Changestwobowie

Changestwobowie is a compilation album by David Bowie, released in 1981 by RCA Records. The album features a collection of songs from David Bowie's career, including hits like Rebel Rebel and Suffragette City, which were produced by Ken Scott and Tony Visconti. The compilation was released during a period of high creativity for David Bowie, who had recently collaborated with Brian Eno on the Berlin Trilogy, a series of albums that included Low, Heroes, and Lodger. This period also saw David Bowie working with other notable artists, such as Iggy Pop and Lou Reed.

● Introduction

The compilation album Changestwobowie was part of a series of releases by RCA Records that aimed to capitalize on the success of David Bowie's back catalog. The album was released in 1981, a year that saw the rise of New Wave music and the emergence of new artists like The Police, The Clash, and Blondie. During this time, David Bowie was also experimenting with new sounds and styles, as seen in his work with Giorgio Moroder on the Cat People soundtrack and his collaboration with Queen on the song Under Pressure. The album features a range of songs from David Bowie's career, including tracks from his early days as a Mod (subculture)-influenced artist, such as The Man Who Sold the World, as well as songs from his later work with Brian Eno and Tony Visconti.

● Background

The songs on Changestwobowie were selected from David Bowie's extensive catalog, which includes albums like The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, Aladdin Sane, and Diamond Dogs. The compilation features a mix of well-known hits and lesser-known tracks, showcasing David Bowie's eclectic style and ability to blend different genres, such as Glam rock, Art rock, and Soul music. The album's tracklisting reflects David Bowie's collaborations with other notable artists, including Mick Ronson, Trevor Bolder, and Woody Woodmansey, who were all part of the Spiders from Mars band. The compilation also highlights David Bowie's influence on other artists, such as Roxy Music, T. Rex, and New York Dolls.

● Tracklisting

The tracklisting for Changestwobowie includes a range of songs from David Bowie's career, such as Rebel Rebel, Suffragette City, and The Jean Genie. The album also features tracks like Diamond Dogs and 1984, which were inspired by George Orwell's classic novel Nineteen Eighty-Four. Other songs on the album, like Young Americans and Fame, reflect David Bowie's interest in Soul music and his collaborations with artists like John Lennon and Carlos Alomar. The album's tracklisting is a testament to David Bowie's innovative and eclectic approach to music, which has influenced a wide range of artists, from The Cure and Depeche Mode to Lady Gaga and Kanye West.

● Release

Changestwobowie was released in 1981 by RCA Records, which had signed David Bowie in the early 1970s. The album was part of a series of compilations and re-releases that aimed to capitalize on David Bowie's back catalog, which also included albums like Changesonebowie and Changestwobowie's companion piece, Fame and Fashion. The release of Changestwobowie coincided with a period of high creativity for David Bowie, who was working on new material with Giorgio Moroder and Iggy Pop. The album's release also reflected the growing interest in David Bowie's music, which was influenced by his iconic performances at Live Aid and his collaborations with artists like Queen and Mick Jagger.

● Reception

The reception of Changestwobowie was generally positive, with critics praising the album's eclectic tracklisting and David Bowie's innovative approach to music. The album was seen as a testament to David Bowie's influence on the music industry, which had been shaped by his collaborations with artists like Brian Eno, Tony Visconti, and Ken Scott. The album's release also coincided with a growing interest in New Wave music and the emergence of new artists like The Cars, The Pretenders, and Talking Heads. Critics noted that the album's tracklisting reflected David Bowie's ability to blend different genres and styles, from Glam rock and Art rock to Soul music and Funk.

● Chart_performance

The chart performance of Changestwobowie was strong, with the album reaching the top 10 in several countries, including the UK Albums Chart and the US Billboard 200. The album's success reflected the growing interest in David Bowie's music, which had been influenced by his iconic performances at Live Aid and his collaborations with artists like Queen and Mick Jagger. The album's chart performance also coincided with the release of other successful albums by David Bowie, such as Let's Dance and Tonight, which featured hits like Let's Dance (song) and Blue Jean. The success of Changestwobowie helped to cement David Bowie's status as a major artist, influencing a wide range of musicians, from The Smiths and The Cure to Lady Gaga and Kanye West. Category:David Bowie albums