Broadcaster Dave Jamieson Dies at 76
The broadcaster, Dave Jamieson, has died in Spain at the age of 76. He had lived there for several years.
Jamieson worked across both BBC and commercial radio stations. He was part of Boom Radio’s launch in 2021.
Early life and BBC work
Born in Edinburgh, Jamieson began in hospital radio as a teenager. He later joined BBC local radio at its first Leicester station.
He also appeared on the BBC Radio 1 Club and presented on BBC Scotland. These roles helped build his national profile.
Commercial radio and station launches
Jamieson held posts at several commercial stations. He worked at BRMB in Birmingham and at Heart.
- Helped launch Radio Clyde in Glasgow.
- Helped launch Mercia Sound in Coventry.
- Joined Viking Radio in Hull from its first day, presenting a programme called Noticeboard.
- Later worked at Radio Tees.
Television and educational broadcasting
In the 1970s he served as an out-of-vision announcer for ATV. He later moved to Central.
His voice was also used nationally during daytime school programming. That work reached large audiences across the UK.
Boom Radio and tributes
Jamieson joined Boom Radio at its 2021 launch and broadcast for the station from Spain. He started on Saturday breakfast before moving to Sunday mornings.
Boom Radio paid tribute to his music knowledge, enthusiasm and long commitment. The station noted he had been a valued team member for five years.
The broadcaster’s colleagues at Boom included Les Ross, Graham Torrington, Andy Marriott, Ron Coles, Quentin Howard and Phil Riley. They said he would be greatly missed.
Legacy
Across decades Jamieson contributed to local and national broadcasting. His voice and programmes touched many listeners.
Filmogaz.com offers condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. His work will be remembered by audiences and peers.
