What Makes This Singer Great? David Bowie

[@bowie4ever824]

David Bowie is the bomb, influenced everything from music to fashion. Was always fearlessly ahead of his time. Gorgeous unique voice. Love him. “Station to Station” is a masterpiece. Berlin trilogy. Gone too soon. Lovely man.

[@kentamplin]

Well said! Thank you!

[@credenza1]

Station to Station is great. I treat myself to it every now and then when I have the time to stop and listen. What a journey.

[@cfred7638]

Agreed...his Berlin stuff was a masterpiece. German version of Heroes...one of my all time favorites. And Station to Station makes my arm hairs stand up!!

[@fireice2999]

The soundtrack and appearances he did for the German film Christine F. is amazing.

[@cfred7638]

Yup! I remember watching Christiane F as a teenager. Disturbing film, yet brilliant. Loved seeing Bowie onstage performing. Thanks for mentioning that film as another reminder of his contribution to the legacy of his greatness.

[@fireice2999]

He’s such a huge inspiration to this day. Never stopped being innovative, broad vocal range, prolific and generous songwriter. Love his super deep voice in “I Feel Free” “China Girl” - can recognize his voice anywhere.Tin Machine, his ‘90s super group, was underrated, so cool.

[@kentamplin]

Well said. Thank you!

[@bowie4ever824]

Mick Ronson played the guitar on “I Feel Free” 1993, his last performance.

[@Ian-ss2kv]

Bowie is amazing! My favourit singers are David Bowie and Robert Plant

[@kentamplin]

Good ones!!

[@livetoyourfullest7207]

I love his voice on “Cat People - Putting out Fire”, gets chills listening to him sing. He also chose to work with some of the greatest guitarists. He’s one of a kind true Renaissance man with a big heart.

[@kentamplin]

Well said!

[@cfred7638]

OH YES...his voice on that song was true perfection, in style and talent. Excellent song for sure!!

[@hiddlespedia5642]

Oh that´s the one I love to because of how amazing his vocals are,

[@halloweenjack95]

Have you heared the Sweet Thing suit??? Absolutely phenomenal vocals.

[@ccchanel8171]

David Bowie is phenomenal, an artist to the core. He’s not only influenced so many genres of music but generations of music fans. He is also very witty and kind and one of my favorite singers. Love love his unique voice especially his low range. He’s a beautiful man, so handsome and stylish.

[@kentamplin]

Absolutely, CC Chanel!

[@CuirPhotodotNet]

@@kentamplin .....he has said that he always thought of himself....as an actor...who sings..the songs are moods..and roles...Tina Sinatra...told David that her dad Frank...loved the sound of his voice...David was speechless......Carlos Alamar...Davids musical director and lead guitarist for many years since Young Americans...said David ..was a baritone...with tenor leanings..David so desperately wanted to be unique ..and so..he became so...he really is one of the most charismatic and inspirational people on the planet...a true artist...and really represented what we all wanted a rock star to be...androgynous...ambisexual...skinny...seductive...alien...sexy...bizarre...stylish...he produced an extremely diverse body of work that constantly explored his tastes and interests...independent of money...or restraint...all the while...looking like a walking special effect...he..and James Brown...and Little Richard...they opened doors...that will never close again....

[@bridgetcallahan8685]

I heard an interview with David Bowie where he talked about how he never set out to be a singer; he thought more of songwriter. He became a singer because he couldn't find anyone he wanted to sing his song so he morphed into that role.

[@kentamplin]

Same reason I became a singer.

[@jamessanford4662]

I don't think people understand how good of a song writer/lyricist he was

[@kentamplin]

Thank you, James. Rock on!

[@MarkBennett007]

He was an artist that never stop evolving ....the look.... the drama.... the voice. Was quality pop. A one off never to be forgotten creator.

[@kentamplin]

Indeed.

[@laurathorpe759]

David made his sound his own so it was was immediately recognisable there will never be anybody else like him

[@kentamplin]

Indeed!

