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New Book Explores David Bowie's Eclectic Record Collection

publication · 2026-09-06

'David Bowie: Music Lover,' a publication by ACC Art Books, delves into the musical preferences of the legendary artist. Written by Jérôme Soligny and featuring input from Geoff MacCormack, the book showcases over 100 musicians, ranging from Little Richard to Kendrick Lamar, whose sounds shaped Bowie's last album, 'Blackstar,' which debuted just two days prior to his passing. Producer Tony Visconti remarked on Lamar's music being a staple during the album's recording. The work also shines a light on lesser-known figures like Biff Rose and includes MacCormack's reflections on Bowie's fascination with Black American music and Kraftwerk. Additionally, it presents rare images from MacCormack's collection, capturing Bowie in 1975 at Cherokee Studios and backstage at the Hammersmith Odeon in 1973, embodying his creative spirit.

Key facts

  • Book 'David Bowie: Music Lover' published by ACC Art Books
  • Authors: Jérôme Soligny and Geoff MacCormack
  • Features over 100 artists from Bowie's record collection
  • Starts with Little Richard and ends with Kendrick Lamar
  • Kendrick Lamar was listened to during 'Blackstar' recording
  • Tony Visconti revealed the Lamar connection
  • Includes rare photographs by Geoff MacCormack
  • Bowie was 26 when fame took off in 1973

Entities

Artists

  • David Bowie
  • Jérôme Soligny
  • Geoff MacCormack
  • Little Richard
  • Kendrick Lamar
  • Tony Visconti
  • Lou Reed
  • Biff Rose
  • Harry Maslin
  • Dennis Davis
  • Bobby Womack
  • Roy Bittan
  • Ronnie Wood
  • Kraftwerk

Institutions

  • ACC Art Books
  • Cherokee Studios
  • Mayfair Studios
  • Hammersmith Odeon

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom
  • Russia

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