David Bowie - Love Is Lost (Hello Steve Reich Mix Edit By James Murphy For The DFA)

At this point, I'm just at a loss for words when it comes to Bowie.  The Next Day's promotional cycle has been completely flawless.  There's a steady output of vinyl releases and every music video has been a spectacle.  On November 4, The Next Day Extra will be released, an expanded three disc set featuring the original album, a ten track bonus CD with new material, and a DVD containing all of Bowie's Next Day videos.  However, one video that won't be included on the DVD is the new clip for James Murphy's "Love Is Lost" remix.

Featuring super creepy Scary Monster and Thin White Duke puppets from the archives, the video was apparently created on a total budget of $12.99, with all of the funds going towards a thumb drive.  It was shot by a three person crew consisting of Jimmy King, Coco Schwab, and Bowie himself. The entire production was conceived and finished in about a week at his Manhattan office.  Brilliant.

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David Bowie - Valentine's Day

Can the return of David Bowie get any better?  I mean, The Next Day was more than anyone could've ever asked for, but now he continues to create a steady stream of music videos and vinyl releases.  The most recent to get this treatment would be "Valentine's Day".  The video to go along with single number four is a change of pace.  Sadly, there are no appearances by Gary Oldman, Marion Cotillard, or Tilda Swinton this time.  Directed by Indrani and Markus Klinko, we have a much more immediate video focused only on Bowie.  Excuse me while I go wait and weep for a tour announcement.

The "Valentine's Day" picture disc will feature the instrumental bonus track "Plan" on the b-side.  Look for it on August 19, via ISO/Columbia.

David Bowie - The Next Day

There's a new David Bowie video starring Gary Oldman and Marion Cotillard.  No, you're not dreaming.  Yes, this is real life.  I'm not sure what else to say other than "it's amazing".  Directed by Floria Sigismondi, the video is equally as fascinating as "The Stars (Are Out Tonight)", Bowie's last collaboration with the filmmaker..  Watch "The Next Day" below...