David Bowie Forever: Neil Tennant on Bowie's impact on queer culture

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Huw Stephens shares hosting duties with Neil Tennant of Pet Shop Boys, diving deep into the world of David Bowie. Together, they explore Bowie’s lifelong commitment to reinvention—from Ziggy Stardust to the Berlin years and beyond—and how his fearless creativity reshaped the musical landscape. Neil reflects on Bowie’s profound influence on queer culture, celebrating the ways his fluid identities and boundary-breaking artistry opened doors for generations of LGBTQ+ listeners and performers. With a spotlight on some of Bowie’s music from many different eras—how they reframed his songs, expanded his sonic palette and kept his music evolving—Huw and Neil share rare insights, favourite reworks and thoughtful conversation. They also consider what Bowie’s legacy can teach us today about authenticity, curiosity and the power of continually reimagining who we are. To hear other artists reflecting on Bowie's life and career, including Ezra Furman, Henry Rollins and Neil Tennant, search 'David Bowie Forever' on BBC Sounds. Produced by BBC Audio in Cardiff for BBC Radio 6 Music