[James Gutierrez]

David Bowie on The Don Lane Show​

Image Credit: National Film and Sound Archive of Australia

Back in 1978, David Bowie went to Australia for the first time, leaving a lasting impact on the music scene Down Under. And during his 1983 world tour, he also made a surprise visit to The Don Lane Show for an interview!

Bowie claimed it was his first-ever talk show appearance, and even Don Lane himself was caught off guard, saying: ‘This guy, I have never met him in my whole life, and I had no idea that he was even going to be available. I don’t even know what to say to him when he comes out, but I’m so excited!’

Did you catch the episode when it aired?

 

[Veggiepatch]

I don't recall the interview but I saw David Bowie in 1978 in concert at the Sydney Cricket Ground as a part of his Thin White Duke tour. Totally amazing would be an gross understatement. I missed his 1983 tour due to a broken leg.

He is in my top three musical entertainers of all time. Had all his vinyl, bootlegs and CDs - all gone thanks to a f**king thief.