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In this special deep-dive episode, we explore the extraordinary story of Gilbert O’Sullivan, the iconic Irish singer-songwriter who defined an era of melodic, thoughtful 1970s pop.

Sandy is joined by Spandau Ballet’s Gary Kemp fresh from the release of his third solo album, This Destination. It’s his most personal to date and sees Gary channel his own thoughts and feelings about the past, present, and future. Reflecting on of a lifetime dedicated to songcraft he talks to our Sandy.

Sandy is joined by Spencer’s friend and bandmate, Ed Tree who is a highly respected American guitarist, producer, and songwriter known for his versatile work across genres like rock, Americana, country, and blues. Ed honours his friend Spencer by sharing his story with us.

Sandy sits down with UB40’s Jimmy Brown, founding member of one of the most successful British bands. Recounting memories over 45 years of making music, Jimmy tells all from their journey from middle-class Birmingham to global stardom and celebrates the release of their new album UB45.

Sandy sits down with one of the most iconic voices in rock n roll to talk about Noddy Holder’s extraordinary journey. From the wild days when Slademania gripped the nation to Noddy’s cancer diagnosis and what it now means to be back on stage, doing what he loves best.

Paul Carrack recently celebrated 50 years in the music business with his 2023 album, Don’t Wait Too Long. Paul joins Sandy in this instalment to recount his story and some of his memories of a lifetime in music from Mike + the Mechanics to Squeeze and beyond.

Iconic drummer Stewart Copeland joins Sandy in this episode as he talks us through some of his memoirs and memories of his time with The Police. In 2002 Stewart formed a new rock-oriented project, Oysterhead and Stewart has written multiple books about his life in music. Here he tells all to Sandy.

Elliot Randall is an iconic session guitarist best known for his work with artists like the Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan. Elliott relives memories and stories from his life in music from playing in iconic hits with Irene Cara, Kiss and Carly Simon to turning down the Blue Brothers, Sandy Kaye uncovers a fascinating life…

Over 56 years Steppenwolf have sold more than 25 million records released 7 gold albums, 1 platinum album and had 3 top 10 hits. Lead singer and founder, John Kay sits down with Sandy for a chat about his life in music and relives some fond memories of the band’s meteoric rise.

Violinist Helen O’Hara has an amazing story to tell. She’s written it all into a memoir titled ‘What’s She Like’, named after the Dexy’s Midnight Runners song that she herself inspired. It’s an exuberant, joyful account of a classical musical student who suddenly finds herself on Top of the Pops. Helen joins Sandy Kaye to…