Word In Your Ear Pet Shop Boys at 40, missing folk star found! & rock stars’ childhood bedrooms
Jan 11, 2026
In this engaging discussion, Nigel Dick, an accomplished music video director known for his work with major artists, shares fascinating insights on the glory days of MTV, revealing how video budgets skyrocketed to $750,000. He reflects on the different eras of David Bowie and explores the resurgence of iconic pop hits like 'West End Girls.' The mystery of a missing Incredible String Band member adds an intriguing twist, while tales of rock stars' childhood bedrooms reveal the personal sides of their legendary lives.
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Childhood Rooms Shape Musical Identity
- Childhood bedrooms shape artists' aspirations and give clues to their later identities.
- Mark Ellen says visiting Bowie's Beckenham room reveals how early environment influenced his imagination.
Bowie's Legacy Lives In Clips
- David Bowie's legacy increasingly relies on visual clips as much as his records.
- David Hepworth notes younger generations may know Bowie more through videos than audio alone.
Three Eras Underpin Bowie's Career
- Bowie’s career divides into distinct creative eras with different aims and visibility.
- Mark Ellen outlines three periods: early golden years, a searching middle, and a private final phase.