[@tylerpurrden]

Favorite all-time anything ever. He was more than a voice, he was a force of nature! He changed my life with his music, his films and his absolute singularity. Miss him constantly

[@kentamplin]

tylerpurrden ❤️

[@lucidam7722]

I adore David Bowie, his voice is spectacular. He can sing so low and sound really sexy. So many great songs, I can listen to him for days. He was a great arranger/producer too and even resurrected the careers of Iggy Pop and Lou Reed. Love “Station to Station” “Stay””Jump” “Lady Grinning Soul” and Tin Machine songs, I can’t list them all too many.

[@kentamplin]

Thank you!

[@theo8370]

Looove “station to station” and “stay” so much as well. That album is crazy good.

[@leonline3424]

The less known songs are the ones with his best vocal skils. Nice vid.

[@kentamplin]

Glad you liked it, LeOnline!

[@akashadragonssolarys9686]

I think we like David Bowie because he was a story teller and his voice was so special. For me it's the way you sing who make of you a big singer. And I like people who don't look like the other.

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for weighing in, Akasha Dragons Solarys!

[@philsterthephilster]

I remember being told years ago the difference between a good singer and a great singer...... is a tear. Bowies singing on Wild is the Wind confirms his status as a great singer., It is sublime, haunting, longing and never fails to bring a tear.

[@kentamplin]

Beautiful! Thanks, philster!

[@philsterthephilster]

@@kentamplin I have just finished listening it after watching your vid. I think it his Magnun Opus.

[@credenza1]

I agree. Wild is the Wind is perfection made from flawed elements.

[@SidDARKtha]

What makes David a great artist is his deepness. Every one of his characters had a deep story behind. His lyrics are really meaningful. And as if it were little, he was also a multifaceted artist; he painted, he acted, he danced, he learn the art of mimes. There is so much to say there are books based on his life and the meanings behind his art.

[@DanielSmith-pq4yc]

I don't think there was anything Bowie couldn't do. Singer, actor, painter trend setter the list goes on.

[@kentamplin]

Indeed!

[@flightoffancylady4809]

Add Jacques Brel.

[@flightoffancylady4809]

I think voice is so beautiful in “Lady Grinning Soul” “China Girl” and “Modern Love”. He also influenced more musical genres than anyone else, probably the most influential rock star. His life is a work of art, there was a “David Bowie Is” traveling museum exhibit curated by Victoria and Albert Museum that is now VR app.

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for weighing in, Flightier FancyLady!

[@deepbluesea8163]

“Under Pressure” my favorite song by 2 legends. David Bowie is a musical genius.

[@kentamplin]

Absolutely, Deep Blue Sea!

[@anabellelei8540]

All Hail Bowie! Can't say how much of an impact he's had on my life,I owe him so much.

[@kentamplin]

Glad you enjoyed it, anabelle lei!

[@Bagpipe13]

just love David Bowie.

[@kentamplin]

Bagpipe13 👍

[@palomaqui]

I love David Bowie. He is a unique singer. The movie Labyrinth is one of my favorites that he came out, and the music from the film is excellent. Thank you for reacting to David Bowie.

[@kentamplin]

Thank you for listening, Magda!

[@QuabmasM]

If you havent, check out his songs Loving the Alien & Absolute Beginners as both are from the Labyrinth era & have a bit of its magic. That was the era & also the film that introduced me to him as an 80s kid born so I naturally gravitate to 80s Bowie music like Lets Dance. He sure did reinvent himself plenty times(though always in his own lane)...in the end it seems he tried to please everybody with his last albums as I hear a little bit of "every Bowie" in them.

[@ramirocastrocabanillas2196]

David Bowie the master

[@kentamplin]

Indeed!

[@sybaritic2001]

The songs he wrote and performed are so emotive, they pierce the soul. I greatly regret that I never saw him live.

