David Bowie was a musical and cultural icon and millions of fans around the world mourned his death from liver cancer just two days after his 69th birthday.
His innovative style made him one of the most influential musicians of his time. And 48 years ago today Bowie released the album that would catapult him to international superstardom - The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars.
Throughout his life he continued to experiment with different musical styles, encompasing everything from glam rock to jungle.
Bowie was one of the best-selling artists in the world and was named in the Rolling Stone Hall of Fame. Outside his incredible music, the Ashes To Ashes singer was also a talented actor, appearing in films Labrynth,
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