Rockonteurs with Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt

This week on the Rockonteurs podcast we welcome Nik Kershaw to the show. Nik chats to Guy Pratt and Gary Kemp about his early influences growing up in Ipswich, his meteoric rise in the 80s, his incredible barnet, playing Live Aid, and his continued delight to be touring with his own shows and the much-loved 80s revival festivals. Find out more about Nik and his upcoming music and live dates here: https://www.nikkershaw.net/ Instagram @rockonteurs @nikkershawofficial @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes, including the Bryan Ferry show on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions www.gimmesugar.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a big one this week on Rockonteurs, we are delighted to welcome Bryan Ferry to the podcast. Join Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt as they meet up with Bryan at his studio in London to discuss his new album ‘Loose Talk’ with Amelia Barratt which is coming out on March 28th. We also take a deep dive into his early musical influences such as seeing Bill Haley, meeting the other members of Roxy Music, and how art and cinema have shaped all of his creative output that continues to this day with this special new record. This is a special one! Thanks to Bryan for inviting us over. Pre-order the record or find out more at: https://store.bryanferry.com/ Instagram @rockonteurs @bryanferry_roxymusic @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions www.gimmesugar.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Rockonteurs podcast we welcome singer, song-writer, producer and XTC frontman Andy Partridge to the show. He chats to Guy Pratt and Gary Kemp about his early influences, his difficult childhood and how he thinks the Monkees are underrated! He also talks about how those early influences helped shape the sound of XTC. Find out more at: https://www.ape.uk.net/ Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we welcome Mike Scott to the podcast. Mike is ‘The Waterboys’ and talks to Guy Pratt and Gary Kemp about his career, his influences, and the latest record called ‘Life, Death, and Dennis Hopper’. It’s a brilliant collection of songs that feature collaborations with Fiona Apple, Bruce Springsteen, and more. The album is out on April 4th. Find out more here: https://sunrecords.lnk.to/LifeDeathDennisHopper Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @waterboysmusic @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Make yourself comfortable and settle in for another wonderful episode of Rockonteurs. This week we welcome an avid listener of the podcast to the show, the wonderful Billy Duffy. Billy is armed with some incredible stories of growing up in Manchester and falling in love with music from the likes of Thin Lizzy, The Stooges, AC/DC and, of course, The Sex Pistols. He talks to Guy Pratt and Gary Kemp about how those bands influenced his group The Cult, plus he shares the most incredible story of a young Steven Morrissey! Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @billyduffyofficial @ officialcult @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch this episode and more on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode of Rockonteurs Gary and Guy catch up in the middle of Gary's album campaign to pay tribute to our friend Marianne Faithfull who passed away this week. They also talk about the new Led Zeppelin film, Guy has finally seen the Dylan film and they both answer some of your questions. Stand by as we have a brand new guest next week! Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Rockonteurs podcast, we welcome Andy Fairweather Low to the show. Andy is a wonderful guitarist and singer and the founding member of Amen Corner, but Andy’s career stretches way beyond that and he shares some incredible stories of working with Eric Clapton, Roger Waters, George Harrison and seeing Hendrix and much, much more…This is a classic Rockonteurs! Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are back for a brand-new series of Rockonteurs and in this special episode Guy Pratt is joined by friend of the podcast Steven Wilson to talk to Gary Kemp about his upcoming new solo album ’This Destination’ out on Jan 31st. Guy, of course plays on the record and Steven produced the amazing Atmos mixes, so between them it’s a fascinating insight into the writing and recording of this new album. Plus, Guy and Gary also get the lowdown on Steven’s upcoming new record out in March and the very special live shows to accompany the record. Find out more about This Destination here: https://lnk.to/GaryKempThisDestination Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @stevenwilsonhq @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy New Year from the Rockonteurs. Guy and Gary are back with a new year 'Questions and Answers' edition before the new series starts in a few weeks' time. Remember, you can contact the show at any time and leave a question for us either on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok. We’ve some great names lined up for 2025 and some big plans, so we’ll see you soon for a brand-new episode, in the meantime thanks for the questions... Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s the final episode of the year from the Rockonteurs and this week Guy and Gary bid season’s greetings to Rufus Wainwright. Rufus chats about his career, his influences, and his family which includes a brilliant story about his father being baby sat by Judy Garland! He also talks about his incredibly ambitious new project ‘Dream Requiem’ which is out on January 17th – and is narrated by Meryl Streep. Find out more here: https://www.warnerclassics.com/release/dream-requiem-rufus-wainwright Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @rufuswainwright @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Rockonteurs we welcome the brilliant Kevin Godley to the podcast. Kevin joins Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt to talk about his wonderful work with Godley and Crème, 10cc and his career as one of the great music video directors. Godley and Crème release their definitive boxset in February called ‘Parts of the Process’ – it’s a stunning 11CD set featuring all of the studio albums, non-album tracks, 7” versions and extended mixes. Find out more here: https://godleyandcreme.lnk.to/complete Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @kevingodley @gimmesugarproductions Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones and Ian Callaghan at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we welcome David Gray to the Rockonteurs podcast. David releases his 13th album in January. He will also embark on a huge world tour next year too that plays shows at the London Palladium and the Royal Albert Hall. A third night has just been added for the Palladium on May 10th. Tickets and info at www.davidgray.com Chances are you had a copy of ‘White Ladder’ when it came out as it was one of the best-selling British albums of recent decades, full of beautiful hits that have stood the test of time and it paved the way for countless singer songwriters to follow, like Hozier, Ed Sheeran, and many more. This is a fascinating listen between fellow songwriters as he and Gary discuss the craft of writing great lyrics, and Guy digs into his influences and musical heroes. Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @davidgray @gimmesugarproductions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we welcome Alison Moyet to the show. It’s only taken us 3 years to get her on, but it is well worth the wait. Alison has some incredible stories of her career in music, hanging out at school with members of Depeche Mode and The Cure and starting out in Yazoo with Vince Clarke. She continues to enjoy a wonderful solo career: her new album ‘Key’ is out now and next year she embarks on a huge world tour. You also can’t miss her incredible stories about how she got to Live Aid and who with, plusworking with Lamont Dozier. Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @alisonmoyet @gimmesugarproductions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Rockonteurs we welcome Elvis Costello to the podcast. Elvis chats to Guy and Gary about the new ‘King of America’ boxset and some of the superb tracks off that album like ‘America Without Tears’. Elvis also talks about his well established and highly productive relationship with producer T-Bone Burnett, meeting Johnny Cash and how his father got an autographed photo of Duke Ellington. Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @elviscostello @gimmesugarproductions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones and Ian Callaghan at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Rockonteurs we welcome the wonderful Steve Jones to the podcast. Another Pistol and a genuine ‘Guitar Hero! Fresh from some amazing shows with Glen, Cookie, and Frank Carter – Steve talks to Guy and Gary about how those shows came together and hints at more down the line! Plus, we get some incredible tales of life at the forefront of punk and even how Jonesy ended up putting a jamming session together with Bob Dylan. That sound you hear is Gary fan boying all over Steve! Listen to the podcast and watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @jonesyjukebox @sexpistols @gimmesugarproductions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Rockonteurs we welcome Pete Townshend and Rachel Fuller to the podcast to discuss their new musical and literary collaboration, The Seeker. Authored and composed by Rachel with additional music and lyrics by Pete, it brings to life the Hesse novel Siddhartha in a brand new and beautiful way. You can see it live in London at a one-off show on November 6th at the Theatre Royal on Drury Lane. Tickets at www.theseekermusic.com Plus, Pete shares some incredible and never before heard stories about his life, his music and his journey. You can also watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @officialthewho @yaggerdang @rachelfullertownshend @gimmesugarproductions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guy is on his way to LA on tour with David Gilmour and Gary is enjoying a little break this week, so we’ve compiled a few of our favourite ‘Legendary’ guests for a special ‘Best Of’ this week. With the new Bruce Springsteen film ‘Road Diary’ coming out this week on Disney +, we hear from his right-hand man Steven Van Zandt. Plus, newly inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, Peter Frampton talks to Guy and Gary about his incredible live album ‘Frampton Comes Alive’. Also, on the podcast this week, it’s Alice Cooper and one of our most popular episodes ever with Mick Fleetwood. You can also watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @gimmesugarproductions @mrpeterframpton @alicecooper @mickfleetwoodofficial @stevievanzandt YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the podcast we welcome the mighty Norman Cook to Rockonteurs. Norman is a multi-talented artist, producer, and world-famous DJ who started out as a bass player in the Housemartins. In this fascinating conversation with Guy and Gary he discusses how a certain Spandau Ballet were a huge catalyst in his early love of music and how that career evolved from being in a band to becoming the biggest DJ in the world. We dive into the world of DJ’ing, music videos and beach parties! Norman is a Grammy Award, 9 x MTV Video Music Award, Brit, and Tony Award winning artist. He’s also just the biggest music fan, as you’ll hear. His new track Role Model is out now, and you can watch the video here: Role Model You can also watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @officialfatboyslim @gimmesugarproductions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones at Gimme Sugar Productions www.gimmesugar.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Rockonteurs we welcome Matt Johnson to the podcast. Matt grew up in a pub that played host to the Faces, The Kinks and even David Essex. Matt started ‘The The’ in 1979 and as part of the band worked with a wonderful rotating cast of fellow artists such as Johnny Marr, Gail Ann Dorsey, and Sinèad O’Connor to name but a few. Matt’s new album ‘Ensoulment’ is out now on Cineola / earMusic. The The are currently touring North America. Find out more at www.thethe.com/ You can also watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. Matt's episode is COMING SOON! Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @officialthe_the @gimmesugarproductions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones and Ian Callaghan at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the podcast we thank Steven Wilson for hooking us up with Stephen Morris of New Order. Stephen is often regarded as the original drum machine and in this episode chats to Guy and Gary about being the last member to join Joy Division, the evolution to New Order and his battle with primitive technology to make some of the early New Order albums. New Order’s ‘Brotherhood’ album is being re-released in November – newly remastered and with a set of bonus features and extra 12” singles. Find out more at www.neworder.com Listen to Season 2 of Transmissions: The Definitive Story of Joy Division & New Order – the podcast here: Subscribe + Listen You can also watch some of our latest episodes on our Rockonteurs YouTube channel. Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @neworderofficial @gimmesugarproductions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rockonteurs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rockonteurs Produced for WMG UK by Ben Jones and Ian Callaghan at Gimme Sugar Productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.