08:03 PM
Location	Boynton Bch, FL
Message	Well, I too have recently found this wonderful website. I really didn't realize Matt Monro produced such a volume and variety of work and Spanish too. I always knew he was terrific but America promotes its own and he was not pushed that much in his day in the U. S. I also intend to sing his music in tribute. Real class!

Name	joey tagliarino ()
Date	January 19, 2006 11:37 PM
Location	La Jolla,Ca.
Message	Just happened to find this wonderful website today...Matt is a national treasure..My wife and I have loved his music from his beginings in the U.S. Thank You so very much....

Name	peter
Date	January 16, 2006 11:27 AM
Location	victoria australia
Message	thank you for this wonderful website,I had the pleasure of presenting matt monro at our establishment in March 1983 he deligheted the audience and meeting him was one of the highlights of my working career which spanned 26 years,we were indeed fortunate as we lost this truly wonderful performer twelve months later. His music lives on thanks to technology his cds sound as good as the personal performances we were privilleged to see, I saw him in melbourne twice in the mid sixties little did I realise I would have the joy of meeting him personally he will always be the best,the website I hope keeps his memory and music alive.

Name	nita
Date	January 14, 2006 06:27 PM
Location	south wales
Message	i have allways loved matt monro i wish they would show some of his shows on the t.v.

Name	Laura Bower ()
Date	January 10, 2006 08:01 PM
Location	New Hampshire
Message	I grew listening to Matt Monro....but not as you would think....I was a kid, he and my Mum were signing in the living room while my Dad played the piano and all the time I was trying to sleep cursing them all under my breath. Oh how little I knew then. I had the pleasure to meet Matt a few times while growing up. I am extremely fortunate to be able to count him and Ruby Murray as childhood family friends.

Name	Jeanmarie Nargi ()
Date	January 09, 2006 08:56 PM
Location	Ramsey, New Jersey, USA
Message	I also would like to thank you for having this website available. I also am a fan of Matt Monro's. I truly believe he was an absolutely marvelous singer. So sad to have lost him at such an early age. He had such a wonderful gift.

Name	Bill Bennett ()
Date	January 03, 2006 08:06 PM
Location	Neath, South Wales (UK)
Message	Thank you for a brilliant site. You have certainly worked ever so hard to keep the great man's songs alive. I am a new and mature Dean Martin impersonator but I try and add a few of Matt's songs also, especially Walk Away and Portrait of my Love. Perhaps fans to your site will visit me and comment? Thanks again and like thousands of others, am so glad Matt's daughter had that reel of his Melbourne Show of 1967 printed - WOW!!!

Name	Alistair ()
Date	December 24, 2005 09:18 PM
Location	Reading England
Message	I remember matt monro as a kid as being one of my mum'sfavourite singers. I recently heard one of his songs and decided to download a number of his best know songs from the Internet. I believe Matt had a wonderful voice and equal to any of his peers at the time on either side of the Atlantic. The songs were class and I intend to find out more about his music over the coming months

Name	Dean Pritchard ()
Date	December 15, 2005 12:46 AM
Location	Merseyside, England
Message	Matt's music was always being played in our house, when I was a kid- he was one of Mum and Dad's favourites- I started listening to his songs as I was growing up, then I could appreciate them more, of course! He was easily the best singer of his generation, and a talent, that in these days of manufactured "stars", that will never be equalled. British music, is a poorer place, without a true perfomer such as Matt. God Bless!

Name	THOMAS JONES ()
Date	December 12, 2005 10:48 PM
Location	SOUTH WALES U/K
Message	GREAT MUSIC GREAT ARTIST I LOVE THE SPANISH BITS THANK YOU

Name	Patrick ()
Date	November 30, 2005 09:03 AM
Message	Hello Geoff and Ruud, Hope you'll enjoy the new guestbook. If there are bugs or requests, please send them to me (in one message, please). Patters.

Name	Ruud ()
Date	November 29, 2005 10:01 PM
Location	Beverwijk
Message	Hi Patrick, thanks very much for the new guestbook.

Name	Geoff Leonard ()
Date	November 29, 2005 09:57 PM
Location	Bristol, England
Message	Hello?

Name	Patrick ()
Date	November 29, 2005 09:55 PM
Location	Beverwijk
Message	Message not accepted?

Name	Hermie ()
Date	November 28, 2005 05:30 PM
Location	sf,ca
Message	Has the BBC Tribute for Matt Monroe been scheduled for showing here in the US?

Name	May Bottrill ()
Date	November 25, 2005 10:42 PM
Location	Derby
Message	Does anyone know if Matt read music? I have a feeling that his phrasing and timing were instinct and would love to know if he could sight read. Sounded great, anyway!

Name	gerald dobson
Date	November 22, 2005 10:05 AM
Location	weybridge, surrey, england
Message	I met Matt at the Criterion Coffee Bar whilst he was having a coffee ahead of his concert at the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill on Sea, probably in 1962. What a gentleman he was, he even paid for my coffee...and what a show. I saw the TV bio of Matt last evening (21 November 05) and although there was a constant stream of compliments there was not enough of Matt. He was not allowed to sing one song straight through! I think that 'From Russia With Love' is one of his gret songs in terms of presentation and performance.

Name	Robert
Date	November 22, 2005 01:36 AM
Location	uk
Message	Missed the program on the 21st,anyone know if it will be repeated.

