David Bowie, the last rock god and the rise of individualism

David Bowie

Season 4, Episode 1

Season 4 begins as The Shock Absorber analyses the 2010s and 2020s through the lens of musical artist that shaped the time.

Joel, Stu and Tim begin take a deep dive into David Bowie and his impact on the broader culture. They look into the rise of individualism and Bowie's role within it and how Jesus changes our individuality to be more collectivist.

Discussed on this episode

Ian Hussey
Polyphonic channel
David Bowie

David Bowie on Polyphonic:

How Cohen and Bowie Faced Mortality

How David Bowie Said Farewell (Twice)

How David Bowie Shaped the 2010s

David Bowie's characters/personas
1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything
Albums of 1971
The 27 Club
Understanding Church Growth, by Donald McGavran
Alice Cooper
Exclusion and Embrace, by Miroslav Volf

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