Presenters: Jonathan Brewer
Jon used to work in a piano factory and, since meeting Simon Bates on the Radio One Roadshow (that visited the factory in the late 80s) Jon was inspired to do something with music and media. It was in the 90s, when he was a drummer in a band that did various gigs from festivals to prisons, where music mission and ministry was fuelled. During this time, he began writing worship songs and, after an experience with the Holy Spirit, starting leading worship and preaching. This new fire led to his album release in 1999 - "Immersed in Love" was independently released and opened doors to appear both on radio, TV and in print.
Jon travelled to the Gateshead Studios of God TV in 2001 to be interviewed and perform live on "The Dream On TV" - a radio show with TV cameras! Revolutionary back then before social media and video podcasts. Jon was also interviewed by veteran broadcaster, Mike Shaft, on another episode of the show. Cross Rhythms magazine reviewed the album as very good and tracks were played on Cross Rhythms radio, UCB & Premier Radio.
After relocating to Wales, in mid 2001, he concentrated on worship ministry, leading at conferences and even visiting Poland on a mission team. More recently, he had a Sunday morning show, "Raise The Praise", on local Pure West Radio and, occasionally, covers for the Live & Kicking show.
In the last few years he trained at Cardiff Baptist College and was ordained as a minister of a chapel near Milford Haven. A keen poet, Jon's poetry has been published in The Baptist Times, Inspire Magazine, online - on The Broken Church - and Poetry Lovers Facebook page (that has 3 million followers!). Following a serious medical emergency in 2025 and surviving a blood clot, Jon had a rest from ministry and is currently back on the radio with Wynne Evans (the Go Compare man) and Pure 247 Radio.
Favourite Band
It has to be U2. And maybe Coldplay (because of the song writing themes and interesting melodies)
Favourite Genre of Music
This is really difficult to answer, but I do love 80's, especially the synth pop sound. I am partial to be a bit of Rock, but equally a calming classical music piece is often welcome.
Favourite Author:
C.S. Lewis - because his words paint pictures in my mind.
Pro beard, or not?
Whatever floats your boat.
What 3 songs have to be on your playlist?
1. Pride (In the name of love) - U2
2. Way it is - Bruce Hornsby
3. Listen to the music - The Doobie Brothers