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'BOWIE' EXHIBITION IN CANADA
30th July 2009

Sun Machine by Roy Arden The inimitable DAVID BOWIE is the suitable subject of a wide-ranging group exhibition taking place in Toronto.

Clark and Faria is pleased to announce a group exhibition entitled BOWIE with works by Roy Arden, Romas Astrauskas, Tim Bavington, Call the City, Douglas Coupland, Dave Dyment, Derek Liddington, Will Munro and Jeremy Green.

The exhibition starts tonight (opening reception party 6pm to 8pm) and runs until 6th September. Admission is free.

Gallery: Clark and Faria, 55 Mill Street, Building No. 2, Toronto, Canada. 416-703-1700.

BOWIE is a selection of works paying homage to the dynamic and extensive artistic career of David Bowie. Since his first major hit 'Space Oddity' in 1969 Bowie has had an undeniable influence on music, fashion and art. Constantly reinventing himself, he pushed the boundaries with gender bending flamboyant outfits, ever-changing hairstyles and his distinct voice. From the glam rock years of his alter ego Ziggy Stardust to the hard rock and electronic sounds of the late 80s and 90s, Bowie has defined moments in pop culture.

Fascinated by the sexual ambiguity of Bowie and his alter ego Ziggy Stardust, Roy Arden's 1973 collage 'Sun Machine' presents a variety of monochromatic images of the famed musician gleaned from magazine and newspaper publications from that time.

In a series of meticulously detailed graphite drawings Derek Liddington depicts the diverse hairstyles of Bowie. From punk, to glam, to maud, Liddington speaks to the transformative nature of the icon and his success at recreating himself and his music.

American artist Tim Bavington's abstract work translates the musical score of a Bowie song into a series of banded colours. Each note is represented by a distinct hue while the length of the note is reflected in the thickness of the strip.

More details and information can be found at monteclarkgallery.com website.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES IMAN!
25th July 2009

To Iman
Wishing you a very very Happy Birthday
Have a wonderfully fabulous day

Best wishes from everyone here at BowieWonderworld xxxxx

2010 OFFICIAL BOWIE CALENDAR
22nd July 2009

2010 Official David Bowie Calendar back 2010 Official David Bowie Calendar front Believe it or not you can now pre-order the 2010 DAVID BOWIE official wall calendar - it's published next month - where does the time go?

The calendar features rare and unseen photographs taken by the legendary MICK ROCK.

Published by Slow Dazzle next month on Monday 3rd August.

You can pre-order NOW and save 10%

AND THE BITS FLEW FAR AND WIDE...
22nd July 2009

• PETER MURPHY has just released via iTunes, an exquisite version of DAVID BOWIE's 'Space Oddity'. He is currently closing many of his shows in the US with this tune - [from David P.]...

• DAVID BOWIE tribute David Brighton and the Space Oddity Band will be performing a 100 minute show that will include a special celebration of the 35th anniversary of the classic David Bowie album Diamond Dogs. They will also be performing many of your favorite Bowie numbers from the late 1960s through the 1990s. Many surprises can be expected at this show, and we hope to see you all there! The event takes place at OC Fair's Action Sports Arena on Thursday, July 23rd. Showtime: 8:00pm. The OC Fair and Event Center is located at?88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Admission*: Reserved Seats $12.50-$17.50 (includes free Fair admission). Parking: General $5, Preferred $8. *Limited general admission seating is available on a first-come, first-seated basis with paid Fair admission. Paid admission to the Fair does not guarantee as seat in the Arena - [from DavidB]...

• TuningSpork Records have just released a new version of 'Stel and Atan' (Hugo's white pleated pants remix) by Italian producer Hugo, which features the recognisable riff from DAVID BOWIE's 'Let's Dance' It can be streamed in full here - [from Joe]...

IN 41 DAYS, 9 HOURS AND 23 MINUTES... YOU'LL BE MINE
21st July 2009

Labyrinth Blu-Ray DVD Finally LABYRINTH gets the Blu-ray DVD treatment with a release next month on Monday 31st August courtesy of Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

Obviously you'll be able to watch Jareth in glorious technical high definition detail and there's no need to tell you what the movie is about... but hey-ho here we go...

