David Robert Jones (January 8, 1947 - January 10, 2016), known professionally as David Bowie, was born in Brixton, London. He is a British musician, actor and record producer whose first song “Space Oddity” aired in the summer of 1969. Later, he appeared on stage as Ziggy Stardust, and still later, his song “Fame,” hit number 1 in the US. He was married to Mary Angela Barnett from 1970 to 1980, and the two have a son, Zowie Bowie, who is also known as Duncan Jones. In 1992, he married the model Iman, and they have one daughter, Alexandria Zahra Jones. Two days after his 69th birthday, David Bowie died of liver cancer in New York. Although he had been diagnosed a year and a half prior to his death, he did not make that information public, and his fans were shocked at the news.
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News, photographs, and articles about Bowie are displayed here as are his tours and chart watch.
http://www.algonet.se/~bassman/
Contains a biography, frequently asked questions, and news about David Bowie, as well as his concert appearances and official press releases. Additionally offers downloadable mp3s, a midi jukebox, and a collectors guide.
http://www.bowiewonderworld.com/
The music of David Bowie is the primary topic of this web site, and include albums, lyrics, chords, and discography. Also on the site are news and information as well as opportunities to buy music and other merchandise.
http://www.teenagewildlife.com/
Displays details about David Bowie in the 20th century. including Diamond Dogs and The Young Americans. Details television interviews, concerts, and behind the albums.
http://homepage.ntlworld.com/gouster/
