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“Lou Reed is the most important definitive writer in modern rock. Not because of the stuff that he does, but the direction that he will take it.”

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Book:David Bowie: The Last Interview

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David Bowie: The Last Interview

David Bowie: The Last Interview is a compilation of the last conversation between the iconic musician and an interviewer, providing a glimpse into Bowie's thoughts and perspectives on various aspects of his life and career. The book offers a candid and intimate look at Bowie's final days, showcasing his wisdom and artistic vision. more

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David Bowie (January 8, 1947 – January 10, 2016) was a legendary British musician, singer, songwriter, and actor. Known as the 'chameleon of rock,' he was celebrated for his eclectic musical style, avant-garde stage personas, and constant reinvention. His career spanned decades, blending rock, pop, electronic, and soul. Iconic works include 'Space Oddity,' 'Heroes,' and 'Let's Dance.' Through characters like Ziggy Stardust, he challenged gender and identity norms, leaving a profound impact on popular culture. more

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“There's a thing that just as you go to sleep, if you keep your elbows elevated that you will never go below the dream stage. And I've used that quite a lot and it keeps me dreaming much longer than if I just relaxed.”

Ifs Dream Used Sleep Stage Relaxed Going To Sleep Elbows

Book:David Bowie: The Last Interview

Source: David Bowie: The Last Interview

“I haven't changed my views much since I was about 12, really, I've just got a 12-year-old mentality.When I was in school I had a brother who was into Kerouac and he gave me On The Road to read when I was 12 years old. That's still been a big influence.”

Years Stills Bigs School Views Influence Havens Changed Brother Old Man Mentality I Haven't Changed

Author:David Bowie

“Until you are somewhat comfortable and confident and embrace who you are, as a person, you can't possibly love somebody else because you don't like yourself that much.”

Persons Like You Comfortable Who You Are Embrace Like Yourself

Author:Djimon Hounsou

“I find it easier to write in these little vignettes; if I try to get any more heavy, I find myself out of my league.”

Ifs Writing Trying Littles Easier Heavy League Vignettes

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Source: David Bowie: The Last Interview

“Adults often assume that most learning is the result of teaching and that exploratory, spontaneous learning is unusual. But actually, spontaneous learning is more fundamental.”

Results Teaching Adults Fundamentals Assuming Unusual Spontaneous

Author:Alison Gopnik

“There's not much point in getting any heavier... there's too many things to read and look at.”

Book:David Bowie: The Last Interview

Source: David Bowie: The Last Interview

“Things have to hit for the moment. That's one of the reasons I'm into video; the image has to hit immediately. I adore video and the whole cutting up of it.”

Reason Whole Moments Cutting Video Adore

Author:David Bowie

“I was studying Tibetan Buddhism when I was quite young, again influenced by Kerouac.”

Young Study Buddhism Tibetan Tibetan Buddhism

Book:David Bowie: The Last Interview

Source: David Bowie: The Last Interview

“I don't believe in proper cinema; it doesn't have the strength of television. People having to go out to the cinema is really archaic. I'd much rather sit at home.”

People Believe Home Television Don't Believe Cinema

Book:David Bowie: The Last Interview

Source: David Bowie: The Last Interview

“I want people to hear musicians like Joe Cuba. He has done things to whole masses of Puerto Rican people. The music is fantastic and important.”

People Want Important Done Whole Musician Mass Music Is Fantastic Cuba

Book:David Bowie: The Last Interview

Source: David Bowie: The Last Interview