David Bowie by Denis O'Regan
| August 13, 2024 |

Video: Inside David Bowie’s world with photographer Denis O’Regan

Insights into Bowie’s private world through the lens of his trusted photographer

Tune in to the latest installment of Gibson TV‘s “Through the Lens,” as acclaimed music photographer Denis O’Regan looks back on the unprecedented access he was given to David Bowie’s world during the Serious Moonlight tour in 1983. Accompanied by rare and unseen images of every facet of tour life, O’Regan reminisces about working with one of the most iconic figures in music history.

O’Regan is renowned for his stunning photography of rock legends such as Bob Marley, KISS, and The Rolling Stones, but in a career packed with icons, one figure reigns supreme—David Bowie. “David was the one I wanted to work with the most,” O’Regan says. “There was just something obviously special about him and the way he performed, his persona on stage, and then the difference off stage.”

The exclusive images featured capture Bowie in unexpected settings—from boxing sessions to electrifying performances at Gothenburg Ullevi stadium and iconic shots from Australia and Singapore. According to O’Regan, these images showcase a facet of Bowie previously unseen by the public.

For Bowie enthusiasts and Serious Moonlight Tour attendees alike, this mini-documentary promises a profound glimpse into the global spectacle that supported Bowie’s seminal album, Let’s Dance. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary insight into David Bowie’s life and artistry, as seen through the eyes of the photographer who shared every moment with him.

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