Songs My Son Loved

As part of BBC Music Day, Jeremy Vine talks to the mothers of four soldiers who died in conflict and asks them to share their memories through the music their sons loved to listen to.

Each woman tells the story of her son’s life and death by exploring the songs that were significant to him, providing a moving and ultimately uplifting account of a mother’s love for a boy who grew up but never had the chance to grow old.

Jeremy meets Sarah from Cwmbran in South Wales. Her son James was killed aged 21 while driving his Warrior vehicle in Helmand Province. Featuring the music of Bon Jovi, Eminem and Nelly, Sarah reflects on her memories of her son and his unexpected choice of music for his funeral.

BBC Music Day is a UK-wide annual celebration of music that aims to unite communities and generations through their love of music. The theme for this year’s BBC Music Day is the power of music - to bring people together, to enhance feelings of well-being and to create unforgettable memories.

• Presenter: Jeremy Vine
• Producer: Eleanor Kifvel for the BBC

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