Kate Moss to host David Bowie podcast series for BBC Radio 6 Music
The supermodel and close friend of Bowie will explore the music icon's transformation between 1970-75.
By Nick Reilly
A new podcast series hosted by Kate Moss which explores the life and music of David Bowie is among the new programmes being offered by BBC Radio 6 Music this Autumn.
Music Uncovered, David Bowie: Changeling will see the supermodel, a close friend of Bowie, exploring how the music icon transformed into Ziggy Stardust in the early 1970s and the path he forged to becoming a rock legend.
“David Bowie was a very special person. Someone who was much more than a friend – he was an enigma. So, when the chance came to dive into this extraordinary five-year chapter of Bowie’s life for 6 Music and BBC Sounds, hearing from those who joined him on his creative journey and those he continues to inspire, I was excited to help share the story of such an incredible transformation. This podcast is a real celebration of my friend, a true British icon,” Kate Moss said.
The new eight part podcast will explore Bowie between 1970-75 and features rare and unheard interviews with him, including audio from the BBC Archive and a 2001 chat with Des Shaw, the creator of the podcast.
Other notable names lending their thoughts to the new series include Depeche Mode’s Dave Gahan, Boy George, Edward Enninful, Chrissie Hynde, Elton John, Goldie, Robbie Williams and Twiggy. It will also feature archival interviews from the likes of Lady Gaga, the late Sinéad O’Connor and Lou Reed, and Tracey Emin.
Other new additions to the 6Music schedule include What Would Beth Ditto Do?, which will see the Gossip singer join Nick Grimshaw on the 6 Music Breakfast Show (weekdays 7-10am) every Tuesday from 16 September. She will take on an agony-aunt style role, delivering her take on life’s small dilemmas and responding to listeners’ questions.
Beth said: “I’m so excited to be joining 6 Music and to get to work with Nick every week is just the cherry on top. I’ve always been a huge fan of the station, so honestly… I’m so excited, I’m speechless. Which should work out great for radio!”
Elsewhere, Neurodiversity will be explored through Grounding, a series which celebrates the unique perspectives and creativity of neurodivergent artists. Those taking part include Emma-Jean Thackray (15 – 17 September), Gary Numan (18 and 22 – 23 September), Blindboyboatclub (24 – 25 and 29 September) and AFRODEUTSCHE (30 September and 1 – 2 October) who will each present three, two-hour episodes.