[@kentamplin]

I understand! Rock on!

[@tracezachdaniels4264]

AAHH David........yes...timeless...soooo cool..

[@kentamplin]

Maybe the coolest.

[@TheRyanos]

Bowie had a very unique voice and the fact that throughout his +- 40 year long career he touched so many different genres makes him even more legendary. He was eccentric, innovative, daring and a rebel. He always wanted to try out new things and didn't care too much about societal norms and the mainstream opinion. He was also a very charismatic person, check his live performances for that and also his interviews. All in all, my all time favourite artist by a mile! Love this vid btw.

[@kentamplin]

Well said, Ryan!

[@095hriatavarte3]

His different personas/alter-egos and the stories behind each of them along with the emotions they carry are what made Bowie even more interesting... Everything he did was a work of art... artistry at its finest

[@kentamplin]

Couldn't agree more! Thank you!

[@chrislouboutin9059]

David Bowie produced a masterpiece Black Star and a very successful musical Lazarus while fighting cancer. He was hugely influenced by Jacques Brel. He was a true artist in every sense and a music pioneer. He even launched a full-fledged internet service provider like AOL (Bowie.net)that had the first downloadable song by an artist. Bowie bonds to buy back his own music, Bowie banc, his online bank. Love his album Scary Monsters.

[@kentamplin]

Quite the Renaissance Man.

[@chrislouboutin9059]

Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy he truly was.

[@fruitandveggies24]

I met some of my first internet friends on Bowienet. It was so unique at the time!

[@mc-funk]

Really fantastic and fascinating vocals on Scary Monsters, too. It took me a couple listen throughs before it clicked for me, and now it is definitely in my top 5 Bowie albums.

[@billjohnson1094]

An endlessly inquisitive mind that informs his lyrics. And it doesn't hurt to be almost shocking handsome.

[@kentamplin]

It definitely doesn't, Bill!

[@thekevindeucey]

The three greatest baritones in my book are, of course, David Bowie, but, also Dave Gahan (Depeche Mode) and Peter Murphy (Bauhaus.) Loved the reaction. I think you discounted the quality and the power of Bowie's voice. In fact, to the point of criminal. To me, you were describing Dave Gahan. Not Bowie. ❤

[@Doubrelle]

Hey Ken when i think of Bowie i think of his pretty awesome range, listen to "Wild is the Wind" where you hear the full range in action, His tonal shifts and his ability to hold long notes, Great vibrato also I very rarely (actually never) disagree with you but in my books hes a pretty good singer with some technical ability - mind you im just a singer you're a great singer and a great coach - and this is a fascinating series thank you so much

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for weighing in. Rock on!

[@cheknfaks]

"A singer is only a singer because they have the guts to become one". Powerful quote and so true! This is the main dilemma I battle with and why no one has heard me sing as of yet. I would probably gain my confidence if I got Kens' approval and therapy.

[@kentamplin]

You can do it!

[@cynkal1203]

David Bowie has been my favorite singer since I was a little girl. I grew up in a family who loved Rock n Roll and from a young age, his voice has touched me. I can't explain why but the tone of his voice and the way he sang is so unique. In addition, some of his unique style changes have always resonated with me. From Hunky Dory to Alladin Sane to Tin Machine, i will always be impressed, emotionally attached and stirred by his vocals and songs and songwriting. When he passed, many of my friends reached out to me because they know he was my guy.

[@davidgoddard5423]

Hey Ken, Thanks for a very interesting and informed analysis of my singing / performing hero. Sorry I missed this video when it was first uploaded. Much love, David G.

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for watching!

[@guiyome7619]

He's so à great singer, I'm in love with Starman! I wonder if you'll do an episode on Mike Patton from Faith no more?

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for the suggestion!!

[@braybrannan-saine6407]

Oh man I think of the movie Labyrinth and the duet on The Little Drummer Boy he did with Bing Crosby!!

[@kentamplin]

Memorable, indeed!

