Graham Gouldman featured on Pop: The History Makers

Nick Oliver • September 25, 2026

Graham Gouldman featured on Pop: The History Makers

10cc co-founder Graham Gouldman is the latest guest on Pop: The History Makers, in an in-depth new interview exploring a songwriting career that spans more than six decades. The conversation covers Graham’s early success as the writer of 1960s classics including “For Your Love”, “Heart Full of Soul”, “Bus Stop”, “Look Through Any Window” and “No Milk Today”, before following the story through the formation and extraordinary success of 10cc.


Graham reflects on the creative chemistry between himself, Eric Stewart, Kevin Godley and Lol Creme, and discusses the making of enduring 10cc favourites including “I’m Not in Love”, “The Things We Do for Love” and “Dreadlock Holiday”. The interview also looks beyond 10cc to his work with Wax and Andrew Gold, his production work with the Ramones, and the craft of writing songs that continue to resonate across generations.


The 54-minute episode is available now to watch via Pop: The History Makers. Graham will also tour the UK with his semi-acoustic Heart Full of Songs band throughout October 2026, including a London date at Cadogan Hall on 29 October.

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