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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 an... more

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This week on the Rockonteurs podcast, we welcome artist, DJ, A&R executive and the man that put the ‘M’ in M People - Mike Pickering to the podcast. 

Mike talks to Gary and Guy about a life in music from seeing the Beatles aged just 8, to the early ... more

This week on the Rockonteurs podcast, we welcome the acclaimed music video director Tim Pope to the show. 

Tim has spent a lifetime directing music videos for some of the greatest artists of all time such as Hall and Oates, Iggy Pop, Paul Weller, Da... more

This week on the Rockonteurs podcast, we welcome Go Go’s bassist Kathy Valentine to the show. 

She talks to Gary and Guy about her own career in music and also the new book from Blondie drummer Clem Burke that Kathy helped finish after his passing l... more

This week we are joined by Foo Fighters lead guitarist Chris Shiflett. Chris joined the band in 1999 and talks to Gary and Guy about growing up a punk and rock fan, picking up the guitar, and how he found himself in one of the biggest rock bands in t... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Pope
Music video director known for The Cure, Suzi and the Banshees, and many 80s videos
Independent director; worked with The Cure, David Bowie, The Smiths, Queen, and more
Episode: Music Video director Tim Pope joins the Rockonteurs podcast
Kathy Valentine
Member of The Go-Go's
The Go-Go's
Episode: Kathy Valentine joins the Rockonteurs to talk Go Go's and Clem Burke
Chris Shiflett
Guitarist for Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters
Episode: Foo Fighter's Chris Shiflett joins the Rockonteurs podcast
Dave Hill
Guitarist, Slade
Slade
Episode: Dave Hill from Slade joins Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt
John Cooper Clarke
Poet and performer, renowned spoken-word artist
Poet, performer
Episode: Dr John Cooper Clarke joins the Rockonteurs with Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt
Colin Greenwood
Bass guitarist, Radiohead
Radiohead
Episode: Radiohead bassist Colin Greenwood joins the Rockonteurs
Nick Rhodes
Keyboardist of Duran Duran
Duran Duran
Episode: Duran Duran's Nick Rhodes on the Rockonteurs podcast with Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt
Richard Barbieri
Keyboardist known for Japan and Porcupine Tree
Japan; Porcupine Tree
Episode: Richard Barbieri joins Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt on Rockonteurs
Greg Phillinganes
Legendary keyboard player, musical director
Session musician for Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Eric Clapton, etc.
Episode: Greg Phillinganes joins Gary and Guy on the Rockonteurs podcast

Hosts

Gary Kemp
Host of Rockonteurs and member of Spandau Ballet; known for music career with Spandau Ballet and collaboration onRockonteurs discussions.
Guy Pratt
Co-host with deep experience as a bass player and collaborator with major artists; widely credited for shaping discussions around recordings and touring.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Fun podcast

    Gary and Guy always make me laugh. Their banter makes this podcast so enjoyable, thar I’ll give a podcast a listen even if I’m not a fan of who they’re interviewing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stutron /zozo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great interviews. informative and entertaining

    Nice to hear inside info on British musical history from the icons of the industry.

    Even better recently since the hosts interrupt less and allow the guests to chat more.

    Love the Don Powell episode. More like this please

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Corey Hunter
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Could be brilliant but……

    Great guests and hosts that on their best day do a good job but too often Guy and Gary interrupt too often, try to be funny too hard (they’re not basically funny) and the noise gets in the way of conversation…..The Stewart Copeland episode is painful….

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    quentin3442
    Spain3 months ago
  • Living in the limelight

    Still great content - past two episodes have been great (coooer/egan)

    Be good if you can snare one of the rush guys or even both ! Given tour announcement and a fair bit to cover on the back catalogue as well……

    Content though continues to be first class. Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    she bangs the drum
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Brill!

    Listener from the very start & love each episode. That’s a big tune for sure & keep on Rockin’ !!

    Rusty Egan…….genius.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anti mp3
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Guests speak authoritatively, and episodes feel like intimate oral histories.
The hosts' banter plus guests provide entertaining, insightful music history.
Interjections and pacing can be polarizing—some listeners want more space for guests to speak.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#90
United States/Music
Spotify
#7
United Kingdom/Music
Apple Podcasts
#5
United Kingdom/Music
Apple Podcasts
#41
Canada/Music
Spotify
#38
Australia/Music
Apple Podcasts
#15
Australia/Music

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Kathy Valentine joins the Rockonteurs to talk Go Go's and Clem Burke
Q: How did you first meet Clem Burke and begin collaborating with him?
Kathy describes meeting Clem at moments across the Go-Go's history, the early interactions that grew into a strong friendship, and how their lives intersected through tours and shared experiences in the rock scene.
Duran Duran's Nick Rhodes on the Rockonteurs podcast with Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt
Q: How did Simon come along?
Simon joined after a Rum Runner waitress suggested they needed a vocalist; he arrived with a lyric book, looked the part, and the band wrote Sound of Thunder with him on the spot, realizing he was the right fit.
Richard Barbieri joins Gary Kemp and Guy Pratt on Rockonteurs
Q: How did Quiet Life mark a turning point for the band?
Richard explains that Quiet Life came from a blend of sequencer-led production, orchestral textures, and a broader Eurasian influence, which allowed the band to break away from their earlier glam sound and create a more atmospheric, synth-driven identity.
Ray Cooper joins Gary and Guy for Rockonteurs
Q: What was the first memorable show you did with Elton John?
Ray recalls being invited to join Elton John's band, experiencing the Glasgow Apollo show as his first live integration, and the adrenaline of stepping into a high-profile act with limited rehearsal time.
Ray Cooper joins Gary and Guy for Rockonteurs
Q: And how did percussion come to be your main instrument in the session world?
Ray explains how early percussion training, mentorship by figures like Jeremy Montagu, and the chance to work with jazz groups opened doors into studio work, where percussion became a central, expressive tool.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rockonteurs

What is Rockonteurs about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Rockonteurs features candid, deep-dive conversations with legendary musicians, producers, photographers, managers and other behind-the-scenes figures from the rock and pop worlds. Episodes emphasize origin stories, the making of classic records, studio dynamics, touring folklore, and the evolution of artists' images, often blending sharp technical detail with personal memoir. Notable strengths include a relaxed, chatty vibe that yields lengthy, story-filled interviews, and a guest roster that spans guitar heroes, synth pioneers, and music-industry insiders, offering rich context for listeners curious about how iconic tracks and careers were built. The show often surfaces fresh perspectives on late-20th-century music culture, with a distinct... more

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Recent guests on Rockonteurs include:

1. Tim Pope
2. Kathy Valentine
3. Chris Shiflett
4. Dave Hill
5. John Cooper Clarke
6. Colin Greenwood
7. Nick Rhodes
8. Richard Barbieri

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