[@garyseven919]

"Got the world to sing his songs on his terms." Such a great observation.

[@rod61burgman]

Bowie is not an artist, he's a work of art!

[@kentamplin]

Rod Rider 👍🏼

[@markesquivelarvizu6942]

Bowie= Scott Walker+ Elvis+ Anthony Newley+ KATHARINE HEPBURN!!!!!!...and my fave Rock singer

[@kentamplin]

Hahaha!! Maybe so...

[@mandiski78]

I love Bowie!!!

[@kentamplin]

So do I!

[@credenza1]

"Wild is the Wind"; Bowie's homage to Nina Simone - captures all of his drama, power and technical precision, along with his strangely unmusical voice.

[@kentamplin]

Thank you.

[@fruitandveggies24]

I absolutely love Wild is the Wind! It's not his song, but he made it is. Great karaoke song if you can get a cool enough audience. ;)

[@rome8180]

The woman singing with him and playing bass is Gail Ann Dorsey. An amazing singer and musician in her own right. She performed Freddie's parts when Bowie played "Under Pressure" live. And she did an incredible job of it.

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for the info!

[@MrHoppy-so2no]

Bowie is an icon - I really do not think he has a peer. Artistic and creative to the end (btw - you did mention any of his post Let's Dance work - amazing work, especially Black Star and Heathen) - I was able to see him 25+ times in concert - always amazing. Thanks!

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for listening, Martin!

[@bearsing-3990]

Bowie is just amazing person as he is. Not only music or singing, at all aspect he was more than ordinary.

[@kentamplin]

Absolutely, BEARSING!

[@angieleija9400]

Love David Bowie, fell in love with his music as a Teenager. I was mesmerized by him him as Ziggy Stardust and enjoyed his music there after, he's one of my favs and A true legend Musical Icon 💙

[@kentamplin]

Awesome! Thanks, angie!

[@spencergroup]

I had the pleasure of seeing Bowie live several times (maybe 4-5 times). I was front row center for his Glass Spider Tour in 1987 at Anaheim Stadium. He had such a command of the stage and always had a terrific band to back him. He had a unique quality to his voice and used it to create such masterpieces. He was a musical genius, creative innovator and the ultimate artist. I wish I could have met him personally.

[@kentamplin]

Good for you! Great memories! 😀

[@chrismeadows4216]

Tbh, I do think David was one of the greatest singers in rock music, and not just because he had a great tone and carried himself well. I don't think his best vocal performances are in hits. He put more depth and effort into the deep cuts because he never saw himself as a hit singles artist. He considered himself an album guy and didn't want people to perceive him as someone who just went for hits, in spite of having so many singles. I'd like to list 5 songs that I consider completely incredible, top tier vocal performances where he genuinely sang in a way that most people should recognize and give credit: Lady Grinning Soul Across the Universe Wild is the Wind The Drowned Girl When the Wind Blows They're night and day compared to a stylistic song like Heroes where he was originally just trying to sing loud enough to open a noise gate. He actually made the attempt to put in pristine, expressive vocals and they paid off.

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for weighing in, Chris!

[@chrismeadows4216]

@@kentamplin Absolutely, Ken! Another great video, as usual!

[@calvinchris6911]

He collaborated with Freddie ❤❤❤

[@kentamplin]

Under Pressure!

[@lemmh2]

They made Vanilla Ice famous too lol

[@Chrissy-pf5pd]

I can't remember a time when Heroes has not been on my current playlist (MP3 player which goes everywhere with me). I love Bowie. 💕

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for sharing!

[@fabiomadison4021]

David Bowie truly , truly , beautifull voice , a master and a beautifull forever songs!, very distinctive voice , unique!

[@kentamplin]

For sure! Rock on!

