Battlecries + Champagne: A non-linear David Bowie podcast

Battlecries + Champagne
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Battlecries + Champagne aims to comprehensively cover the music of David Bowie (including albums, outtakes, demos and remixes), while analysing its context/history, reception and associated audio-visual media. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  1. 4d ago

    Toy: Alternative Versions (2/3) The Visconti Mixes

    Aaron, Andrew and John continue their trek through the alternate versions of songs from David Bowie's Toy album. Like Liza Jane, these songs have been everywhere! This episode tackles the Tony Visconti mixes of Toy, comparing the tracks and versions (in some cases) to those done by the album's original producer Mark Plati. As hinted at above, the Toy-era remake of Bowie's first commercially released recording, Liza Jane, is discussed as well. Tracks covered: Liza JaneLet Me Sleep Beside You (Visconti mix)The London Boys (alternate version)Silly Boy Blue (Tibet version)You've Got A Habit Of Leaving (Visconti mix)Hole In The Ground (Visconti mix)Toy (Your Turn To Drive) (Visconti mix)Can't Help Thinking About Me (Visconti mix)You've Got A Habit Of Leaving (radio edit)Shadow Man (piano and vocal mix)Silly Boy Blue (alternate ending mix) If you want to contact the show, we’d love to hear from you! Battlecriesandchampagne@outlook.com Battlecries + Champagne on YT   If you want to listen along, here's a YouTube playlist featuring all the songs discussed this month: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyjkFh0YAk7vsIDwx1LSFOPf7Er5lQIH-&si=MEu5eHV6aW8108Ms   On that note, music in the podcast is not owned by Battlecries + Champagne and is, rather, the work of David Bowie. Music is used under the fair dealing provision in Canadian copyright law to the best of our understanding. We encourage listeners interested in hearing the full versions of songs to purchase them at their local record stores, through online digital music stores or heck, provide the Bowie Estate with some streaming revenue!   Research for the show was culled from: Cann, Kevin. David Bowie: Any Day Now: The London Years 1947-1974 (Adelita, 2010). O'Leary, Chris. Rebel Rebel (Zero Books, 2015). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1967-1980 (Monoray, 2023). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1983-2016 (Gallimard, 2020). Trynka, Paul. David Bowie: Starman (Little, Brown and Company, 2011). Visconti, Tony. The Autobiography: Bowie, Bolan and the Brooklyn Boy (HarperCollins, 2007) Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  2. Oct 13

    Toy: Alternative Versions (1/3) The Unplugged & Somewhat Slightly Electric Mixes

    Tag along with hosts Aaron, Andrew and John as they travel to rainbow's end to dissect the advantages and shortcomings of the 'unplugged' mixes of David Bowie's Toy album, released as part of the Toy: Box set in 2022. Also up for discussion: In The Heat Of The Morning, the 1960s version and the Toy-era remake. Tracks discussed: In The Heat Of The MorningI Dig Everything (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) In The Heat Of The Morning (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) The London Boys (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) Conversation Piece (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) You've Got A Habit Of Leaving (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) Shadow Man (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) Baby Loves That Way (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) Can't Help Thinking About Me (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) Hole In The Ground (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) Toy (Your Turn To Drive) (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) Let Me Sleep Beside You (unplugged & somewhat slightly electric mix) If you want to contact the show, we’d love to hear from you! Battlecriesandchampagne@outlook.com Battlecries + Champagne on YT   If you want to listen along, here's a YouTube playlist featuring all the songs discussed this month: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyjkFh0YAk7vsIDwx1LSFOPf7Er5lQIH-&si=MEu5eHV6aW8108Ms   On that note, music in the podcast is not owned by Battlecries + Champagne and is, rather, the work of David Bowie. Music is used under the fair dealing provision in Canadian copyright law to the best of our understanding. We encourage listeners interested in hearing the full versions of songs to purchase them at their local record stores, through online digital music stores or heck, provide the Bowie Estate with some streaming revenue!   Research for the show was culled from: Cann, Kevin. David Bowie: Any Day Now: The London Years 1947-1974 (Adelita, 2010). Doggett, Peter. The Man Who Sold The World: David Bowie and the 1970s (Harper, 2012). O'Leary, Chris. Rebel Rebel (Zero Books, 2015). Slick, Earl with Jeff Slate. Guitar: Life and Music with David Bowie, John Lennon and Rock and Roll's Greatest Heroes (Penguin, 2024). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  3. Oct 3

