Soul Music
BBC Radio 4Series about pieces of music with a powerful emotional impact.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 178 | Founded | 14 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music CommentaryMusic | |||
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Neil Diamond's Sweet Caroline was released in 1969, but it wasn't until the 1990s that it became a theme song for the Boston Red Sox, spreading to other other countries and sports, including the England football team. Danielle Capalbo is a Red Sox fa... more
Rasputin was a massive disco hit for the British-German Caribbean group Boney M in 1978. Nearly fifty years later it remains a much loved symbol of happiness and freedom for a a truly global audience. This edition of Soul Music features stories from ... more
"When the rain is blowing in your face / And the whole world is on your case / I could offer you a warm embrace / To make you feel my love"
Written by Bob Dylan for his Time Out of Mind album, 'Make You Feel My Love' went on to become a huge hit for... more
Marking 25 years of the award-winning series, Soul Music features songs from the last 25 years.
“I tried to drink it away... I tried to run it away...” Solange’s hit song, written in 2008 and released eight years later, muses on themes of isolation... more
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- Pure joy
Nothing, absolutely nothing makes me happier than listening to this podcast.
Apple Podcasts5dmwlos
United States7 months ago - Soul food
This is what I reach for when I need to be soothed and engaged and when I need help to reflect and reset. I often listen to episodes several times even! Thank you for sharing the bigger stories around the music we love and the people it impacts.
Apple Podcasts5cathmok
Australia7 months ago - This podcast
Is tonic for the soul. Stick an episode on, sit back, listen to great tracks & smile :)
Apple Podcasts5Nath_74
United Kingdom10 months ago - Lovely podcast
So much music knowledge and impact in these stories of both the creators of the music and the regular people who it’s special to. To the makers of this show, thank you all. What you are doing is very special and gives hope in confusing times.
Apple Podcasts5Futless24United Statesa year ago - Best podcast ever
I absolutely adore this podcast. May it never end
Apple Podcasts5Schehade
Francea year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #58 | United States/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #4 | United Kingdom/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #11 | United Kingdom/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #79 |  Canada/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #8 | Australia/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #20 |  Germany/Music/Music Commentary |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Soul Music
What is Soul Music about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This series centers on music wielding strong emotional resonance, weaving together personal narratives, cultural context, and the stories behind familiar songs. Episodes spotlight how songs shape memory, identity, and connection—often through first-person accounts, expert commentary, and intimate conversations about what makes certain tracks lasting. The format tends to blend music analysis with human experience, offering gentle storytelling and a broad emotional arc that can feel both soothing and thought-provoking for listeners who crave depth, nuance, and a soundtrack to everyday life. A standout trait is its ability to transform well-known tunes into windows onto people's lives, histories, and communities, making it a compelling listen ... more
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4. Last Word
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How many episodes of Soul Music are there?
Soul Music launched 14 years ago and published 178 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on Soul Music?
Recent guests on Soul Music include:
1. Liz Mitchell
2. Sweta Amit
3. The Ayoub Sisters
4. Anahita Tishtar
5. Eric Ngalle Charles
6. Stephen Van Zandt
7. Karen Matheson
8. Seonaid Aitken
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