Name	lilian moore ()
Date	November 21, 2005 11:03 PM
Location	London
Message	I have a lot of Cassettes of Matt Monro and CD's there will never be another,he had a voice that one never gets tired of, I while I am on my computer I play him singing, along with Perry Como also my favourite. May Matt Monro never be forgotten

Name	Tom McConnell ()
Date	November 21, 2005 10:55 PM
Location	Perthshire,Scotland
Message	Just watched the BB4 Documentary and it brought a few tears to my eyes. I have always enjoy the Man and the voice but forgot what he looked like ! That last song in his later years " Softly as I Leave you took my breath away. Does anyone know .... while living in the States did he meet Elvis as I read somewhere that Elvis also enjoyed the song and infact had dabbled with Portrait of my Love ( which I have ). I am now off to the local Record Shop to see what Box sets are available but by the sound of it there won't be too many Outtakes as this guy just went in and did his thing! GREAT PRGRAM

Name	David Rose ()
Date	November 21, 2005 10:06 PM
Location	Gloucester, UK
Message	21 Nov 2005 - Just been watching the documentry on T.V. What a wonderful man as well as singer. I have always enjoyed listening to Matt Monro and thanks to PrimeTime Radio he is on more often than he used to be. Funnily enough, it was not the documentary that led me to this great website. I was looking for the words to 'Skylark' and found them here. Thanks very much, Will visit again soon. =)

Name	Leeanne Londors ()
Date	November 19, 2005 01:19 AM
Location	Wiltshire
Message	I know you wont believe me because you probably get alot of this but Matt Monro is my great uncle i was 2 when he died and i grew up listening to his music. It is so nice to know that he is still remembered and that he has touched so many people with his music. xx

Name	Miriam Duff ()
Date	November 18, 2005 10:15 PM
Location	Cork , Ireland
Message	Just re-introduced to the magnificent voice of Matt Monro. My parents always listned when i was a kid . Just dug out some old records and can't stop listening to them . Superb !

Name	Daniel Wilson ()
Date	November 15, 2005 03:10 PM
Location	Mar del Plata, Argentina
Message	=)Soy conductor de un programa radial y deseo conseguir discografía de Matt Monro en español para difusión en mi programa, si es posible en mp3. Su música no merece ser olvidada por los argentinos. Espero vuestra amable respuesta.

Name	Kyosuke Sekijima ()
Date	November 14, 2005 08:37 AM
Location	Tokyo, Japan
Message	"From Russia with Love" was my 1st record bought at the age of 16, which is almost 40 years ago. And now my son will get married on Dec 3 and I could have a chance to manage all music programm during his wedding party. At the end of the party, of course, I should feature "The Party is Over" which defenitely gives all of the peoples there very impressive memory with his warm and tender voice.

Name	Ms. Shawn Cohen ()
Date	November 13, 2005 02:41 PM
Location	London, UK
Message	I was introduced to Matt Monro's music in 1976 by my boyfriend who was older than me, and loved him. I was just 21 and into rock, but his music, lyrics, his voice always brought chills of pleasure to me, and I have ben a fan ever since. Its nice to see this web site, and every time I hear a Matt Monro song, I think of my lover back then, truly music to be in love by. We were in Pittsburgh, Pa, back then. Now, I am living in London, and I thank Primetime Radio who plays Matt's music alot. It brings me beautiful memories when I hear his smooth voice singing,expressing emotion. Bless you for this website, and long live Matt Monro's music!xxxx=*

Name	May Bottrill ()
Date	November 09, 2005 09:41 PM
Location	England
Message	Beautiful phrasing, beautiful diction, perfectly in tune, Why didn't I appreciate him more when he was around? Better than Sinatra. Classic!

Name	paul ruderham ()
Date	October 26, 2005 03:07 PM
Location	jersey
Message	Fantastic to see a website about Matt. I listen to his songs regularly and love the way he expressed the emotions of the song with perfect diction and key. We miss you Matt God Bless.

Name	joe waller ()
Date	October 25, 2005 01:16 PM
Location	manchester
Message	i never get tired of listening to matt . and play some of his music nearly every day god bless.=)

Name	Brendan Nolan ()
Date	October 22, 2005 08:26 AM
Location	Alstonville - Australia
Message	Thanks for a great tribute site to Matt. He was part of the soundtrack of my life in the 60's My "Portrait of Matt Monro" EP is one of my prized possessions. He lives on with every song I play.

Name	M.Wilkinson
Date	October 21, 2005 10:59 PM
Location	Halifax. West Yorks
Message	Watched the documentary, brought back memories,just got lyrics to If I never sing another song. Fabulous.=)

Name	Justin
Date	October 21, 2005 10:26 PM
Location	Bolton, England
Message	I saw the documentary tonight on BBC4 and I was amazed at his voice. I really didn't know much about him, but I do now.

Name	Clint Ritchie Stark ()
Date	October 20, 2005 08:52 AM
Location	Edinburgh UK
Message	MATT MONRO..... What can we say other that this man was Fantastic, a voice even Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, you name the singer and he will never ever beat Matt Monro, this man was in a league of his own in singing. Matt we all miss you so much, but your singing will be with us for ever.

Name	sue ludlow ()
Date	October 19, 2005 05:07 PM
Location	Brackley
Message	What a wonderful website I have found. I have always loved matt's music and have loads of his cd's and the latest dvd about his lost concert, have recently booked to see his son in concert but the show in Northampton was unfortunately cancelled, but not to be outdone, and thanks to your website I have been able to discover other venues close to me and hopefully I will get to see the next best thing to matt himself!

Name	Danny Flaherty ()
Date	October 12, 2005 07:50 PM
Location	Brisbane, Australia
Message	When I was a child in the 60`s I remember my mother and sister playing Matt Monro,About 25 years ago I took my daughter aged 7 and son aged 5 to see "Born Free" We went back 3 times because my daughter wanted to hear the man with the BEAUTIFUL voice. About 10 years ago I bought the Video, now my grandchildren watch it and it still brings tears to my daughters eyes when she hears the theme song. Matts music lives on in our children and grandchildren 20 years after his death, and will for another 100. Matt did it his way - and we are very lucky he did. God bless you Mr Parsons.=)

Name	Frank E. Dee ()
Date	October 12, 2005 02:20 AM
Location	California
Message	Many thanks go out to Michele Monro, for the beautiful "CHRISTMAS MAGIC" CD. Thursday Oct. 13 We will be doing an hour special or more on Gmmy Radio. What a wonderful treat in receiving the Christmas Magic CD. Thank you Michele.;) Frank E. Dee/Host GMMY RADIO

Name	phyliss
Date	October 11, 2005 05:49 PM
Location	USA
Message	I recieved my dvd of matt monro ( A PORTRAIT OF ) I enjoyed every moment of viewing the dvd, I play it quiet over and over love the songs San Fransico, Birth of the blues FANTASTIC. all so the stories of his life. I'm so happy to know about matt and his life, I will treasure the dvd. what a entertainer. may god bless you matt for the enjoyment you have given me with you're music.===*

Name	Claudio A. Guerrero ()
Date	October 11, 2005 04:23 PM
Location	Sao Paulo - Brazil
Message	I started enjoying Matt Monro since I was a young boy, because he performed Yesterday like no one else. From Russia With Love, Born Free and especially Walk Away are the songs I like best. For Mamma was also a big hit in Brazil. His voice and performing were great. It was a pity he died so early, but his work will be always appreciated.

Name	Valerie Anne Logozzo ()
Date	October 08, 2005 06:12 PM
Location	Miami, Florida, USA
Message	I have always loved Matt Monro, I have been trying to find a recording of his song "Those Precious Moments" it was was played in the movie" The Sea Devils" does anyone know how I can obtain it, its a lovely song. thank you

Name	noel gorry ()
Date	October 07, 2005 10:48 PM
Location	ireland
Message	softly as he left us

Name	Giles
Date	October 07, 2005 02:56 PM
Location	Surrey
Message	Listen to his new cd with his son. It is superb.

Name	hasan yorgozlu ()
Date	October 06, 2005 11:56 AM
Location	northern cyprus
Message	ý like "the music played" song very much. it is a beautiful song. ý like matt monro.

Name	G.A. GILMARTIN ()
Date	September 24, 2005 07:42 PM
Location	England
Message	He was one of the greatest singers this country has ever produced. A truly melodious voice and one you can listen to for hours on end. A sad loss to the music industry. I hope a revival of his songs will teach the young of today how a song should be sung.

Name	B. Robinson ()
Date	September 20, 2005 04:31 PM
Location	Dunston - Lincoln UK
Message	The voice, the music, the emotion. It could only come from Matt Monro. No other singer has come anywhere near emulating his unique voice and style. sadly he isnt here anymore but his contribution to good popular music will live for as long as there are means to play and listen to it. Thank you Matt. B.robinson Dunston, Lincs UK

Name	Diivna Nones ()
Date	August 31, 2005 03:25 PM
Location	Toronto, Canada
Message	I love listening to his songs since I was a teenager and up to the present time I still enjoy playing his songs. I'm glad to be able to find the lyrics of almost all his songs in the internet. Wish he is still around

Name	Steve DeFrancesco ()
Date	August 31, 2005 12:58 AM
Location	New haven,ct
Message	The very first time i heard Matt was "Unchained Melody',that was all it took! Yes indeed he had a captivating voice.i haveenjoyed listening to his great CD's I have purchased.as a matter of fact i purchased them all at once!!

Name	Ella Marie S. Lopez-Pozas ()
Date	August 28, 2005 04:26 PM
Location	Philippines
Message	I was so glad that I did try to visit the official website of the late Matt Monroe. I finally stumbled upon that old song I used to sing when I was little - "I Love All the Little Things." I was just so amazed to discover that he had cut so many albums. I truly love his songs, especially those he sang in the 1960's because those were my "growing-up" years which I have cherished so much as I grew up a happy child. I was wondering how I could get a CD with this precious song. I know that it was released as a 45rpm. I really love this song as it brings back my joyful years as a child. I remember that my classes were in the afternoons and in the mornings, I would listen to all the songs being played on my mother's transistor radio. I was and I am still thankful to my mother that she made sure there was good music in the house while we 5 siblings were all growing up. Thank you for having this website available to all Matt Monro fans. God bless!

Name	Hilary Govier ()
Date	August 18, 2005 10:37 AM
Location	Oxford. England
Message	I am quite young, but I love listening to the artists that my parents listened too. As well as Matt Monro I love the music of Tony Christie and Neil Sedaka. Apparently there is a new DVD out on Matt monro and his life. The release date is 26th September. This is a very nice website.=)

Name	Brian Gardiner ()
Date	August 15, 2005 09:35 PM
Location	Newcastle Upon Tyne
Message	one of the best. Good luck to Matt Junior on his Tour enjoyed his show in Spain=)

Name	xavier chavez ()
Date	August 10, 2005 01:42 AM
Location	kansas, usa.
Message	tenia 8 años (hace ya 37) cuando lo escuche por primera vez, y me fascino su forma de cantar, probablemente hoy este cantando para el Señor, alguna de sus hermosas canciones.=)

Name	johnny hammond ()
Date	August 02, 2005 08:39 PM
Location	southport
Message	I was in showbusiness for 54 years...met and knew them all... but the greatest for me came down to two great human beings... Perry Como and Matt Monro. Perry sings me to sleep monday wednesday and friday... the other four belong to matt monro. it cant get better than this.

Name	Christopher Martin ()
Date	August 02, 2005 03:43 PM
Location	Camberley, Surrey, UK
Message	Seems hard to believe that Matt's been gone 20 years. One of the greatest singers ever.

Name	Alonso Morante ()
Date	August 02, 2005 03:30 AM
Location	Lima, Peru
Message	My mother,my mother in law my wife and myself just love him. He represents te best and the tragedy of the human being, since his childhood throug the adulthood. God bless him for his voice and for himself

Name	Alonso Morante ()
Date	August 02, 2005 03:30 AM
Location	Lima, Peru
Message	My mother,my mother in law my wife and myself just love him. He represents te best and the tragedy of the human being, since his childhood throug the adulthood. God bless him for his voice and for himself

Name	Alonso Morante ()
Date	August 02, 2005 03:30 AM
Location	Lima, Peru
Message	My mother,my mother in law my wife and myself just love him. He represents te best and the tragedy of the human being, since his childhood throug the adulthood. God bless him for his voice and for himself

Name	edna hobbs ()
Date	July 24, 2005 08:57 PM
Location	bimingham
Message	Have always loved Matts voice since watching his show in austrialia what a lovely man he was what a loss when he died so young so much nicer than todays singers edna hobbs birmingham

Name	Alan Harte ()
Date	July 22, 2005 12:37 AM
Location	Bolton England UK
Message	Saw and heard Matt singing many times in the Bolton/Manchester area in the 1960's. Have most of his CDs and admire his singing as much today as I did in the 60's.

Name	Don Mac Brown ()
Date	July 21, 2005 03:25 AM
Location	Beverly Hills, CA, USA
Message	Just listening to Matt sing Old Rockin Chair. As a big band boy singer, I have had the greatest appreciation of Matt's quality career.

Name	Leland Yang
Date	July 21, 2005 12:24 AM
Location	Vancouver, Canada
Message	A memorable voice, during my own memorable years.=)

Name	Fred Logue ()
Date	July 18, 2005 03:23 PM
Location	Dallas, Tx USA
Message	Thank you for this opportunity. I love Matt Monro. It is a shame he did not have very many hits (did he?). An excellent singer. The English "Frank Sinatra".

Name	Benny
Date	July 15, 2005 03:23 PM
Location	Sydney
Message	Have rediscovered the magic of Matt`s voice through the wonders of cd technology, such feeling, perfect pitch and a quiet reassuring, natural style so conspicuously absent in todays vocalists who tend to scream their way through their songs. Matt was a natural with a big talent evident in songs like "Walk Away" and "From Russia with love " and so many other classics. Had the great privilege of seeing him live on stage in Cape Town in the late 60`s and remember fondly his quiet, laid back style.Thanks for the memories, Matt!

Name	Michael Horne ()
Date	July 10, 2005 10:57 PM
Location	82.Valentine Close po156sl
Message	Just played a cassett from the sixtys of your songs.My Wife and I send our best wishes to you for the future

Name	Gil Gigliotti ()
Date	July 04, 2005 01:39 PM
Message	Excellent site...and long overdue! Many thanks!

Name	Brian Batter ()
Date	July 01, 2005 10:45 AM
Location	Scottish Borders
Message	First heard Matt at the Cafe de Paris (Piccadilly Circus) way back in the middle 50`s have been a fan since, now when I hear Matt anywhere I just have to stop whatever I am doing, just to listen to that clear golden voice, I personally have not heard anyone else who put so much `feeling` into evry song.

Name	jimmy mac ()
Date	June 26, 2005 12:46 AM
Location	uk
Message	A voice you could listen to all night

Name	faizal ()
Date	June 23, 2005 01:32 PM
Location	Bandung/ Indonesia
Message	I know about you when I was in Yunior High Scool ( 1979 ). I knew it from my father when my father and I heard " BORN FREE ", also watched that movie on TV and we stayed in West Jawa High land. Matched with your song. Right now, not any more but I still listen your voice. God Bless You . Matt..

Name	Neil Dalrymple ()
Date	June 20, 2005 07:37 PM
Location	Kelty,Fife,Scotland,UK
Message	I have loved this mans voice since childhood.I was honoured to have met him on several occasions and experienced his humility and generousity.I am always moved by his rendition of MARIA from WEST SIDE STORY.It`s a masterclass in itself.It always moves me to tears.Thank you dear Matt for being you.Funny,kind,gentle and awe inspiring.I miss you.

Name	Jan ()
Date	June 19, 2005 05:36 PM
Location	USA
Message	I have enjoyed Matt since I "discovered" him in 1972. Have almost all his USA albums(LP) and many imports. His voice will live on. I understand EMI has many recordings they haven't released yet. I hope they will release them in the future.

Name	phil
Date	June 17, 2005 07:39 PM
Location	USA
Message	came across matt jnr's web site,I see where he starting his concerts in october. is there chance that he will come to the USA, i would love to see his conserts.I miss his dads conserts because I discoverd matt in 1994. MATT you are the best your music is played in my home all day. ways a sinatra but no more,he was ok but matt is number 1 in my home.I play his concert that was found in 1967.I'm a BIG FAN of matt.looking forward to be hearing the music of mattjr.===(

Name	kev wall ()
Date	June 15, 2005 08:49 AM
Location	marske by the sea
Message	what a great informative site i love to listen to sinatra nkc dean martin and lots of others from that era but matt monroe was and is the finest singer i have heard the man was a legend .;)

Name	John Willie Jacobs ()
Date	June 14, 2005 09:18 PM
Location	Harrisburg, Pa.U.S.A.
Message	I heard of Matt Monro on radio, and was immediately sucked into his velverty rich voice, his style and his music. I wished he continued to live. I just got hold of his Greatest Album with the inclusion of "Walk Away and Softly as I Leave You. His music brings me wonderful treasury memories in my childhood, my late parents and the pleasant years goneby. Thank you Matt and May God Keep your Soul in Peace.

Name	Neil Alleyn ()
Date	June 09, 2005 01:16 PM
Location	Sydney
Message	This is a great website and it is good that he is being remembered as he truly was a great entertainer..I had the pleasure of seeing Matt Monro in 1984 in Sydney and although he did not look well he sang beautifully. I am an entertainer myself in Sydney and perform a lot of Matt Monro songs and my voice - baratone is similar to Matts voice and I do my best to keep his memory a live by singing his songs. =)

Name	Bill Cadden ()
Date	June 08, 2005 06:10 AM
Location	New Westminster, B.C. Canada
Message	I believe him to be the greatest singer who ever lived and I never tire of listening to his melodic voice.

