Johnny Hates Jazz but CYInterview Loves Clark Datchler: Singer Talks about Hit Shattered Dreams, Comparison to George Michael, Future of Band’s Music, More
Music group Johnny Hates Jazz captured people’s attention with their 1988 hit Shattered Dreams. The song went to number one on Billboard’s Adult Contemporary Chart and number two on the Billboard Board Hot 100 Chart. The catchy tune can still be heard on the radio today.
Johnny Hates Jazz is originally from the London, England and their lead vocalist/songwriter, Clark Datchler, penned their hit Shattered Dreams. Back when the song was a hit, some were comparing Mr. Datchler to the late, great George Michael.
Today, Johnny Hates Jazz has a new album. It is scheduled for release in the Spring of 2020. The band continues to perform their music worldwide. There is a possibility that the group will tour the United States for the first time in many years. Will they come to Las Vegas? Only time will tell.
Recently, Clark Datchler joined us on CYInterview, calling in from his recording studio just south of London, to talk about the new music ahead for Johnny Hates Jazz, as well as to reflect back on the band’s rise in the 80s music scene, how he survived cancer, how the band got their name and his hopes for their music today.
You can read the highlights and listen to the entire 20 minute CYInterview below: