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Numanme Radio Podcast will be playing you some of the best Classic Alternative, New Wave, Dark Wave, Synth-Pop, and Punk. Also, a staple diet of Gary Numan/Tubeway Army without question. Shows will be updated here when they become available.
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Discover Gary Numan quotes Here you will find a list of random quotes from the man himself Mr. Gary Numan some about life and he's success, little snippets into the life of Gary Numan....
45th Anniversary Expanded Edition With 4 Unreleased Bonus Tracks Including Never Before Heard Song “Like A B-Film”
Gary Numan’s second studio album...
Telekon - 45th Anniversary Pre Order
24/10/25
45th Anniversary Expanded Edition With 4 Unreleased Bonus Tracks Including Never Before Heard Song “Like A B-Film”
Gary Numan’s second studio album TELEKON was released in 1980 and was his third successive #1 album in the UK. Gary refers to this album, along with its two predecessors, Tubeway Army’s Replicas and his debut solo album The Pleasure Principle, as the “machine” phase of his career. While it was hard to follow up the previous releases, Telekon proved to be hugely influential. Unlike its predecessors, Telekon had plenty of guitars, along with strings and lush synthesizer textures. Trent Reznor claimed to have listened to it every day during the making of Pretty Hate Machine.
Earlier this year, a visit to Gary’s archive allowed for a deep dig, and amongst all the treasures, unreleased Telekon material was found. We are thrilled to include four unreleased tracks on this expanded edition of Telekon. “Like A B-Film” is a completely unreleased, not quite finished track from the album’s sessions. The other three tracks are previously unreleased early versions of “Please Push No More”, “Aircrash Bureau” and “I’m An Agent”. Pressed onto double rainbow sparkle black vinyl, the album has been remastered by Geoff Pesche at Abbey Road and includes revised artwork by Michael Speed at Beggars, who has frequently collaborated with Gary on his Beggars reissues. It also includes a replica of the original 1980 12-page Telekon tour booklet.
“Telekon has always held a rather warm place for me whenever I look back at the early years. I was very proud of it. I thought the production had moved up a gear for one thing. I was also proud of the fact that I’d not gone the commercial route and tried to repeat the formula and sound of “Cars” and “Are ‘Friends’ Electric?” I was still trying to move forward, find new sounds. It was a reasonably bold stance I think, to not follow a safer, more formulaic path, as I suddenly had a lot to lose after the success of the year before.” – Gary Numan
Five Decades of Numan: The Alien Within Paperback – 3 Aug. 2025
by Medusa Vidic (Author)
In the neon-li...
Five Decades of Numan The Alien Within
10/10/25
Five Decades of Numan The Alien Within Book
Five Decades of Numan: The Alien Within Paperback – 3 Aug. 2025
by Medusa Vidic (Author)
In the neon-lit haze of 1979 London, a young Gary Numan, born Gary Webb, emerged from the punk underground with a futuristic vision that would change music forever. Armed with a Minimoog and a cold, robotic persona, he crafted hits like “Are ‘Friends’ Electric?” and “Cars,” blending synth-pop’s icy pulses with raw emotion. His dystopian lyrics, inspired by sci-fi giants like Philip K. Dick, spoke of alienation and technology, resonating with a generation on the cusp of the digital age. From chart-topping glory to the struggles of the 1980s, Numan’s resilience shone through, his later industrial works like Splinter and Intruder earning critical acclaim. A licensed pilot, autism advocate, and devoted family man, Numan’s story is one of reinvention and enduring influence, inspiring artists from Nine Inch Nails to Lady Gaga.
Dive into the life of this synth-pop pioneer—Buy Now to explore Gary Numan’s electrifying journey!
Electronic Sound Issue 130 Gary Numan transparent red vinyl seven-inch single
Electronic Sound Issue 130 Gary Numan transparent red vinyl seven-inch single
10/10/25
Electronic Sound Issue 130 Gary Numan transparent red vinyl seven-inch single
£14.99
Gary Numan + ‘I’m An Ag...
Electronic Sound Issue 130 Gary Numan transparent red vinyl seven-inch single
10/10/25
Electronic Sound Issue 130 Gary Numan transparent red vinyl seven-inch single
£14.99
Gary Numan + ‘I’m An Agent‘ / ‘Remind Me To Smile‘ transparent red vinyl seven-inch single
Red alert!! Ahead of a UK tour to mark the 45th anniversary of his seminal 'Telekon' album, Electronic Sound are delighted to have GARY NUMAN on the cover of this month's Electronic Sound. Electronic Sound are bundling the issue with an awesome red vinyl seven-inch too, which is an exclusive release featuring two tracks from 'Telekon' selected for us by the great man himself.
Gary Numan's 'Telekon' album was a stark and futuristic landmark of electronic music, but it was also the sound of a young man struggling to come to terms with his sudden and often overwhelming fame. At one point in 1980, with three records sitting in the UK Top 20, everybody wanted a piece of him. 'Telekon' is one of the main topics of our lengthy and detailed conversation with Numan, in which he talks candidly about death threats, stalkers, plane crashes, ghosts and much more, explaining what it was really like to live with the machines while the world lost its head all around him. It's a hugely entertaining read, both for ardent Numanoids and curious onlookers alike.
As ever, Electronic Sound have a strong supporting cast for our cover story. Our other interviews include CARLOS ALOMAR and GEORGE MURRAY, two notable members of David Bowie's band, British dub pioneer ADRIAN SHERWOOD, and industrial provocateurs FINITRIBE. Plus art rock legend BILL NELSON, oddball duo SCISSORGUN, synthppop maverick JOHN MAUS, freewheeling producer SUDAN ARCHIVES, and genre-spanning composer EMMA-JEAN THACKRAY. The past, present and future of electronica awaits you!
