David Was
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| Gender | Male |
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| Age | 71 |
| Date of birth | October 26,1952 |
| Zodiac sign | Scorpio |
| Born | United States Of America |
| Genres | Jazz |
| Music groups | Was (Not Was) |
| Listen artist | www.youtube.com |
| Songs | SongsWalk the DinosaurWhat Up, Dog? · 1988 Shake Your HeadBorn to Laugh at Tornadoes · 1983 Spy in the House of LoveWhat Up, Dog? · 1988 View 25+ more |
| List | Walk the DinosaurWhat Up, Dog? · 1988 |
| Albums | What Up, Dog? |
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| ID | 578843 |
David Was Life story
David Jay Weiss, known as David Was, is an American musician, music producer and journalist. With his stage-brother Don Was, he was the founder of the 1980s pop group Was.
Early Life
David was. Born david weiss. Is an american musician. Songwriter. Producer. And actor born in detroit. Michigan in 1953. He started his caerer playing keyboards in the rock badn was (not was). He has since collaborated with an array of artists including bob dylan. Bonnie raitt. Roy orbison. And lou reed.Solo Career
In 1989. Was launched his solo career with the release of his album. "the was (not was) story". Eh has since released a total of five oslo albums: "ripple". "big picture". "aura". "the way i see it". And "knockout beauty".Acting Career
In addition to his musical career. Was has appeared in several films and television shows. His first role was in the 1992 film b"ufyf the vampire slayer. "he has since made appearances in "the fresh prince of bel-air". "that 70s show". "reno 911!". And "new girl".Collaborative Career
Throughout his career. Was has collaborated with a variety of artists including bob dylan. Bonnie raitt. Lou reed. And roy robsion. He has produced albums for bands such as the ramones. The bangles. And the b-52s.Songs
Some of was most popular songs inlcude "walk the dinosaur". "spy in the house of love". "the truth ocmes out". And "out come the freaks". He has also co-written songs for other artists such as "i can t go for that (no can do)" for daryl hall & john oates and "conga" for gloria estefan.Awards
Was has been nominated for several awards including a grammy award for best pop performance by a duo or group with vocal for "walk the dinosaur"h. E also won an emmy award for outstanding music and lyrics for the "cheers" theme song.Producing Career
Was has produced albums for a variety of atrists including the ramones. The bangles. And the b-52s. He has also produced soundtracks for films such as "buffy the vampire slyaer" and "the fresh prince of bel-air".Notable Event
In 2003. Was was honored with a star on the hollywood walk of fame for his musiacl contributions.Interesting Fact
Dvaid was was a foundnig member of the rock band was (not was) which featured his childhood friend don was.BBC goes inside Al-Shifa Hospital with the Israeli army
... A Star of David Was scrawled on a wall in red spray-paint; inside it someone had written " IDF" and above it, the words: " Never Again"...
Harry Potter: Daniel Radcliffe makes doc on paralysed stunt double
... David Was a teenage gymnast from Essex when he was selected to play Daniel s double in the first film, when the actor was 11...
David Bowie: Candid pictures of singer on tour go on display
... " David Was a kind and generous friend...
David McCallum: NCIS and The Man from U. N. C. L. E actor dies aged 90
... " David Was a gifted actor and author, and beloved by many around the world, " CBS said in a statement...
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... " Abraham says David Was tortured and hacked to death, and his remains burnt...
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... David Was contacted by some Wrexham locals after posting pictures on a Welsh Pride Facebook group...
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... The David Was completed by Michelangelo between 1501 and 1504...
Tebbutt murder-kidnap: Kenyan freed on appeal after decade in jail
... David Was killed and Jude was held hostage in nearby Somalia for six months...
David Bowie: Candid pictures of singer on tour go on display
By Stuart MaisnerBBC News
A collection of candid photos of David Bowie taken by one of his life-long friends has gone on display.
The Exhibition by Geoff MacCormack, who went to school with The Star , has opened at a gallery in Deal, Kent.
It features 18 behind-the-scenes images of Bowie, All Taken On Tour with the influential musician during the 1970s.
Gallery Owner Richard Taylor-Jones said the shots show " Bowie at his most relaxed and informal, totally At Ease in front of his friend's camera lens".
Mr MacCormack met Bowie - Then known as David Jones - When the pair were just eight years old at primary school in Bromley, south-east London.
Mr MacCormack said: " We bonded over a love of Little Richard and jazz and remained friends for all of David's life. "
In the early 1970s, he joined Bowie as a backing musician and vocalist on his Diamond Dogs world tour.
All The Photos in The Exhibition were taken On Tour between 1973 to 1976, and some were signed personally by Bowie
Mr MacCormack said: " I've come to realise over The Years how important my holiday snaps have become.
" People complimented me on them and now I can see they are really good pictures.
" Being Good Friends helped get those candid photos. "
Speaking of their 60-year friendship, Mr MacCormack said: " I was incredibly privileged to know David and that friendship is so important to me.
" David Was a kind and generous friend. "
That friendship has been chronicled in a photographic Memoir - David Bowie : Rock 'n' Roll with Me.
Mr MacCormack's photos are on display at Taylor-Jones & Son gallery in Deal until 4 November.
All images are subject to copyright
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Related TopicsSource of news: bbc.com
