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ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย 2026 GIG GUIDE UPDATED: - OCT' 16 2025
Funeral arrangements for the Celebration of John Wallworkโs life - All Welcome
3pm Tues 21st October at Agecroft Crematorium
Langley Road, Pendlebury, Swinton, Manchester M27 8SS
Wake - Langworthy Legion, Langworthy Road
Dresscode - The family will not be wearing black suites or ties, so please do not feel the need to.
Family flowers only (if you wish to make a donation, they will be going to the British Heart Foundation)
And from the family... Thanks again for all the kind words and support offered and given, itโs been greatly appreciated xxxx
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden death of our Drummer and dear friend John Wallwork. John passed away on the morning of September 26. John was with the Persuaders these past 11 years and regularly stood in prior to that.ย
Myself, Jeff, Paul, Martin, Chris and all our families are truly devastated by this sad news. John was the nicest guy you could ever wish to meet. He truly had a heart of gold and made time for everyone. He was an amazing drummer and friend, dedicated like no other. We are truly thankful for John being in our lives. He made The Persuaders what we are these past 11 years and of course 'Rock Back The Clock'.ย Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Mal, all the family and everyone who was blessed to know him. John was the father of our band.ย
Rest easy brother. We will always Love and Miss You. xxxx
Colin Paul and The Persuaders were formed in the summer of 1995. They have enjoyed 30 years performing their blend of late 50โs early 60โs Rock โnโ Roll music. For many years now they have been on top of the UKโs thriving Rock โnโ Roll scene. They have spent a great deal of time performing regularly at well know clubs, pubs, dance halls and theatres up and down the country and promptly being rebooked wherever they play. The Persuaders Rock โnโ Roll show is a must for all dancers. Playing the jiving standards of the era as well as their own compositions. Guaranteed to keep the dance floor full all evening. As well as being a great Rock 'n' Roll outfit they are also well established as a fitting Tribute act to Elvis Presley and Billy Fury in a show called... A TALE OF TWO KINGS.ย
Every theatre they have played with this show has been a sell-out. Lookout for new tour dates of this great show in 2023.
Colin's Career has taken him and The Persuaders to Greece, Spain, Denmark, Germany as well as many more European Countries
and of course since 2001 Colin has been walking in the footsteps of The King in Memphis. His sell-out show's in Elvis's hometown and back yard speak for themselves.
So if you want a fun filled Rock โnโ Roll Night out, then come and take a trip down memory lane while creating new ones and be PERSUADED TO ROCK by one of the hottest rock 'n' bands around.