The eternal rock star would have had his birthday this Wednesday (8)
The day January 8the world celebrates the birth of one of the biggest names in rock and popular culture: David Bowie.
Known worldwide as Rock chameleonthe rocker not only defined a musical era, but also influenced generations of fans and artists with his contributions.
David Bowie he reinvented the limits of music with his theatricality and experimentalism. However, there is a curious connection between the Bowie and Elvis Presley, who would also have celebrated his birthday this Wednesday (8th): Bowie even composed Golden years TO Elvisbut the song ended up being recorded by him after the rejection of the King of rock.
Furthermore, Elvis came to consider Bowie as producer of his next album shortly before his death, highlighting the mutual respect between them.
Celebrating the legacy of David Bowiefans continue to listen to the artist on the Deezer streaming platform. The most played songs include classics such as Starman, Heroes AND Space odditycementing his status as one of music’s greatest visionaries.
In Brazil, cities like Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro AND Curitiba first in terms of number of listeners. Most of his fans are in the middle 36 and 45 years oldand the male audience represents more than 82% of the public.
David Bowie: soundtrack by ‘Labyrinth’ is re-released on vinyl
After remaining out of print for a long time, the film’s soundtrack Labyrintha classic by the late David Bowie (1947-2016), will receive a special edition in 2024 high quality vinylfrom 180 gramsfor the Universal musicthrough Blank recordswith its remastering done Capitol Studies.
This product is available at the Record Store, along with original cover and faithfully replicated graphicsin addition to a download the voucherfor the value of $31.99 (From R$185 at the current exchange rate (fees may apply).
Praised by film critics and moviegoers for its striking visuals and distinctive characters, Labyrinth he was celebrated for being well ahead of his time. Directed by Jim Henson and executive produced by George Lucasthe film, starring David Bowie AS Jareth, the Goblin Kingis full of memorable creatures brought to life by Jim Henson’s Creature Shopworking closely with acclaimed artist and conceptual designer Brian Froud.
Described by The Atlantic AS “101 Minutes of Bowie’s Rock Opera and Hensonian Show”, Labyrinth was the second major soundtrack in which David Bowie it worked, ranking between the 16th and 17th studio albums, This evening AND Don’t ever disappoint merespectively.
Check it out The 10 most listened to David Bowie songs In Deezer:
1. Starman (2012 remastered version)
2. Modern Love (2018 remaster)
3. Heroes (2017 remaster)
4. Let’s Dance (2018 remastering)
5. Space Oddity (2015 remaster)
6. Rebel Rebel (1999 Remastered)
7. Moonage Daydream (2012 remastered version)
8. As the world falls
9. This Isn’t America (2002 remaster)
10. Ziggy Stardust (2012 remastered version)
Source: Terra
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