David Bowie
David Bowie
Dylan Jones
Edgar Wright
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David Bowie

David Bowie: A Life

Dylan Jones
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Dylan Jones
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In the labyrinth of rock and roll history, few stars have burned as brightly or as uniquely as David Bowie. "David Bowie" by Dylan Jones is not merely a biography but a kaleidoscopic journey through the life of a man who was as enigmatic as he was influential. Crafted from over 180 interviews with those who knew Bowie best—from the silent witnesses of his early days to the high-profile comrades of his zenith—Jones' narrative unfolds like a rich tapestry of a life lived at the edge of creativity and personal transformation. Each anecdote, carefully chosen and placed, is a thread in the vibrant mosaic of Bowie's life, revealing the complexity of a man who could be both fiercely individualistic and deeply dependent on the muses he found in others. Jones takes us on an odyssey from Bowie's humble beginnings in the English suburbs to the eclectic whirlwind of his global fame, capturing along the way the intimate moments that defined him. From his profound relationship with his schizophrenic half-brother Terry to the chameleon-like shifts in persona that characterized his career, Bowie is painted in strokes both tender and unflinching. With material drawn from Jones’s own interviews with Bowie, this book offers an unprecedented look into the mind of a musical juggernaut. It is as much a portrait of the artist as a masterpiece of storytelling, inviting readers into the inner sanctum of Bowie’s world. Here lies not just the story of David Bowie, but a compelling meditation on artistry, fame, and the eternal quest for meaning and connection.

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Released
2017
12 Sep
Length
544
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The filming was interrupted at one point by an old man walking his dog, looking for driftwood. Mallet asked him if he wouldn’t mind moving, and pointed out Bowie sitting outside the catering van. ‘Do you know who this is?’ he asked. Sharp as a tack, the old man responded with, ‘Of course I do. It’s some cunt in a clown suit.’ Sometime later, Bowie remembered, ‘That was a huge moment for me. It put me back in my place and made me realise, “Yes, I’m just a cunt in a clown suit.
— Dylan Jones, David Bowie

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