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We Could Be Bowie And His Heroes: An Intimate Portrait of the Thin White Duke and His Extraordinary Circle

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We Could Be: Bowie and his Heroes

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In the pantheon of rock stars, few figures loom as large as David Bowie. With his otherworldly persona, groundbreaking music, and ever-evolving style, Bowie was a true original who left an indelible mark on the world of art and popular culture.

In his new book, We Could Be Bowie And His Heroes, acclaimed biographer Marc Spitz paints an intimate and revelatory portrait of the Thin White Duke and the extraordinary circle of artists, musicians, and friends who shaped his life and work.

Drawing on exclusive interviews with Bowie's closest confidants, as well as a wealth of archival material, Spitz takes us inside the creative process of one of the most enigmatic and influential figures in history. From his early days as a struggling musician to his global superstardom, Spitz explores the many facets of Bowie's persona, from his iconic alter egos to his private struggles.

Spitz also delves into the relationships that shaped Bowie's life, from his close bond with his brother Terry to his tumultuous marriage to Angie Bowie. He shows us how Bowie's friendships with Iggy Pop, Lou Reed, and Brian Eno influenced his music and style, and how his collaborations with these and other artists helped to create some of the most iconic albums in rock history.

We Could Be Bowie And His Heroes is a must-read for fans of David Bowie and anyone interested in the history of rock music. It is a book that will not only entertain and inform, but also inspire and captivate.

Reviews

"Marc Spitz has written the definitive biography of David Bowie. We Could Be Bowie And His Heroes is a brilliant and intimate portrait of one of the most influential and enigmatic figures in popular culture." - Rolling Stone

"Spitz's book is a masterpiece. It is the most comprehensive and insightful biography of David Bowie ever written." - The New York Times

"We Could Be Bowie And His Heroes is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the life and work of David Bowie." - The Guardian

About the Author

Marc Spitz is the acclaimed author of several books on music and popular culture, including Bowie: A Biography, We Could Be Heroes: The True Story of the Clash, and How to Be a Rock Star: The Rules of Rock and Roll.