First published 2016
David Bowie died on January 10, 2016, sparking an immediate wave of grief that swept across generations of fans worldwide. Rolling Stone critic and bestselling author Rob Sheffield explores why Bowie's passing triggered such an intense emotional response. Sheffield examines Bowie's creative output and the unique bond he forged with his audience throughout his career. The musician pushed artistic boundaries while helping fans see themselves and their world through new lenses. Sheffield, author of Love Is a Mix Tape and a devoted Bowie admirer, shares his personal reaction to losing this cultural figure. He investigates how Bowie both reflected and influenced the times he lived through. The book includes color photographs and offers Sheffield's analysis of why this artist's death resonated so deeply with so many people across different backgrounds and ages.
Genres: biography, non-fiction, music, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: cultural-icon, personal-reflection
Period: 2010s
197 pages · Hardcover · Dey Street Books