Tag: Legendary British rock star David Bowie

In death, David Bowie’s new album heads to Number 1

Less than 24 hours after the news about David Bowie death broke out, his 25th studio collection takes an early lead on Official Albums Chart Update with combined sales so far of 43,000 – 25,000 on Monday (January 11). Bowie, who framed hits such as “Ziggy Stardust” with daringly androgynous displays of sexuality and glittering costumes, died aged 69 on Sunday. “As the sad news of David Bowie’s death broke this morning, the iconic singer’s […]

David Bowie dies at 69 from cancer

Legendary British rock star David Bowie, who framed hits such as “Ziggy Stardust” with daringly androgynous displays of sexuality and glittering costumes, has died aged 69 after a secret battle with cancer “David Bowie died peacefully today surrounded by his family after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer,” read a statement on Bowie’s Facebook page dated Sunday (January 10). Bowie’s son, Duncan Jones, confirmed the death. Mourners laid flowers and lit candles beside a memorial […]