Heroes Never Die: A Tribute to David Bowie by ARTE

Heroes Never Die: A Tribute to David Bowie by ARTE

ARTE recently premiered a film titled "Heroes Never Die," directed by Thierry Gautier and Sylvain Leduc. The film features various bands and musicians, including Carl Barat and Pete Doherty of The Libertines, The Molotovs, The Horrors, La Roux, Jeanne Added, Anna Calvi, Isobel Waller-Bridge, The Divine Comedy, and Yasmine Hamdan. These artists come together to pay tribute to David Bowie by covering some of his most iconic songs. The premiere coincided with the tenth anniversary of Bowie's passing, following a private battle with cancer.

One of the highlighted moments in the film is Carl Barat and Pete Doherty's discussion about Bowie's influence after recording their version of "Rock’N’Roll Suicide" from the album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars" (1974). Barat expressed how Bowie's music had helped him through moments of loneliness and despair.

The film "Heroes Never Die" features covers of several Bowie songs, including:\nThe Molotovs with "Rebel Rebel"\nThe Horrors with "Heroes"\nLa Roux with "Fascination"\nJeanne Added with "Let’s Dance"\nCarl Barât and Peter Doherty with "Rock’N’Roll Suicide"\nAnna Calvi featuring Isobel Waller-Bridge with "Sound and Vision"\nThe Divine Comedy with "Starman"\nYasmine Hamdan with "The Man Who Sold the World".

In conclusion, "Heroes Never Die" is a heartfelt tribute to David Bowie's musical legacy, showcasing the impact he had on artists across generations. The film brings together a diverse group of musicians who honor Bowie's work through their unique interpretations of his timeless songs.