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Fluky brilliance or sly machinations? How David Bowie’s Glastonbury gig came to be

Summary by The Independent
In this chapter from his new biography of the singer, Alexander Larman recounts the improbable events – including one subpar Bowie gig – that led to a history-making performance at Worthy Farm

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Fluky brilliance or sly machinations? How David Bowie’s Glastonbury gig came to be

In this chapter from his new biography of the singer, Alexander Larman recounts the improbable events – including one subpar Bowie gig – that led to a history-making performance at Worthy Farm

·London, United Kingdom
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The Independent broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
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