Ziggy Played Guitar

I woke up this morning to learn the music world lost a truly innovative artist. Sadly, David Bowie succumbed to an 18-month battle with cancer. The media reported he died peacefully, but this comes as no comfort to a life long fan such as myself. He thought outside the box in every essence. His musical styles changed constantly as he immersed himself in jazz, dance, rock, etc. The same was true for his image. A virtual chameleon, his fashion sense was revolutionary (and very brave) for the era in which he lived. My parents generation would never understand him, but I did, mainly through his music. Space Oddity was a personal favorite, as was Heroes, Aladdin Sane, and his work with Tin Machine.

David Bowie’s music moved me. His musical style was refreshing, and today, I feel a bit empty. Rest in peace, Mr. Bowie. You will be missed.

“There’s a starman waiting in the sky.”