Gary Numan on surviving 40 years of ups and downs in the music industry

[@lori55555]

He’s an absolute genius, and I love that he doesn’t even realize it

[@79110]

Right???

[@EBMZEQUENZER]

with a terrible wig 🤣🤣🤣

[@clairemarshallsounddesign2110]

He's honest, gentle, talented .. I could listen to him all day!

[@JJONNYREPP]

Gary Numan on His Crippling Debt and Depression after His Career Declined | Good Morning Britain 22.2.23 1805pm by the looks of it he's got a stunner of a missus. i mean you'd rather come home to that than some stony faced old harridan who keeps grubbing about after his royalties... ahahahah... jeeeez. i am sure they'll say it's all relative but if the tale is true some young nubile fan tracked him down and said they're gonna get wed..ahahaha. i mean, hes got no troubles - at all. and he can be certain the old numanoids out there still listen to his music. so he hasn't been forgotten.... get a grip, man... rest easy. depression is imposed by another. simple.

[@cfneal1459]

maybe so, I skip around, see what I can find, but he lost me HERE -- 0:45 PS I'm currently reading STATE OF FEAR and next, APOCALYPSE NEVER

[@JJONNYREPP]

@@cfneal1459 Comments on ‘Gary Numan on surviving 40 years of ups and downs in the music industry’ 0857am 21.4.23 the numaonoids never did rise up with mick at their head, then? shame. it might have been fun to watch folk forcibly removed to stand in underground train depots as commuters walked hurriedly by or have them stand in motorway service stations eyeing anybody with long hair suspiciously... a long list of the dos and donts of numanoid culture might work well as a jovial aside and could morph not a dystopian sci fi tome... good luck!!

[@monotion83]

I've got depressions sometimes, too. But they happen mostly when some days have been sh***y. That's quite different.

[@79110]

I just discovered him!!!! I’m obsessed

[@timhope2787]

Life long fan of this great person, I saw him yesterday in London and although it wasn't the time or place to act like the crazed fan he still acknowledged me and said hi. Thank you Gary! ...Tim Hope.

[@j.dmetalhead7517]

As ever Gary was open and bluntly honest in this interview. Especially at the end.... BRUTALY HONEST! Love the new album long may he carry on.

[@rottageeni]

i absolutely love this dude. i wish everyone would be this brutally honest.

[@rottageeni]

i love how bad he thinks his singing skills are,,, my own RAGING self-confidence issues would do the exact same if i was also an _actually_ great singer with an uniquely amazing sound which scratches a place in my brain like _no one else_ does

[@rottageeni]

also woah. ive never seen anyone radiate so much emotion in an interview like he did in that last topic, shows how genuinely open he is :0 i love neurodivergents

[@rottageeni]

ps. super happy i found out abt him now when i'm in the start of finding out i'm on the spectrum too. It's cool to have role model who's also had a massive impact on the topic you're currently hyperfixated on :,)

[@edwardtruman8327]

The best interview I have ever seen from Gary Numan. But as a life long fan, I already know what a legend he is.

[@RonnieT44]

He comes across as very articulate and a thoroughly decent guy!! Proper talented bloke!!

[@5chevin5]

As always Gary is as real and humble as can be. I cant recommend enough his autobiography (R)Evolution on Audible, which he narrates. He reads the chapter about his mothers passing with so much pain in his voice I was crying like a baby as a drove down the California coast.

[@roguemoon4599]

Gary is a super nice genuine man who will go down in music history as a true music pioneer.

[@persephone6896]

I wish this podcast carried on for another 2 hours. It feels like a talk with a close friend. Thé interviewer is fantastic, knows how to hold space

[@JimTarranYoga]

so agree

[@clairelouise335]

Been a fan of Gary Numan since 1979 and I'm so thrilled that he is still producing amazing music and touring. The new album is awesome, thanks for still giving us your time and talent. I never imagined when I saw that first TOTP performance in 79 that I would still be like a kid at Christmas 40 odd years later waiting for the next album or tour xx

[@Good.London]

Gary is a great guy and musician, will always be remembered in the history of music.

[@cadetmouse]

I met him briefly at a Ramstein show, and he was a nice fella... Never forgotten that moment. Ramstein and Gaz...

[@te9591]

That's awesome.

[@marclatham409]

Fantastic speech at the end, absolutely fantastic, and so true...GO ON GARY, WE NEED MORE PEOPLE LIKE YOU....

