John Leech (disc jockey)
John Leech is a radio presenter in Essex UK known for his award winning radio shows. He began his career in the music library at Capital Radio in London in the 1980s. He became the early morning host on Capital Radio and also DJ'd at Capital Radio's Best Disco In Town.
Leech joined Essex Radio in 1986 where he gained notoriety over a 15 year spell on air. His evening soul shows set all time record audience figures for the station.
John Leech has won 12 World Radio Awards for his programmes, including 4 Gold Medals at The New York Festivals, for excellence in professional broadcasting. He also created The Essex Soul Night Specials, along with Dave Gregory, Chris Best and Tony Monson. These live shows attracted over 250,000 people in the late 80's.
In 2000, John left Essex FM and went on to work for Dream 107 in Chelmsford and Invicta Radio. He is currently on air with Time 107.5 in East London and he can also be heard on BBC Essex.