[@liyaandinnamay2501]

Omg I have the hots for David. He's one of the most influential and greatest singers, musicians of all time. I love every peace of his music. All his songs are masterpieces. He changed his images really often, however he always stayed instantly recognisable and unique. I will always remember him for his inimitable voice, quaint hairstyles, striking costumes and outstanding concerts. We miss you David, our hero, our Starman!😘❤️💕❣️🤗💗💗🌹😭😍💞❤️

[@istampoolschoen]

David Bowie is a really great one! Unique and creativ! He invents himself and his songs new and different! And he sings human, that's his Charisma! Thanks for your analysis!♥️

[@kentamplin]

My pleasure! Rock on!

[@fy1755]

Bowie a true genius

[@kentamplin]

I agree.

[@jeffschielka7845]

David Bowie another great artist taken from us way too soon. Singer, actor, stage, Bowie did it all! David was definitely one of a kind. Always liked his music. Loved when he asked Rick Wakeman to help with Space Odyssey. Classic! Also one of my favorites has to be Rebel Rebel. Thanks for the video Ken! Still waiting patiently for Jon Anderson. Lol

[@kentamplin]

Thanks, Jeff! Well said.

[@jeffschielka7845]

@@kentamplin You are more than welcome. You are on a roll doing all of my favorites, except one! Enough said.🎤

[@mamymimma]

Such a fascinating artist!

[@kentamplin]

Indeed!

[@anntrower5155]

I grew up to the music of David Bowie and I just love him! I think you described him perfectly- very eccentric, kind of flamboyant and charismatic and reinventing himself. He was a very recognizable singer- you always knew it was him!

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for weighing in, Ann!

[@ShawnnaJohnsonPublicFigure]

Awesome perspective! I understand what you are saying! "NOT THE GREATEST SINGER" But brings "HIS OWN CHARACTER" And that makes him "GREAT"! Yes! He is "UNIQUE" in his own right! Awesome perspective! Thank you! Nice Video!

[@kentamplin]

Absolutely!!

[@foropera]

His voice as a "crooner" was at its top in the live album "Stage". The voice was darker, sensuous, thicker and with a huge sustained sound legato. Vocally to me his best time. On the other hand on the excerpt you share here, it's not Bowie at its top...

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for the observations, foropera!

[@liyaandinnamay2501]

Ken, I'm addicted to your videos. You're greatly marvelous and inspiring. Looking forward fascinating stuff. You rock!🤘💯😍😍❣️❣️

[@joshdance9959]

Wrong. Bowie DID HAVE THE GREATEST VOICE.

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for weighing in, Josh!

[@joshdance9959]

@@kentamplin No problem Ken. I really liked your point about singers are singers because they have the guts to sing. I'm a singer myself so i get that. I find your videos on the whole really informative and interesting. Keep up the good work!

[@amandagoodman1272]

Absolutely the BEST VOICE and at his prime in the clips shown! @joshdance & @kentamplin Gail Ann Dorsey his bass player (and duetting singer with him too) said in an interview what a great voice he had!

[@jayjaytee9944]

Interesting discussion Ken. Imo Bowie was one of the all time greats and so diverse in his music too as you touched upon. From Folk, Soul, Electronica, Pop ,Funk, Industrial and even Proto Metal with The Man Who sold The World album he was constantly reinventing himself .....But most importantly he had the songs. Musicians talk today about being Post Genre artists...Bowie was always that his whole career..... Bowie did what he wanted.

[@kentamplin]

Couldn't agree more, JAYJAY!

[@sky-ih9cu]

I think he's hard to categorize but in a very good way. Another favorite of mine also. His singing makes the hairs on my skin stand up, also in a good way. I like the depth his voice goes I find it very mesmerizing. His style is unique and definitely all his own and that's what makes him great. I actually find his voice soulful at times and soothing in a weird way. He's like Freddie Mercury, unique in his style of singing and in a class all by himself. His singing style changed with each decade. He's not your typical singer, but what he had worked for him. In a class all on his own. Another good one gone.

