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.

• The Dance Monkeys chatted to Dave Mac, Ross and George

  The Dance Monkeys venture to the Isle of Wight from Tenerife every year to perform live for the whole of Cowes Week. We had the pleasure of having them pop by to chat last year and they have come back for another catch up.

• Maggie talks in depth to JD Viette. CEO of Sight for Wight.

  Maggie talks to JD about his life and career.

• Vectis Radio at the Chale show - Adrian from IW Freemasonry

  Adrian tells Kelvin about Freemasonry on the Isle of Wight.

• Maggie & Kelvin talk to Mark from the IW Cat Centre

  Mark updates us on the latest news from the Cat Centre.

• Maggie & Kelvin talk to Lucy the Radio Accountant

  Lucy has a lot of good information for busineses about tax.

• Maggie & Kelvin talk to property law solicitor Owen White.

  Owen describes the Land Registry Alert Service.

• Vectis Radio at the 2026 Chale Show - Michelle Koppany of IW Pride

  Vectis alumni Michelle of IW Pride speaks to the station about IW Pride at the Chale Show.

• Vectis Radio at the 2026 Chale Show - Chatting with Wight Forces