Synopsis: Jennifer Connelly plays Sarah, a young woman who wishes her baby brother would be taken away by goblins. She gets her wish and now she must rescue him by going through the forbidding passages of a magical labyrinth to reach the castle of the mighty Goblin-King.

A delightful rescue movie penned by Monty Python's Terry Jones and starring DAVID BOWIE as the Goblin King, Labyrinth is directed by the Muppet's own Jim Henson, whose team provide the goblin creatures, so who could fail to be transported to this magical adventure world of goblins.

You can Pre-Order NOW and receive a massive 35% discount!

SPACE ODDITY REMIX RELEASED
20th July 2009

David Bowie Space Oddity 2009 Re-Issue Available now is the DAVID BOWIE re-issue of his classic track 'Space Oddity', which allows fans to create their own remix using an iPhone app, in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Apollo moon landings.

This re-release of the 1969 track contains eight recording stems so users can break down and remake the track as they wish using the iKlaz App or their own audio editing software.

The stems include lead and backing vocals, acoustic and lead guitars, drums and bass as well as cello, flute, mellotron, stylophone and strings.

You will be able to use the app or editing software like Garage Band to completely reconstruct the track, while shaking an app-loaded iPhone or iPod Touch will piece together a random mix of the song.

The 'Space Oddity' EP, which also features three other versions of the song costs a mere £2.49 from the iTunes Music Store and is available to purchase now.

The iKlaz Space Oddity Multi-Track App is available at the App Store now.

If you prefer you can also download the Space Oddity (40th Anniversary EP) via amazon.co.uk

(Ed. Note: You DO NOT need an iPhone to download and mix the tracks... you can use the free iKlax Creator Standard for use on a PC or Mac to mix the original stem tracks).

FROM NAKHODKA WESTWARD BY TRAIN
20th July 2009

From Nakhodka Westward By Train DAVID BOWIE and South African artist BEEZY BAILEY have donated a piece of their artwork for the 'Art for Africa ' auction' that takes place on 21st September at Sotheby's in London, England.

The collaborative piece is one of fifty such canvases they created in 1994 and is entitled 'From Nakhodka Westward By Train'.

The 'Art for Africa' charity auction is to raise monies for the Africa Foundation and Ikamva Labantu charities that fund the care of orphaned and vulnerable children in South Africa.

For more information on these charities please visit Africa Foundation and Ikamva Labantu websites.

Further reading: Independent.co.uk and artknowledgenews.com

(Ed. Nakhodka is the eastern terminus for passenger trains on the Trans-Siberian Railway which David took during his return journey home from Japan in 1973.

TARANTINO MEET AND GREET
20th July 2009

Fans of the legendary film director QUENTIN TARATINO will have a chance to meet him in person when he visits the HMV flagship store on Oxford Street in London's West End on Wednesday 22nd July to promote his highly anticipated new film 'Inglourious Basterds'.

Quentin will be at the store from 12.30 pm to sign copies of a very special, HMV exclusive, limited edition 7" single of 'Cat People (Putting Out Fire)' by DAVID BOWIE, which appears in the film. This highly collectable limited edition 7" is available only as a bonus gift for customers who preorder the 'Inglourious Basterds: Motion Picture Soundtrack' at the store on day of the event.

'Inglourious Basterds' is an epic ensemble film written and directed by Quentin Tarantino. Set in Nazi-occupied France during World War II, it stars Brad Pitt and Diane Kruger telling the story of a woman’s revenge against the regime that killed her family and a band of American Jewish soldiers known as 'The Basterds'.

The film will be in cinemas nationwide on 19th August 2009.

Access to the queue to meet Quentin Tarantino will be restricted to customers with wristbands only. 150 wristbands will be available free from 8.00 am on the morning of the event at the store. One wristband per person only, no reservations, at participating store only.

