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Episode 2

A look at the writers, musicians and composers who inspired David Bowie throughout his career, featuring interviews from people he worked alongside. First broadcast in 2013.

Another chance to heat Matt Everitt's programme looking at the people who inspired David Bowie to make music - the writers, musicians, composers and artists who've helped shape his work.

By exploring the the music Bowie loves and sharing insights from those with whom Bowie has worked, the programme charts the ways that Bowie's songs have evolved over the years.

With contributions from many Bowie collaborators, such as Dave Grohl, Frank Black, Nile Rogers, Neil Tennant, Tony Visconti, Rick Wakeman, Brian Eno, Moby and Billy Corgan. We also hear from musicians who cite him as a major influence, including Simon Le Bon, Johnny Marr, Martin Fry, Sinead O'Connor and Wayne Coyne.

First broadcast in 2013.

30 minutes

Last on

Fri 18 Jan 2019 02:00

Music Played

  • David Bowie

    A New Career In A New Town

    • Low.
    • EMI.
    • 7.
  • Iggy Pop

    Nightclubbing

    • VIrgin.
  • David Bowie

    China Girl

    • David Bowie - Best Of Bowie.
    • EMI.
  • Spandau Ballet

    To Cut A Long Story Short

    • Fantastic 80's - 3 (Various Artists).
    • Sony Tv/Columbia.
  • David Bowie

    Ashes to Ashes

    • EMI.
  • David Bowie

    Let's Dance

    • David Bowie - Best Of Bowie.
    • EMI.
  • David Bowie

    Modern Love

    • EMI.
  • David Bowie

    I'm Afraid Of Americans (Nine Inch Nails V1 Remix)

    Remix Artist: Nine Inch Nails.
    • David Bowie - Best Of Bowie.
    • EMI.
  • David Bowie

    Hallo Spaceboy (Pet Shop Boys remix) (feat. Pet Shop Boys)

    Remix Artist: Pet Shop Boys.
    • David Bowie - Best Of Bowie.
    • EMI.
  • David Bowie

    Cactus

    • COLUMBIA.
  • David Bowie

    Where Are We Now?

Broadcasts

  • Wed 3 Apr 2013 00:00
  • Fri 3 Jan 2014 00:00
  • Fri 8 Jan 2016 02:00
  • Fri 6 Jan 2017 02:00
  • Fri 18 Jan 2019 02:00