    The Shel Talmy Recordings

    David Bowie's 1965 recordings with producer Shel Talmy (of Kinks and The Who fame) may have strayed out of sight for the better part of 60 years, but you can count on hosts Aaron, Andrew and John to follow Bowie wherever he goes. This episode acts as an in-depth of review of the 2026 Bowie compilation The Shel Talmy Recordings. Before diving into a track-by-track analysis, Aaron goes over the history of Bowie and Talmy's alliance. They also discuss the album artwork and associated merch. Tracks discussed: You've Got A Habit Of LeavingYou've Got A Habit Of Leaving (alternate overdub)I Want Your LoveCupidI Pity The FoolI Pity The Fool (alternate vocal)Baby Loves That WayBaby Loves That Way (alternate vocal)Keep Up With The JonesLeave Her To MeI'll Follow YouYou Gotta Tell HerTake My TipTake My Tip (alternate vocal)Certain WomanGlad I've Got NobodyTodayI Want My Baby BackI Live In DreamsBars Of The County JailThat's Where My Heart IsI Do Believe I Love You If you want to contact the show, we’d love to hear from you! Battlecriesandchampagne@outlook.com Battlecries + Champagne on YT   If you want to listen along, here's a YouTube playlist featuring all the songs/videos discussed: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMHmCFxho7WQ&si=HvzOC0faUynhSRff   On that note, music in the podcast is not owned by Battlecries + Champagne and is, rather, the work of David Bowie. Music is used under the fair dealing provision in Canadian copyright law to the best of our understanding. We encourage listeners interested in hearing the full versions of songs to purchase them at their local record stores, through online digital music stores or heck, provide the Bowie Estate with some streaming revenue! Research for the show was culled from: Aizlewood, John. "Bowie and Shel Talmy." MOJO. October 2026. Cann, Kevin. David Bowie: Any Day Now: The London Years 1947-1974 (Adelita, 2010). Doggett, Peter. The Man Who Sold The World: David Bowie and the 1970s (Harper, 2012). O'Leary, Chris. Rebel Rebel (Zero Books, 2015). Palao, Alex. The Shel Talmy Recordings: Liner Notes (2026). Pegg, Nicholas. The Complete David Bowie (Titan Books, 2016). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1967-1980 (Monoray, 2023). Trynka, Paul. David Bowie: Starman (Little, Brown and Company, 2011). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  4. Sep 28

    Toy (Part 4/4): Album Artwork + Let Me Sleep Beside You video

    Hosts Aaron, Andrew and John hold a lighted lamp to the curious artwork for David Bowie's Toy album. They also discuss their final thoughts on the album and the 1969 video for Let Me Sleep Beside You. If you want to contact the show, we’d love to hear from you! Battlecriesandchampagne@outlook.com Battlecries + Champagne on YT   If you want to listen along, here's a YouTube playlist featuring all the songs/videos discussed this month: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyjkFh0YAk7s7TdxLO0-bwBzTCurqHEXO&si=4nd7EPrfIDhqEQRV   On that note, music in the podcast is not owned by Battlecries + Champagne and is, rather, the work of David Bowie. Music is used under the fair dealing provision in Canadian copyright law to the best of our understanding. We encourage listeners interested in hearing the full versions of songs to purchase them at their local record stores, through online digital music stores or heck, provide the Bowie Estate with some streaming revenue! Research for the show was culled from: Pegg, Nicholas. The Complete David Bowie (Titan Books, 2016). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  5. Sep 21

    Toy (Part 3/4): Album Review (Pt. 2)

