Rockonteurs with Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt
Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt
Rockonteurs is a podcast all about the real stories behind real music.Presented by Spandau Ballet’s Gary Kemp, who wrote and performed megahits like ‘Gold’ and ‘True’, and Guy Pratt, a bass player who shaped songs for the likes of Madonna and Pink Floyd, you’ll hear exclusive stories of life on the road, in the studio and what really happened behind the scenes from artists who wrote, performed and produced the some of the biggest classic rock and pop tracks of all time.Guests include Sir Bob Geldof, Roxy Music’s Phil Manzanera, super-producer Trevor Horn, Chris Difford of Squeeze and their bandmate from A Saucerful of Secrets, Pink Floyd’s Nick Mason Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 21, 2021 • 1h
S1E38: Toyah Willcox
This week, Guy and Gary chat to a creative tour de force. Musician, actress, TV presenter and now lockdown YouTube sensation, Toyah Willcox. What a career! 20 albums, over 40 stage plays, at least 10 films including the iconic mod classic ‘Quadrophenia’. The interview will Toyah was great fun and we can’t wait to share it with you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 15, 2021 • 57min
S137: Jools Holland
This week, Guy and Gary are joined by the country’s finest musical ringmaster, the ever effervescent Jools Holland.It’s a joyous romp through his career from falling in love with the piano, joining Squeeze, leaving Squeeze, fronting the iconic and game changing TV show ‘The Tube’, through to creating ‘Later’ and touring the globe with his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra, this is one not to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 8, 2021 • 1h 5min
S1E36: Bernie Marsden
This week on Rockonteurs, Gary and Guy are joined by rock and blues guitarist Bernie Marsden. His musical DNA connects bands and artists like UFO, Deep Purple, Cozy Powell and, of course Whitesnake – where he joined David Coverdale and co-wrote some incredible hits like ‘Fool For Your Loving’ and ‘Here I Go Again’ – Bernie’s book ‘Where’s My Guitar’ is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
May 1, 2021 • 1h 15min
S1E35: Giles Martin
This week on Rockonteurs, it’s a Beatles history lesson thanks to the man now hugely responsible for their legacy, the wonderful Giles Martin.Giles talks to Guy and Gary from his studio at Abbey Road about maintaining his father’s legacy, preserving the ground breaking sound of The Beatles and working in the most famous recording studio on the planet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 24, 2021 • 1h 10min
S1E34: Steven Van Zandt
This week on Rockonteurs, Guy and Gary are very excited to welcome to the show actor, musician, songwriter and a member of the mighty E Street Band, Bruce’s right hand man and quite simply, the dude. It’s Stevie Van Zandt! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 17, 2021 • 1h 3min
S1E33: Mike Rutherford
This week, Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt welcome to the Rockonteurs podcast founder member of Genesis and Mike + The Mechanics, Mike Rutherford. Mike talks to Guy and Gary about his career, his catalogue of incredible songs, Genesis transformation from Peter Gabriel to Phil Collins and of course the upcoming Genesis reunion tour. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 10, 2021 • 56min
S1E32: Sharleen Spiteri
This week Guy and Gary chat to Sharleen Spiteri. In a wonderfully full and frank conversation, Sharleen discusses her influences, her incredible career with Texas, and the upcoming new album ‘Hi’ – which is out in May. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 3, 2021 • 59min
S1E31: Imelda May
In this week’s episode of Rockonteurs, Gary and Guy caught up with Irish singer, songwriter Imelda May. Championed by artists from Bono, Jeff Beck and Ronnie Wood, Imelda has enjoyed critical acclaim and success. Her new album ’11 Past The Hour’ is due out in April and she can sure tell a great story…sit back and enjoy another worthy guest to Rockonteurs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 28, 2021 • 1h 6min
S1E30: Gary Numan
This week on Rockonteurs, Guy Pratt and Gary Kemp are joined by the synth master. Hugely influential and pioneering, we are delighted to welcome Gary Numan to the show. Gary releases his 18th studio album ‘Intruder’ on May 21st. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 21, 2021 • 1h 3min
S1E29: Glen Matlock
This week we speak to one of the artists who so perfectly sums up this show. We welcome to Rockonteurs, a punk icon and one hell of a storyteller!It’s only a Sex Pistol! Guy Pratt and Gary Kemp welcome, Glen Matlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
