David Bowie – LIVE BY REQUEST CD

By the early 2000s, David Bowie had entered one of the most confident and reflective phases of his career. After a run of experimental, genre-shifting albums in the late ’90s, such as the techno-infused Earthling (1997), Bowie embraced a subtler, more introspective sound. This evolution culminated in 2002’s Heathen, a critically acclaimed record that blended his forward-looking instincts with echoes of his classic work, marking a moment of renewal for an artist constantly in motion. The album represented a creative and commercial resurgence for Bowie, and was his best-received LP in years.Following the release of Heathen, Bowie was invited to appear on ‘Live By Request’, a unique live television show on America’s A&E Network where the audience shaped the programme in real time. Viewers phoned in or emailed their song choices, while the featured artist responded with the requested performances, anecdotes, and impromptu conversations alongside host Mark McEwen. The format offered an intimate, unscripted window into each performer’s catalogue, allowing fans to experience their favourites in a fresh, conversational setting.