CrownTalentMG Make sure to tune into @BBCR1 9-10pm tonight to catch @JadeEwen contribution to 'Let Me Into The Music' 6:34 PM - 14 MayTranscript from Jade's contribution
Nihal: But it’s not just the average punter who feels this way- here’s someone who knows more than most about what it takes
to get the best out of a gig…
MUSIC BED- Sugababes No More You
Jade Ewen: Hi, this is Jade Ewen. I’m a member of the Sugababes. Erm, well basically my sister and I grew up
as young carers,
as young carers,
for my parents.
My Dad is fully blind and my Mum is partially sighted but in more recent years, my Mum developed another condition
called Myasthenia,
called Myasthenia,
which affects her immune system and sort of her muscles and her ability to walk about freely.
Music has been so important to my life, but definitely my family’s lives, like it’s our main source of entertainment
in the household,
in the household,
music is something that we can all share equally. Trying to take them to concerts or any music
events, it’s difficult.
The last thing I invited my family to was our album launch, and it was really lovely for them,
because I was able to make sure they were really taken care of, they were seated right at the front,
erm, he was able to bring his guide dog, so they got to enjoy their evening stress free for a change.
Oh, to be honest, if I wasn’t there making sure that everything was taken care of,
they don’t tend to go to any events or anything- it’s just not worth the hassle. They’d rather either just listen to it on
the radio
the radio
or buy a CD (laughs)! Which isn’t nice, but, it’s the truth, it’s just, I just, yeah, it’s difficult.
Nihal: I’m Nihal and this is Let Me Into the Music- the story of whether live music really is open to everyone- on
BBC Radio 1
BBC Radio 1
Jade speaks at 35.18
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