[@stevewhite8543]

Wow, one of the best interviews I’ve ever seen Gary do. Make you realize what incredibly compassionate, and intelligent person I always thought he was. Especially at the end with that last question. I completely agree with him always have. Let’s make that a law. Thank You

[@tugliife]

I have ALWAYS loved Gary. That ending though made me love, respect, and appreciate him so much more!

[@mattlehnardt783]

ahd OH YEAH, Gary Numan has one of the most emotionally penetrating, incredible voices in music. There are a handful of greats, who weren't just good singers, but they were great artists, who would share and connect with us. Gary is one.

[@robertpetre9378]

I can’t wait to see Gary Numan next year at the Brighton centre.

[@auroman302]

The best interview that I have ever seen of Gary Numan, period!

[@scottrebecca8433]

Gary Numan...what a down to earth Superstar! I've never seen him live but still love his music. I mention his name to younger people so they can, hopefully, discover and enjoy his music. I'm 56 and still play his music daily. Excellent music, excellent human. Cheers, and thanks, Gary. 👍

[@julieyates405]

What a lovely interview! It's brilliant to see Gary showing his talents to the world and how talented Persia is. Sending love to Gemma and the girls from Julie and Tyler in Sussex xx

[@andrewhudson3723]

A music legend since the 70's.

[@alanmarsdenful]

I would have to say, that is probably the best interview i have ever seen with Gary.......100% agree with the last answer as well......

[@ginger-jc7ti]

Gary's honesty is so refreshing, he's such a nice bloke. Met him in hmv Leeds in 2002. Awesome, been a fan since afe

[@t8283287]

Excellent interview Gary, every time I hear you talk I hold you in higher esteem.

[@muesli4597]

What a proper geezer. With so many people that feel it’s ok to lie, it’s a breath of fresh air to watch this. I think the DJ mentioned was Peter Powell with the "bubbling up" thing. Thank you Gemma for your efforts.

[@AlexDeLarge77]

That ending made me love Gary even more. Yes that was dark but I agree with him totally. That was the truth and a level of honesty I truly appreciate.

[@iqnill]

You don't often hear people who actually have *something* to say. Could have listened to this conversation for hours. Thank you.

[@mlewis1965]

That was one of the best interviews I’ve ever seen! Thank you! All respect to Gary! Love you brother. ps: Great answer to the final question...agree 1000%

[@wendyhandley9463]

The honesty to the questions posed, absolutely so refreshing, Im even more an admirer of Gary after this interview, great questions and from a great interviewer. Thank you to all

[@svh4853]

Gary is just one of the best at what he did and does…Just so important for electronic music then and now…And married electronic and guitars…His sound and voice are distinct….He was bashed by the the English press…But that just made him the legend he is… Gary should just except that he is special…

[@andrewsaint6581]

Brilliant interview. I've always considered Gary to be an honourable man and have been lucky enough to be a fan and care about him and the music for over forty years.

[@traceyjane4288]

having ASD has been a real gift to Gary even though it can be very tough i should know but it makes him who he is a music legend !

[@gw2031]

I used to worry why I didn't feel the emotions that others did when I was young ,I thought there was something wrong with me but as Gary says as you get older you slowly catch up ,now I can cry at the drop of a hat watching any cruelty to animals or when I realise how cold I was to x girlfriends ,I never meant to be like that I just didn't know I was doing it.

[@barryb90]

Crazy that he wrote 'Are friends electric?' without knowing to write music. So many catchy iconic "keyboard riffs" in it.

[@HughRogers609]

Lots of accomplished musicians don't read or write music. Keith Richards is just one example. But they know chords and music theory - how chords and notes work together. You can put chords together by ear without writing them down. "Electric" was just 4 chords repeating. He said he doesn't want to learn too much and trust his ear, but his ear understands music by having listened to it, rather than studying it's components. Both approaches allow you to break rules when you understand them

[@alancameron6937]

Sugababes covered it

[@stevecorbishley9390]

I love the fact that Gary is so self depreciating about himself in a way that is endearing and genuine. also his conversation about mental health, aspergers etc. normalizes it and no doubt will be inspiring to others. on top of that he is a fantastic artist that has influenced so much of contemporary music from hip hop to industrial and his material now, not least Intruder, shows him at the top of his game after a massive journey of more downs that ups. the UK music industry is now starting to recognize his work, eg the Ivor Novello award, and finally the music journos recognize his ability rather than (as was) put him down relentlessly. Top man and top top interview by Krishnan Guru-Murthy

[@videosuperhighway7655]

Man this dude is so cool we need more people like him in the world.

