Music that, whether intentionally or not, has similarities to that of David Bowie
While writing my “Bowie and politics” series, I wanted to come up with some examples of songs that expressed political ideas opposite, or at least very different, from those in Bowie songs. I came up with a bunch of examples…
Talking Heads’ “Life During Wartime” (1979) became part of my personal soundtrack during the early days of the Covid lockdown. I’ve always liked the song's frenetic energy, David Byrne's detached delivery, and… I’m not even sure why I like the…
I’m still in a state of awe from seeing The Rolling Stones in Massachusetts last week (read more HERE). So, I’m taking a moment to briefly reflect on how the Stones influenced Bowie and vice versa. Though Bowie had been…
If you’re reading this, I’m going to assume this isn’t the first time you’ve encountered something comparing Bowie’s “Space Oddity” (1969) with Elton John’s “Rocket Man (1972).” Did the one influence the other? Did Elton rip off Bowie? Was Bowie…
What does Joy Division’s “Atmosphere” have in common with David Bowie’s “‘Heroes’”? I wouldn’t think much. But DoM clearly sees something that probably nobody else could, without the guidance of his two mashups combining the two songs. Two? Yes— he…
I once saw filmmaker Oliver Stone give a lecture and stood in line to ask him a question. When I had my chance, I asked him about a scene in his movie, Nixon, that seemed to suggest that Watergate and…
A few weeks ago I chose, as “cover of the week,” a great rendition of “Starman” by a British musician who goes by W3st. I liked what he did with the song and I liked his voice, so I asked…
KillerStar is an extraordinary band with an extraordinary debut album. The music is great, on its own, with no need to know anything else. But there are special toy surprises for Bowie fans. To begin with, the band's name is…
Simon Critchley has figured out how to be heard. The renown philosopher’s words are expressed in books, articles, podcasts, interviews, newspapers, lectures, audiobooks and… song. One of those interviews I mentioned was with me, which came about because one of…
According to Moby, who toured with David Bowie in the Area2 festival in 2002, Bowie was part of the inspiration for this song. It's Moby's song, so I'll take his word for it. Supposedly, Brian Eno's "Spider and Me" has…