Dave Stewart Featured in Classic Pop Magazine’s October 2026 Issue

The October 2026 edition features a substantial interview with Dave, written by Annie Zaleski, and it's one of those pieces that feels like much more than a quick album promotion. Alongside discussion of his new album The Way It Was Back Then, Dave reflects on key moments from across his career, sharing stories and observations that long-time fans will particularly enjoy.

Without spoiling too much, the feature explores the unusual way the new album was recorded, with Dave explaining how many of the songs emerged in a remarkably spontaneous fashion. There is also plenty of discussion about creativity, songwriting and the places that have inspired him over the years.

Eurythmics fans will be pleased to know that Annie Lennox and Eurythmics are very much part of the conversation. Dave looks back on the band's incredible rise and shares some thoughts on what that period of his life was really like. There are also a few fascinating references to the recording of Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) that many readers will find hard to resist.

The interview also touches on Dave's Sunderland roots, his admiration for Bob Dylan, the continuing story of Ebony McQueen, and some of the creative projects that keep him busy away from music. As always with Dave, one topic quickly leads to another, making for a really enjoyable read.

If you've been enjoying Dave's recent work, or simply want to spend some time hearing him reflect on an extraordinary career that now spans more than five decades, this feature is well worth picking up.

Classic Pop Magazine October 2026 is available now from magazine retailers and online.