Peel Acres: John Peel Remembered

Jarvis Cocker remembers John Peel a decade after his death and talks to his wife Sheila Ravenscroft in their family home.

They look at his legacy in the form of the record collection which shaped the musical taste of the nation, now being put online.

Plus a visit to the John Peel Arts Centre in Stowmarket which, in the Peel tradition, is bringing fresh talent to the public.

Featuring:

* Desert Island Discs – John Peel:

Radio 1’s music guru John Peel looks back over his life and career sharing his castaway choices with Sue Lawley. From January 1990.

* Home Truths:

John Peel presents an edition of Radio 4’s series showcasing the extraordinary stories of ordinary people. From October 2004.

Broadcaster John Peel died on 25th October 2004 aged 65. He championed British music for nearly 40 years on his late-night Radio 1 show. His uncompromising encouragement of new talent transformed the face of music all the way from hippy to house. From 1998, he became the presenter of Radio 4's Home Truths until his death.

Producer: Harry Parker.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 Extra in October 2014.

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