Electric Friends: A Gary Numan Podcast is a passion project that enshrines the legacy of the new wave legend. Gary Numan is an influential musician who has made music since the 1970s. He led the band Tubeway Army as lead singer and guitarist. The podcast borrows its name from the band's popular single, "Are Friend's Electric?" Many listeners may know Numan through his top hit song, "Cars."
Gary Numan superfan Tom Eames hosts the Electric Friends: A Gary Numan Podcast. Eames has attended many of Numan's live shows. He has gained extensive knowledge of Numan's discography and background. Eames uses the podcast to explore Numan's songs at random one-by-one. Besides being Tubeway Army's frontman, Numan wrote and acted as the producer. After two albums, the band changed its name to Numan's. Since then, Gary Numan has released over 20 albums.
Eames talks in detail about one of Numan's tracks in each podcast episode. These songs span Numan's entire expansive career. Eames talks at length about the writing and production. Episodes share clips from the song and others like it. Eames also interviewed Gary Numan in 2017. He often uses clips from that interview to explore themes.
Guests join Eames on the podcast. The host speaks with Gary Numan impersonator Chris Fielding. Fielding describes his passion for Numan's work. He fronts the tribute band Tubeway Days and shares their covers with listeners. Thereza Bazar from the 80s pop duo Dollar comes on the show. She talks about her career and working with Numan. Eames later speaks with one of Numan's own band members, Chris Payne.
Numan established an iconic style with his music and persona on stage. His music explores themes like God, religion, and science fiction. He incorporates many influences into his music and blends genres with effortless ease. The vast diversity of Numan's career helps make Electric Friends: A Gary Numan Podcast a fascinating listen for new and old fans. The podcastreleases episodes about once or twice a month. Episodes range in length between ten minutes to over an hour.
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