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av15 days ago•57 min saved

Bose bets on Atmos rival, Bowie goes 360°, and a wave of high-end hi‑fi launches

What Hi‑Fi? rounds up the week’s AV headlines: Bose unveils the Lifestyle Ultra line—a Dolby Atmos soundbar with a nine‑driver array and PhaseGuide, plus a Lifestyle Ultra Sub and Wireless Speakers to form a wireless surround system as a challenger to Sonos Arc Ultra; a David Bowie: You’re Not Alone 360‑degree immersive experience opens in London with spatial audio; Garmin launches the JL Audio Primacy premium speakers (S3 standmounts and T6 floorstanders) with a central CS streamer/preamp at steep prices; Jamo reveals Concert Legacy and Concert Element lines featuring DualCore design and down‑firing bass; Wilson Audio previews updated WATT/Puppy models, continuing its premium legacy. Read the full What Hi‑Fi? Rewind for more.

via What Hi-Fi?|

#av #bose #david-bowie

entertainment3 months ago•8 min saved

Charli XCX Steps Into the Frame: Pop-Star Cinema Gets a New Muse

Ringer critic Adam Nayman analyzes Charli XCX’s The Moment as a sharp meditation on fame and persona, placing it in a long lineage of pop-star cinema from Madonna to David Bowie and Lady Gaga. The film satirizes the gaze of the industry while showcasing Charli’s growing acting presence and suggesting she’s beginning a rebranding as a film-ready artist within this tradition.

via The Ringer|

#charli-xcx #david-bowie #entertainment

showbiz4 months ago•43 min saved

Beloved folk singer Tucker Zimmerman and wife die in Belgian house fire

California-born folk singer Tucker Zimmerman, once idolized by David Bowie, died aged 84 alongside his wife Marie-Claire Lambert in a house fire at their home in eastern Belgium, with authorities reporting asphyxiation as the cause. Married for more than 50 years, the couple are survived by their son Quanah. Zimmerman’s 1969 debut Ten Songs by Tucker Zimmerman was produced by Tony Visconti, a connection Bowie valued, and tributes poured in from admirers after the news.

via Daily Mail|

#belgium #david-bowie #folk-music

local-news4 months ago•2 min saved

David Bowie Donates Over £10,000 to Binley Woods Village Hall on His Death Day

On the day David Bowie died in 2016, his son Duncan Jones donated £10,116 to Binley Woods village hall's car park fund in his father's memory, after a long correspondence with a local fan, Norman Miller, who had hoped Bowie would perform there.

via BBC|

#binley-woods #car-park #charity-donation

music4 months ago•14 min saved

Celebrating David Bowie's Legacy a Decade After His Passing

Ten years after his death, David Bowie's final album Blackstar is celebrated as a profound farewell that redefined the art of saying goodbye, showcasing his innovative spirit and leaving a lasting legacy in music and art.

via Rolling Stone|

#artistic-legacy #blackstar #david-bowie

entertainment4 months ago•3 min saved

Celebrating a Legend: David Bowie's Impact and Legacy Ten Years On

The article chronicles David Bowie's early life in London, his rise to fame with iconic albums like Ziggy Stardust, and his lasting influence on music, highlighting key locations in London that shaped his career and his enduring legacy.

via BBC|

#brixton #david-bowie #entertainment

entertainment4 months ago•6 min saved

Reflecting on David Bowie's Enduring Musical Legacy

The article recounts David Bowie's last live performances, highlighting his health scare during the 2004 tour, his brief return to the stage in 2005 and 2006, and his final public appearance in 2007, emphasizing the significance of these moments in his late career.

via Rolling Stone|

#david-bowie #entertainment #final-performances

music4 months ago•13 min saved

Reflecting on David Bowie's Enduring Musical Legacy a Decade After 'Blackstar'

A decade after its release, David Bowie's 'Blackstar' is recognized not just as a final album but as a complex, experimental work that was initially seen as a personal statement and a reflection of his awareness of mortality, which gained profound cultural significance following his death from liver cancer.

via The Ringer|

#blackstar #david-bowie #death

culture4 months ago•5 min saved

Reflecting on David Bowie's Enduring Musical Legacy and Tributes

A decade after David Bowie's death, his musical legacy appears to be fading in visibility and influence, with limited streaming presence, a focus on high-priced box sets over accessible releases for younger audiences, and a cautious estate that prioritizes quality and long-term preservation over viral hits or commercial exploitation.

via The Guardian|

#culture #david-bowie #estate-management

culture4 months ago•3 min saved

David Bowie's Childhood Home to Open to the Public After Restoration

David Bowie's childhood home in Bromley, London, will be opened to the public as an immersive experience in late 2027, showcasing his early life and creative beginnings, supported by a £500,000 grant and public fundraising, to celebrate his legacy and inspire future generations.

via BBC|

#culture #david-bowie #heritage

music4 months ago•6 min saved

Reflecting on a Decade of David Bowie's 'Blackstar' and His Enduring Legacy

Celebrating the 10th anniversary of David Bowie's 'Blackstar,' the article reflects on the album's significance as a cryptic, heartfelt farewell created amidst Bowie's battle with cancer, highlighting its experimental nature, jazz influences, and its role as a profound final statement in his legendary career.

via Stereogum|

#blackstar #david-bowie #farewell

entertainment4 months ago•4 min saved

Celebrating David Bowie's Enduring Legacy and Artistic Resilience

The Final Act is a documentary that explores David Bowie's career, focusing on his final album Blackstar as a masterful conclusion to his artistic journey, highlighting his vulnerabilities, creative struggles, and ultimate acceptance of his legacy, offering a fresh perspective on his life and work.

via The Guardian|

#blackstar #bowie-career #david-bowie

entertainment4 months ago•13 min saved

Reevaluating David Bowie: Insights, Tributes, and Legacy

This article features insights from eight insiders who knew David Bowie best, revealing his personality, work ethic, and constant reinvention, highlighting his influence on music and the lasting impact of his collaborations and legacy after his death in 2016.

via The Times|

#band-members #david-bowie #entertainment

entertainment4 months ago•3 min saved

David Bowie's Enduring Legacy and Artistic Resurrection

A documentary titled 'Bowie: The Final Act' explores David Bowie's career, struggles, and artistic legacy, highlighting his final album Blackstar and his influence as a creative icon, while reflecting on his human vulnerabilities and enduring mythos, ten years after his death.

via The Guardian|

#blackstar #david-bowie #documentary

obituaries4 months ago•8 min saved

Legendary Artist Manager Michael Lippman Dies at 79

Michael Lippman was a renowned music manager known for guiding the careers of stars like David Bowie and George Michael, employing a tough yet charismatic approach, and pioneering management of producers and writers, leaving a significant legacy in the entertainment industry.

via thetimes.com|

#david-bowie #entertainment-industry #george-michael