Check out InglouriousBasterdsMusic.co.uk and inglouriousbasterds-movie.com websites.

AND THE BITS FLEW FAR AND WIDE...
9th July 2009

• DAVID BOWIE's number one US hit 'Fame' is set to appear on the forthcoming Guitar Hero 5 which is due for release on 1st September. Also on the soundtrack is the co-written 'Lust For Life, with Iggy Pop and the Queen / David Bowie collaboration 'Under Pressure'...

• Tomorrow the author of the latest French DAVID BOWIE book ENRIQUE SEKNADJE parle de don livre et de BOWIE a la radio Friday, 10th July 2009 Time: 13:00FR Vendredi 10 juillet, émission de Eric Tessier: 'Place aux fous' (13h00-14h30). Possibilité d'écouter le podcast ensuite. Il y aura une surprise musicale spéciale Enrique Seknadje alias Nightflight!!! Pour les liens Internet et la fréquence Fm - [Read here]...

• A version of DAVID BOWIE's iconic song "Heroes", as performed by a group of Helensburgh people, will be premiered on August 1st. Helensburgh Heroes will unveil the results of their hard work when they have the official release and first showing of the track and video. The group got together in a bid to raise awareness of both the talented and inspirational people who have hailed from the town and the desperate need for an arts and leisure centre - [Read here]...

• Big pinch of salt moment?... Glastonbury organisers have hinted they want to celebrate the festival's 40th anniversary by only inviting acts who have provided the event's highlights over the last four decades. Michael and Emily Eavis will make up a bill comprised of legendary acts such as DAVID BOWIE, Oasis and The Stone Roses next year, The Sun reports. A source told the newspaper: "Michael and Emily want to make next year's festival the most memorable ever." - [Read here]...

• Wondering where PAUL 'BIFF' ROSE is? Well he's now based back in New Orleans, but if you're in Massachusetts you can catch 'An Evening With Biff Rose' at the Lily Pad 1353 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA on 15th July at 10 pm, $10. All ages. Check out an interview over at The Boston Phoenix website [Read here]...

SPACE ODDITY REMIX RELEASE
8th July 2009

David Bowie Space Oddity 2009 Re-Issue DAVID BOWIE is to re-issue his classic track 'Space Oddity' and allow fans to create their own remix using an iPhone app, in celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Apollo moon landings.

The re-release of the 1969 track will contain eight recording stems so users can break down and remake the track as they wish using the iKlaz App or their own audio editing software.

The stems include lead and backing vocals, acoustic and lead guitars, drums and bass as well as cello, flute, mellotron, stylophone and strings.

You will be able to use the app or editing software like Garage Band to completely reconstruct the track, while shaking an app-loaded iPhone or iPod Touch will piece together a random mix of the song.

The 'Space Oddity' EP, which also features three other versions of the song will cost £2.49 from the iTunes Music Store and is available to pre-order now.

The iKlaz Space Oddity Multi-Track App will be available at the App Store on 20th July.

If you prefer you can also download the Space Oddity (40th Anniversary EP) via amazon.co.uk

ZIGGY'S LAST STAND...
3rd July 2009

July 3rd 1973: Thirty-six years ago today at the Hammersmith Odeon in London, DAVID BOWIE laid to rest his persona 'Ziggy Stardust' and retired from live concert performing.

When the kids had killed the man, he had to break up the band. At the time fans didn't realise it was Ziggy and not David himself announcing the now legendary statement: "Everybody... this has been one of the greatest tours of our lives. I would like to thank the band... I would like to thank our road crew... I would like to thank our lighting people. Of all of the shows on this tour, this particular show will remain with us the longest because not only is it... not only is it the last show of the tour, but it's the last show that we'll ever do. Thank you."

This momentous performance was released on DVD which features remastered footage and new stereo and 5.1 mixes by Tony Visconti, as well as a commentary by Visconti and the director D.A. Pennebaker.

NEW BOWIE iPHONE APP
3rd July 2009

David Bowie iPhone app New to the iTunes Store today! Immerse yourself in the world of DAVID BOWIE during his Ziggy Stardust period through this interactive eBook using the archive of legendary photographer Mick Rock.

