Bandmixers Discography Series / Selections From -
DAVID BOWIE / THE RISE AND FALL OF ZIGGY STARDUST (1972)
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David Bowie (1947–2016) was an English singer, songwriter, actor, and cultural icon known for his eclectic musical style and constant reinvention throughout his career. He emerged in the 1960s and became famous in the 1970s with his album The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars (1972), where he introduced the androgynous, alien persona of Ziggy Stardust. This marked the beginning of his transformative approach to music and identity. Bowie's work spanned numerous genres, from glam rock, soul, and funk to electronic, industrial, and experimental rock. Albums like Heroes (1977), Low (1977), and Let’s Dance (1983) cemented his reputation as a pioneer, influencing generations of artists across multiple genres. In addition to his music career, Bowie was a successful actor, appearing in films like The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) and Labyrinth (1986). His ability to constantly evolve and challenge the status quo, both musically and personally, made him one of the most influential and enduring figures in popular culture. Bowie's impact on art, fashion, and music left a lasting legacy, with his death in 2016 following a battle with cancer marking the end of an era for many fans and artists alike. His final album, Blackstar (2016), was released just days before his death, further solidifying his status as a visionary.
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FEATURED SONG SELECTIONS
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BAND MEMBER SLOTS
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SERIES INFORMATION
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Note: If you're signing up for "Guitar 1" as your primary instrument you're committing to lead and rhythm guitar parts, whereas "Guitar 2" is rhythm guitar-parts only unless otherwise agreed upon by participating guitarists. Overall song presentation by all musicians should follow standard instrumentation and arrangements as originally recorded on the song's studio versions, keeping everyone on the same page regarding practice time and event performances.
Bandmixers - Discography / Rules of Participation
- All participating musicians are required to have an intermediate to advanced-level skill set and playing ability to participate (see FAQ).
- At-home individual learning/practicing along with the ability to readily-apply your respective playing parts into a group rehearsal and live performance setting.
- If you're new to the community and/or are unsure if a given band is the right fit for your particular skill level but have interest in participating, drop us a note and tell us a bit about your playing background, skill level, ability to accurately learn material on your own, etc.
Series Program Format
- We select 4 iconic albums, choose 6 classic tracks from each to make up 4 Discography bands per live event.
- Participating musicians self-select into one of the event's album-showcase bands based on their primary instrument and ability-level.
- Participant cost is $295 and includes:
- Dedicated band members
- FoF hosted band "meet-n-greet" session
- Three, 2-hour pre-scheduled band rehearsal sessions at our studio facility (see schedule above)
- Curated 6-song album set w/band selected "bonus" track (7 song-set in all)
- Venue booking, show promotion and event hosting
- Complimentary drink
- Awesome live show for friends, family and the FoF community!
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Step One: Claim Your Spot
Please fill out AND submit the form below BEFORE proceeding to payment step.
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Step Two: Submit Payment
Payment reserves your album selection and instrument choice. Payments are processed through PayPal with all major debit/credit cards accepted.
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