Guy Perryman Interviews

A conversation with Spacey Jane – indie rock group members Caleb Harper and Peppa Lane chatting in Tokyo in October 2026 about how happy they were performing for the first time for their fans in Japan, music that makes you cry, writing lyrics about topics difficult to talk about, spiders and snakes in Australia and more!!

A conversation with Sadig Babayev - Counsellor at the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Japan discussing at the InterFM studio Tokyo in November 2026 about destinations, food, music and more from his home.

A conversation with Melanie C aka Sporty Spice from Spice Girls - phoning in to my live morning radio programme in Tokyo in November 2026 chatting about her upcoming show in Tokyo, bringing her daughter to Japan for the first time, the thrill of the Spice Girls days, her sporty sweaty new music, discovering the real Melanie C, and more!!

A conversation with Jim Booth OBE – British Council Director for Japan and North East Asia chatting in October 2026 about his incredible experiences around the globe, being appointed OBE, loving being in Japan and encouraging people to connect through language and culture, and life as a music loving drummer!!

A conversation with Teenage Fanclub – Scottish indie rock band founding members Norman Blake and Raymond McGinley in Tokyo in September 2026 talking about longevity in the pop biz, mixing up the band members instruments and roles, the joy of songwriting, recording their latest album in the Hebrides, what they love about Tokyo, and more.

A conversation with LEO - koto player who puts a modern vibe into the traditional Japanese musical instrument chatting at the InterFM studio Hanzomon, Tokyo in October 2026 about his collaborations with a variety of musicians including a drummer and a cellist, experimenting with electronic sounds, recent recording sessions in China and upcoming collaboration with me performing at my silent films with live onstage narration event MIC! PROJECTOR! ACTION! in Tokyo on Sunday November 1st 2026.

A conversation with The Rubens - Australian alternative rock band brothers Elliott and Sam Margin and their tour documentary maker Robert Roworth chatting live on air on Guy's morning radio show in Tokyo in October 2026 about their music, songwriting as therapy, surprises in their music travels, the power of music crossing all barriers, goannas and more.

A conversation with Misha music producer/songwriter from Finland and BeMyFiasco soul singer/songwriter from Texas - who collaborate in the studio and on stage, chatting in Tokyo in September 2026 about how they started making music together, the Grammy nomination, their first live shows together in Japan, how location inspires the music, and more.

A conversation with Imaani – vocalist with acid jazz groups Incognito and Citrus Sun plus many other collaborations and solo projects sharing stories from her music life including a debut performance at a Jocelyn Brown home party, recording with Bluey and Incognito for the first time, why performing at Blue Note Tokyo is so special, pre-stage nerves and more.

A conversation with Graham Harvey – keyboardist and music director for acid jazz groups Incognito and Citrus Sun plus pianist for numerous artists including Stacey Kent, George Benson, Chaka Khan, Jocelyn Brown, Mica Paris, Philip Bailey, Omar and more sharing stories from his music life on stage and in the studio.

A conversation with Andrea Ho - radio broadcaster/producer/educator and Trailblazer Award recipient chatting at Radio Days Asia radio conference in Jakarta in September 2026, sharing her thoughts on the unique bond between radio broadcasters and their audience and more. 

A conversation with Element - Indonesian rock band chatting with me while I was at Radio Days Asia radio conference in Jakarta in September 2026 sharing stories from their extremely successful career, what it was like hearing their music on the radio for the first time, and more.

A conversation with Indonesian Embassy Tokyo Sociocultural Affairs Minister Aula - chatting with me just before I depart for Radio Days Asia radio conference in Jakarta in September 2026, sharing some fun travel tips for the journey.

A conversation with Yeo Guang Jin - founder of Singapore based company 1UPMedia chatting at Radio Days Asia radio conference in Jakarta in September 2026, sharing his thoughts (with a lot of pizazz) on audio in a visual world, or visuals for an audio world.

A conversation with Okki - Prambors FM Indonesia General Manager and broadcaster chatting at Radio Days Asia radio conference in Jakarta in September 2026, sharing his thoughts on his radio career and radio station going full circle.

A conversation with Good Neighbours – indie rock duo who performed at Summer Sonic in Japan in August 2026 sharing their festival experiences, the moment of almost giving up on music, making “blue sky” music, and are they really good neighbours?

A conversation with December 10 – audition TV show boy band who performed at Summer Sonic in Japan in August 2026 sharing their festival experiences, the whirlwind past eight months, the importance of music in their lives, favourite travel destinations... and what is Simon really like?

A conversation with Boy Soda - singer/songwriter who performed at Summer Sonic in Japan in August 2026 sharing his festival experience immediately after coming off stage, how the vibrations in a room create the music, taking us on an oceanside walk in Sydney, and more.

A conversation with The Guest List – Manchester rock band who performed at Summer Sonic in Japan in August 2026 sharing their festival experiences, writing lyrics that can change people's lives, upcoming debut album, recommended music spots in Manchester, who's guest list they'd like to be on and more.

A conversation with Nectar Woode – soulful singer/songwriter who performed at Summer Sonic in Japan in August 2026 sharing her festival experiences including performing at Glastonbury festival, the joy of connecting with the fan community, writing a song with Elton John and more.

A conversation with Florence Road – Irish rock band who performed at Summer Sonic in Japan in August 2026 sharing their festival experiences, starting the band in a garden shed, what they've learnt on the road touring with other artists, recommended destinations in Ireland and more.

A conversation with Cardinals – Irish alternative rock band who performed at Summer Sonic in Japan in August 2026 sharing their festival experiences, the rare sound of an accordion in rock, the power of music and more.