[@luiz.ribeirinho]

Great video as always, Ken! I'd like to leave a suggestion, if I may: what about making a "What makes this singer great" video for Joey Tempestt? He was my first vocal influence ever. I became a singer after seeing him singing ahead of Europe, when I was just seven. It would be great to see him covered in your series. Cheers, and all the best for you!

[@kentamplin]

Great suggestion!

[@niamhmajor2733]

I'm currently writing a Bowie inspired musical, absolutely adore Bowie and his music, thank you for this video, really interesting!

[@kentamplin]

Best of luck, Niamh!

[@niamhmajor2733]

@@kentamplin thank you! 😁

[@mistystorm2637]

I just want to say that this is amazing!! And your hair is fabulous!

[@kentamplin]

Thank you, Misty!

[@summermcpherson8209]

Woohoo! Huge Bowie fan right here! Good thing I'm wearing a Bowie shirt too! So I'm pretty much in luck today!

[@kentamplin]

Buy a lottery ticket! 😉

[@summermcpherson8209]

Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy hahaha very funny!

[@armymomheatherc]

you described him accurately and perfect.

[@kentamplin]

I'm glad you think so, ArmyMomHeatherC.!

[@HiroForever]

I LOVE the stories told by Nile Rodgers of working with Bowie on Let’s Dance and China Girl. 🥰🥰🥰There again though.... Nile is another INCREDIBLE TALENT

[@kentamplin]

Awesome! Thanks!!

[@vahurjoa210]

I love what effect David Bowie had on people's lives. Ricky Gervais has talked about it multiple times.

[@kentamplin]

Absolutely, Vahur Joa!

[@regalitovega9803]

David himself said that he didnt like his voice but that he was a great performance. Good vídeo

[@kentamplin]

Lucky for us he didn't listen to his inner critic.

[@alisonpaul-roberts9127]

The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou has a soundtrack with mostly Bowie covers...a definite departure of covers...but I knew immediately it was Bowie.... love him

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for the info!

[@fruitandveggies24]

One of my fave movies. Acoustic Portugese versions of Bowie songs - who knew they'd be so good?

[@mrrominemr]

Such unique artistic expression.

[@kentamplin]

Absolutely!!

[@fruitandveggies24]

As an absolute Bowie fanatic, I think you said it well - he had the GUTS to be a singer. I've come to really appreciate singers that honestly aren't that technically great at singing, but their performance and essence as an artist is just beyond compare. Nick Cave is another great example, he's famous for being out of tune most of the time but his performances and recordings are just incredible and captivating. Guys like this really take the art of music beyond just singing and make it something almost existential.

[@kentamplin]

S V 👍🏼

[@TheWhoo2000]

Two thumbs up Ken. Great review! (The Whoo)

[@kentamplin]

Thanks, Whooinhell!

[@1960taylor]

Never forget when my buddy who was a musician said "David Bowie's guitar player is playing the El Mocambo lets check it out"....that is club in Toronto. We went and the player was SRV. Blew our minds. I can keep up with you Ken with the story's..haha

[@kentamplin]

I know! Amazing!

[@1960taylor]

@@kentamplin ha

[@Max-dd4ow]

The reason David is so good? Because of me and him on “Under Pressure”

[@kentamplin]

True!

[@Max-dd4ow]

@Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy 🤣I’m just messing around. Great video as always

[@Gaminating]

Could you do a video on Black Francis too? David Bowie had lots of praise for him. Some may not like his style of singing/screaming, but it is unique, including how much Pixies’ music influenced a bunch of other bands in the 90s. I’d greatly appreciate it, since not many KZbinrs talk about him.

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@Housey29]

Ken, Heroes such an amazing song like it very much, Black Star and Lazarus are testament to his final performances great courage will be sadly missed!!!

[@kentamplin]

Yes, it's still kind of surprising to remember he's gone.

[@patrickluszcz7801]

What also made him great was his song writing!..

