James Leonard & Timmy Long
James Leonard & Timmy Long
#178 Burkie and his father David burke: Dealing with loss through music
#178 Burkie and his father David burke: Dealing with loss through music
#178 Burkie and his father David burke: Dealing with loss through music
Friday 27th October 2023
Join Burkie on 'The Two Norries Podcast' as he shares how music helped him cope with loss and promote mental health awareness.
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Episode Overview
- Burkie's music became a form of escape and coping mechanism during his mother's illness
- The song 'We Ain't Mad at Ya' serves as a heartfelt tribute to a friend lost to suicide
- Burkie's experience highlights the lasting impact of suicide and the need for greater awareness
- Art and community support have been instrumental in Burkie's healing process
- His story sheds light on the resilience and emotional depth of youth in the face of profound loss
I lost my friend to a suicide I wish he never died when the news broke a whole town cried it took some strength to make it the pain i'll never shake it time makes you stronger so you know that we ain't mad at you
What happens when a teenager channels his grief into music? Meet Aidan Burke, better known as 'Burkie', a 15-year-old hip-hop artist from Bandon, Ireland. In this heartfelt episode of 'The Two Norries Podcast', Burkie opens up about how music became his lifeline during some of the darkest times in his young life. When his mother fell gravely ill and spent 73 days in the ICU, Burkie found solace in creating music.
But it was the tragic loss of his close friend, Rían De Brún, to suicide that truly shaped his artistic journey. His song 'We Ain't Mad at Ya' is a touching tribute to Rían, released on the first anniversary of his friend's passing. Recorded at M.5 sound studio with the help of COCO and featuring a poignant vocal hook by N'D, the track has struck a chord with many, including Rían's family and friends.
In this episode, Burkie and his father, David, share their story, emphasizing the importance of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Their candid conversation with hosts James Leonard and Timmy Long highlights the therapeutic power of music and the vital need for open discussions about mental health. If you're looking for a moving story of resilience and the healing power of art, this episode is not to be missed.