Unscripted

On Unscripted this week, Nina is joined by legendary soul singer Beverley Knight and Tina Treadwell to discuss their new West End show ‘The Drifters Girl’.

The pair have brought the remarkable story of '60s group ‘The Drifters’ to stage with Beverley taking on the role of iconic manager Faye Treadwell.

Faye Treadwell is considered the first ever female African American music manager and bravely fought for her place in the industry. She also paved the way for many women like her daughter Tina.

They discuss what it was like to be a Black woman executive during that time, getting back on stage after lockdown and the power of the group’s timeless songs.

In a special episode of Unscripted, Nina is joined by House of Gucci star Lady Gaga.

The actress and singer plays Patrizia Gucci in Sir Ridley Scott’s crime drama, a socialite who had her fashion dynasty heir husband Maurizio Gucci murdered in a case that gripped Italy.

Gaga tells Nina she's unlikely to ever meet Patrizia Gucci and says she thinks Patrizia "deeply regrets" what she did.

The star also addressed controversy about the film, saying she "extends her heart" to Patrizia's daughters and and "cares deeply that this must be very painful".

On Unscripted this week, Nina is joined by Andy Summers, former guitarist with The Police.

Andy tells us about keeping busy with his new solo album, new book, and new photography.

He chats to Nina about taking pictures on the road with The Police as they sky rocketed to fame in the 1980s, becoming the biggest band in the world.

And Andy gives us the lowdown on the chances of a reunion - but certainly not with a Las Vegas residency like his former bandmate Sting.

On Unscripted this week, Nina is joined by former guitarist for The Smiths, Johnny Marr.

Ahead of his upcoming solo record and album, Fever Dreams Pts 1-4, Marr reveals what is was like playing guitar for the new Bond soundtrack - and working with Billie Eilish.

The musician tells Nina why he thinks Brexit spells "disaster" for UK artists.

The pair chat all things Manchester, and why the city still keeps on producing some of the best of British music talent.

And, of course, we had to ask the question - will The Smiths ever reunite?

On Unscripted this week, Nina is joined by Ward Thomas, the first British country act to have a number one album.

Ahead of climate summit COP26, the twin sisters tell Nina about Busking For Our Planet, their pop-up street performances in aid of various environmental charities.

They also explain how their upbringing on a farm informed their climate change activism.

And in an increasingly environmentally conscious world, should musicians forsake international tours? Ward Thomas share their thoughts.

On Unscripted this week, Nina is joined by drummer Roger Taylor.

The Queen legend talks about heading out on tour as a solo artist for the first time in two decades.

Roger remembers frontman Freddie Mercury, 30 years on since his death, and reveals he thinks about his friend "every day".

Could there be a second Bohemian Rhapsody film? Roger tells Nina there's much, much more of Queen's story to tell.

And the musician gives his thoughts on when it's time to put the drumsticks down.

On Unscripted this week, Nina is joined by author and former children's laureate Malorie Blackman, creator of the hit series Noughts & Crosses.

After 20 years, Malorie talks about the series coming to an end with the final novel, Endgame.

She tells Nina what's changed in the discussion about race in that time, but how there remains a lot to change "in terms of understanding and living together in peace."

And Malorie explains why Stormzy may just get a mention in her autobiography.

On Unscripted this week, Nina is joined by world-renowned violinist Nicola Benedetti.
Nicola tells us about adding a Grammy to her many accolades, and winning the battle for free music lessons in Scotland.

The pair also delve into the pop vs classical music debate - Nicola explains why she thinks the latter simply can't be compared to Beyoncé.

On Unscripted this week, Nina is joined by Allan Mustafa, aka 'MC Grindah' from People Just Do Nothing.

Allan tells us about the mockumentary's move to the big screen with new movie Big in Japan.

The pair discuss what's next for Decoy, DJ Beats, Steves, MC Grindah and Chabuddy G.

And, of course, bigging up Brentford.

On Unscripted this week, Nina is joined by chart-topping singer-songwriter Natalie Imbruglia.

Natalie talks about having her first child, in her 40s, via sperm donation and IVF.

She also chats to Nina about experiencing "very real" writer's block and explains how a trip to Nashville helped get her back on track.

The pair also discuss Natalie's big break back into the music industry with Firebird - her first album in six years.