Don Klees: Author, "David Bowie - 1983-2016 (On Track)"

David Bowie was the ultimate musical chameleon, but his transformation after Let’s Dance in 1983 led to one of the most unexpected chapters of his career. In this episode of Rock & Roll Nightmares, host Staci Layne Wilson welcomes author Don Klees to discuss his book On Track, which takes a deep dive into Bowie’s later years—from the Tin Machine experiment to his haunting farewell, Blackstar.

Staci and Don explore Bowie’s shifting artistic identity, his response to the rise of New Wave and New Romantic, and his often-overlooked but intriguing albums like Black Tie, White Noise. Don also shares his personal experiences seeing Bowie live and reflects on the icon’s continued relevance even as music trends evolved around him. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about one of rock’s most enigmatic figures.