New York City is home to more than twice the population of any other U.S. city, so when a story makes headlines there, it usually means it’s something big. But for Scott Caddell, the reason his son’s name appeared in the news was devastating.
First, Scott lost his oldest son to a brutal and widely publicized murder. Then, years later, his younger son died from fentanyl poisoning. Long before either tragedy, Scott was battling his own addiction, a struggle that began when he was still a kid.
On this episode of Grieving Out Loud, Scott opens up about the heartbreak no parent should ever have to endure. He talks candidly about addiction, grief, the lessons he learned too late, and how he is still putting one foot in front of the other, even after losing so much.
MEET THE GUEST
Scott Caddell
Scott Caddell has spent over 40 years in the music industry as a bassist, vocalist, and business owner in New York City. He and his wife, Joan, a singer-songwriter, use music as a way to cope with the loss of their two sons, Chris and Ian. Scott credits music with keeping him alive through grief and finds comfort in sharing stories that honor his boys’ lives.