    Hosts Aaron, Andrew and John wrap up their review of David Bowie's Toy album, comparing the 2000 re-recordings with their counterparts from the 1960s. Will they decide that the Toy versions are evidence of the reincarnation of bettered songs or will they prefer the 60s originals? Songs reviewed: Let Me Sleep Beside You Hole In The Ground Baby Loves That Way Can't Help Thinking About Me Silly Boy Blue Toy (Your Turn To Drive) If you want to contact the show, we’d love to hear from you! Battlecriesandchampagne@outlook.com Battlecries + Champagne on YT   If you want to listen along, here's a YouTube playlist featuring all the songs/videos discussed this month: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyjkFh0YAk7s7TdxLO0-bwBzTCurqHEXO&si=4nd7EPrfIDhqEQRV   On that note, music in the podcast is not owned by Battlecries + Champagne and is, rather, the work of David Bowie. Music is used under the fair dealing provision in Canadian copyright law to the best of our understanding. We encourage listeners interested in hearing the full versions of songs to purchase them at their local record stores, through online digital music stores or heck, provide the Bowie Estate with some streaming revenue! Research for the show was culled from: Adams, Mark and Tris Penna. Home Demo notes. Conversation Piece book. 2019. Buckley, David. Strange Fascination: David Bowie: The Definitive Biography (Virgin Books, 2001). Cann, Kevin. David Bowie: Any Day Now: The London Years 1947-1974 (Adelita, 2010). Doggett, Peter. The Man Who Sold The World: David Bowie and the 1970s (Harper, 2012). O'Leary, Chris. Rebel Rebel (Zero Books, 2015). Pegg, Nicholas. The Complete David Bowie (Titan Books, 2016). Plati, Mark. On The Production Of Toy. Brilliant Adventure book. 2021. Slick, Earl with Jeff Slate. Guitar: Life and Music with David Bowie, John Lennon and Rock and Roll's Greatest Heroes (Penguin, 2024). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1967-1980 (Monoray, 2023). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1983-2016 (Gallimard, 2020). Trynka, Paul. David Bowie: Starman (Little, Brown and Company, 2011). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  6. Sep 14

    Toy (Part 2/4): Album Review (Pt. 1)

    Hosts Aaron, Andrew and John delve into the first half of David Bowie's Toy album, comparing the 2000 re-recordings with their counterparts from the 1960s. Will they dig everything or will there be a generational divide? You can find out by listening to the episode! Songs reviewed: I Dig Everything You've Got A Habit Of Leaving The London Boys Karma Man Conversation Piece Shadown Man If you want to contact the show, we’d love to hear from you! Battlecriesandchampagne@outlook.com Battlecries + Champagne on YT   If you want to listen along, here's a YouTube playlist featuring all the songs/videos discussed this month: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyjkFh0YAk7s7TdxLO0-bwBzTCurqHEXO&si=4nd7EPrfIDhqEQRV   On that note, music in the podcast is not owned by Battlecries + Champagne and is, rather, the work of David Bowie. Music is used under the fair dealing provision in Canadian copyright law to the best of our understanding. We encourage listeners interested in hearing the full versions of songs to purchase them at their local record stores, through online digital music stores or heck, provide the Bowie Estate with some streaming revenue! Research for the show was culled from: Buckley, David. Strange Fascination: David Bowie: The Definitive Biography (Virgin Books, 2001). Cann, Kevin. David Bowie: Any Day Now: The London Years 1947-1974 (Adelita, 2010). Doggett, Peter. The Man Who Sold The World: David Bowie and the 1970s (Harper, 2012). O'Leary, Chris. Rebel Rebel (Zero Books, 2015). Pegg, Nicholas. The Complete David Bowie (Titan Books, 2016). Plati, Mark. On The Production Of Toy. Brilliant Adventure book. 2021. Scott, Ken. Ken Scott's Notes. Rock 'N' Roll Star book. 2024. Slick, Earl with Jeff Slate. Guitar: Life and Music with David Bowie, John Lennon and Rock and Roll's Greatest Heroes (Penguin, 2024). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1967-1980 (Monoray, 2023). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1983-2016 (Gallimard, 2020). Thompson, Dave. Hallo Spaceboy: The Rebirth of David Bowie (ECW Press, 2006). Trynka, Paul. David Bowie: Starman (Little, Brown and Company, 2011). Visconti, Tony. The Autobiography: Bowie, Bolan and the Brooklyn Boy (HarperCollins, 2007) Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  7. Sep 8