The cover mosaic was designed by Craig Adam using Mick's images. Zoom in to see the extraordinary costumes, colorful makeup, hair, on-stage performance, and back-stage antics. Read over 100 facts and quotes and comment on the images. Each image turns into a blog with other fans. Enter the Store to purchase a Ziggy mosaic for yourself, enter BowieNet, or buy the amazing music.

From Kendra @ mosaiclegends.com

FROM BEATLES TO BOWIE EXHIBITION
3rd July 2009

Taking place in October is the Beatles to Bowie: The 60s Exposed exhibition in London from 15th October.

'Beatles To Bowie' is an exhibition of more than one-hundred previously unseen images of stars are set to go on display in a National Portrait Gallery exhibition celebrating the music and fashion of the Swinging Sixties.

The exhibition runs from 15th October until 24th January in the Wolfson and Ground Floor Lerner Galleries.

Tickets priced at £11, £10 and £9 are available now to purchase. More details and information can be found at npg.org.uk website.

AND SO THE STORY GOES...
1st July 2009

David Bowie on VH1 Storytellers The two-disc CD and DVD set of DAVID BOWIE - VH1 STORYTELLERS is released next week on Monday 6th July.

Some of you may remember this fabulous recording took place at Sony Studios in New York on 23rd August 1999. You can read the original news story from 10 years ago here courtesy of two lucky people who were in attendance.

David Bowie - VH1 Storytellers CD/DVD and Digital Version
Released: 6th July 2009 - EMI

VH1 Storytellers began in 1996 with intimate TV performances by Ray Davies and Elvis Costello.

Over the next few years many singer/songwriters appeared on the show, performing in front of a live audience while telling stories of their music and memories. From Garth Brooks to Smashing Pumpkins, many of the most memorable episodes featured British rock acts, and David Bowie appeared on the show on August 23rd 1999.

Bill Flanagan, Executive Producer of the show explains, "We were used to dealing with legendary musicians. Still, landing David Bowie was more than a big booking. There's no way to say this without being corny: it was an honour. Bowie has a unique place in rock and roll. He is not only one of the most influential musicians of the era, he does nothing unless he is fully committed. He never phones it in."

The full tracklistings are as follows:

David Bowie Storytellers      CD:
       01. Life On Mars?
       02. Rebel Rebel (truncated)
       03. Thursday's Child
       04. Can't Help Thinking About Me
       05. China Girl
       06. Seven
       07. Drive-In Saturday
       08. Word On A Wing

     DVD:
       01. Life On Mars?
       02. Rebel Rebel (truncated)
       03. Thursday's Child
       04. Can't Help Thinking About Me
       05. China Girl
       06. Seven
       07. Drive-In Saturday
       08. Word On A Wing

     DVD bonus performances:
       09. Survive
       10. I Can't Read
       11. Always Crashing In The Same Car
       12. If I'm Dreaming My Life

     Digital audio version:
       01. Life On Mars?
       02. Rebel Rebel (truncated)
       03. Thursday's Child
       04. Can't Help Thinking About Me
       05. China Girl
       06. Seven
       07. Drive-In Saturday
       08. Word On A Wing

     Digital audio bonus performances:
       09. Survive
       10. I Can't Read
       11. Always Crashing In The Same Car
       12. If I'm Dreaming My Life


He continues, "Bowie's STORYTELLERS was a unique theatrical event, a sort of off-Broadway 'Evening with the Artist' in which a great songwriter used bits and pieces from his life and career to show us all the roads leading up to a single moment, a complement to his current album but also a performance strong enough to stand on its own: a compelling introduction to David Bowie for the uninitiated and a fresh experience for the long time fan.

"It was a highlight of the series and a good lesson to those of us behind the camera who sometimes think the artist needs our help. When dealing with an artist of the stature of David Bowie, we can help best by getting out of his way."

You can pre-order David Bowie - VH1 Storytellers 2 disc CD and DVD NOW.


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