160 episodes

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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Rockonteurs with Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt

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    • 4.7 • 729 Ratings

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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    S6E5: Joe Boyd

    S6E5: Joe Boyd

    This week on Rockonteurs we are joined by the American writer and producer Joe Boyd. Joe has worked with a stunning array of artists from Fairport Convention, Nick Drake, REM and, of course Pink Floyd. In this episode he talks about his introduction into the music business, founding the highly influential UFO nightclub and his memories of working with a young Pink Floyd and the wonderful Syd Barrett.
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions.

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    • 1 hr 13 min
    S6E4: Duff McKagan

    S6E4: Duff McKagan

    This week Guy and Gary are joined by another legendary bassist, from Guns n Roses, we welcome Duff McKagan to Rockonteurs. There is so much more to Duff than that incredible band. We dig into his passion for punk, his introduction to the bass, his global success with GnR but also his wonderful solo work that includes last years ‘Lighthouse’ album that is well worth a listen. A deluxe edition of that album will follow later this year.
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones and Ian Callaghan for Gimme Sugar Productions

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    • 57 min
    S6E3: Steve Howe

    S6E3: Steve Howe

    This week on Rockonteurs, Gary and Guy get to meet a real-life guitar hero of theirs – the wonderful Steve Howe.
    Steve takes us through his journey from psychedelia to prog, from the Syndicats to Yes, to Asia and even his collaboration with Frankie Goes to Hollywood. The Classic Tales of Yes tour returns to the UK in May and includes a special show at the Royal Albert Hall in June. Find out more at www.yesworld.com
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions.

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    • 1 hr 5 min
    S6E2: Sophie Ellis-Bextor

    S6E2: Sophie Ellis-Bextor

    This week on Rockonteurs, Gary and Guy are joined by our good friend Sophie Ellis-Bextor. Sophie has evolved from an indie darling to a global pop princess and in this episode she talks about her first gig, falling in love with music, starting her own band, going solo and 25 years of making dance floor fillers. She also reveals what it was like working with Guy on the global phenomenon that is ‘Murder on the Dance Floor’ that is a hit all over the world again thanks to the film Saltburn.
    It's a great chat with a great friend.
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions.

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    • 1 hr 10 min
    S6E1: Tony James

    S6E1: Tony James

    Rockonteurs is back and this week Gary and Guy chat with a classic storyteller. Tony James is much more than just a bassist, he is a musician, a producer, a visionary, and a pop and punk pioneer. In this episode, he chats to us about his band Generation X, his work and friendship with Billy Idol, the punk scene of the 70s, Sigue Sigue Sputnik and his current return to the touring stages of the world as part of Generation Sex.
    Back with a bang!
    Find out more about our next Rockonteurs Live at www.Rockonteurs.com
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions.

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    • 1 hr 14 min
    S5E12: Clare Grogan

    S5E12: Clare Grogan

    Happy New Year from Rockonteurs. This week join Gary and Guy for a chat with the delightful Clare Grogan. Clare is an acclaimed actress, best known for roles in films like Gregory's Girl and the TV show Red Dwarf. She is also the lead singer of Altered Images. This week she chats to Guy and Gary about her influences as a singer and songwriter and even how she influenced a certain smitten Mr Kemp to write some of the best songs from his catalogue on the 'True' album.
    Rockonteurs Live is coming on Feb 22nd at Battersea Power Station - A Quadrophenia special. Get tickets at https://www.thecinemainthepowerstation.com/film/RP-Quadrophenia
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions

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    • 1 hr 11 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
729 Ratings

729 Ratings

Tink 0121 ,

Great podcast

Only came across your podcast a few weeks ago.Ive just listened to Roy Wood. Great guy and interview.I use to go to the Belair night club.I was stood at the bar getting a drink and looked to my left and Roy Wood was stood there at the bar getting a drink.🥃 😀

SarahCanterbury ,

Enjoyable 4-5*

5* for the Duff episode especially and of course anything with DC! Better when Guy doesn’t take over (sorry!)

Mrs F M ,

Steve Howe

New to this podcast. Saw Mr Howe was the guest & as a lifelong Yes fan had to listen. Great chat. But why did you have to ask about Jon Anderson 😂
Anyway, I’ve now subscribed & am busy catching up with your back catalogue of shows & remarkable guests. Bring it on 😄

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