Tributes have been paid by Nottingham fans to music icon David Bowie after he died aged 69.
The announcement was made by his family early on Monday. It was revealed Bowie had been suffering from cancer for the last 18 months.
One Nottingham super-fan Pars Samrai, 52 from Woodthorpe, spoke about his life long obsession with the star and the the way in which Bowie has influenced future generations.
Pars said: “I have been a fan since I was nine years old, he was such a progressive artist, completely original and authentic.”
Picture: The news as it was announced on Facebook
Born in Brixton in 1947 as David Robert Jones, Bowie kicked off his music career in the early sixties, and made his first appearance in the charts with the song ‘Space Oddity’.
His career spanned more than 50 years with the star constantly reinventing his image and creating a fascinating character for each album that he released.
Pars said: ” People go on about his image but ultimately the quality of his songs was what was most important for me, I have followed him all my life.”
Many fans in Nottingham will remember when Bowie performed at Rock City in 1997.
Pars was one of the lucky people who managed to grab a ticket which was then £15, and has kept hold of it ever since.
He said:” I queued for an hour to get it, it was so packed that night, but to see my favourite artist in my favourite venue, it was one of the best night’s of my life.
“I have a vivid recollection of his bright red boots.”
Pars’ original ticket for David Bowie Gig at Rock City in 1997
This was the only time that Bowie played in Nottingham as part of his Earthling tour.
He released his 25th album just a few days ago to coincide with his 69th birthday.