A conversation with Nick Heyward - singer/songwriter with Haircut 100 and solo releases discussing in July 2026 about achieving the teen dream of becoming a pop star followed by frontman fear, the return of Haircut 100 with a new album after 40 years, writing sunny songs like a lotus out of punk mud, upcoming live shows in Japan and more.

A conversation with Julia Longbottom CMG - British Ambassador to Japan live on air on The Guy Perryman Show on InterFM in Tokyo early morning Thursday 30 July 2026 as the Ambassador is about to bid farewell to Japan sharing experiences from the past five years of her tenure including the strong relationship between the UK and Japan, a day in the life of Ambassador, her proudest achievements in the role, not just professional but personal moments in Japan and how the country has been a major part of her life, plus the stories behind some of the Ambassador's favourite music...

A conversation with Bohemian Betyars – Hungarian folk-punk group chatting at Fuji Rock Festival 2026 after their powerful live set on the White Stage about their fusion of traditional folk and ska, family singalongs until the sun rises, a mosh-loving Japanese audience, how to pogo while playing violin and more!!

A conversation with Yuuf – instrumental group based in London with four members from across Europe chatting at Fuji Rock Festival 2026 after their live set at the Field of Heaven about how location inspires their music and performances, what they loved about being with Japanese fans for the first time surrounded by trees in the mountains, expressing emotion and even crying through instrumental music, and more.

A conversation with Ryan Molloy - West End and Broadway stage musical star, singer/songwriter, and sometimes Frankie Goes to Hollywood stadium show singer chatting in Tokyo in July 2026 about making money singing karaoke, his record-breaking run on stage in London, an unrehearsed singing moment with Barbra Streisand, what has inspired his latest album, his upcoming live shows in Japan and more.

A conversation with Baby Mary - the Harajuku Queen of Kawaii pioneering fashion designer and store owner chatting over afternoon tea prepared by Baby Mary at her Miss Faline salon Aoyama, Tokyo in June 2026 about being inspired by London's fashion superstars, getting life advice from her mother, the joy of meeting amazing people in her shops, the power of music, radio, mermaids and more.

A conversation with The Belair Lip Bombs – indie rockers (who are actually from Frankston, Australia not Belair) in Tokyo for the first time in June 2026 sharing stories about their “getting better” music, their live shows across the globe, their favourite destinations and food, two verses four wheeled human-powered transport, and why they are called what they are.

A conversation with cast members of Blast - the big brassy stage show touring Japan in summer 2026 discussing their personal musical journeys, what they love about the show, the immersive "massage" the show will give you, and more. The chat was recorded in Tokyo in June 2026 with cast members bouncing back and forth in English and Japanese - a truly cultural-crossing musical community!

A conversation with Nation of Language – three-member synth pop group transporting us back to the future via the sound of 80's new wave discussing - during the 2026 cherry blossom season in Tokyo - the power of music, the love of performing live, how to switch off 21st century distractions, recommended New York destinations and more.

A conversation with Arlo Parks – singer/songwriter visiting Tokyo in May 2026 for a secret fashion event discussing nocturnal moments and the communal spirit of a dance floor inspiring her latest album Ambiguous Desire, plus the power of music, upcoming show at Fuji Rock Festival 2026, a recommended music destination in London and more!!

A conversation with Royel Otis - indie pop duo during their live tour to Tokyo in February 2026 discussing love bites, meeting the right people for creative projects and making music in Byron Bay, Australia, how fame alters everything, a murder on the dance floor and more.

A conversation with Nao Yoshioka – soul singer talking in Tokyo during a cherry blossom filled change of season about positive change through music, plus writing and performing the music to match life changing experiences in New York, London, a rainforest in Sydney, around the world and more.

A conversation with Samantha Fish – guitarist/singer/songwriter backstage at Blue Note Tokyo in February 2026 discussing her blues rock music, live stage experiences in Japan, recording experiences in the studio with Jon Spencer (note T-shirt) and what to do if there is an air guitarist in the audience!!

A conversation with Little Barrie & Malcolm Catto - fuzz guitar superstar Barrie Cadogan and his bandmate Lewis Wharton with producer/drummer Malcolm Catto chatting about their live shows in Japan in February 2026, studio moments recording their collaborative album Electric War, contributing to Peaky Blinders and Better Call Saul TV series' theme songs and more.

A conversation with Tony Momrelle and Cleo Reign Stewart - singers with acid jazz group Incognito chatting backstage at Blue Note Tokyo in January 2026 about why they love working with the group’s founder and leader Bluey, their side projects with various artists including Sade and London Community Gospel Choir,  solo projects, the power of music, recommended music spots in London and more.

A conversation with Calum Scott - singer whose career took off by auditioning for Britain’s Got Talent in 2015 and has gone on to global stardom chatting backstage at Toyosu Pitt Tokyo in January 2026 before a live show about his latest album Avenoir inspired by the ability to look at your future memories, plus why he's performing in so many large and smaller cities around the world, how he copes with the madness of the music business, bringing his mum up on stage on tour, and more.

A conversation with Jung Jaeil - musician and composer who created the soundtracks for screen blockbusters including Parasite, Squid Game and Mickey 17 discussing how he approaches writing music for the screen, his "failed" first music project, learning to love live experiences with full symphony orchestras, how the power of music heals the wounds between countries, never giving up and more.

A conversation with Elizabeth Bougerol - of fabulous New York City jazz band The Hot Sardines backstage at Cotton Club Tokyo in December 2025 chatting as bubbly as Champagne about her new projects inspired by more fabulous jazz, noir movies, plus French and Japanese cuisine, motherhood, and living life in the moment!!