David Bowie remains one of the most influential and transformative figures in modern music. Nearly a decade after his passing, his legacy continues to spark creativity and admiration across generations. Today, that legacy takes a fresh turn as BBC Sounds launches an eight-part podcast series titled David Bowie: Changeling, hosted by none other than supermodel and cultural muse Kate Moss.
The series promises to unravel Bowie’s most radical period — the years between 1971 and 1976 — when he reinvented himself musically, visually, and spiritually, becoming the shape-shifting icon we celebrate today.
But this is not just another podcast. With unheard archival interviews, exclusive reflections from Bowie himself, and heartfelt tributes from collaborators and admirers — from Brian Eno to Lady Gaga — the series positions itself as a must-listen for both die-hard Bowie fans and newcomers eager to explore his genius.
Kate Moss Steps Into Bowie’s World
A Personal Connection
Kate Moss, who shared a personal bond with Bowie, brings a unique perspective to the podcast. Unlike many celebrity-hosted projects, this isn’t a detached narration — it’s a heartfelt tribute from someone who knew him intimately.
Moss recalls Bowie not only as a cultural icon but also as a friend:
“David Bowie was a very special person. Someone who was much more than a friend – he was an enigma,” Moss explains.
Her involvement ensures that David Bowie: Changeling is more than a documentary. It’s an intimate journey through artistry, memory, and transformation.
The Series: Eight Episodes of Reinvention
Key Focus: 1971–1976
The series zeroes in on what many call Bowie’s most daring and fertile years:
- 1971–72: Birth of Ziggy Stardust, Bowie’s flamboyant alien alter ego.
- 1973–74: A shift into Aladdin Sane and Diamond Dogs, showcasing his theatrical edge.
- 1975: A bold turn into funk and soul with Young Americans.
- 1976: The Thin White Duke emerges, just before Bowie’s Berlin years.
This half-decade wasn’t just about music. It was about reinvention — of identity, gender, fashion, and performance.
Rare Archive Insights
The podcast draws from unheard BBC archives and a rare 2001 interview Bowie gave to creator Des Shaw. In one revealing moment, Bowie reflects on the 1970s:
“I think that throughout the 60s and most of the 70s I was driven by lust, as much as anything. It’s a great creative force. That in turn is replaced by anger, when you ask where the money is. And then you get depression, and then you go to Berlin and write really moody instrumental stuff. It’s the triptych of the 70s. Lust, anger, moody.”
Such candid reflections bring listeners closer to the man behind the personas.
The podcast also weaves together commentary from Bowie’s collaborators and those inspired by him.
Eno, who worked with Bowie during his Berlin era, dismisses the cliché of Bowie as a mere chameleon:
