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Station to Station is the tenth studio album by English musician David Bowie, released in 1976 and introducing his persona known as the Thin White Duke.
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What persona did David Bowie adopt for the Station to Station album?
During the recording and promotion of the 1976 album, David Bowie adopted the persona of the 'Thin White Duke.' The character was characterized by a slicked-back hairstyle, a white shirt, and a black vest, and was known for a cold, detached demeanor.
What is the longest track on David Bowie's Station to Station?
The opening title track, 'Station to Station,' is over 10 minutes long, making it the longest song on the album. It takes up the entire first side of the original vinyl LP and transitions from a dark, mechanical march into a soaring soul-rock ballad.
What movie was David Bowie filming when he recorded Station to Station?
Bowie was heavily involved in filming Nicolas Roeg's science fiction film 'The Man Who Fell to Earth' during this period. He refused to let go of his character, Thomas Jerome Newton, which deeply influenced the cold, alien feel of the Thin White Duke persona.
Does the song 'Golden Years' appear on Station to Station?
Yes, 'Golden Years' is the lead single from the album and was released before the full record dropped in 1976. It was one of Bowie's biggest hits at the time, famously performed on the television show Soul Train.
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