David Bowie - Space Oddity - Guitar Lesson

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Space Oddity


"Space Oddity" is a song by English singer-songwriter David Bowie, first released on 11 July 1969. It tells the story of fictional astronaut Major Tom and was partly inspired by the film 2001: A Space Odyssey. The track marks a notable shift toward psychedelic folk, making it an interesting study for electric guitarists exploring atmospheric, chord-driven arrangements with a cinematic feel.

  • The song was produced by Gus Dudgeon and recorded at Trident Studios in London.
  • Title and subject matter were partly inspired by Stanley Kubrick's 1968 film 2001: A Space Odyssey.
  • It opened Bowie's second studio album and signaled a clear departure from the music hall style of his debut.
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