Bauhaus Legend David J. Haskins Joins All-Star Cast for Bowie Literary Tribute

Feb 11, 2025

DATELINE: Sacramento, California

June 23, 2025

News of David J. Haskins' involvement in this ambitious project arrives as the former Bauhaus bassist continues to make waves in both music and literature. Haskins, known for his thoughtful musical tributes, has contributed his poignant song "The Day That David Bowie Died” to the upcoming anthology "Moondust Will Cover You: A Literary Tribute to David Bowie.” The song, which Haskins composed on the very day of Bowie's passing, delivers a heartfelt homage to the iconic musician's legacy.

A Constellation of Voices

The anthology brings together an impressive roster of contributors, including darkwave vocalist Tara Vanflower of Lycia, acclaimed authors Michael H. Hanson, and Rie Sheridan Rose. The collection also features works by established writers Lynne Bronstein and Marie Lecrivain, showcasing the far-reaching influence of Bowie's artistic vision across multiple genres and generations.

Cross-Pollination of Literary Projects

This is not Haskins' only recent literary venture. He has also contributed an original poem titled "El Hombre Invisible" to "The Junk Merchants 2: A Literary Tribute to William S. Burroughs,” demonstrating his continued engagement with countercultural literary traditions. The Burroughs tribute anthology, published by Nocturnicorn Books, features an impressive lineup of contributors including Cyberpunk pioneer John Shirley and transgressive fiction icon Billy Martin (formerly known as Poppy Z. Brite.

Building Literary Bridges

Editor Alex S. Johnson has assembled an extraordinary collection that bridges the worlds of music and literature, bringing together voices from various artistic backgrounds to celebrate Bowie's enduring impact. This project represents a significant addition to the growing body of work examining Bowie's influence on contemporary culture.

For additional information about "Moondust Will Cover You: A Literary Tribute to David Bowie," please contact:

Alex S. Johnson

georgebailey679@gmail.com

Moondust Will Cover You cover art and design by Adrian Baldwin.