The A to Z of David Bowie

In this latest episode chronicling the life and times of yer actual David Bowie, Rob and Marc revisit the STAGE album and the Isolar 2 Tour and put the spotlight on Mannish Boy Bob Solley and two backing singers who were to be Frank…(and George) part of a stellar cast supporting Bowie on his later Serious Moonlight Tour. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Whilst having been biding his time waiting for his less than generous contract with the Mainman Management organisation to run out, David had been hatching a plan to up his game...and fame. He intended to tour the indoor arenas of the world…and then LET’S DANCE happened…and the rest is history. Also in this episode we put the spotlight on a man who was destined not to enjoy the spotlight on said Serious Moonlight Tour. Blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this Episode messers Hughes and Riley untangle the story behind David’s proper breakthrough hit...none of your so-called “novelty hit’ about THIS one. Yes we’re talking about Starman and the seismic shock it sent through the UK in the month of June 1972. Also featured in our exhaustive journey through David’s life is a potted history of another Hull Lad who helped our hero reach the masses - without getting eaten alive. His minder Stuey George. Add to that the legendary appearance on SOUL TRAIN…and there you have it - another soon-to-be-award-winning David Bowie podcast.  Don’t mention it... All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It was a hardly a Mutual Admiration Society to begin with but Bowie’s love for the fledgling Bruce Springsteen was evident from the songs of his he chose to cover. Unimpressed by db’s blistering version of ‘It’s Hard To Be A Saint In The City’ The ‘Boss’ (as we don’t call him) eventually (and publicly) acknowledged David’s talent upon hearing of his passing. And quite right too. In this Episode Rob gets all hot under the collar about another larger than life character who would go on to shape his taste in fashion and culture. Spongebob Squarepants.  All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Having failed to make his mark as a Mod and a Baladeer David turns his hand to the world of Folk. He sets up his own Folk club…wears cord pants and grows hi locks. WHAT MORE COULD HE DO! Well...he could always write a brilliant off-kilter opus that tackles consumerism, capitalism, greed …and shoplifting. And thats exactly what he did. The album was originally called David Bowie (again) but is best loved as Space Oddity. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There are plenty of ‘Oddities' to be found whilst tracing the career of David Bowie - but the one that first brought him into the public eye was the ‘Space' version. Seen by some as a ‘novelty’ record this doom-laden tale was bizarrely used as an anthem for the Apollo 11 moon landing. They obviously didn’t listen to the lyrics. Also featured within…an observation of the global jaunt known as the Sound and Vision world tour. FILL YER BOOTS BOWIE LOVERS! All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you decide to join Rob and Marc in this most recent exploration of Bowie’s career you’ll find them dissecting the album that took Bowie away from the off-kilter Berlin-trilogy era and steered him towards the realms of swaggering ‘art-rock ’. We are of course talking about the album 'Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)’ which helped take db back to his rightful position at the top of the hit parade. Also featured…the little-known substitute brought off the bench for the Station To Station tour - Stacey Haydon. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To some she was an attention seeking opportunist…but to others Mary Angela Barnet was Angie Bowie, the woman who steered Bowie away from the unfocussed Genius In Waiting towards the Glam Icon and Rock Star he always wanted to be. In this episode Rob and Marc look at the roles, successes and failures in Angie’s life and salute her guile and foresight. Star-maker, Stylist or She-Devil…once you’ve listened to this missive - you can make your own mind up. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this missive Marc and Rob tackle the fraught but undeniably brilliant episode in David’s life that brought about the classic 'Station To Station' album. Tales of weirdness were seeping from L.A. around the time of it’s recording and db was far from the rudest of health…but not for the first time he delivered an incredible slice of game-changing art-rock that would confuse and thrill those who had just fallen for the Plastic Soul, chart topping Bowie. Never one to sit still that fella. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Looking to find some love in the United States Bowie undertook his first promo tour of America in 1971. He had long flowing locks and wore a (mans) dress. Erm… how can we put this? Well…not everyone understood. One man who definitely did understand way the Mayor Of Sunset Strip. The man who famously hung out with the Rock Elite at his watering hole ‘Rodneys English Disco’… and the visionary who introduced db to California’s Swinging 70’s Beautiful People. Rodney Bingenheimer. Also featured are Biff Rose (composer of Hunky Dory’s Fill Your heart and early live favourite Buzz The Fuzz) and Bowie’s artistic outlet from 1971 to 1980 - RCA Records. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Come on in why dontcha! For in this latest missive from the Bowie ‘boys’ from the North of England you’ll be dragging around a learning curve encompassing a venue that was witness to some of the most ambitious and thrilling gigs of Bowie’s career. The Rainbow Theatre in Finsbury Park. Also featured - a game of two halves featuring TV chat show host Russell Harty whose two on screen encounters with Bowie were not only 2 years apart - but also poles apart. The first being a bewitching and nervy affair… the second being an edgy, some would say toe-curling exchange with a 7,000 mile distance between them. Harty in London Twon…Bowie in Burbank California. Which was probably for the best. Not for the faint hearted. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Within this latest episode of Rob and Marc’s intricate and in-depth examination of the life of David Bowie, it’s the turn of a band who were most definitely kindred spirits of our flame-haired hero. Hailing from the North-East and led by King Crimson reject Bryan Ferry - they burst onto the glam-scene with almost the same gasps of disbelief and joy as when db jumped out of our goggleboxes. They shared many philosophies, heroes and occasionally a stage. Roxy Music. Also featured…the man who rejected a role in the Spiders From Mars to become a Yes Man. The ridiculously talented Rick Wakeman. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode once again grappling with the letter ‘R', Riley and Rob (you see what we did there?) take a Reality check. Inasmuch as they check out David’s 23rd studio album ‘Reality’, they Rock out with legendary photographer Mick…and give a bump start to Bowie’s early mode of transport - Rupert the Riley… and THAT our dear friends - is why this is the DEFINITIVE A to Z of David Bowie. X All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How could Rob and Marc possibly negotiate the career of David Bowie with taking a long hard look at one of his greatest inspirations? The answer is - they couldn’t! In this episode they follow the eventful life of a man who traded not only licks with Bowie… but also blows. New Yorks legendary curmudgeon and visionary - Lou Reed. It’s a gnarly tale of electro-shock therapy, drug abuse, altercations and Tai Chi. Oh - and not forgetting some of the greatest albums ever made.Not for the faint hearted. All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this second episode looking at the life of the genius that was Mick Ronson, Marc and Rob gaze at the most pivotal point in his life. The transition from Double Denim to the Daring Dandy. After a difficult early career struggling in beat bands, Mick was now a bona-fide Rock Star with all the trappings that brought with it…not to mention Green Hair.   All 71 episodes of this Podcast are now available to buy on a branded USB stick in a branded tin box. Including bonus material there’s over 40 hours worth of Bowie related audio. Available here… https://atozofdavidbowie.company.site  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.