It's the end of Series 1 and it leaves us reflective about the profound impact of our journey. This intimate exploration of music's healing power has not only touched listeners but also transformed us.

Throughout the series, we welcomed artists and guests who bravely shared their personal stories of struggle and resilience. These conversations, often lasting hours, revealed the depth of human experience and the universal nature of our challenges.

Despite the technical difficulties, the series has already reached more listeners than anticipated. Even if we only reached a few hundred people, the project would have been worthwhile as the impact on both us and everyone involved has been immeasurable.

A striking revelation is the diverse ways we all cope with trauma and daily challenges. "Nobody needs fixing." Instead, our guests highlight the importance of creating safe spaces where we can express ourselves openly and honestly.

We hope the series also shines a light on the crucial work of charities like Nordoff and Robbins and Youth Music UK. These organizations provide vital support and opportunities for vulnerable individuals, using music as a powerful tool for healing and self-expression.

We’re considering the possibility of a second series and eager to hear from you about what worked well and what could be improved. The intimate, in-person format of the first series created a unique atmosphere, but we’re open to exploring new possibilities.

We’ve learned valuable lessons about vulnerability, the power of sharing stories, and the universal language of music. "Songs save people." This encapsulates the heart of the ‘Three Songs that Saved You?’ podcast.

Of course we want to thank everyone involved – from the guests who shared their stories to the listeners who tuned in. They've all created a body of work that will resonate and inspire long after the final episode.

This adventure serves as a testament to the healing power of music and the strength of the human spirit. It reminds us that we're not alone in our struggles and that through sharing our stories and connecting through music, we can find solace, understanding, and hope.

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Urgent support?:

• Samaritans 116 123 for 24-hr conf emotional support
• CALM 0800 58 58 58 (5pm-midnight) support men in the UK.
• CASS 0808 800 8088 (Mon - Thu from 7pm-10pm) women conf/anon support.
• PAPYRUS 0800 068 4141 for confidential advice and support.
• Young Minds 85258 for 24/7 support. Text YM to 85258....

We are delighted to introduce Dave Norgrove, a talented singer songwriter who also happens to have a long standing background working in mental health in a variety of settings. We spent precious time with him in this episode, exploring the profound impact of music on mental health. Dave shares his journey through music, from his early influences to the songs that have shaped his life, particularly during challenging times. The conversation delves into the emotional connections formed through music, highlighting how certain songs can provide solace and understanding during difficult moments. Dave reflects on the significance of artists like Bob Dylan, The Clash, and Nick Cave, illustrating how their music resonated with his experiences and emotions. In this conversation, Dave is good and kind enough to share personal experiences and insights as he discusses his admiration for Nick Cave, his own struggles with addiction and anxiety, and the therapeutic power of music in both personal and professional settings. He is quick to emphasize the importance of creativity, vulnerability, and the healing process and to highlight how music can foster connection and emotional expression. We are extremely grateful for his candor and authenticity and are super proud of this episode.

Music:

"Fool to Cry" by The Rolling Stones
"Stay Free" by The Clash
"Brompton Oratory" by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds

Find Dave Norgrove:

Dave Norgrove on Spotify

Get In Touch

info@musicandtrauma.com
www.instagram.com/musicandtrauma
www.facebook.com/musicandtrauma

Altruism :) - if you like what you hear, please consider supporting these hard-working charities

Donate to Youth Music
Donate to Nordoff and Robbins

In crisis, or require urgent help or support? - there are people you can call:

• Samaritans on 116 123 for 24-hour confidential emotional support
• CALM on 0800 58 58 58 (5pm-midnight) support men anywhere in the UK.
• CASS on 0808 800 8088 (Mon - Thu from 7pm-10pm) for women looking for confidential and anonymous self-injury support.
• PAPYRUS on 0800 068 4141 (Weekdays from 10am-10pm, Weekends from 2pm-10pm, Bank Holidays from 2pm-5pm) for confidential advice and support.
• Young Minds on 85258 for 24/7 crisis support. Text YM to 85258.

Adam has to be the least assuming musical talent we know and perhaps have ever met. His humility is profound and his musical gifts have served many well known artists, enriching and fortifying their greatest songs. He is a uniquely attuned and brilliant guitar player and his own sublime body of work, the album ‘Let It Go’, has so far largely gone unnoticed by the mainstream. It’s the kind of music, like the man himself, that will soothe your system and we've no hesitation in saying that his songs are certainly classics, as yet uncovered.

Adam was generous enough to share, candidly, just how music has been a steady support for him personally, throughout his life and today. A very private man, he rarely gives interviews, so we were thrilled that he took the time to join us on this episode of the podcast.

Adam shares his early musical influences, the role music played for him during his emotional struggles and how songwriting is an outlet. The conversation also delves into the shared experiences of listeners and artists alike, emphasising the importance of music to promote emotional healing. He reflects on the specific songs that affect him deeply and was wide open to share important moments and experiences of music, evoking feelings of connection and understanding and how that helps, when life gets really hard.

Music:

"Weary Blues from Waiting" by Hank Williams
"Simple Twist of Fate" by Bob Dylan
"One Step Up" by Bruce Springsteen

Find Adam:

"Let it Go" (album) by Adam Phillips

Wikipedia

Get In Touch

info@musicandtrauma.com
www.instagram.com/musicandtrauma
www.facebook.com/musicandtrauma

Altruism :) - if you like what you hear, please consider supporting these hard-working charities

Donate to Youth Music
Donate to Nordoff and Robbins

In crisis, or require urgent help or support? - there are people you can call:

• Samaritans on 116 123 for 24-hour confidential emotional support
• CALM on 0800 58 58 58 (5pm-midnight) support men anywhere in the UK.
• CASS on 0808 800 8088 (Mon - Thu from 7pm-10pm) for women looking for confidential and anonymous self-injury support.
• PAPYRUS on 0800 068 4141 (Weekdays from 10am-10pm, Weekends from 2pm-10pm, Bank Holidays from 2pm-5pm) for confidential advice and support.
• Young Minds on 85258 for 24/7 crisis support. Text YM to 85258.