[@kentamplin]

Absolutely, Patrick!

[@kraftwerk974]

A favourite of many of us for sure. He was something else and survived any genre and fashion. Maybe you could do Brett Anderson one day as well. Great video thanks.

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for listening!

[@bethhelminiak5063]

Life On Mars. Go back and listen. He had a lovely voice and controlled it masterfully. He was a talented singer and showman.

[@TheExtremenarcissist]

I think David Bowie was a rare breed in popular music. He brought in concepts taken from high-art and the avant-garde and mixed them with folk, rock and R n’ B. One of his big influences was the late Scott Walker, a contemporary of his from the US who began in the Walker Brothers and became an increasingly avant-garde recording artist. Scott’s singing style was also influenced by ‘crooners’ and he wrote very idiosyncratic lyrics. Check out The Walker Brothers ‘The Electrician’ for instance. Cheers

[@kentamplin]

Thank you.

[@TheExtremenarcissist]

Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy cheers, Ken. I’m chris from the UK. I forgot to mention another thing notable about Bowie is his vocal arrangements with the quirky backing vocals. Take his ‘Bom, Bom, Bom’ on the chorus of Lou Reed’s ‘satellite of love’ for instance.

[@onetakeadventureswithjoeld4679]

"But I never waive bye bye" great line

[@kentamplin]

It is, JD M!

[@sussylh4124]

Great choice, my all time favorite singer .. :) I would suggest Bobby Darin, staying in the crooner category ..

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for the suggestion! 🦈🦈🦈 (little reference to Mack the Knife)

[@sussylh4124]

@@kentamplin Thank you for your fine videos, which I enjoy immensely. The Neumann mic piece was excellent. I think Bowie's best song for me would be something like a width of a circle and of course Life On Mars .. honestly there are so many. I'm in the process of trying to learn to sing myself, I guess I will do a Bowie tune soon and put it up here on my channel :)

[@tylerhackner9731]

What a legend 🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@kentamplin]

Absolutely!

[@jeffschielka7845]

Cool. Bowie!

[@kentamplin]

Rock on, Jeff!

[@jeffschielka7845]

@@kentamplin Always!🎹⭐🎵🎶🎼🎤🎸🎷🎻

[@carlosalbertovz]

Heroes an amazing song. R.I.P. David.

[@kentamplin]

It is, Carlos!

[@neverenoughcowbell809]

A great singer and enterrainer for sure. His creativity was incredible. Personally. The man who sold the world is my favourite. Probably not his most popular but, still great. Then when Cobain covered it. It was two completely opposite sounds yet together magic

[@kentamplin]

Never Enough Cowbell 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@CStanleyK]

I've been a Bowie admirer since 1972. And you do mention his vocal style as being of a crooner style. And you are dead right. His first solo efforts were Anthony Newley inspired, almost Vaudeville style songs - which I adore - so that kind of dictated his delivery at the time. And you were also astute in your estimation that singing in character brought forth an ability to change his vocal delivery when he sang in character, i.e. Ziggy, Alladin and The Thin White Duke. But he was an adequate Rock singer. His forte was definitely in the Crooner tradition. Very similar to the great Scott Walker. And as he got older, you felt more comfortable with his vocal delivery cos he wrote songs that he wanted to be listened to and understood. As a live performer he was very clever with the way he projected his voice and the setlists he chose. I saw him live 11 times and even I could hit the 'high' notes in my static baritone voice. But he was, without doubt, an all encompassing artist. And I listen to at least, one of his albums daily. Scary Monsters is my favourite Bowie album. The 80s trilogy are awful!!! Now. After all that, I would love if you would attempt to dissect my best mate, Liam McKahey's vocal ability. He was the lead singer with a band called Cousteau. If you would like me to choose a song for you, just ask. I really enjoyed your video. Thank you so much for your effort.

[@kentamplin]

Thank you, chris! Rock on!

[@Drummerjeffkazee]

Love Bowie!

