About John Tams

John Tams described by Mojo as "one of the ultimate British songwriters" has had a career spanning four decades in every medium. A member of the Albion Band and Home Service he is perhaps best known for his work at the National Theatre and as Rifleman Daniel Hagman in the Sharpe television series. He is a five times winner of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. You can listen to John on his MYSPACE page or on FACEBOOK

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WarHorse - the movie

23/Jan/2012
The film opens on Friday, January 13th 2012. John is hosting a premiere at The Quad in Derby and introducing the film. He will be talking about his work on the film, visiting the Wiltshire location and being asked to contribute ideas and music. He worked alongside Spielberg and composer John Williams. Of course, John is the Songmaker for the show - a major hit in the West End, on Broadway and due to open in Toronto in February. The event is now SOLD OUT.

WarHorse - the movie

23/Jan/2012
If you go to see the movie then listen out for John singing Scarlet and the Blue. You could also be the last person in the cinema and wait for his name to come up on the roller- it's shortly after catering and goose trainers!!

Home Service

12/Jan/2012
Home Service is nominated for two Folk Awards - Best Band and Best Live Act. Very exciting and the results will be announced at a ceremony at The Lowry in Manchester on February 8th.
 

January 23rd 2009

John was delighted to be made an Honorary Doctor of Letters by his home county university, the University of Derby, presented by His Grace, the Duke of Devonshire.

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John Tams Presents

The Definitive Collection

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Gigs

John's next appearence:
25/May/12 - Hailsham Pavilion with JOE TOPPING
More dates here

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