Alongside this month's magazine Electronic Sound also have an exclusive and limited edition GARY NUMAN seven-inch on red vinyl. The record features two of the highlights of 'Telekon' – 'I'm An Agent' and 'Remind Me To Smile' – with both of the tracks having been personally chosen for this release by Numan.
"I've always loved how 'I'm An Agent' came to me in a dream," he says, adding that it's his favourite track on 'Telekon'. "I woke up with it in my head, so I rang my mum and dad's house and sang it onto their answerphone. I love the way it starts with that rumble as well. It screams in, right from the beginning. I was pleased with it at the time and I've stayed pleased with it ever since."
"With 'Remind Me To Smile', that's about my disillusionment with being famous," continues Numan. "It was based on the fact that I was often told to smile, but my whole look was based on how I didn't like smiling. I'd think to myself, 'I don't want to and I'm not particularly happy anyway'. I still don't like smiling. I'm terrible at it."
01. Numanme intro - shit mix
02. Japan - Ghosts (Matt One 2025 Remix)
03. Gary Numan - The Seed Of A Lie (Abstrakt Remix)
04. Emmon, Majestoluxe - Blood on the Ceil...
Episode 64
30/09/25
Episode 64
01. Numanme intro - shit mix
02. Japan - Ghosts (Matt One 2025 Remix)
03. Gary Numan - The Seed Of A Lie (Abstrakt Remix)
1,000: Live at the Electric Ballroom Triple Vinyl and 2CD/Blu-ray
1,000: Live at the Electric Ballroom Triple Vinyl and 2CD/Blu-ray
24/09/25
Released On: 7 Nov 2025
Available to pre-order on a Triple Vinyl and 2CD/Blu-ray.
On 15 April 2023, Gary Numan marked a ...
1,000: Live at the Electric Ballroom Triple Vinyl and 2CD/Blu-ray
24/09/25
Released On: 7 Nov 2025
Available to pre-order on a Triple Vinyl and 2CD/Blu-ray.
On 15 April 2023, Gary Numan marked a monumental milestone in a lengthy career with his 1,000th live performance, at the Electric Ballroom in London’s Camden Town. The show, the last of three sold-out gigs at the iconic venue, was a testament to Numan's enduring influence and the unwavering devotion of his fans.
Gary Numan shares the role of obsession in his music and life
Gary Numan shares the role of obsession in his music and life
23/09/25
Released On: 22 Sep 2025Available for 29 days
Grounding is a series which celebrates the unique perspectives and creativity...
Gary Numan shares the role of obsession in his music and life
23/09/25
Released On: 22 Sep 2025Available for 29 days
Grounding is a series which celebrates the unique perspectives and creativity of neurodivergent artists. Across the series they explore how neurodiversity shapes their relationship with music and highlight the songs that hold personal significance.
Critically acclaimed, multi-award winning, musical legend Gary Numan discusses how being autistic shapes his emotional life. He reflects on how he expresses his feelings, reacts in a way people wouldn’t usually expect and how songwriting used to be an emotional release. Alongside personal stories, Gary offers a curation of music with tracks from Deftones and Led Zeppelin finishing with a 20-minute mix to close the show.
2026 sees the publication of Gary Numan – A People’s History by Spenwood Books of Manchester, UK.
This oral history will tell Gary’s story through the wor...
Gary Numan – A People’s History
23/09/25
2026 sees the publication of Gary Numan – A People’s History by Spenwood Books of Manchester, UK.
This oral history will tell Gary’s story through the words of fans, friends and collaborators. Spenwood want to hear your memories, whether it’s seeing Gary in concert, having a favourite song or talking about your album collection. You might have been a fan since the beginning, or you might just have discovered Gary and his music.
Either way, Spenwood want to hear from you at garynumanbook@gmail.com.
Stories should be around 400-500 words in length. Every submission will receive an acknowledgement from the book’s editor, and as we approach publication they’ll let you know if your story has made it into the book...
Gary Numan is proud to announce that the support for my Telekon 45th Anniversary Tour
Gary Numan is proud to announce that the support for my Telekon 45th Anniversary Tour
18/09/25
Gary Numan is proud to announce that the support for he's Telekon 45th Anniversary Tour in November ...
Gary Numan is proud to announce that the support for my Telekon 45th Anniversary Tour
18/09/25
Gary Numan is proud to announce that the support for he's Telekon 45th Anniversary Tour in November will be Raven Numan. Raven also has a new single coming out but more on that very soon..
Gary Numan shares the role of obsession in his music and life
Gary Numan shares the role of obsession in his music and life
18/09/25
Grounding is a series which celebrates the unique perspectives and creativity of neurodivergent artists. Across the series th...
Gary Numan shares the role of obsession in his music and life
18/09/25
Grounding is a series which celebrates the unique perspectives and creativity of neurodivergent artists. Across the series they explore how neurodivergence shapes their relationship with music and highlight the songs that hold personal significance. Critically acclaimed, multi-award winning, musical legend Gary Numan opens up about being autistic and how he interacts with the world differently. For Gary, music isn’t something he listens to for comfort or relaxation, writing music is a tool to cope with the world. He reflects on the intensity of his creative process and the role obsession plays in shaping both his music and his perspective, revealing how his neurodivergence is a gift, not a disorder. Alongside deeply personal stories, Gary shares a selection of music from the early days when he was obsessed with music to now being obsessed with certain songs, with tracks from his daughter Raven Numan and Nine Inch Nails finishing with a 20-minute mix to close the show.
The first of three 2 hour radio shows will be broadcast tonight at 11pm (UK time) on BBC 6Music. The programmes looks at how being on the spectrum colours Gary Numan life and music. Tonight’s episode focus’s on Obsession. Episode 2 will be broadcast on Monday, episode 3 on Tuesday.