[@bethcarducci9935]

He's such a humble genius.

[@pinkchilldivestmentor]

Great interview! Proud to have met Gary three times. He’s a doll very warm and sweet.

[@theechothief5594]

30:58 the most adorable Gary Numan moment ever.

[@jimlemons9231]

Gary is a personal hero of mine, great interview and cool content.

[@charliemcgrain]

What a really great guy. So impressed with his honesty modesty and talent. Thanks for all the great work, Mr. Numan.

[@ianparker500]

I love the honesty in Gary. He has come a long way. i remember cycling with my friend to his parents house in Wraysbury and climbing the fence. We used to knock on the door. i once saw his black Ferrari on the drive with the plate GN4. great times.

[@Scyber_Official]

Excellent interview. I'm and electronic musician/producer & have known the name Gary Numan for years but I never really paid any attention or listened to his music - besides 'Cars' - until this past week when I found out he'll be performing in my city for the first time in about 25 years!

[@mattlehnardt783]

Hes so himself. refreshingly honest and humbly flies in the face of slick formula pop manufacturing - the direction the herds have run. he's still standing alone off in the other direction where people used to express something authentic in their music.

[@nigelcarren]

Now I have not met Gary Numan, but I am willing to bet this was an honest interview! I have the sense that Gary Numan is not a persona that has been invented for the stage, I have always had the sense that the Gary Numan we see here is Gary Numan. Bless him. 🏆🇬🇧

[@stuartkennedy4570]

Glad you are still going strong

[@rettenthetetlen8759]

He's just as much of a legend as David Bowie. But he didn't got that much popularity. Still love him on this very day.

[@chriswalinski8919]

I just love the honesty. I give him so much credit. Can’t wait to see him in NYC at Webster Hall 2023.

[@Bananadiva1]

I absolutely love this man. He makes brilliant music and he's so down to Earth and charismatic. When he talks about his depression and mood swings it sounds every much like EUPD.

[@mikemnemonic311]

Beautiful man.

[@johnpomfret5146]

The best 47min watch in a long time 😊 I was an hardent fan of Garys from 1979 right up to the last gig i went to which was The Fury tour in 85 at Manchester Apollo. I used to go to as many gigs as i could, it didn’t matter where it was but had to be in the UK If you read this Gary i wish you all the best!

maaaan do Gary Numan more interviews.🤘🔥🎶 daaamn the ending 👏👏👏

[@Scoobadal]

Re affirmed my love of gary Numan for 40 years since a teenager now ,moreso as an articulate, thinking, caring hugely creative genius and loving family man

[@JulesWatches]

What an excellent interview ❤

[@paulj5129]

WOW!!! The last question??? I have always thought Gary incredible since i purchased "Are friends" in 1979. I didn't think I could respect him more but his final statement here is epic. HE IS A GOD! x

[@californiadreaming9216]

Wow! Wow! Been a fan of Gary Numan since early 80s. To this very day I consider his song M.E. to be, believe it or not, one of the greatest songs of all time. This is the very first, and only, Gary Numan interview I've ever heard. Hearing about his career, challenges and struggles was just incredible. Gary: you are, for me, the absolute and only GRANDFATHER OF ELECTRONICA. Long may you run. Peace and love from Canada.

[@gothicpagan.666]

Probably the best interview on Ch4

[@alisonkovacs9519]

Im so glad i went to see gorgeous gary at rock city in nottinghham it was my very first time seeing him i have fallen so in love with him he is so wonderful and so awesome

[@stemoulton699]

Fantastic, open, honest and admiring.

[@erchie01]

Brilliant, really enjoyed that, well done Gary and thank you Krishnan.

[@MarkRogers-km3kd]

What a great guy so humble 😎

[@starcrib]

Excellent : he is sublimely good in this interview. Terrific- 🌿👋🏻

[@jenp7036]

Absoloutely phenominal Gary. Thankyou for everything

[@jamiegoddard562]

Such a humble honest guy gary is his music will stand the test of time how futuristic was replicas at the time you will always be special gary to us fans

[@Twinthumps]

Excellent interview. Just seen the Numan show since Living Ornaments tour🙏🏻

[@NJBellyDanceEvents]

He is amazing soul full of true feels, talent, ideas n incredible art! #GaryNuman

[@HippieHaze73]

Great interview! Really interesting. I love Gary's new album and i totally agree with his answer to Krishnans last question. I feel exactly the same.

