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Episode 157: pianist extraordinaire Mike Garson joins Fender Jackson from his home in Calabasas, California for a wide-ranging conversation recorded on Monday 14 April 2025.

157. Mike Garson: David Bowie's Pianist

16 April 2025

157. Mike Garson: David Bowie's PianistMike Garson
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About This Episode

Episode 157: pianist extraordinaire Mike Garson joins Fender Jackson from his home in Calabasas, California for a wide-ranging conversation recorded on Monday 14 April 2025. Though Mike has performed with the likes of Nine Inch Nails, St. Vincent, Duran Duran, The Smashing Pumpkins, The Pretty Reckless, and many more, this episode focuses on his deep and lasting connection with David Bowie, whose band Mike was part of for over 30 years.

Mike Garson

Mike Garson is an American pianist and composer best known for his long and influential collaboration with David Bowie. His distinctive style draws on jazz, classical, and avant-garde traditions.

Beyond Bowie’s work, he has maintained a wide-ranging career as a performer, arranger, and educator.

Links

https://mikegarson.com https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1q1zDWf6QLWDYFMp7kRdjr?si=d5b996570d784f7d

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