David Bowie's iconic pianist Mike Garson's album The Bowie Variations For Piano is finally available on vinyl, after the CD version had been out of stock since its release. The album features nine interpretations of David Bowie songs, plus one original composition, by a musician whose name remains inseparable from that of the British icon.
Mike Garson est un pianiste et compositeur américain reconnu pour son style éclectique et sa virtuosité technique. Né le 29 juillet 1945 à Brooklyn, New York, il est surtout connu pour sa collaboration de longue date avec David Bowie, contribuant à des albums emblématiques comme Aladdin Sane, où son solo de piano jazz avant-gardiste est devenu légendaire. Tout au long de sa carrière, Garson a travaillé avec un large éventail d'artistes, allant du rock à la musique classique, en passant par le jazz et l'improvisation contemporaine, consolidant sa réputation en tant qu'artiste d'une créativité et d'une polyvalence exceptionnelles.
Mike Garson is an American pianist and composer celebrated for his eclectic style and technical virtuosity. Born on July 29, 1945, in Brooklyn, New York, he is best known for his long-standing collaboration with David Bowie, contributing to iconic albums like Aladdin Sane, where his avant-garde jazz piano solo became legendary. Throughout his career, Garson has worked with a wide array of artists, spanning rock, classical music, jazz, and contemporary improvisation, cementing his reputation as a performer of remarkable creativity and versatility.