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Rockonteurs with Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt

Rockonteurs with Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt

By: Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt
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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

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  • Edgar Wright on the Rockonteurs podcast

    Edgar Wright on the Rockonteurs podcast
    Mar 15 2026

    This week on the Rockonteurs podcast, we are joined by filmmaker Edgar Wright. Edgar’s film are synonymous with their amazing soundtracks from Shaun of the Dead, to Baby Driver, The Sparks Brothers and his recent action packed film The Running Man.

    This is a fascinating conversation about his music and film influences, what makes a great soundtrack, and even working with Guy on Spaced.

    The Running Man is available now to buy on DVD, Blu-Ray and on streaming and features some incredible extras and deleted scenes.


    Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @edgarwright @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

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  • Simon Napier-Bell joins the Rockonteurs

    Simon Napier-Bell joins the Rockonteurs
    Mar 8 2026

    This week on the Rockonteurs podcast, we are joined by the producer, manager, songwriter, and impresario Simon Napier-Bell. Simon talks about getting his foot in the door in the 60s, working and writing for Dusty Springfield, managing the Yardbirds and taking Wham to China in the 80s. Simon’s is a remarkable career that hasn't slowed down one bit as he explains in this fascinating conversation with Gary and Guy.

    Find out ore at simonnapierbell.com


    Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @simon.napier.bell @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.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Ray Cooper joins Gary and Guy for Rockonteurs

    Ray Cooper joins Gary and Guy for Rockonteurs
    Mar 1 2026

    This week on the Rockonteurs podcast, we are joined by the legendary percussionist Ray Cooper. Ray has performed with so many of our favourite artists over the years but is forever synonymous as being part of Elton John's band since 1972.

    In a fascinating conversation with Guy and Gary, Ray talks about a life with Elton and recording classic albums like 'Captain Fantastic and the Brown Dirt Cowboy', a masterpiece that recently turned 50.

    You can but the 50th anniversary edition of that album here: https://eltonjohn.lnk.to/CF50


    Instagram @rockonteurs @guyprattofficial @garyjkemp @raycooperofficial @eltonjohn @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.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
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