David Bowie’s Blackstar – A Haunting Final Statement

In this week’s episode of The Apollo Audio Podcast, Martin and Billy talk about why people still bother making records (and why that matters), plus a few things currently doing the rounds in the music world.They discuss generative AI music and Suno (including a CEO comment that sparked a bigger conversation about creativity), the Brit Awards and who actually gets platformed on big TV performances, and a provocative idea that “the invention of headphones” changed modern music by turning listening into a more private experience.In the recommended listening section, Martin and Billy dive into David Bowie’s Blackstar, the haunting, jazz-leaning final album — what it made them feel, what they respected about it, and whether they’d reach for it again.Recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.David Bowie Blackstar, AI music, Suno, Brit Awards 2026, music listening culture, headphones, album discussion.The Apollo Audio Podcast is hosted by record producer Martin Lumsden and musician and studio owner Billy Hills and is recorded at Apollo Audio Hertford.Each episode offers insight into songs, records, and the creative process, drawn from real-world experience in studios and making music.Also available to watch on YouTube and Spotify📍 www.apollo-audio.co.uk📷 Instagram: @apolloaudiopodcast📧 [email protected] Froody Music Production. Production and editing by Martin Lumsden.www.froodymusic.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-apollo-audio-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.