INTERVIEW: Simon Napier-Bell on his new documentary – George Michael: Portrait of an Artist

Simon Napier-Bell

In episode #139 of The XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar meets legendary music manager Simon Napier-Bell to discuss his latest documentary – George Michael: Portrait of an Artist.

Simon Napier-Bell is an English record producer, music manager, author and journalist. Simon has managed artists as diverse as the Yardbirds, Marc Bolan, Japan, Ultravox, Wham! and many more. In this interview, Simon talks about managing Wham! in the 80s, organising their concert in China, turning down The Pet Shop Boys, and we go in-depth about his brilliant documentary George Michael: Portrait of an Artist.

Listen to episode #139 of The XS Noize Podcast with Simon Napier-Bell – BELOW:

Previous XS Noize Podcast guests have been Matt GossBilly NomatesTom MeighanToyah Wilcox, Midge UreTravis, John LydonNew OrderThe KillersTito JacksonSimple Minds, Divine ComedyShaun RyderGary NumanSleaford Mods, and Nik Kershaw.

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George Michael: Portrait of an Artist

George Michael: Portrait of an Artist dives deeper into who George really was – a kind and generous person who ultimately fought many demons while being front and centre as one of the most famous musicians of his time – through never before heard anecdotal stories of his closest friends and allies.

 

Xsnoize Author
Mark Millar is the founder of XS Noize and host of the XS Noize Podcast, where he interviews top music artists and emerging talent. Known for insightful, in-depth conversations, Mark brings a passionate, fan-first approach to music journalism. Favourite album: Achtung Baby by U2. Follow on X: @mark_xsnoize.

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