You can't go wrong adding Young Americans as your first Bowie studio album, though it's not my favorite. I would recommend any of his following 5 albums (Station to Station, Low, Heroes, Lodger, Scary Monsters) before YA, but it's still an essential part of his catalog.
And I can relate to preferring the behind-the-scenes roles. Though getting some recognition and accolades is always a welcome addition.
I think it is, especially during their lifetime. Sometimes it takes some distance ... breathing room ... to be able to get a more complete look at what someone has accomplished and to put it in perspective.
Guitarist Carlos Alomar was responsible for the anchoring guitar riff; he shared the songwriting credit with Bowie and Lennon.
You can't go wrong adding Young Americans as your first Bowie studio album, though it's not my favorite. I would recommend any of his following 5 albums (Station to Station, Low, Heroes, Lodger, Scary Monsters) before YA, but it's still an essential part of his catalog.
And I can relate to preferring the behind-the-scenes roles. Though getting some recognition and accolades is always a welcome addition.
Thanks, Steve. I'll give each of 'em a try on YouTube and proceed accordingly.
I so miss David Bowie. Is it possible that such a famous musician's work is underrated? The variety and breadth of his songbook is extraordinary.
I think it is, especially during their lifetime. Sometimes it takes some distance ... breathing room ... to be able to get a more complete look at what someone has accomplished and to put it in perspective.