It’s just a few days until the BBC 4 Radio program (programme) that I got to be a part of will be broadcast on the British airwaves. I was asked some months ago to share about Vernon’s connection to the Kink’s song, Waterloo Sunset, which happens to be 50 years old this very year…just like Vernon! Click here for all the information on the program. If you are in the UK, the broadcast times will be 9:00 and 21.30. For listeners in other countries, the recording will be posted on the Soul Music webpage for our convenience. Some of my friends in the UK have already informed me that they’ve heard my voice on the trailers…which is rather exciting and certainly strange for those who weren’t expecting it. (None of them were.) 🙂
Our friend Ian McGlynn’s song will be included today. It’s still available for your listening pleasure (or donation) here. It’s an extra special version of an already meaningful song.
And here is the original classic:
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It’s just so cool you were invited to do this!
xo
May your God bless, protect and comfort you and your family Allison. I was 12 or 13 years old when this song came out in the UK and it’s still a favourite after all these years. I always listen to the Soul Music programs on Radio 4. The stories are always fascinating and yours has touched me in a way that those who have lost only know.
Take great care.
K
Norfolk
UK
Thank you so much for your note, Ken. I really appreciate it. It’s such a wonderful song, and I loved being able to share Vernon’s love for it too! It was a privilege indeed to be part of the program. Thank you so much for your condolences.
Have just listened to the programme. Grew up in London and have always loved the song. It was inspiring to hear you talk about your children and the power of music and how it can provide such hope. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your message. I am so glad you found our story moving…it was a privilege to share it in such a way. And what a great song to honor too!
wonderful half an hour Allison ..i will now sing out loud when i hear this song (everyone else hold your ears).. Was just wonderful to hear Vern singing along ..who would have thought my brother singing on the radio???
love to you all
ps mum and dad are listening tonight as it is being repeated