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Post by Novim on Jan 13, 2015 11:52:38 GMT -5
A producer with BBC Radio 4 has contacted me who is making a thirty minute music documentary about ‘The First Cut is the Deepest’.
The programme will be part of a series called ‘Soul Music’ which isn’t (as the name suggests) about soul music, rather it’s about pieces of music that never fail to move people emotionally.
They are hoping to have an interview with Cat Stevens/Yusuf, and have already arranged one with PP Arnold.
They are requesting stories from ‘ordinary’ people who associate the song with particular events in their lives. Most probably these will be stories of heartbreak.
They are keen to receive well-told anecdotes, to which the song forms a backdrop.
If you could possibly help in providing any such stories down, that would be great.
Best to all,
Chris
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Post by Novim on Jan 15, 2015 19:00:49 GMT -5
As this disappears further down the board, could I please request anyone to help???
Thanks,
Chris
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2015 1:20:23 GMT -5
Sorry Chris, I guess I never had any personal heartbreak love stories; I suppose that's a good thing.
So when I hear "The First Cut is the Deepest" it causes me to think of the many times someone has said something sharp and hurtful to me. It's particularly hard when remarks like that come from a person you have to deal with day to day, such as a co-worker or significant "other". You just have to keep calm and carry on and "try to love again". That is how the song relates to me.
I love the song by the way, even if I don't identify with the backstory on a personal level. The melody is gorgeous.
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Post by richina on Jan 16, 2015 20:42:34 GMT -5
I don't guess I have any "heartbreak" stories either. The song is wonderful, of course, but doesn't hold any special significance for me. Now if you want to talk about "How Can I Tell You"....well then, I may have some chatting to do!  Sorry I'm no help.  PS Welcome to the group Harrysong!!  |
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Post by aurarisma on Jan 17, 2015 0:12:48 GMT -5
hmmmmmm
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Post by richina on Jan 18, 2015 12:43:39 GMT -5
So Aura...pray tell, what are you mulling over??   |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2015 13:02:11 GMT -5
I'm hoping that, unlike you and I, she has a story related to the song, and is not just humming!
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Post by Uruguayo on Apr 28, 2015 12:45:41 GMT -5
Very interesting program. Here it is: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b05s2x2kFirst Cut Is the Deepest
Soul Music, Series 20 Episode 3 of 5
Long before it was a worldwide hit for Rod Stewart, the Cat Stevens song 'First Cut is the Deepest' made a name for the former Ike and Tina Turner backing singer, PP Arnold. In an interview for Soul Music she describes the emotional connection she felt to the lyrics, having emerged from an abusive marriage shortly before recording it.
Also contributing to the programme is the song's original producer, Mike Hurst. He describes how he achieved the huge 'wall of sound' production using double drums, a huge string section, and a harp instead of a guitar to play the signature riff at the the start of the track.
There are many personal stories associated with the track: Carsten Knauff recalls a childhood sweetheart - his first true love - and explains why the Cat Stevens' version brings back bitter-sweet memories for him.
Rosemarie Purdy saw PP Arnold give an extraordinary live rendition at a club in Portsmouth in 1967. Never before had she seen such a heartfelt, emotionally charged performance. It's something she's never forgotten.
The Sheryl Crow version reminds Rachel Batson of a very difficult phase in her life; it's a song she says reflects her own faith journey.
And former Radio Caroline DJ, Keith Hampshire, describes the circumstances that led to him having a No.1 hit with the song in Canada. It was the first time 'First Cut' reached No.1 anywhere in the world. |
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