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Carlos Alomar (born 7 May 1951) is a Puerto Rican guitarist. He is best known for his work with David Bowie from the mid-1970s to the early 2000s, having played on more Bowie albums than any other musician.
After 32 International gold and platinum records, Carlos Alomar’s place in music history is secure. The legendary guitarist burst upon the rock scene with David Bowie in the mid-1970s, when he, Bowie, and John Lennon co-wrote the hit song Fame.
On this Carlos Alomar interview, meeting David Bowie, and why he left Bowie… growing up with a father who was a Pentecostal minister and the wisdom & opennes...
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Learn about Carlos Alomar's career as a rock and Latin music star, from playing with David Bowie and John Lennon to producing Soda Stereo and the National Rock Movement of Puerto Rico. Discover his versatility, influences, and achievements in this comprehensive biography.
Jan 11, 2016 · Carlos Alomar has been playing guitar professionally since he was 16, backing the likes of James Brown, Chuck Berry and Luther Vandross at various points of his formative years. In the...
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Dec 20, 2023 · Carlos Alomar, the guitarist and collaborator who helped David Bowie explore Black American music and culture, shares his stories and insights in this interview. Learn how he met Bowie, played on his albums, and influenced his sound from Young Americans to the Berlin Trilogy.
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Jun 13, 2023 · When asked about one particular memory that stands out about his friend and collaborator, the late David Bowie, guitarist Carlos Alomar brings up a personal one that occurred almost 45 years...
