Musician James Blunt joins BBC Six Music's Matt Everett for a conversation that quickly becomes very, very not safe for work. They discuss his filthy, funny, and possibly fictional memoir 'Loosely Based on a Made Up Story.' Blunt shares personal stories including a chaotic night at Le Doux nightclub in LA, supporting soldiers and veterans through Help for Heroes, and a moving experience of singing with Iam Tongi on American Idol. He also talks about his wedding adventure in Ibiza and the meaning behind his albums and personal songs.
Owning a pub called The Fox and Fesent in Chelsea has been the best thing James Blunt has done, providing a place of relaxation to enjoy with friends and a cool beer.
Success is not solely about fame and fortune, but about having a passion for what you do, staying true to yourself, and appreciating the small joys in life.
James Blunt expresses gratitude for Help for Heroes and highlights the importance of supporting veterans and their families, both physically and mentally in their well-being.
Deep dives
The Joy of Owning a Pub
James Blunt talks about owning a pub called The Fox and Fesent in Chelsea. He describes it as the best thing he's ever done and a place where he can relax and enjoy a cool beer. He talks about how he loves having his own table in the pub and how it's a great place to hang out with friends.
Reflecting on Mistakes and Success
James Blunt shares his thoughts on mistakes and the pursuit of success. He acknowledges that he has made mistakes along the way but believes that success is about more than fame and fortune. He emphasizes the importance of having a passion for what you do and staying true to yourself. He encourages others to follow their dreams and appreciate the small joys in life.
The Impact of Help for Heroes
James Blunt expresses his gratitude and support for Help for Heroes, an organization that provides support to veterans and their families. He highlights the importance of helping those who have served and sacrificed for their country, acknowledging the role of the public in supporting such charities. He emphasizes the need to address the physical and mental well-being of veterans and their families.
Memorable Encounters with Lindsay Lohan and Paparazzi
The speaker recalls a memorable encounter with Lindsay Lohan, where they were chased by paparazzi and ended up at Jamie Foxx's hotel room. The speaker also shares an incident involving a clogged hotel toilet and their desperate attempt to resolve the situation by seeking advice from Bear Grylls. These anecdotes highlight the chaotic nature of fame and the bizarre situations the speaker found themselves in.
Dealing with Tabloids and Protecting Family
The speaker discusses their parents' involvement in a violent altercation and their subsequent struggle with the tabloids. They recount an incident where a journalist wanted to exploit their parents' heroic act, causing distress for the family. This highlights the negative impact of media intrusion and the need for privacy and protection for those in the public eye.
The pop star James Blunt has written a memoir about his life as one of the biggest acts of the noughties: a memoir that is filthy, funny, and quite possibly a fantasy. It's called Loosely Based on a Made Up Story. He joined us for an In Conversation event with BBC 6 Music's Matt Everitt last year: a conversation that quickly became very, very, not safe for work...