Electric Friends: A Gary Numan Podcast
Tom Eames
Categories: Arts
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In this latest interview special of Electric Friends, I speak to a legend in Gary Numan's music history: Rrussell Bell.
In case you didn’t know - Rrussell is a prolific musician, composer and comedy writer. After graduating in Physics at London University, he joined Tubeway Army in 1979 - first appearing on record on 1980’s We Are Glass. He would then spend the next 10 years recording with Gary and touring the world in his band. He would then go on to form the band Dramatis alongside Chris Payne, Ced Sharpley and Denis Haines.
Also a seasoned session player, he is also an award winning jingle writer, worked as a musical director for BSB, and has worked on many film and TV projects. This includes acting, stand-up comedy and script-writing for people such as Craig Charles and Keith Allen. He released his first EP Like a Human in 2019.
Rrussell very kindly agreed to be on the show, and I hope you enjoy this special interview!
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Tom invites Rrussell Bell, a prolific musician and former member of Gary Numan's band, to share his experiences and insights from his extensive career. Rrussell reflects on his early days in the entertainment world, growing up in a family of performers, and how that shaped his artistic journey. He discusses his transition from an aspiring guitarist to joining Tubeway Army, highlighting the challenges and excitement of auditioning for Gary Numan. The conversation delves into memorable moments from their tours, including the immense popularity of Numan in the late '70s and the exhilarating atmosphere of live performances. Rrussell also touches on his diverse career beyond music, including writing jingles and comedy, and hints at upcoming projects with Dramatis, emphasizing his enduring passion for creating music.
Takeaways:
- Rrussell Bell discusses his early life growing up in a family of entertainers, including trapeze artists and comedians.
- He shares how he first became a fan of Gary Numan after seeing him perform on television during the 1970s.
- Bell highlights the unique experience of touring with Gary Numan, recalling the excitement and challenges of live performances.
- The recording process for albums with Numan involved a collaborative effort, allowing band members to contribute creatively.
- Bell reflects on the bittersweet feelings surrounding the end of Numan's career during the Wembley gigs, leading to the formation of Jamatis.
- His diverse career spans music, comedy writing, and jingles, showcasing his multifaceted talent in the entertainment industry.
Previous episodes
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44 - Rrussell Bell interview Mon, 30 Sep 2024 - 0h
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43 - Don't Be a Dummy Wed, 07 Aug 2024 - 0h
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42 - Bill Sharpe interview Fri, 12 Jul 2024 - 0h
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41 - Your Fascination Mon, 24 Jun 2024 - 0h
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40 - Metal Sat, 18 May 2024 - 0h
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39 - Donovan Silver/John Webb interview Mon, 22 Apr 2024
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38 - My Shadow in Vain Tue, 02 Apr 2024 - 0h
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37 - Andy Gray interview Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 0h
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36 - Dark Tue, 27 Feb 2024 - 0h
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35 - Chris Payne Interview Mon, 19 Feb 2024
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34 - Remind Me to Smile Mon, 22 Jan 2024 - 0h
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33 - I Can't Stop Fri, 15 Dec 2023 - 0h
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32 - I Die: You Die Sat, 18 Nov 2023 - 0h
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31 - Berserker Mon, 30 Oct 2023 - 0h
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30 - Here in the Black Sun, 15 Oct 2023 - 0h
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29 - Please Push No More Tue, 26 Sep 2023 - 0h
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28 - Thereza Bazar Interview Fri, 08 Sep 2023 - 0h
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27 - Rip Fri, 01 Sep 2023 - 0h
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26 - Tubeway Days: Chris Fielding Interview Tue, 15 Aug 2023 - 0h
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25 - Me! I Disconnect from You Sun, 06 Aug 2023 - 0h
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24 - New Anger Mon, 10 Jul 2023 - 0h
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23 - We Take Mystery (To Bed) Mon, 26 Jun 2023 - 0h
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22 - M.E. Fri, 09 Jun 2023 - 0h
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21 - Jo the Waiter Mon, 22 May 2023 - 0h
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20 - The Fall Wed, 03 May 2023 - 0h
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19 - She's Got Claws Fri, 07 Apr 2023 - 0h
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18 - Heart Tue, 14 Mar 2023 - 0h
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17 - This Wreckage Sat, 18 Feb 2023 - 0h
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16 - Magic Tue, 31 Jan 2023 - 0h
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15 - Films Thu, 29 Dec 2022 - 0h
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14 - Intruder Sun, 27 Nov 2022 - 0h
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13 - I Dream of Wires Sun, 13 Nov 2022 - 0h
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12 - Down in the Park Mon, 24 Oct 2022 - 0h
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11 - Cars Wed, 28 Sep 2022 - 0h
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10 - Music for Chameleons Sun, 11 Sep 2022 - 0h
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9 - Everyday I Die Wed, 24 Aug 2022 - 0h
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8 - Halo Tue, 09 Aug 2022 - 0h
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7 - Warriors Thu, 28 Jul 2022 - 0h
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6 - My Name is Ruin Mon, 11 Jul 2022 - 0h
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5 - Stories Wed, 29 Jun 2022 - 0h
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4 - We Are Glass Fri, 17 Jun 2022 - 0h
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3 - A Prayer for the Unborn Sat, 04 Jun 2022 - 0h
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2 - Are 'Friends' Electric? Fri, 01 Apr 2022 - 0h
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1 - Electric Friends - A Gary Numan Podcast: An Intro Wed, 09 Mar 2022 - 0h