Name	Ronald W.
Date	June 07, 2005 07:18 PM
Location	Boechout, Belgium
Message	Well done. Great site. A fitting tribute to one of the all-time greatest vocalists ! Congratulations!!

Name	Ron ()
Date	May 29, 2005 07:58 AM
Location	Chingford E4
Message	Come across the DVD of Matt in Australia. Never seen any footage on him just his fantasic voice. Have watched it over & over again, a must for anyone who enjoys his voice. Has anyone noticed that Matt's songs has appeared on numerous soaps including East Enders(Dots & Paulines house) Corrie and could always be heard on Brookside. Anyway, loved his voice & love the site. Thank you =)

Name	Sean Mooney ()
Date	May 28, 2005 04:57 PM
Location	Salford Manchester
Message	I have just bought a CD today of Matt. Fabulous and beautiful voice and unique. I am listening to it now;Magic! Now a big fan. I thought he was American to begin with, delighted he is Londoner I am a Dubliner from Ireland. Thank you Matt and Co.==

Name	Stuart
Date	May 26, 2005 05:22 AM
Location	Shanghai
Message	Matt should be celebrated for giving us his wonderful voice. My wifes mother was always very proud to tell us about the times she sat on Matts bus and listened to that wonderful voice serenading the passengers.

Name	Diane Raymond
Date	May 24, 2005 03:43 PM
Location	Long Island, New York, USA
Message	I was born and raised in Manchester, Engand and my mother and father adored Matt. Unfortunately my parents have now passed on.But whenever I hear Matt's soothing, smooth, silky voice my parents are right back with me. Thank you for this website,it's adding a new dimension to my life and I know it will be the same for many other people.

Name	Ken Owen ()
Date	May 22, 2005 06:11 AM
Location	Llandudno.N.Wales
Message	My favourite song is Days like these. ,But love them all. I am a big fanand also think he was underated.It was a shame..they didn'tive him the same hype as they do now with these new stars..who will never been as wonderful as he was. So happy to see the site Thank you.=o

Name	Douglas Stone ()
Date	May 22, 2005 02:13 AM
Location	Phoenix, AZ USA
Message	Congratulations on the Matt Monro tribute. I had always enjoyed his voice, but did not know his backgrouns. Matt was one of the best!!

Name	mark mander ()
Date	May 19, 2005 10:50 PM
Location	dunstable,beds
Message	big fan of matt's,what an amazing voice and talent.

Name	Yvonne James ()
Date	May 18, 2005 12:11 PM
Location	Kent
Message	Whatever happened to Matt's son, also Matt Monroe I think?

Name	Yvonne James ()
Date	May 18, 2005 12:05 PM
Location	Kent
Message	Brillian vocalist - never really received the credit he deserved.

Name	Paul Cooper ()
Date	May 09, 2005 07:18 PM
Location	St. Petersburg FL
Message	What a happy coincidence. Just finished singing along with one of my favorite Matt Monro compilation CDs. Surfed the net and found this site. What a tribute! Matt was my all-time favorite ballad singer. No tricks, no gimmicks. Just the greatest natural talent ever! Awesome pitch, and breath control unrivaled in the business. Thanks for doing this. I'll visit often. Paul Cooper St. Petersburg FL

Name	Antonio ()
Date	May 04, 2005 11:47 AM
Location	Malaga
Message	Thank you very much for the info I was looking for, and Greetings from Malaga-Spain Antonio

Name	Michael
Date	April 27, 2005 01:26 PM
Location	Cheshire, England
Message	A wonderful kind man with a warm, expressive voice. My American love BB and I met and fell in love to Matts music. We owe Matt and his music so much. He was a superb interpreter of modern song and recorded the finest ever version of Long & Winding Road.

Name	howard
Date	April 27, 2005 04:49 AM
Location	Florida, USA
Message	Have been a fan since the early 60's---what a great voice!!!!! We still miss him

Name	roland ()
Date	April 26, 2005 09:34 PM
Location	wirral
Message	a brilliant sight have always been a fan of matt for fifty years he is greatly missed i really loved his songs.8)=);)

Name	noreen ()
Date	April 24, 2005 02:50 PM
Location	london
Message	talking about the best singer we had in the past 50 years and we both said together matt monro this country do not make them like him anymore thank you for listening==

Name	Tim C ()
Date	April 24, 2005 12:02 PM
Location	Western NY State, USA
Message	=) I enjoyed the site. Just listened to his version of "Softly,As I Leave You" and loved it. He has a voice you remember. As I listened to him sing I realized that I have heard him before. I am planning to purchase a CD or two of his now. He has yet another fan. Thank You for your time with the site I will visit again. Best of Luck, Tim

Name	Paul A. ()
Date	April 22, 2005 08:36 PM
Location	East Yorkshire
Message	Hi, just read some of the fine comments to Matt; agree with the lot! Such a fine performer; "Portrait Of My Love, From Russia With Love, Walk Away & Softly, As I Leave You are big favourites. My old lady (Mother)has always been a big fan and has the DVD and accompanying Biography Book, they're both superb! Well done to Mickie & Michelle for the discovery and release of "An Evening With ..." I hope it's a huge sucess! =)=)

Name	alun ()
Date	April 08, 2005 08:49 PM
Location	ellesmere port england
Message	I am very sorry if joseph prestileo finds my comments about frank sinatra offensive,no offence was intended but I felt I had to respond to his comments about sinatra having a bigger vocal range than monro,anybody with a fair mind who listens to the song "my way" by sinatra and then listens to matt singing it will realise who has the better voice.There were many great american singers, mel torme,eddie fisher,sammy davis,perry como, all greats and all I am sorry to say better singers than sinatra. A mythology has built up around sinatra that is undeserved, an average singer that did very well for himself for reasons that have been frequently speculated upon if you know what I mean. In saying that I am not antifrank I find his voice pleasant enough and he had the benefit of good material I also agree with joe prestileo that this is not the place to argue, however please dont compare the two singers because matt was simply better, end of story.

