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BowiesplainingTalking and tomfoolery through the discography of David Bowie Author: Erik & Dan
Does this sound familiar? You've listened to David Bowie's music, but you never really connected with it. Maybe you've tried a few Best-Of compilations. Maybe you watched Labyrinth and wanted to know more about Gareth's, um, area. And that leaves you feeling frustrated, like you're missing out on something truly special. It's time to put an end to that disappointment and join us on the Bowiesplaining podcast, where we delve into the world of Bowie with engaging and humorous discussions that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for his music. A Bowie enthusiast and a novice embark on a hilarious odyssey through David Bowie's catalog, with the diehard fan's encyclopedic knowledge leading to comical corrections and the rookie's goal of exploring the iconic artist's music creating a delightful clash of expertise and discovery. Language: en-us Genres: Music, Music Commentary, Music History Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Tonight: Both of the Sides
Tuesday, 6 January, 2026
Beyond the Flush: Tonight Notes go here In this episode, you will be able to: Discover how David Bowie’s Tonight album reshaped his sound and what it reveals about his artistic evolution in the 1980s. Uncover the unique creative spark that ignited when Iggy Pop and David Bowie joined forces, changing the rock scene forever. Explore how MTV revolutionized music in the 1980s by transforming artist visibility and fan engagement in ways still felt today. Analyze the cultural industry’s influence on music production and distribution, revealing the forces shaping the sounds we love. Trace the surprising roots of reggae influences in rock music to understand how genre blending expanded musical boundaries in the 1980s. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:02 - Introduction and Performance Setup for David Bowie’s Tonight Album 00:01:06 - Theoretical Framework: Culture Industry and Critical Theory Context 00:04:31 - Star Wars vs Star Trek Metaphor: Capitalism and Post-Capitalist Desire in Music 00:05:36 - Historical Context of Bowie’s Tonight Album: Contractual Obligation and Creative Disengagement 00:11:41 - Iggy Pop’s Influence and Capitalist Industry Pressures on Bowie’s Sound 00:17:01 - MTV Capitalism and the Shift to Visual Music Marketing 00:22:29 - Understanding the Culture Industry and Its Impact on Individuality 00:28:06 - Creative Expression as Natural Metaphor: The Toilet Analogy 00:30:41 - Bowie vs. Iggy: Raw Emotion and Artistic Authenticity 00:32:10 - MTV’s Limitations: Processing Surface-Level Artistry Over Depth 00:33:11 - Marx’s Metaphor of Plumbing and Capitalism in Culture 00:35:59 - Theodor Adorno on Fetishization of Culture and False Freedom 00:38:24 - Gilles Deleuze and Félix Guattari on Desire and Systemic Blockages 00:39:35 - Analyzing the Album’s Artistic Intent and Production Challenges 00:47:21 - Musical Elements and Initial Reception of the Album’s Opening Track 00:48:59 - Exploring the Meaning Behind "Loving the Alien" Lyrics 00:53:17 - Analyzing "Don't Look Down" and Its Musical Impact 00:55:49 - Comparing "God Only Knows": Bowie's Cover vs. Iggy Pop's Original 01:03:17 - The Energy and Authenticity of "Neighborhood Threat," 01:05:28 - Reflections on Collaboration and Album Cohesion 01:05:50 - Exploring David Bowie’s “Lust For Life” and “Blue Jean,” Songwriting & Video Insights 01:08:14 - Deep Dive into “Tumble and Twirl” and Borneo Horns Collaboration 01:11:48 - Critiquing Bowie’s Cover and Original Track Interpretations 01:14:17 - The Impact of Fairlight Keyboard and 80s Production on Bowie’s Music 01:21:43 - Evaluating David Bowie’s Later Albums and Their Reception 01:24:42 - Philosophical Metaphors on Failure and Desire in Bowie’s Music 01:26:58 - Predicting Changes in Bowie’s Music and Industry Impact in the Late 1980s 01:29:29 - Navigating Bowie’s Tin Machine Era and Next Listening Options 01:31:19 - Wrapping Up the Episode and Future Podcast Plans This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