[@kentamplin]

Happy to hear that, Jeff!

[@cadeevans4623]

When I think of David bowie i think of him in labyrinth I think that's what the movie was called and him singing with Bing Crosby doing peace on earth /little drummer boy great duet with Bing Crosby but yea he is mysterious and he was a good singer from what i heard of him haven't heard much of him but he was good a descent singer he was Ken 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@kentamplin]

Thanks, Cade!

[@cadeevans4623]

Your welcome ken

[@ryanange7123]

Awesome vid. Love his vocals. I request Amos Lee again...Lol. Plz and thank you

[@kentamplin]

I'll try.

[@leanderx1517]

His voice is why I long listening.

[@kentamplin]

Rock on!

[@fastthugh]

I always enjoyed Bowie but never thought of what he was doing and your analysis is brilliant. I enjoyed this breakdown more than any of the others you've done. Gives hope to lesser vocal talents that they can still make an unforgettable impact in the world of music.

[@kentamplin]

Thank you so much, fasthugh. I appreciate that!

[@stuartmarks8844]

Duh....his greatness makes him great. 😉 In all cereal ness....he was known to be a hard worker......doubting his own vocal tracks....asking if it was good enough....etc. This is what Reeves used to say about him(ya....you know....me and Reeves are tight yo!! Lol NO......). ........ Unusual voice to begin with.....and we'll you know he's DAVID ffn BOWIe.......!!! Love love love this channel Ken......... I practice my vowels in the kitchen every day when I clean or cook dinner. Thanx a million KT!!!!

[@kentamplin]

Thank you, Stuart. Rock on!

[@lettmons]

My favorite solo artist.

[@kentamplin]

He's a great one!

[@fabrix7907]

Not the greatest singer, but one of the greatest in using his voice at its best.

[@kentamplin]

Well said!

[@glastonbury4304]

Always like reinventing himself, variety is the spice of life, he wanted to be the best and he was , his lyrics and sound so unique , much like Jagger there's only one Bowie and Jagger, but 100's of similar sounding Pavorotti's although good, not unique and sing to a set formula ...true singers have a soul, a unique sound people like and above all have longevity ...Bowie for me and many millions is the ultimate of all singer song writers...some have it, some just copy on a technical level, but yawn, not music , no passion 👍

[@kentamplin]

Thanks for weighing in, Glastonbury!

[@glastonbury4304]

@@kentamplin you're welcome 👍

[@eriks.lundestad9365]

I think of greatness. If you never heard of David Bowie your not very into music. I dont think he have the greatest voice, but the songwriting, energy and passion made up for it. Stage present is amazing! He is also kind of "a freak" but it makes him HIM

[@kentamplin]

Couldn't agree more! Thanks, Erik!

[@mc-funk]

Really interesting choice to analyze what he's doing in Reality tour, his last tour, so kind of definitionally his peak maturity as a vocalist (though -- also a concert where he created a unifying sound that flattened out some of the diversity in sound across the albums, obviously a valid artistic choice). Also, Bowie himself has said he wasn't a great singer. It's hard to agree with that given some of his recorded performances especially Berlin era and beyond. He really masters his vocal range on so many levels, and it's hard to name many other singers with his range and command of color, tone, vowels, delivery. He even plays around with his own accent a ton. He could pull exquisitely beautiful sounds, but had the lack of self-consciousness to make all sorts of other sounds when it suited him. He never let "singing pretty" get in the way of what he wanted to make happen sonically. Theatrical is most certainly correct. Blackstar is an especially interesting vocal performance, you can hear him even making use of an aging voice in some places to add a sense of instability or wavering, but in a song like "I can't Give Everything Away" deliver pure and beautiful notes.

[@elhombreoculto6240]

Valoro que David sea un innovador para cantar en vivo,pero más me gustan las versiones de los discos...un gran cantante,lástima que se fue tan joven.

[@kentamplin]

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