    Toy (Part 1/4): History

    Hosts Aaron, Andrew and John peer into a hole in the tent (ground) where no one goes to unravel the mystery of why David Bowie's Toy album, slated to be released in 2001, was ultimately abandoned for 20 years. They look at what inspired Bowie to record the album, the band he recruited to play on it as well as critical reviews of the album when it was officially released posthumously in 2021. If you want to contact the show, we’d love to hear from you! Battlecriesandchampagne@outlook.com Battlecries + Champagne on YT Bowie audio in the podcast is not owned by Battlecries + Champagne and is, rather, the work of David Bowie. Music is used under the fair dealing provision in Canadian copyright law to the best of our understanding. We encourage listeners interested in hearing the full versions of tracks to purchase them at their local record stores, through online digital music stores or heck, provide the Bowie Estate with some streaming revenue!   Research for the show was culled from: Buckley, David. Strange Fascination: David Bowie: The Definitive Biography (Virgin Books, 2001). Cann, Kevin. David Bowie: Any Day Now: The London Years 1947-1974 (Adelita, 2010). Larman, Alexander. Lazarus: The Second Coming Of David Bowie (Pegasus Books, 2026). O'Leary, Chris. Rebel Rebel (Zero Books, 2015). O'Leary, Chris. Ashes to Ashes (Repeater Books, 2018). Pegg, Nicholas. The Complete David Bowie (Titan Books, 2016). Plati, Mark. On The Production Of Toy. Brilliant Adventure book. 2021. Slick, Earl with Jeff Slate. Guitar: Life and Music with David Bowie, John Lennon and Rock and Roll's Greatest Heroes (Penguin, 2024). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1967-1980 (Monoray, 2023). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1983-2016 (Gallimard, 2020). Thompson, Dave. Hallo Spaceboy: The Rebirth of David Bowie (ECW Press, 2006). Trynka, Paul. David Bowie: Starman (Little, Brown and Company, 2011). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

  8. Aug 17

    Heathen Bonus Tracks + Season 1 Rankings

    In this episode, Aaron, Andrew and John pour over the tunes they'd call creative, but that were left off of David Bowie's Heathen (Safe, Wood Jackson, When The Boys Come Marching Home). They also look at the SACD (Super Audio CD) mixes of the album's tracks. Finally, as this episode is the Season 1 finale, they rank the album projects covered in Season 1 as well as shout out some of the season's most memorable (for good and bad reasons) tracks. If you want to contact the show, we’d love to hear from you! Battlecriesandchampagne@outlook.com Battlecries + Champagne on YT If you want to listen along, here's a YouTube playlist featuring all the songs/videos discussed this month: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyjkFh0YAk7u1jiheke3JxfRgSrAM3wED&si=tVPi-XxmssAMqV54   Bowie audio in the podcast is not owned by Battlecries + Champagne and is, rather, the work of David Bowie. Music is used under the fair dealing provision in Canadian copyright law to the best of our understanding. We encourage listeners interested in hearing the full versions of tracks to purchase them at their local record stores, through online digital music stores or heck, provide the Bowie Estate with some streaming revenue!   Research for the show was culled from: Larman, Alexander. Lazarus: The Second Coming Of David Bowie (Pegasus Books, 2026). O'Leary, Chris. Ashes to Ashes (Repeater Books, 2018). Pegg, Nicholas. The Complete David Bowie (Titan Books, 2016). Soligny, Jérôme. David Bowie: Rainbowman 1983-2016 (Gallimard, 2020). Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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Battlecries + Champagne aims to comprehensively cover the music of David Bowie (including albums, outtakes, demos and remixes), while analysing its context/history, reception and associated audio-visual media. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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