David Bowie released his 25th album, Blackstar for his death

David Bowie released his 25th album, Blackstar for his death

The singer-songwriter and producer excelled at glam rock, art rock, soul, hard rock, dance pop, punk and electronica during an eclectic 40-plus-year career.David Bowie has died after a battle with cancer, his rep confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter. He was 69.

"David Bowie died peacefully today surrounded by his family after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer. While many of you will share in this loss, we ask that you respect the family’s privacy during their time of grief," read a statement posted on the artist's official social media accounts.

The influential singer-songwriter and producer excelled at glam rock, art rock, soul, hard rock, dance pop, punk and electronica during his eclectic 40-plus-year career. He just released his 25th album,

Blackstar

, Jan. 8, which was his birthday.

Published on Jan 7, 2016

"'Lazarus" off David Bowie's album Blackstar available now on iTunes: http://smarturl.it/blackstar_itunes

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Limited Edition Lithograph & Music Bundles: http://smarturl.it/blackstar_dbstore

Limited Edition Clear Vinyl: http://smarturl.it/blackstar_clearvinyl

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