[@Scanadian123]

Always loved Gary’s natural creativity. It’s very refreshing to see a man who can be honest about himself and humble about huge accomplishments. This has been one of the best interviews I have ever seen. Good riddance to Jimmy Saville

[@russdixon614]

A humble, and honest genius.

[@girthquake9655]

Gary is amazing

[@arranwalk]

I've seen a video about Asperger's, specifically for how it presents in men, and one of the "symptoms" was being out of sync with emotions and then the emotional floodgates opening, leading to what look like panic attacks and/or temper tantrums. So... that's probably just Asperger's and got worse for a while due to increased negative stimuli, like his fears of getting old. In other words, his midlife crisis was aggravating the Asperger's.

[@MyClarissa21]

I agree with Gemma she is so write . Even if you don’t have confidence you are unique We are unique and we are beautiful snd special snd we should be happy with ourselves

[@rollandjoeseph]

Thanks Gary for sharing your experiences and being so genuine of a person about it ,the more i watch and listen to you in interviews, reminds me alot of myself . I relate to alot of what you talk about regarding making music, tthoughts on aging, the planet , depression and it gives me comfort knowing im not alone. .

[@GWills-ys6rd]

I was at Wembley Arena last week and it was a very special and memorable moment.

[@neilparry14]

One of the best interviews with Gary I’ve seen, and I’ve seen a few!

[@brownekevable]

brilliant interview, thank you

[@monotion83]

No matter what others think. I understand Gary here. Many people deserved to be judged or cursed. The world needs a new/fresh start again. Thx for the interview

[@patriot-hz1dy]

Mr. Numan is a kind soul and it was interesting learning why his music is so dark. I believe with all my heart that his anxieties, depressions and his fears would all be cured by knowing Jesus as his personal Lord and Savior. I will pray that he explores this absolute truth sooner than later.

[@tomsparks2294]

First heard Tubeway Army back in something like 1979 or 80 and have always loved the music. I have been watching many of Gary's videos lately. Thanks for being you Gary and long life to you

[@albacan]

What a terrific interview.

[@arranwalk]

So happy that I randomly heard a song from Intruder (the title track, I believe; I just heard the tail end then) on the radio one day after my car's CD player stopped working. 😆 That's when I found out the upcoming tour was for new material. I'd almost bought a ticket last year but didn't... and didn't know about the postponements. So, when I heard all this on the radio, I immediately bought a ticket and caught my first live Gary Numan show back in early March this year. Glad I did. I've been buying up his catalog, and I have read the first autobiography. About to read the newer one.

[@annarocheleau3845]

Yes, my journey rediscovering Gary started in 2018, soon after Savage (which is hands down, my favorite of his). Just saw him live for the first time (the show was rescheduled twice), so I consider myself a newer fan, but old (or older in age), but brought the young generation with us, so a similar path as yours. But, we all got to the same place-enjoying him and his music.

[@paulpisters668]

Gary is so beautiful incompetent. I will never stop following him.

[@jimrford]

Great interview, really enjoyed it.

[@SJPDurham]

I find Gary honest, talented and humble.

[@crandall6484]

He is very supportive to people starting out in the vancouver music industry

[@tonylangridge3003]

In one word genius

[@RiotinlondonW1]

A pioneer of commercial synth pop, but not sure about electronic music itself. I love his songwriting method, sitting at the piano first, then filling the synths in later with other stuff. Really good interview.

[@michaelbodle526]

Nice bloke who made some great music. Heart on his sleeve.

[@jeff88701]

Brilliant interview Gary’s at the top of the tree 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@scatton61]

Huge fan.. I was one of those who bought the AFE picture disc before I saw him on TOTP. Saw him in Wembley in 81 and 22.

[@pamtufnell6751]

Spotted gary in the late seventies hes got better and better

[@squeaky_buddha]

My respect for this man has quadruplicated!!!

[@RobStuart-mv7my]

Great interview!

[@jasonantigua6825]

First time I heard him I was suffering a nose bleed after jumping off my parents extension!

[@janetross2258]

Fabulous! Honest! Moving ❤️

[@hayley1187]

Fascinating .Gary you are special x

[@arthurmatthews9321]

they say you should never have heroes because they will just let you down . but gary never lets you down.

[@magnuswikell6803]

Aware since 1981 and pathetic devoted since 1984: thanks for another great video, Gary. True and honest, as always.

[@polly6336]

So interesting. Thanks Gary and Krish!