Name	Luz Clark ()
Date	April 04, 2005 06:44 PM
Location	Liberty, SC, USA
Message	Can you tell me where can I buy Matt's DVD in the US? Thanks. Luz Clark

Name	Neale Thompson ()
Date	March 31, 2005 12:23 PM
Location	Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, Lancashire
Message	I just want to say a big thank you to Matt's family for making this wonderful DVD possible. I am 37 and cannot recall ever seeing any footage of Matt Monro until now. If only there were more! My parents saw him in 1964...I think it was Burnley, Lancashire.

Name	Peter Thomas
Date	March 29, 2005 03:49 PM
Location	Bournemouth
Message	I had the pleasure of seeing Matt at the Barbican which was his last concert. What a superb man. If only there were more videos available.

Name	MAGGIE MADDOX ()
Date	March 27, 2005 11:12 AM
Location	EAST LONDON
Message	I ABSOLUTELY ADORE MATT MONRO'S VOICE & EACH OF HIS SONGS MATT SINGS IS PERFECTION. WHEN I HEAR HIS VOICE I TREMBLE WHERE HE STIRS SO MANY EMOTIONS INSIDE ME. WALK AWAY IS ONE OF MY FAVOURITES. NO ONE CAN EVER REPLACE HIM. MATT WILL ALWAYS BE MY NO.1 ;)

Name	EDNA HOBBS ()
Date	March 26, 2005 04:14 PM
Location	Birmingham
Message	Enjoyed the dvd so much he really is amazing cant stop playing it it must have been lovely to hear him in person I regret I never had the joy to do so

Name	jean turner ()
Date	March 26, 2005 03:58 PM
Location	england
Message	have fond memories of Terry (Matt) we all grew up together (Brecknock flats Islinton) my dad had a small band used to play at the St, Johns Distillary (pub) and Terry some times gave a tune he also sang at my sisters wedding(this was before he became Matt Monroe) His voice and songs live on

Name	Trevor Aitkenhead ()
Date	March 25, 2005 12:25 AM
Location	Lisburn, N Ireland
Message	Great site. Matt Monro was a superb vocalist - great diction and an easy relaxed style. He could sing anything - brilliantly. He is greatly missed. There are very few of his kind around now. He and Vince Hill are the best male vocalists Britain has produced in the last 40 years.=)=)

Name	Adrian Rogers ()
Date	March 21, 2005 03:07 AM
Location	Australia
Message	Just surfing the Net and stopped in at your Website. What a wonderful singer Matt Monro was. He's still missed after all these years.

Name	John Willis ()
Date	March 20, 2005 10:21 AM
Location	Whickham,Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Message	Just bought the DVD, wonderful,so many happy memories watching Matt again, only wish my wife was still alive to see her favourite singer again.

Name	Alan
Date	March 19, 2005 09:09 PM
Location	Erith Kent
Message	What a brilliant performance in "An evening with Matt Monro". I will watch it many times. Thank you to Matt's family for finding the reel and making this DVD possible.

Name	Pat ()
Date	March 16, 2005 06:40 PM
Location	Manila
Message	Matt is a singer who touches the soul with his rich voice. He is among my favorite singers.=)

Name	Dave
Date	March 16, 2005 05:56 PM
Location	Liverpool
Message	Always loved Matt its a great tribute to him to know that my grandchildren will also be able to get to know and love his voice and music=)=)

Name	Lena & Harry Smith ()
Date	March 14, 2005 10:45 PM
Location	London
Message	An Evening With Matt Monro!! We have watched and enjoyed this incredible piece of history that has proved yet again that Matt was the finest vocalist that Britain ever produced. Absolute magic. The fitting tributes and accolades that were in the accompanying book brought a lump to our throats. What an incredible find this was. Thank you Mickie and Michele. =\|

Name	Darren ()
Date	March 14, 2005 02:13 PM
Message	What an amazing voice! Even my sisters children love his songs, timeless=)

Name	phyliss
Date	March 12, 2005 06:03 PM
Location	U.S.A.
Message	'WOW' reviewed the new one evening with matt monro. want to thank daughter michele for her find. it was a big thrill to watch the dvd; never saw matt in person,or in concert,or tv. i had just his music. my curiosity is over.he was FANTASTIC,very ENTERTAING 1hr of pleasure. THANK YOU MATT. A HUGH FAN.

Name	Amanda ()
Date	March 11, 2005 11:13 PM
Location	Birmingham
Message	Great site, What can be said, it's all been said before, A superb singer who left us far too soon Thanks for the site..

Name	Steve James
Date	March 08, 2005 02:50 PM
Location	Blackpool, UK
Message	Have just spent a wonderful hour watching the newly released DVD. What a star! What a wonderfuol legacy. Today's "artistes" should be made to watch and learn at the feet of the Master!=)

Name	Edgar ()
Date	March 06, 2005 02:08 PM
Location	Cardiff
Message	Just came across your site. I saw Matt in concert in Cardiff in November 1984 just before he died. Lovely man and superb singer. I wrote to him at the theatre and he sent me a lovely autographed photo and a letter of thanks. They don't make 'em like that any more.

