During the 1960’s Rod Mckuen became one of the most successful singer songwriter poets of his generation. His story is a truly marvelous and inspiring one as he rose from an abusive upbringing to become one of the highest selling artists of his time. He was often accused of being too sickly sweet in his words and singing but that never stopped him from creating some beautiful words and songs.

Emily’s spoken word reminded me of him and whilst this mix is also well dosed in honey and treacle it is also a reminder of the two sides of love.

We can do without some human attributes but if we lose the love in our soul we will truly be lost