Greatest Hits Radio is bringing back its Superstars series this month, starting with a special on David Bowie.
The new season begins on Sunday 14 September and will explore the careers of some of music’s most influential performers, including Queen, John Lennon, Pink Floyd and Duran Duran. Each episode features rare recordings, interviews and stories behind the songs that defined different eras.
The first documentary focuses on David Bowie, timed ahead of the release of his final box set ‘I Can’t Give Everything Away’. Narrated by Jackie Brambles and produced by Gimme Sugar Productions, the programme charts Bowie’s impact on pop culture across the 70s, 80s and 90s.
It covers highlights such as his Glastonbury 2000 performance, the 2002 album Heathen, the challenge of balancing new material with a huge back catalogue, and his final record Blackstar in 2016. Archive interviews with Bowie himself feature alongside contributions from long-time collaborator Tony Visconti, PR Alan Edwards and bassist Gail Ann Dorsey.
Jackie Brambles guides listeners through the story with Bowie’s music providing the soundtrack. The series continues with weekly episodes celebrating other legendary artists whose work continues to resonate with generations of listeners.