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Soul Music

BBC Radio 4
Grief
Mental Health
I Can See Clearly Now
Music
Johnny Nash
Cancer
Nick Drake
Benedictus
Robert Burns
Ae Fond Kiss
Someone To Watch Over Me
Hope
Love
Childhood
Lockdown
Tiny Dancer
Bill Withers
Lovely Day
Sailing By
Ayrshire

Series about pieces of music with a powerful emotional impact

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Latest Episodes

How did the greats become the greats? And what did it cost them to get there? Legend is the award-winning music biography series from BBC Radio 4 exploring the lives of pioneering artists who shaped modern music.

In Legend: The Bruce Springsteen Sto... more

The Mexican pianist and composer Consuelo Velázquez was only 16 years old when she wrote Bésame Mucho, and she was yet to have her first kiss.

Composer and conductor Odaline de la Martinez remembers hearing the song on the radio as a child in Cuba.... more

"May you never lay your head down without a hand to hold / May you never make your bed out in the cold."

A perfect folk song of brotherly affection, with simply voice and guitar, John's Martyn's May You Never has captured listeners' hearts since 197... more

Burns began a correspondence with Agnes McElhose, also known as Clarinda and Nancy, a married woman he was besotted with. When she left Scotland to reunite with her husband he wrote Ae Fond Kiss as a heartfelt farewell. It was later set to music and ... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Van Zandt
Guitarist and member of Bruce Springsteen's band
Episode: Introducing - Legend: The Bruce Springsteen Story
Karen Matheson
Singer with the folk band Capercaillie
Capercaillie
Episode: Ae Fond Kiss by Robert Burns
Seonaid Aitken
Violinist, singer, and composer from Scotland
Episode: Ae Fond Kiss by Robert Burns
Professor Sir Geoff Palmer
Chancellor of the Harriet Watt University
Harriet Watt University
Episode: Ae Fond Kiss by Robert Burns
Joan Donaldson
Author and organic blueberry farmer
Episode: Ae Fond Kiss by Robert Burns
Carly Mercedes Dyer
West End and regional theatre performer
Episode: America
Judy Collins
Singer and collaborator with Joan Baez
Episode: Diamonds and Rust
John Stewart
Retired storyteller and personal relating to the themes of the song
Episode: Diamonds and Rust
Edith Hall
Auschwitz survivor and classical scholar
Episode: Diamonds and Rust

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • 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 Podcasts
    5
    Futless24
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best podcast ever

    I absolutely adore this podcast. May it never end

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Schehade
    France3 months ago
  • Mixed Feelings

    So far I've only listened to two episodes of this podcast.

    Sailing By, Only Just Begun - Both episodes were interesting, and well presented. Sadly for 'Only just begun the episode features a couple of versions that are terrible, one of which sounded like it was being played at the wrong speed! The Carpenters version is so very very good - Karen's singing, Richards arrangement - that we really don't need the other versions with which to compare.

    In summary, as, I guess, is inevitable some of the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    EdPeters2
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Incredible

    This recurring series is incredible. Every episode is well presented, intriguing, can make you laugh and more often than not, cry.

    Its introduced me to new music and made me love some music I know even deeper. Outstanding show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kjp2424johannes
    United States7 months ago
  • I came across this by accident

    I stumbled upon this by chance, but I stayed on purpose. It was a fascinating blend of soothing music and storytelling.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ✨IvyD
    United States8 months ago

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Some feedback indicates a desire for more diverse musical representation and a broader range of cultural contexts in future episodes.
Many listeners enjoy the blend of personal narratives and music history, highlighting the unique insights offered by guests.
Listeners appreciate the deep emotional resonance of the stories shared, often finding them moving and relatable.
The storytelling format has been praised for its ability to connect listeners to their own experiences with music in poignant ways.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Soul Music

What is Soul Music about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the profound emotional connections people have with various pieces of music, this series features deeply personal stories that reveal the impact of songs on individuals' lives. Each episode focuses on a specific song or piece, with guests sharing anecdotes that highlight memories of love, loss, joy, and healing. From iconic ballads to lesser-known melodies, the content encourages listeners to reflect on their own relationships with music and the emotions it evokes. The podcast stands out for its authentic storytelling and the breadth of musical genres covered, offering insights that resonate across diverse audience experiences.

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1. Desert Island Discs
2. Private Passions
3. Great Lives
4. This Cultural Life
5. Last Word

How many episodes of Soul Music are there?

Soul Music launched 13 years ago and published 172 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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Recent guests on Soul Music include:

1. Stephen Van Zandt
2. Karen Matheson
3. Seonaid Aitken
4. Professor Sir Geoff Palmer
5. Joan Donaldson
6. Carly Mercedes Dyer
7. Judy Collins
8. John Stewart

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