Name	Charles
Date	March 06, 2005 12:17 PM
Location	TASMANIA AUSTRALIA
Message	Yes I remember Matt, and he put so much feeling into his songs, I have most of his songs, and it was so sad that he had to die so young, really sad.=\|

Name	Jess ()
Date	March 05, 2005 02:13 PM
Location	Northamptonshire
Message	Great site, excellent resource, thanks for your hard work. MM inspiring and a totally UNIQUE voice (that's right - I'm shouting). Studying MM lets singers hone their skill right down to the real notes and not try to cheat by 'covering' them in some way. I am a 2005 'X Factor' entrant and listen to MM to help me in this way... and boy does he... Thank God his music lives......forever ! Jess.=*

Name	Reg Pearse
Date	March 03, 2005 04:57 PM
Location	York
Message	I met Matt in Palma Nova Mallorca when he was playing the Auditorium in Palma.He was kind enough to furnish me with the English lyrics to Todo Pasara which I requested for a Spanish friend.I duly received them with a friendly covering letter from Mickie, his wife which I still have.What a great and thoughtfull man apart from being a magnificent artist.

Name	Alan Hesketh
Date	March 01, 2005 07:47 PM
Location	Northern England
Message	Had the pleasure of Seeing Matt live, in Bredbury, nr Stockport about 1973/4, superb voice, gone but not forgotton.

Name	Manos Martinis ()
Date	February 27, 2005 06:31 AM
Location	Athens
Message	When I found who was the singer of my favorite song "The music played" was like inventing the wheel!!! The unforgetable Matt Monro! Congratulations for this rich site . His Biografy made me cry specially the last paragraph, while I was listening to my favorite song " The music played" .I hope God took him on his hands and put him beside to sing endlessly with angels in the eternity....

Name	Dave wiseman ()
Date	February 26, 2005 06:13 PM
Location	S.E.LONDON
Message	GOD BLESS MATT THE ONE AND ONLY MALE SINGER FROM THIS COUNTRY ONE IN THE EYE FOR THE YANKS A STLL SADLY MISSED=(=(

Name	Dave wiseman ()
Date	February 26, 2005 06:13 PM
Location	S.E.LONDON
Message	GOD BLESS MATT THE ONE AND ONLY MALE SINGER FROM THIS COUNTRY ONE IN THE EYE FOR THE YANKS A STLL SADLY MISSED=(

Name	Steve Cook
Date	February 22, 2005 08:44 PM
Location	England
Message	Many years ago when I was a milkman in London I can well remember Matt drinking in my local pub and always found him to be a most charming man. He woulkd often join us in conversation and certainly had none of the usual show business 'flash' about him. Seem to remember he had a real nice white Mercedes outside his house and when at home would often invite his regular milkman in for a cuppa !! =)

Name	JOSEPH prestileo ()
Date	February 21, 2005 10:52 PM
Location	North Carolina
Message	I read the remarks presented by alun thomas regarding the gangster backed Frank Sinatra.I have most,if not all of Matt's recordings and likewise all of Frank's and I think they were both great singers.I do not feel this is the media remarks that Mr. Thomas has made, he could not even spell my name. Frank was an singer, actor, academy award winner.He contributed many hours and money to charity. I did not join this club to get into a debating society. Matt Monroe had outside his career problems, however, that is not what this forum is all about. I do not intend to continue my membership and read items like Mr. Thomas has written. These two singers were ICONs and their voices will live forever. Mr. Thomas said Mr. Sinatra got ahead because he was backed by gangsters which was the joke part.Let's listen to great music and leave it at that.

Name	David Cooke ()
Date	February 21, 2005 04:18 PM
Location	Nottingha m U.K.
Message	The Ultimate Matt Monro What greater tribute can be bestowed by ones renowned International Peer Group? than 'Matt Monro - A Singers Singer' The Ultimate Accolade

Name	Michael
Date	February 21, 2005 02:41 AM
Location	Boston,Ma, USA
Message	Matt Monro had one of those rare voices. Almost the same kind of voice of Nat King Cole. Smooth, kind of velvet that just flowed. I see some of the insults to Sinatra, matter of FACT, quote by Sinatra "Matt Monro is my favority english singer" It's quoted on two of his albums. They had different voices. It's a shame that the radio stations that play the good standards are disappearing, since they could be alot of Monro songs played.

Name	Enzo ()
Date	February 17, 2005 05:26 PM
Location	MALTA
Message	great website dedicated to the GREATEST singer England ever produced !

Name	Phil munroe
Date	February 17, 2005 04:19 PM
Location	USA
Message	Was a sinatra in the 40s once I heard Matt sing I haved dreamed, Matt you are the best, Discoved you in 1995 you're voice is to me so WARM,ROMANTIC. Makes me feel at ease on my bad days. FRANK you are OUT. Matt is played in my all day and forever.Thanks Matt for coming in my life. Thanks for your beautful music.Love You.

Name	Mark Fox ()
Date	February 17, 2005 12:58 PM
Location	UK
Message	Just seen the website address in IN TUNE INTERNATIONAL-marvellous to see everything here! Mark Fox-Founder THE INTERNATIONAL TONY BENNETT APPRECIATION SOCIETY

Name	alun thomas
Date	February 16, 2005 10:50 PM
Message	I have just read the remarks of joe prestillo of north carolina who says sinatra had a larger vocal range than matt monro, pardon is this a joke, sinatra was an average, below average in fact after the age of about 40 who only got anywhere because he was owned by gangsters.Joe also says that sinatra and monro were in the same ball park, I assume he means talent wise, wrong wrong wrong, monro had a far better voice, end of story. Its not really fair to compare the two because monro was incomparable,simply the best.

Name	Guy Manrin ()
Date	February 15, 2005 11:22 PM
Location	Cheshire
Message	A superb site and fitting tribute to a true great

Name	Maureen Walsh ()
Date	February 15, 2005 03:14 PM
Location	Liverpool, England
Message	I'm delighted to have found this site. Matt Monro has the best diction and melodious voice of his era. I present a Radio Programme on BBC Radio Merseyside and am always delighted when I have a request for Matt Monro. I had the honour of meeting Mickie Monro at her home some years ago. I saw Matt in cabaret only once. What a big regret. Thanks to a listener to my programme and friends I have a great many of Matt's recordings.

Name	Andrew Parsons ()
Date	February 14, 2005 01:52 AM
Location	Leicester ,England.
Message	Currently researching my PARSONS Family Tree, Matt ( Terence) bears a remarkable resemblance to my Father ,who by coincidence was also a Bus Driver in the late 50's early 60's. Any limks regarding Matts parents - Fredrick and Alice Parsons would be appreciated .

Name	Norma Robinson ()
Date	February 13, 2005 11:36 PM
Location	U.S.
Message	I am very lucky and blessed to have met Matt Monro in person. In the mid-60s, in a national contest conducted in the Philippines to promote his upcoming concert, I won and Matt crowned me as the "Sweetheart of Matt Monro". Among the top prizes were a dinner date with him and a guest appearance on stage. He serenaded me with his "Portrait of My Love" before his thousands of Filipino fans. I now live in the U.S. I cherish the pictures of him crowning me. In a few weeks, I will be visiting London for the first time. Can someone tell me if there is a special place to visit showcasing his works and memorabilias?

Name	MR J HEALEY ()
Date	February 12, 2005 11:47 AM
Location	GRIMSBY
Message	MATT LIVES ON.=)

Name	Mal J Bean
Date	February 08, 2005 02:40 AM
Location	Rhondda, Wales
Message	The song 'Walk Away' still puts a lump in my throat and brings tears to my eyes.

Name	matt sprigg ()
Date	February 07, 2005 08:13 PM
Location	syston,leicester
Message	I ONLY DISCOVERED MATT MONRO AFTER MY DAD DIED AND WE HAD SOFTLY AS I LEAVE YOU AT HIS FUNERAL. WONDERFUL VOICE,I'LL NEVER FORGET THAT DAY!=*(

Name	Maria Clark ()
Date	February 07, 2005 07:09 PM
Location	South Carolina
Message	Matt, twenty years ago has gone by since you departed from us but we still remember you. Your music will live forever!=)

Name	phylissmunnro
Date	February 07, 2005 03:45 PM
Location	newjerseyUSA
Message	Matt You are the best I heard you sing my kind of girl and fell in love with you and your music . I have a collection of your cd'c movies also SINGER SINGERS. I discoverd you in 1994. I will always play your music. 20 years of your passing I wish I could fallowed your carear.

Name	michele.drinkwater ()
Date	February 07, 2005 11:01 AM
Message	matt will always live on through his beautiful voice. many fans miss him,i know i do.=(

Name	Danny McGivern ()
Date	February 05, 2005 11:55 PM
Location	Glasgow Scotland
Message	I just wish Matt was still around I only started to listen to him over the past 15 years, but I know I could never have enough of Matt's work. Matt had so much feeling in his voice by just listening to certain tracks tears come to my eyes he was such a fantastic artist that anyone could believe the song was really about his life. A truely wonderful Artist.

Name	Lena & Harry Smith ()
Date	February 05, 2005 09:52 PM
Location	London
Message	We are great fans of Matt Monro, the greatest male vocalist this country has ever produced. Matt has the "Artist of the week" slot on Ed Stewarts programme tomorrow on B.B.C. Radio 2 at 5pm, an opportunity to request and hear your favourite songs by Matt=)

Name	linda huthmaker ()
Date	February 05, 2005 10:49 AM
Location	torrance, california
Message	I so loved Matt Monroe, who has been gone these 20 years. We lost one of the finest singers in the world, when he passed away. May his songs, and his memory live forever. Having lived in London, for 2 years, when I worked for TWA, I feel a special affinity for this wonderful British man. God's blessings, Matt. Love, Linda Huthmaker=o

Name	Joseph Prestileo ()
Date	February 04, 2005 11:56 AM
Location	North Carolina
Message	I recently seny an Email to A Gleason informing him where he can find the recording " Come sta " . I did not rec a reply so I assume he did not rec it. MM version is on the three CD pack "Moment To Moment" Cd # 2. I hope this helps. I have large collection of MM's reordings including 45's, 33's and most, if not all his CD's and this song appears on two.

Name	Gleason ()
Date	February 03, 2005 09:53 PM
Location	London
Message	Apologies if my comments gave offence - I had assumed the site was an official affair, financed by the MM organisation! As a tribute created by enthusiasts it's a remarkable job - but I stand by my original comments - if I need a track details of a CD Google can indeed help me in half a second, but I need to know original tracks on original LPs - your discography really should do this. Will contact directly and supply you with my MM filmography shortly Best Wishes, Alexander Gleason

Name	Derek Johnston ()
Date	February 03, 2005 05:06 PM
Location	Forfar .Scotland
Message	MattMonro was the singer all other male singers of his generation aspired to be.A talent that comes along once every 50 years or so ,a truley gifted performer and a wonderfull person who has touched millions with his ability to comunicate exactly what the song writers have been trying to say .I feel honered to be to be a fan of matts and comforted in the knowledge that so many of us share this happy condition.the Monro family can rest assured that recognition of MATT S genious will last forever in the hearts of us all

Name	Maria Clark ()
Date	February 03, 2005 04:48 PM
Location	South Carolina, USA
Message	Thank you for this wonderful internet tribute to my favorite singer of all times, Matt Monro. I was in Hongkong that cold day of February, 7 1985 when I heard that Matt died that was really sad. I grew listening to Matt Monro’s music. He is adored by many Filipinos. He was simply the best. Before I came across your website, I only know his music, now I know more about him after reading this wonderful informative tribute about his life and carrier. I cannot wait for that DVD to be release soon. Thanks and God Bless!

Name	A.R.Gleason ()
Date	February 02, 2005 03:30 AM
Location	London
Message	Much as I enjoyed this excellent web-site, I was disappointed on two counts, firstly the discography, which (obviously) lists all the MM recordings, but does not bother to supply track details for the LPs. - I am trying to find which record contains the song 'come sta' (I know Matt recorded it, bec