121 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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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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    S4E16: Ian Hunter

    S4E16: Ian Hunter

    This week on Rockonteurs we have another hero to Guy and Gary as we welcome Ian Hunter to the podcast. We think Ian has just made one of the best albums of his career with ‘Defiance – Part 1’ which is coming out on April 21st. The new album is a star-studded collaborations project with the likes of Joe Elliott, Billy Gibbons, Slash, Johnny Depp and two late great legends, Jeff Beck and Taylor Hawkins. This was Jeff’s very last recording.
    With tales of Bowie, Mick Ronson, Ringo and Mott the Hoople this is another classic episode of Rockonteurs.
    Produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions.
     

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    • 56 min
    S4E15: Paul Simonon

    S4E15: Paul Simonon

    This week on Rockonteurs, Gary and Guy are joined in the studio, face to face with an artist who changed both their lives, bass player in The Clash, Paul Simonon. 
    Gary and Guy discuss the game-changing arrival of The Clash on the scene in 1976, Paul’s work with Damon Albarn and Gorillaz through to his latest album ‘Can We Do Tomorrow Another Day’ that he recorded with Galen Ayers and is out in May. Expect stories that feature The Ramones, The Stranglers, The Sex Pistols. 
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions.

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    • 56 min
    True at 40 – Celebrating Spandau Ballet's 40th

    True at 40 – Celebrating Spandau Ballet's 40th

    This week marks the 40th anniversary of ‘True’ from Spandau Ballet, so enjoy this mini bonus episode as Guy Pratt chats to the man who wrote it, his co-host on Rockonteurs, Gary Kemp. The album was released March 4th 1983. Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions
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    • 27 min
    S4E14: Baaba Maal

    S4E14: Baaba Maal

    This week on Rockonteurs, Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt meet the singer and guitarist Baaba Maal.
    Born and raised in Senegal, Baaba has long been a champion of ensuring the sounds of Africa are heard across the globe.
    He’s worked with other artists from Brian Eno to Mumford and Sons and created the soundtrack for the Black Panther movies. Baaba Maal releases his new album on March 31st called ‘Being’. His first in 7 years.
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions.

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    • 59 min
    S4E13: Joe Perry

    S4E13: Joe Perry

    This week on Rockonteurs, Gary and Guy are joined by a member of one of the biggest rock bands of all time. Joe Perry is the lead guitarist and a founding member of Aerosmith. They have sold over 150 million albums, been inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, won countless awards and defined the golden era of MTV. Joe Perry is also a member of Hollywood Vampires with Alice Cooper and Johnny Depp. They have a UK that kicks off in July. Find out more at www.hollywoodvampires.com/tour
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions.

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    • 59 min
    S4E12: Tony King

    S4E12: Tony King

    This week on Rockonteurs, we welcome legendary music PR Tony King to the show. Tony is “the guy in the room” with the biggest names in music and his new book ‘The Tastemaker’ tells his remarkable story. Join Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt as they talk to Tony about his life with artists from John Lennon, Keith Richards, Elton John, and Freddie Mercury. The book is a must-read!
    Rockonteurs is produced by Ben Jones for Gimme Sugar Productions.

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    • 1 hr 14 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
643 Ratings

643 Ratings

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Always a great listen

Very, very good pod from two legends in the business.
Always been a fan, follower & listener.
Please keep it it up boys…

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Great podcast (mate)

Can get a bit Smashy and Nicey at times, but it’s a small price to pay for some great interviews. A very relaxed and enjoyable podcast with a high calibre of guests.

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Great pod love the chat and stories. Coverdale was epic

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