Brian Saunders

Brian Saunders first joined Vectis Radio in 2014, bringing with him a lifelong passion for the music of the 1960s and a style of broadcasting that was warm, knowledgeable and full of personality. Although he wasn't on air every week, he became a much-loved part of the station, recording more than 60 programmes before his sad passing.

Brian had the spirit of the great pirate radio DJs - all the enthusiasm, energy and love of the music, just without the parrot and the wooden leg. His knowledge of the 60s and indeed the 70's was remarkable, but it was his genuine warmth and infectious passion that made every programme such a pleasure to hear.

Brian was taken from us far too soon, but his legacy lives on through the wonderful collection of programmes he left behind. We are honoured to share them once again on Vectis Radio every Friday evening from 7pm to 9pm.

We hope you'll tune in, enjoy the music, and remember a broadcaster who loved every minute behind the microphone. We think Brian would be delighted to know that, through these recordings, he's still bringing great music, great memories and plenty of smiles to listeners across the Isle of Wight.

• YouTube Content Creator Leon Fraser chats to Dave Mac, Ross and George

  Leon popped in to chat about creating content on YouTube, including his initial drive was to improve with his mental health and now it’s turned into a passion.Check out his YouTube channels via these links
  https://www.youtube.com/@AOBTheBSide
  https://www.youtube.com/@redsaob

• Dadina Sagger from Isle of Wight Film Fixers and Island People Agency chats to Dave Mac, Ross and George

  We had Dadina from Isle of Wight Film Fixers and Island People Agency come in for a chat to talk about what they do and how to get involvedCheck out these links for more info
  https://islandpeople.co.uk/
  https://iowfilmfixers.co.uk/

• Maggie talks in depth to Sue Biss, Federation Chair of the Isle of Wight WI.

• Now Only Band chat with Amy and Kitty about their music and the fundraiser they are taking part in

  Aneirin, Leo, Patrik and Archie popped into the studio to chat with us about their band , their music , their influences and the fundraiser for the charity War Child they are taking part in .
  As part of this they have a video on their social media pages as well as information about the fundraising gigs.
  There is a live stream tonight too (9th July 2026)
  For more information head to their social media pages and please consider donating to their fabulous fundraiser

• Emma Summers chatting about the Independent Living Show with Amy and Kitty

  Emma Summers popped into the studio to chat with Amy and Kitty about the Independent Living Show taking place on Sunday 11th July from 10 am to 3 pm at the Isle of Wight Steam Railway.
  Showcasing businesses, services and charities who aid independent living at home.
  For more information phone 01983 218318

• Macca Chats to Charlie Wild about The Railwayman

  Tickets for the Ventnor Fringe https://purchase.vfringe.co.uk/EventAvailability?EventId=44201  more at www.charliewild.co.uk

• Macca Chats to Jonathan and Charles about Experience Cowes

  Macca Chats to Jonathan and Charles about Experience Cowes

• The Crafty Caulkhead pops in to chat to Dave Mac and Ross

  The Crafty Caulkhead popped in to chat to Dave Mac and Ross on the Wednesday Afternoon Show about the story behind the stickmen and why it's important to get out on walks and create crafty things.